Nintendo Responds to Switch 2 Leak Rumors

Summary

• In a rare move, Nintendo has commented on Genki's Switch 2 leak that came out of CES 2025.
• A company representative noted that Nintendo isn't an official participant in this year's CES, so none of the Switch 2 imagery emerging from the show can be considered official.

Nintendo has broken its usual silence on product leaks to address the recent images of the Switch 2 that surfaced from CES 2025. A company spokesperson confirmed to the Sankei Shimbun that the circulating images are not official, emphasizing that Nintendo did not participate in CES 2025. This statement underscores that any Switch 2 imagery from the event should not be considered as official promotional material.

The Switch 2 has been the subject of numerous leaks since late 2024, likely due to its entry into mass production around that time. One of the latest leaks came from accessory maker Genki, which showcased a purported replica of the Switch successor at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Images of Genki's dummy device quickly spread across social media platforms.

Nintendo's response to these leaks was succinct but clear: the images and videos of Genki's Switch 2 replica are unofficial. The company reiterated its non-participation in CES 2025, distancing itself from any Switch 2 imagery originating from the event.

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 device could still be a reliable representation of the upcoming console. It aligns with other recent leaks and rumors, suggesting a slightly larger form factor than the original Switch. A notable difference is the addition of a new 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 unable to provide details on the "C" button, shared other alleged features of the Switch 2. He claimed that the console's Joy-Cons would attach magnetically instead of using sliding rails and that the controllers could function like a mouse, a feature previously mentioned by other sources.

Nintendo has previously announced plans to unveil the Switch successor within its fiscal year 2024, ending on March 31, 2025. With 80 days left, the company has a window to fulfill this promise. However, the Switch 2 is not expected to be available in stores until at least the second quarter of 2025. Rumors suggest a retail price around $399.