Nintendo Shares Details on Rumored Switch 2 Release

Nintendo Responds to CES 2025 Switch 2 Leaks: "Not Official"

Nintendo has issued an uncommon statement regarding the recent flurry of Nintendo Switch 2 leaks originating from CES 2025. A company representative confirmed that the circulating images are not official Nintendo materials, citing the company's absence from this year's CES. This brief comment, while seemingly obvious, represents a rare public acknowledgement by Nintendo of product leaks.

The Switch 2 has been the subject of numerous leaks since late 2024, a period coinciding with reports of the console entering mass production. Accessory manufacturer Genki displayed a purported Switch 2 replica at CES 2025, sparking widespread online discussion of the leaked images.

Following an inquiry from the Sankei Shimbun, Nintendo officially labeled the Genki replica as "not official." The company emphasized its non-participation in CES 2025, thereby invalidating any imagery from the show as legitimate promotional material.

Genki's Replica: Accurate or Not?

While Nintendo refrained from commenting on the accuracy of Genki's replica, its design aligns with previous leaks and rumors. The most significant difference from the original Switch is the addition of a new button, labeled "C," positioned below the right Joy-Con's home button. Its function remains unknown.

Genki CEO Eddie Tsai, while unable to clarify the "C" button's purpose, offered additional details. He suggested that the Switch 2's Joy-Cons will use magnetic attachment, replacing the sliding rails of the original. He also reiterated claims from other sources suggesting the controllers will function as a mouse.

Nintendo's previous statements indicate a planned Switch 2 reveal within fiscal year 2024 (ending March 31, 2025). With approximately 80 days remaining, anticipation remains high. A retail launch is not expected before the second quarter of 2025, with a rumored price point around $399.