Nintendo has firmly addressed the swirling rumors about a supposed Nintendo Switch 2 3D-printed mockup showcased by the American hardware accessory maker, Genki. Dive in to learn Nintendo's official stance on this matter!
Nintendo Clarifies: Mockup Is Unofficial
Nintendo has set the record straight regarding the buzz around the alleged Switch 2 rumors at CES 2025. The company issued statements to CNET Japan and the Japanese newspaper Sankei, emphasizing that "these images and videos are not official." They clarified that the hardware showcased by Genki, claimed to be the Switch 2, is unofficial and was never provided by Nintendo.
During the recent CES 2025 event, Genki grabbed headlines by displaying what they described as a 3D-printed mockup of the eagerly awaited next-generation console, the Nintendo Switch 2. Genki went further, reportedly telling journalists and attendees that they possessed a "real" Switch 2 and hinted at a release date.
Genki, known for its range of electronics and video game console accessories like controllers, portable SSDs, and chargers, has even dedicated a section on their website to Nintendo Switch 2 accessories. This section features a highly detailed animated mock-up of the console, stirring further speculation.
However, Nintendo has remained tight-lipped about the upcoming console, with no major announcements yet. The only detail confirmed by Nintendo about the Switch 2 is its backwards compatibility with the original Switch and its games. Given the growing speculation, it seems likely that the Japanese tech giant may soon feel compelled to make an official announcement about the console.
