Nintendo Comments on Latest Switch 2 Leak

Summary

Nintendo has issued a rare comment on Genki's Switch 2 leak from CES 2025, clarifying that the images circulating online are not official.
The company emphasized that it is not participating in CES 2025, making any Switch 2 imagery from the event unofficial.

Nintendo has addressed the recent leaks about the Switch 2 that surfaced during CES 2025, confirming that the images circulating online are not official. This statement, while stating the obvious, represents an unusual instance of Nintendo directly commenting on product leaks.

Leaks about the Switch 2 have been rampant since late 2024, likely due to the console reportedly entering mass production around that time. The latest leak involves accessory maker Genki, which showcased what is believed to be a replica of the Switch successor at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Images of this dummy device quickly spread across social media platforms.

In response to an inquiry from the Sankei Shimbun, Nintendo issued a statement clarifying the status of these images. "It is not official," a company representative stated, referring to the images and videos of Genki's Switch 2 replica. They further emphasized that Nintendo is not an official participant at CES 2025, meaning that any Switch 2 imagery from the event cannot be considered as official promotional material.

Official or Not, Genki's Nintendo Switch 2 Replica Could Be Accurate

While Nintendo did not comment on the accuracy of Genki's Switch 2 replica, the dummy device might still be a reliable representation of the upcoming console. This is because it aligns with recent leaks and rumors. The replica is slightly larger than the original Switch and includes an additional button labeled "C," located below the right Joy-Con's home button. The function of this "C" button remains a mystery.

Genki CEO Eddie Tsai, while not providing information on the "C" button, shared other alleged details about the Switch 2. He claimed that the console's Joy-Cons will attach magnetically rather than using sliding rails, and they can be used similarly to a mouse, a feature previously mentioned by other sources.

Nintendo has previously stated that it plans to unveil the Switch successor within its fiscal year 2024, ending on March 31, 2025. With only 80 days left, anticipation is high. The console is not expected to be available for purchase until at least the second quarter of 2025, with rumors suggesting a retail price around $399.