Supposed Nintendo Switch 2 Announcement Date Revealed by Leaker

Summary

Nintendo's highly anticipated Switch 2 is reportedly set for an official announcement this Thursday, January 16th. Interestingly, the original Switch was also unveiled on a Thursday back in 2016.

A well-known and reliable leaker, NateTheHate, broke the news during a recent podcast episode. This January 2025 reveal strongly suggests a first-half 2025 release for the console. The Switch 2's existence has been an open secret for some time, with reports of mass production beginning as early as September or October 2024, backed up by numerous hardware leaks. Nintendo itself previously committed to an announcement before March 31st, 2025.

NateTheHate's prediction aligns with Nintendo's historical preference for Thursday announcements. The original Switch teaser, for example, launched on a Thursday. This prediction has been corroborated by other sources, including Tom Warren of The Verge.

Nintendo Switch 2: Leaks Galore

Whether Nintendo will follow a similar pattern to the original Switch launch – a small teaser before the main reveal – remains to be seen. However, given the sheer volume of leaks already circulating, the official reveal may hold few surprises for dedicated fans. The influx of unofficial information has even prompted Nintendo to comment on a Switch 2 replica, a rare acknowledgment of leaks.

To recap the leaks, the Switch 2 is rumored to be slightly larger than the Switch OLED model (approximately 270 x 116 x 14mm), featuring an 8-inch LCD screen. Its Joy-Cons will reportedly attach magnetically, with the right Joy-Con potentially including an extra "C" button below the home key. The purpose of this button remains unclear, but it might relate to a rumored mouse-like pointer function.

Unveiling the Switch 2 Launch Lineup: A Mystery Remains

While the Switch 2 itself is leaking left and right, its launch game lineup remains shrouded in mystery. While a few titles, such as My Time at Evershine and Bestiario, have been confirmed for the console, neither is expected to be a day-one release, assuming a first-half 2025 launch. Nintendo will likely leverage at least one or two major first-party titles to drive initial sales momentum.

Source: Nintendo of America