"Switch Is A Massive Success": Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer Says Xbox Will Support The Nintendo Switch 2

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has lauded Nintendo following the announcement of the Switch 2, confirming that Xbox will be supporting the new system with games.

Speaking in an interview with Gamertag Radio on YouTube, as spotted by VGC, Spencer discussed his legacy and role as the face of Xbox and gave some small indications of what's to come in the future for Microsoft's flagship gaming corporation. The reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2 was brought up, with Spencer saying that he's "really looking forward to supporting them with the games that we have," as Xbox looks to continue bringing their games to their competitor's systems instead of maintaining a console exclusivity model.

With The Reveal Of The Switch 2, Spencer Congratulates Nintendo

A Collaborative Relationship Will See Xbox Games On Switch 2

On January 16, Nintendo officially unveiled the Switch 2 with a teaser trailer on YouTube which currently has over 19 million views. Following this announcement, Spencer discusses his excitement at its reveal and states he "was exchanging emails with Furukawa-san, the CEO of Nintendo. I gave him a big congrats and said my old eyes appreciate the larger screen," due to the Switch 2's upgrade to an eight-inch screen. Spencer goes on to praise Nintendo and their continued relevance in the gaming industry, stating the following in this video interview:

"Nintendo, their innovation, and what they mean in this industry… I just always applaud the moves that they make. They did a little flash video, and I know we’ll get more detail over time. I’m really looking forward to supporting them with the games that we have, and I just think they’re a really important part of this industry...who would ever bet against the success of [Nintendo]? They are just masterful in what they do, Switch is a massive success, and I think Switch 2 will be as well" - Phil Spencer, Gamertag Radio

Spencer's excitement for the Switch 2 comes after recent rumors of its potential catalog of games, which could include Halo: The Master Chief Collection. The flagship Xbox gaming franchise has only been made available on PC and Xbox systems in the past, so this collaboration between Microsoft and Nintendo would be a major gaming event. Spencer's comments in this interview seem to back these rumors up, leading to wide speculation on what Xbox games will be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. However, all information on the Switch 2's roster of games is currently unknown, besides the new Mario Kart.

Even With All The Leaks, Fans Are Excited About The Nintendo Switch 2

The Switch 2 Is Highly Anticipated

Despite countless leaks for the Switch 2 following up to its official reveal, fans have expressed a high level of excitement for its 2025 release. The anticipation is amplified by Spencer's comments, as he has emphasized that Xbox will continue their collaborative efforts. Spencer stated, "I want everybody to be able to play on Xbox and it does mean more of our games shipping on more platforms, not just PlayStation - we love the work that we do with Nintendo, we love what we do with Valve on Steam, and that's going to continue."

Spencer's openness on the collaboration gives fans an indication of what to expect from the Switch 2's roster of games. An abundance of theories, rumors, and speculation on what games will be available on Nintendo's new gaming systemhas naturally sparked online, but Spencer's comments highlight that Xbox games will be sold on the Switch 2. As the gaming landscape continues to evolve, partnerships like this signal a promising future of accessibility for gamers, which is further creating hype for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Sources: VGC, YouTube - Danny Peña, YouTube - Nintendo of America