Xbox Boss Teases Nintendo Switch 2 Game Surge!

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Summary

  • The Xbox Game Studios head is excited for the Nintendo Switch 2.
  • Xbox aims to bring first-party titles to other platforms, including the Switch 2.

Craig Duncan, head of Xbox Game Studios, is buzzing with anticipation for the forthcoming Nintendo’s next-gen console, a subject that has sparked plenty of conversation in the gaming community since it was unveiled last month. Nintendo has hinted at providing further details about their upcoming mainline console during an April 2 Nintendo Direct live broadcast. In the interim, gamers and industry experts alike have been sharing their insights on the new Nintendo hardware and its potential resemblance to the existing Nintendo Switch.

High-ranking personnel at Nintendo’s rival companies, such as Xbox Game Studios head Phil Spencer, have voiced their thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 following its debut. Shortly after its initial reveal, Spencer expressed that Microsoft intends to back the Switch 2 as part of their strategy to broaden their game library beyond their own first-party consoles. He further stated his belief in the Switch 2’s potential success, highlighting its improved features like the larger screen.

In a recent interview on the Xbox YouTube channel, head of Xbox Game Studios Craig Duncan expressed optimism about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. At the end of the discussion, Duncan mentioned that he found the announcement in January intriguing and is eagerly waiting to see what new innovations Nintendo has in store for its next project.

Xbox’s Craig Duncan is ‘Curious and Excited’ About Nintendo Switch 2

Previously, during the interview, Craig Duncan emphasized that Xbox was making an effort to release its exclusive games, such as “Sea of Thieves” and “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle”, on platforms like Steam, PlayStation 5, and the Nintendo Switch. He thinks that this move will be advantageous for both players and developers by offering a broader accessibility.

To date, Microsoft’s Xbox has not publicly announced plans to launch games on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. However, whispers hint that Nintendo’s future console may enjoy significant backing from Microsoft. Potential titles mentioned include the much-discussed Indiana Jones, last year’s hit Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, and Starfield, which could potentially make an appearance on the Nintendo Switch 2, as hinted by Phil Spencer of Bethesda regarding their epic space RPG expanding to various platforms. At this time, the only game officially confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2 is a new installment of Mario Kart. More details are expected to be unveiled during April’s Nintendo Direct.

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2025-02-26 19:26