Backward compatibility has always been a thorny issue for new consoles.

Why hide such a massive win?

PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo have been doing this for decades.

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Whenever a new model of console suddenly nips backward compatibility in the bud, it is met with backlash.

But in fact,backward compatibility was confirmed during the reveal trailer without any hesitation.

This is quite unlike Nintendo, and feels like a core indication of its attitude towards the coming generation.

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It isnt trying to market the Nintendo Switch 2 as a bold successor that abandons everything that came before.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to Nintendo Switch, scheduled for release on June 5, 2025.

Confirmed as backwards compatible, it will play both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Backward Compatibility

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to Nintendo Switch, scheduled for release on June 5, 2025. Confirmed as backwards compatible, it will play both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games.

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to Nintendo Switch, scheduled for release on June 5, 2025. Confirmed as backwards compatible, it will play both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games.

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