The Switch 2 is Nintendo's next-gen gaming console. (Image source: Nintendo)
The Switch 2 is Nintendo’s next-gen gaming console. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo is yet to announce a release date for the Switch 2, and that has led to a lot of speculations and guesses. Now, a theory has surfaced, speculating what date the console will be released, and it is a delight to read.

Last month, Nintendo released a video showing off the design of its next gaming handheld, the Nintendo Switch 2. Alongside the teaser video was the reveal date for its Nintendo Switch 2 Direct event which will be held on April 2. However, there isn’t a specific date yet for the release of the device, but a theory has surfaced about the likely release date of the Switch 2.

Posted on Reddit, the theory says the Nintendo Switch 2’s release date is the 22nd of May, although the date was arrived at by a lot of speculations. First, the theory states that Nintendo has been obsessed with the number 2, and this is obvious with the reveal video being released at 22:02 (Japan Standard Time). Why not 22:22?

There’s also the fact that the video is 2 minutes and 22 seconds long and that the Nintendo Direct Date (April 2) is 2 months, 2 weeks, and 2 days after Nintendo revealed the console.

The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer has amassed over 20 million views since its release on January 16. (Image source: Nintendo)
The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer has amassed over 20 million views since its release on January 16. (Image source: Nintendo)

The poster then added that there were exactly 50 days between the Nintendo Direct for the original Switch and its release date, so counting 50 days after the April 2 Nintendo Direct falls on May 22. And for those who may oppose the date because it falls on a Thursday and Nintendo is known for Friday releases, the post says Nintendo has been announcing new products on a Thursday. The Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo which was released on Thursday, October 10, 2024 is one example.

Finally, the Reddit post says even though the release date is before the end of the Switch 2 experience program (set for June in Seoul), it wouldn’t be a hindrance as that also happened with the Nintendo Switch 1.

There are obviously a number of opposing theories as to why the launch won’t be on May 22, one of which is that that’s the date for the opening of Super Nintendo World at the Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida.

Yet, there are others who think the opening of a resort shouldn’t affect the release of the Switch 2. As a matter of fact, it should even be a plus for Nintendo (and Nintendo fans) since not only do they get a new console but also a new theme park.

The speculated Switch 2's release date is the same date Super Nintendo World opens at Universal Epic Universe. (Image source: Nintendo)
The speculated Switch 2’s release date is the same date Super Nintendo World opens at Universal Epic Universe. (Image source: Nintendo)

There are obviously a number of counter arguments as to why the launch won’t be on May 22, one of which is that it is the same date as the opening of Super Nintendo World at the Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida. Yet, there are others who think the opening of a resort shouldn’t affect the release of the Switch 2. As a matter of fact, it should even be a plus for Nintendo (and Nintendo fans) since not only do they get a new console but also a new theme park.

Notwithstanding, this theory is another proof of the excitement for the Switch 2, although it is advised that the date should be taken with a pinch of salt.



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