Summary
- The rumored Nintendo Switch 2 logo has potentially leaked online, possibly confirming the console's official name.
- The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to be unveiled before March 2025.
The excitement surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2 has reached new heights with a potential leak of its logo, hinting at the official name of Nintendo's next console. Since early 2024, when Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa confirmed the existence of a new console, rumors and leaks have been swirling about the Nintendo Switch 2. It is widely anticipated that the console will be fully unveiled before the end of March 2025, with a potential launch later in the year.
Following Furukawa's announcement in May 2024, speculation about the exact release date has been rampant, yet Nintendo has kept details under wraps. While the name "Nintendo Switch 2" is commonly used, it's not certain that this will be the final name, although many leaks suggest it will follow the original Switch's design and branding.
According to Comicbook, the Nintendo Switch 2 logo may have been leaked online by Universo Nintendo editor-in-chief Necro Felipe on Bluesky. The logo closely resembles the original Switch logo, featuring a stylized Joy-Con controller above the words "Nintendo Switch," with the addition of the number 2 next to the Joy-Con. This detail seems to confirm that "Nintendo Switch 2" will indeed be the official name.
New Nintendo Console Might Actually Be Called Switch 2
Despite the leak, the logo's authenticity remains unverified, and there's still uncertainty about whether "Nintendo Switch 2" will be the final name. Historically, Nintendo has used varied naming conventions for its consoles, with the Wii U being the most similar to its predecessor, the Wii. Some believe the Wii U's unconventional name negatively impacted its sales, which might influence Nintendo's decision to opt for a more straightforward name this time around.
Previous leaks support the notion that the name and logo shared by Necro Felipe might be accurate, but fans should treat these rumors with caution until an official announcement is made. There's also a suggestion that the reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2 could be imminent, based on recent social media activity.
