Summary
- In a rare move, Nintendo has commented on Genki's Switch 2 leak that emerged from CES 2025.
- A company representative emphasized that Nintendo isn't an official participant at this year's CES, so any Switch 2 imagery from the show cannot be considered official.
Nintendo has addressed the recent leaks of the Switch 2 that surfaced at CES 2025, confirming that the circulating images are not official. While this statement might seem obvious, it's noteworthy because Nintendo rarely comments on product leaks.
The Switch 2 leaks have been rampant since late 2024, likely due to the console entering mass production around that time. The latest instance involved accessory maker Genki showcasing a purported replica of the Switch successor at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Images of Genki's dummy device quickly spread across social media.
In response to an inquiry from the Sankei Shimbun, Nintendo issued a rare comment on the leaked design. "It is not official," a company representative stated, referring to the images and videos of Genki's Switch 2 replica. They further clarified that Nintendo is not participating in CES 2025, so any Switch 2 imagery from the event should not be considered official promotional materials.
Official or Not, Genki's Nintendo Switch 2 Replica Could Be Accurate
Nintendo did not comment on the accuracy of Genki's Switch 2 replica. However, the dummy device might still be a reliable representation of the upcoming console, especially given its consistency with recent leaks and rumors. Compared to the 2017 Switch, the replica is slightly larger and features an additional button. Positioned below the right Joy-Con's home button and labeled "C," this button's purpose remains unknown.
Genki CEO Eddie Tsai did not have any information on the mysterious C button but 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 can be used like a mouse—a feature that other sources have also mentioned.
Nintendo has previously stated it will unveil the Switch successor within its fiscal year 2024, ending on March 31, 2025. With 80 days left, the company has time to fulfill this promise. The console is expected to launch in stores no earlier than the second quarter of 2025, with rumors suggesting a retail price around $399.
