New images that have been leaked and corroborated by Video Games Chronicle have provided a glimpse of what could be Nintendo’s upcoming console, unofficially known as the Nintendo Switch 2.
Rumored for a while now, the Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to be officially unveiled before the end of the fiscal year. Recent leaked images and specs of what seems to be a factory prototype of the console have surfaced on a Chinese website, as reported by r/gamingleaksandrumours. The leaked content includes a mix of actual photos and CAD mock-ups of the Nintendo Switch 2.
The leaked photos reveal a hardware design that bears a resemblance to the original Nintendo Switch. Key differences include a larger screen, rumored magnetic Joy-Cons with prominent SL/SR buttons, and USB-C ports located at the top and bottom of the console.
A summary of today's alleged Switch 2 images 'leak'. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/Z4rfSGz4WQ
— Andy Robinson (@Andy_VGC) September 18, 2024
A more detailed specs leak suggests that the console will boast 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, representing significant upgrades from the original model. VGC reports that their sources align with what Nintendo has communicated to their development partners about the console. There are also rumors of the console utilizing an LCD screen instead of an OLED display to maintain affordability, but this detail remains unconfirmed by the leak or Nintendo.
While these leaks might seem credible in the realm of gaming rumors, it’s important to exercise caution as Nintendo has not officially confirmed anything yet. Some skeptics have raised doubts, particularly about the authenticity of the CAD renders of the console.
