Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility, Boosting Investor Confidence

Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility, Boosting Investor Confidence

In a move that has excited fans and investors alike, Nintendo has confirmed its upcoming Switch successor will boast backwards compatibility with existing Switch games.

A Boost for Investors

The news was shared by Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa during a recent corporate briefing, confirming that Nintendo Switch software will be playable on the next-generation console. The announcement sent shockwaves through the gaming industry, with Nintendo’s stock experiencing a significant rise in value, closing at +5.80 percent on Wednesday.

Serkan Toto, CEO of Japanese game industry consultancy Kantan Games, attributed the stock surge to investor confidence in the Switch 2’s future. Toto believes the backwards compatibility feature signals a continuation of the successful Switch formula, rather than a risky departure.

More Information on the Horizon

While Nintendo has confirmed the Switch 2’s backwards compatibility, the company has yet to reveal details on cartridge compatibility or other specifics. Further information is expected to be released at a later date.

Switch 2 Launch Titles and More

Nintendo’s Corporate Management Policy Briefing also highlighted several upcoming Switch games slated for release in 2025, including Pokémon Legends Z-A and Metroid Prime 4. These titles are widely considered potential launch titles for the Switch 2, especially considering the lack of gameplay footage for Pokémon Legends Z-A.

Nintendo’s upcoming console is set to be formally announced by the end of March 2025. While a reveal in 2024 was initially expected, analysts believe the announcement will occur in the new year.