here’s how to try the console before everyone else in France

The Switch 2 can be previewed during an event in France. Nintendo is holding a unique event to test the console and has announced the dates. However, there are several requirements to meet to register: we will explain how to do it.

Finally, the Switch 2 was presented by Nintendo on Thursday January 16, 2025. On the other hand, the Japanese firm has not revealed the technical sheet of the console and is giving us an appointment on April 2 for a Direct which will tell us about it. will say more. But right after, it will be possible for French players to try it.

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The Nintendo Switch 2 Experience will take place at the Grand Palais in Paris, from April 4 to 6, 2025. This is an open event but you will have to register on a waiting list to participate in the draw, from January 17 to 26, 2025. The lucky ones who can go there to play the Switch 2 will be drawn.

To participate in the draw, you must have a free Nintendo account. Registration is individual or group up to 6 people per group with a limit of one European event per person. Registered groups must consist of members of the same Nintendo family membership. For minors under the age of 16, registration must be made by a parent or legal guardian via the child’s account.

Nintendo has not revealed what awaits the lucky ones. IIt is possible that Mario Kart 9 is present since the presentation video of the Switch 2 shows an episode which does not seem to be Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. As for the price of the console, a leak from Micromania speaks of 399 euros but the information should be taken with a pinch of salt.

The release date of the Switch 2 would be scheduled for June 2025 according to an expert Bloomberg. So there are several months to wait before getting your hands on the future console which promises a big boost in power. Rumors speak of performance equivalent to the PS4 Pro.