Nintendo Switch 2 rumors are heating up again as journalist Chris Dring shares “chatter” about a reveal event happening early next year.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is one of the most popular pieces of hardware this year, and it seems like new rumors pop up almost every other week. From leaked details about its upgraded specs to whispers of major third-party games launching alongside it, there’s no shortage of excitement.
Over the past few days, the chatter surrounding the console’s reveal event has started to pick up, with multiple insiders pointing to an early 2025 window. Now, a well-known journalist has joined in on the speculation.
Previously, we’ve heard leaks suggesting a January reveal for the Switch 2, aligning with Nintendo’s confirmation that they plan to announce the console before March 2025. From the potential support for modern AAA games to its rumored larger display and powerful hardware, expectations are sky-high.
And while Nintendo remains characteristically quiet, it seems like industry insiders are hearing more behind the scenes.
Journalist Shares “Chatter” on Switch 2 Reveal Event Timing
This latest speculation comes from Chris Dring of GamesIndustry.biz, who shared his thoughts on this week’s GI Microcast podcast. According to Dring, he’s heard “chatter” suggesting that Nintendo might reveal the Switch 2 as early as the start of the new year.
Editor-in-chief of GI.biz, James Batchelor, brought up the ongoing discussion about why Nintendo skipped The Game Awards, saying the company is likely “keeping their cards close to their chest” ahead of a bigger reveal.
During the conversation, Dring mentioned there’s some “chatter” about when the event could happen. Dring was careful to clarify that this isn’t confirmed, and people shouldn’t take it as fact.
“I mean, it’s chatter. I want to stress it’s chatter before Nintendo Everything, whatever it’s called, starts reporting my comments as fact. It’s just chatter from other people… I’m told, it may even be right as the new year starts,” Dring explained.
The emphasis on the word chatter is important—while the timing could make sense, it’s far from confirmed. Like any rumor, it’s best to take this with a grain of salt until Nintendo makes an official announcement.
Interestingly, Dring’s comments line up with claims from other YouTubers and industry insiders. Earlier today, multiple reports suggested that the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal could happen as soon as January 2025.
These insiders also hint at impressive specs, with the console rumored to support modern AAA games, a huge step forward for Nintendo’s hardware capabilities.
There have also been reports suggesting that the Nintendo Switch 2 may already be sitting in warehouses, ready to be shipped. This is based on Foxconn Tech’s latest revenue report, which hints that mass production for the console is well underway.
Foxconn, the company responsible for assembling Nintendo’s hardware, has been working closely with the gaming giant for years, and their involvement suggests that the console could be nearing its final stages.
If these reports are accurate, it would mean that the Switch 2 is closer than ever to launch, with Nintendo potentially ready to announce its arrival very soon.
So, what do you think? Will Nintendo finally lift the curtain on the Switch 2 as we kick off 2025? Share your thoughts in the comments!
