Update #2 []: Add-on maker Genki has now reportedly dropped its source regarding its 'Switch 2' add-ons. He previously claimed to own a working Switch 2 unit, but in a new interview with GameSparkthe company now retracts this claim and states that its products are based solely on industry leaks and speculation.
“In previous reports, the person responsible made suggestive comments, leading many to believe that Genki actually held the Nintendo Switch 2 in his hands and created the peripherals. However, based on the answers he gave during this interview, it appears that he actually did not actual device in hand and that the exhibit was based on leaked information.”
One of two things seems to have happened here. Either Genki embellished his initial claims to gain some leverage, or maybe that did has a functional unit and is now under pressure to drop its demands. Who knows. We reached out to Genki for more information, but he has yet to respond to our request.
Either way, Genki now claims he hasn't seen the real Switch 2 yet. The drama continues.
Update #1 []:
Genki now has live website shows a video (animated renders) of accessories attached to the “next handheld,” which looks like the Switch 2.
No big surprises here – the console looks exactly the same as the previous leaked images and the 'replica' Genki shown at CES, although it does show off the new Joy-Con connections very nicely.
No official announcement yet, of course. There's still a small part of us that hopes all these leaks and teases are a sly misdirection on Nintendo's part and that the shower head-like console will be revealed soon. Watch this space.
Original story: Last week, accessory maker Genki announced that it would showcase 'Switch 2' accessories at CES 2025, and now it's made good on that promise.
These new products are reportedly being shown “behind closed doors” and German outlet Netzwelt has now shared some photos online. In addition to a view of the docking station with Joy-Con controllers, a “Switch 2 replica” model is also on display.
Attendees can reportedly “get a feel” for the Switch 2 with this replica model, according to reports. The publication also goes into detail about the new Joy-Con – mentioning that there is now an extra button on the right controller.
Some other outlets also shared video footage of Genki's 'Switch 2' replica and apparently there are according to representatives of Genki these additions could be launched as early as April.
Nintendo has said it will announce a “successor” to the Switch at some point during the current fiscal year (which ends in March 2025).
