After a long wait, the 'Switch 2', the successor to the Nintendo Switch, is expected to be released soon. Following the release of the Switch in 2017, this new product is garnering a lot of attention and expectations from gamers as it comes out after 7 years.

Information about the new Switch 2 is gradually being revealed through various rumors and statements from company officials. Omdia, a UK research institute, predicted that the Switch 2 will be equipped with an 8-inch LCD panel. This is a significant increase from the previous 6.2-inch screen, and it is expected to provide a clearer picture quality and a more immersive gaming experience.

However, some concerns have been raised about the use of LCD instead of OLED. As the previous model released an OLED model, the display technology seems to have regressed. Nevertheless, the reason for choosing LCD is likely due to cost savings and product supply stabilization.

Meanwhile, the processing power of the Switch 2 is also attracting a lot of attention. Famous leaker Kepler predicted that the 'T239' chip, expected to be equipped with the Switch 2, might not be as good as the Xbox Series S. On the other hand, industry insiders say that the Switch 2 could have performance comparable to the Xbox One or PS4.

Although predictions about the hardware performance of the Switch 2 vary, Nintendo is reportedly planning to significantly improve the actual game graphics quality by incorporating the latest technologies such as super resolution and ray tracing. There are also high expectations as the 'The Legend of Zelda' series was shown to be implemented at 4K 60fps in a previous technology demo.

In addition, some predict that Nintendo will focus on product supply and price stabilization by choosing relatively low-cost hardware. This is possible considering that game companies have experienced problems such as high prices and shortages due to the adoption of the latest technologies.

In terms of software, the compatibility with existing Nintendo Switch titles and the new game lineup are attracting attention. It is confirmed that new titles are being released, as new weapons and characters for Mario Kart and Splatoon are confirmed in the video.

However, according to Nintendo's announcement, it is expected that there will be no major new releases this year, which is a bit disappointing. However, a large number of AAA titles are expected to be released around the launch of the next-generation console. As various titles such as Skyrim, Civilization 6, and NBA 2K have already been released, the news of future releases is also attracting attention.

The Switch 2 is expected to be released as a product that inherits the existing Switch in both hardware and software while incorporating innovations. In terms of hardware, it is expected to have a reasonable price and stable supply, and in terms of software, it is expected to have both unique gameplay and a variety of lineups. Amidst the expectations and concerns ahead of the release of the next-generation console, interest is focused on the Switch 2's path.