New leaks suggest Nintendo will reveal the Switch 2 this week.
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been one of the industry’s most speculated projects. Despite its predecessor’s success, Nintendo has stayed tight-lipped about the Switch successor, leaving fans and insiders to piece together hints through leaks and rumors.
Over the past few weeks, whispers about a new console have grown louder, hinting that an official reveal could be just around the corner. Nintendo’s silence has done little to temper the hype.
Speculation about the Switch 2 has covered everything from hardware improvements to potential launch titles. Fans believe this month might finally bring clarity, and new reports suggest the wait could end sooner than expected.
Nintendo Switch 2 Announcement This Week?
According to NateTheDrake, a reputable insider and YouTuber, the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal is set to happen this Thursday, January 16, 2025. In a new video, NateTheDrake shared insights into the announcement, stating that it would focus almost entirely on the console itself.
“I have been told the [Nintendo] Switch 2 will be revealed on Thursday, January 16th,” he said. “The reveal itself is going to focus almost exclusively on the console itself. There is not going to be any presence of games. There could be a game shown running on the screen… but software is not going to be a focus.”
The YouTuber also added that details about the reveal felt incomplete, suggesting there might be surprises in store. This report has been corroborated by other media outlets, including Eurogamer, and The Verge’s Tom Warren.
If the leak holds true, the decision to spotlight the hardware over games could signal Nintendo’s confidence in the console’s capabilities. It’s a bold move, especially given the demand for launch title details.
The absence of a significant game lineup at the reveal could disappoint some fans, but it might also build anticipation for a larger showcase later.
Other recent leaks have provided new details about the Switch 2, including a rumored price tag of $400. Launch titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 have been mentioned, with reports suggesting performance comparable to the PS4 Pro.
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With so much riding on this reveal, fans will be eager to see if these leaks align with reality. What are your thoughts on the rumored Switch 2 reveal? Let us know in the comments.
