Ahead of its official launch on June 5, 2025, the Nintendo Switch 2 has surfaced in the wild, with a new video offering the most detailed look yet at the console’s setup process, user interface, and technical specifications. The video, hosted by PopsCulture, walks through the system’s initial configuration and reveals several hardware and software enhancements, although full functionality remains locked pending a mandatory Day One update.
The video begins with a brief welcome and disclaimer regarding language clarity, before the host powers on the console to verify its authenticity. The setup process includes selecting a language, region, and time zone—set to English, Europe, and Moscow, respectively. However, the system’s true capabilities remain limited, as features like the eShop, game launches, and online services are disabled until the device connects to the internet for the Day One patch. This requirement aligns with earlier reports that original Switch games cannot be played on the new console without the update, which displays a prompt urging users to connect online.
Despite the limitations, the host demonstrates key physical improvements, particularly noting that the new Joy-Cons feel sturdier than their predecessors. The main system menu is showcased briefly, though most of its functions are locked. One visible improvement is the brighter, more vibrant screen, which enhances the user interface even when only basic features are accessible.
Delving into the system settings, the host uncovers several notable upgrades:
- Display and Audio Options include support for 4K resolution, HDR, and 120Hz output via compatible displays, with Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for smoother gameplay. A virtual 5.1 surround sound feature for headphones is also listed.
- The console has 232GB of usable internal storage, indicating an improvement over previous models.
- A screen burn-in reduction option is available—an unexpected addition, considering the device reportedly uses an LCD screen rather than an OLED.
- Other new features include a microphone testing tool and a Wake-on-AC-adapter function, suggesting expanded accessibility and voice communication features.
The host also confirms the firmware version is 19.0.0, but reiterates that full system functionality is restricted until the Day One update is installed. This requirement seems consistent with Nintendo’s reported efforts to secure the system’s launch software from potential exploits present in earlier builds.
The video concludes with the host thanking viewers and teasing a future TV setup guide. They claim to be among the first globally to provide an in-depth look at the console, positioning this as one of the earliest comprehensive overviews of the Nintendo Switch 2 in action.
