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A week before the Nintendo Switch 2 hits shelves, a lucky gamer has already powered one up, giving us an early peek at the console’s startup sequence and setup process. Thanks to a short video shared online, we’re diving into what it’s like to fire up Nintendo’s next-generation console for the first time. *There are definitely spoilers for those wanting to keep the experience fresh and new.
Nintendo Switch 2 – leaked first boot!
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The Nintendo Switch 2’s boot screen is like a warm hug for OG Switch fans, hitting you with a crisp display that feels right at home. As it fires up, a gentle chime pairs with the Nintendo logo, backed by a custom soundtrack that’s pure Nintendo charm. Once the logo dips out, it glides into a language selection menu with a no-nonsense, clean layout. The text pops with bold, readable fonts, built to be clear whether you’re eyeing the 7.9-inch LCD in handheld mode or kicking back with it docked on your TV.
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The music continues, a gentle loop that’s pleasant without stealing focus. This is Nintendo’s signature: making the mundane feel inviting. The video cuts off after language selection in the first video, likely because the console requires a day-one update to unlock further features, including gameplay. However, the second video (above) shows that not everything is locked.
Nintendo’s clearly leveled up the original Switch’s recipe, keeping the setup dead-simple for newbies while sprinkling in enough glossy touches to get longtime fans buzzing. The bespoke music and slick animations are tiny details, but they turn booting up into a little event, like tearing into a present. Still, locked features keep it a teaser—the full show, with heavy-hitters like Mario Kart World and Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, drops June 5, 2025, with Target already stacking units and Walmart’s pre-order cancellations signaling a wild rush brewing.
The setup process covers the basics—Wi-Fi hookup, user account setup, region selection—all standard but snappy. What pops is the smoothness, thanks to the Switch 2’s beefy hardware pumping out 1080p on its screen and 4K when docked, making every menu glide like butter compared to the OG Switch. There’s even a whiff of new functions, like USB mouse support, hinting at better accessibility or maybe wild new ways to play with the console.
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Source: Nintendo Switch 2 Boot Screen, Setup and Walkthrough Video Leaked Days Before Launch
