You can be one of the first people in the world to play the Nintendo Switch 2 through the early hands-on experience. Aside from being one of a select few people to do so, it can also indicate whether you want to buy the new handheld console.
January 16 has cemented itself in Nintendo’s history as one of the most important days. It’s forever the day the Nintendo Switch 2 was announced and marked the transition to the gaming company’s next console. If this news wasn’t big enough, Nintendo went one better and announced the hands-on experience for the Switch 2.
It’s an extraordinary opportunity many will want to participate in. If you want this chance too, check out our full guide below on how to register and play on the Nintendo Switch 2 early.
How to Register For Nintendo Switch 2 Early Hands-On Experience
You need to sign up for the Switch 2 hands-on experience through your region’s Nintendo website from January 17 until January 26, between the outlined dates, and you need to have a registered Nintendo account.
Do note: This is a free-to-enter, randomly selected draw! It doesn’t cost anything, but there are no guarantees you will be successful as spaces are limited for the event.
Follow these precise steps to make sure you don’t miss out on the experience:
- Create a Nintendo Account—unless you have one already.
- Wait until January 17.
- Go to Nintendo’s website.
- Click on the big icon that says “Nintendo Switch Experience” featuring the Switch 2 logo—see the image above.
- You should see a region-specific description of the event on your screen.
- Once it’s active, click to register for the event.
- Fill out the form.
- Submit your details to be entered into the random lottery.
When is The Nintendo Switch 2 Hands-On Experience?
The Nintendo Switch 2 hands-on experience takes place between April 4-27 in America, April 4-May 11 in Europe, May 10-11 in Oceania, and April 26-June 1 in Asia.
We’ve provided the full details for the hands-on event below, confirming the venues and dates we know so far.
| 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?
The Switch 2 experience is a chance to play on a Nintendo Switch 2 well before its official release date.
It’s unclear how much time you get to play, what games you play, if the Switch 2 is docked or handheld, and if you can play by yourself. Fingers crossed it includes the potential new Mario Kart 9 and its 24-player races.
Keep up with the latest news including the date and how-to-watch details for the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct.
Can the Switch 2 be anywhere near as successful as the hardware before it? Or is it destined to get Red-Shelled by its older sibling?
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