Images of a supposed Switch 2 leaked online today, showcasing the console and some concept images of how it might look—but not everyone is convinced it’s real.
Over the past couple of hours, the images sprung up on X (formerly Twitter) and other social media sites, showcasing a console that appears to be a Switch with a bigger screen. Everything we expect from a Switch appears in these images, including detachable, though different-looking, Joy-Con controllers and a larger stand that pops out of the back of the system.
At first glance, the images don’t appear to be real. Social media is full of fake Switch 2 leaks, and it looked like these images were another inclusion in the long line of duds. That was until VideoGameChronicle’s Andy Robinson released an article claiming the images published today, while unverified, match up with what partners had been told to expect about its design. So, while the images and items shown off might not be accurate, the concept of the console at least aligns with earlier reports.
There are minor differences between the rumored Switch 2 and Switch, which comes from some extra info from these supposedly leaked images. Apparently, the Switch 2 will include 12 GB of RAM, which is three times as much as the Switch, and has 256 GB of internal storage, a massive jump from the Switch’s 32 GB. The Joy-Con controllers also seem to have a different SL/SR button and a few changes that make the console look more sleek and polished.
Dot Esports has contacted Nintendo for comments on the leaks and VGC’s story.
Remember to take these and any information or leaks with a grain of salt. There’s no confirmation that these images are real, and until Nintendo confirms what the console looks like, fans are left guessing what direction the company will take for its next hardware. We shouldn’t have to wait long, either, with an announcement coming before March 31, 2025.
