How to Play Nintendo Switch 2 Early With Hands-On Experience

You’ll have an exclusive opportunity to try out the Nintendo Switch 2 before most others, giving you an early glimpse into its features and performance. This unique experience not only makes you part of a small group, but it also helps you decide if purchasing the upcoming handheld console is right for you.

The date, January 16th, holds a significant place in Nintendo’s chronicles as one of their most momentous days. It’s an anniversary that will always be remembered as the day the successor to the Nintendo Switch was unveiled, signifying a new era for the gaming giant. What made this revelation even more groundbreaking was the additional announcement about hands-on experiences with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

How to Register For Nintendo Switch 2 Early Hands-On Experience

From January 17th to January 26th, you should register for the chance to try out the Switch 2 on your local Nintendo site. To participate, make sure you already have an activated Nintendo account.

This is a chance to participate in a lottery that is completely free of charge! However, please note that there’s no guarantee of success since spots are limited at this event.

Follow these precise steps to make sure you don’t miss out on the experience:

  1. Create a Nintendo Account—unless you have one already.
  2. Wait until January 17.
  3. Go to Nintendo’s website.
  4. Click on the big icon that says “Nintendo Switch Experience” featuring the Switch 2 logo—see the image above.
  5. You should see a region-specific description of the event on your screen.
  6. Once it’s active, click to register for the event.
  7. Fill out the form.
  8. Submit your details to be entered into the random lottery.

When is The Nintendo Switch 2 Hands-On Experience?

The opportunity to get hands-on with Nintendo Switch 2 will be available from April 4 to 27 for Americans, between April 4 and May 11 for Europeans, on May 10 and 11 for those in Oceania, and from April 26 to June 1 for people living in Asia.

Here’s the information about our upcoming interactive session, which includes the confirmed locations and dates that we have at this time.

Region Location Date
America New York April 4 – April 6
America Los Angeles April 11 – April 13
America Dallas April 25 – April 27
America Toronto April 25 – April 27
Europe London April 11 – April 13
Europe Paris April 4 – April 6
Europe Milan April 25 – April 27
Europe Berlin April 25 – April 27
Europe Madrid May 9 – May 11
Europe Amsterdam May 9 – May 11
Ocenia Melbourne May 10 – May 11
Asia Tokyo  April 26 – April 27
Asia Seoul May 31 – June 1
Asia Hong Kong ???
Asia Taipei ???

What is Nintendo Switch 2’s Early Hands-On Experience?

Playing the Switch 2 game ahead of its actual launch date offers an exclusive opportunity to enjoy it.

It’s not certain how long you’ll have for gameplay, which games will be available, whether the Switch 2 is used in dock or handheld mode, and if it offers single-player options. Here’s hoping that the prospective Mario Kart 9 with its 24-player races will be included.

Stay updated on the recent news, complete with air dates and viewing instructions, for the upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation concerning the Switch 2.

Will the Switch 2 match the success of its predecessors, or will it find itself overshadowed by its elder sibling, potentially meeting an unfortunate end like a Red Shell in Mario Kart?

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2025-01-16 20:18