Nintendo Switch 2 Launches June 5 With Only Two Default Themes
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Published on: May 06, 2025
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Nintendo, the renowned Kyoto-based gaming giant, has officially announced that the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on June 5.
This next-generation console is set to carry over several design elements from its predecessor, particularly when it comes to user interface themes.
Fans hoping for increased customization at launch may be disappointed, as Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 will debut with only two default themes: the familiar standard light and standard dark options currently available on the Nintendo Switch system.
The decision was revealed in Nintendo’s formal product update, which clearly stated, "At launch, Nintendo Switch 2 will feature only classic light and dark themes, consistent with the current Switch platform."
Since its 2017 debut, the original Nintendo Switch has been praised for its accessible interface but has received ongoing feedback from the community for its limited system personalization options.
Despite fan requests for more varied or creative themes, Nintendo has maintained a clean and understated aesthetic across its system menus.
The Switch 2’s launch will continue this trend, with no immediate plans for additional UI themes announced.
This minimalist approach is notable considering the proliferation of expressive themes on competing consoles and past Nintendo handhelds.
For example, the Nintendo 3DS offered a robust themes shop, providing players a way to dramatically change their system’s appearance and inject their personalities into the home menu.
The Switch generation, in contrast, has strictly adhered to light and dark variants since day one.
Nintendo has not commented on whether more themes—potentially featuring characters or new color palettes—will arrive post-launch for the Switch 2.
The company’s continued restraint suggests a focus on user experience consistency and interface simplicity, at least in the early lifecycle of the console.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is one of the industry’s most anticipated hardware releases of 2024.
As of this announcement, players can expect the new console’s UI to mirror the streamlined look of its predecessor when pre-orders and retail sales go live on June 5.
The gaming community now awaits further information on future updates or enhancements that may provide a richer customization experience for fans worldwide.
