Supposed Nintendo Switch 2 Announcement Date Revealed by Leaker

Nintendo Switch 2: Official Announcement Expected This Thursday

Reliable sources indicate the Nintendo Switch 2 will be officially unveiled on Thursday, January 16th, 2025. This early 2025 reveal strongly suggests a first-half 2025 market launch. The timing aligns with Nintendo's previous commitment to an announcement before the end of their fiscal year (March 31st), and mirrors the original Switch reveal, which also occurred on a Thursday. This information comes from NateTheHate, a reputable leaker, and has been corroborated by other sources, including Tom Warren of The Verge.

Extensive Leaks Precede Official Announcement

The Switch 2 has been the subject of numerous leaks for months, encompassing hardware specifications and even a replica console that Nintendo itself addressed. This extensive pre-release information suggests the official announcement may hold few surprises for dedicated fans. While a pre-announcement teaser on social media is possible, mirroring the original Switch's launch strategy, the sheer volume of leaks already circulating minimizes the element of surprise.

Rumors suggest a slightly larger console than the Switch OLED model (approximately 270 x 116 x 14mm) with an 8-inch LCD screen and magnetically attaching Joy-Cons. The right Joy-Con is reportedly equipped with an extra "C" button, the function of which remains speculative, potentially linked to a rumored mouse-like pointer functionality.

Launch Title Lineup Remains Unclear

Unlike the hardware details, the Switch 2's launch game lineup remains largely unknown. While titles like My Time at Evershine and Bestiario have been confirmed, neither is anticipated as a day-one release. Nintendo is likely to leverage at least one or two major first-party titles to drive initial sales momentum should the console indeed launch in the first half of 2025.

Source: Nintendo of America