Nintendo Switch 2: Fans Decode New Game Case Size

Nintendo Switch 2 enthusiasts have recently shifted their focus from the console itself to the size of its game cases, following what appears to be a leak from a retailer. According to a report by Nintendo Life, journalist Felipe Lima discovered a listing for a Take-Two Interactive game intended for the Nintendo Switch 2 on French retailer Fnac, which included the game case dimensions. If accurate, this suggests that Nintendo Switch 2 game boxes will be slightly larger than those of the original Switch.

This speculation was visually represented in a Reddit post by user HertzBurst, who created a side-by-side comparison of the two game boxes. The leaked dimensions indicate that the Nintendo Switch 2 game cases will measure approximately 5.1 inches by 7.7 inches (13 cm by 19.5 cm). While these dimensions make the new cases slightly larger than the current Switch game cases, they are still significantly smaller than the standard cases used for Xbox Series X and S and PlayStation 5 games. Although this information is not yet official, it is plausible that retailers would receive such details early to prepare for stock displays and other logistical arrangements.

Switch 2 Box-Art size comparison via leaked proportions from @necrolipe on twitter
byu/HertzBurst inNintendoSwitch2

The Nintendo Switch 2 is anticipated to launch soon, although Nintendo has not yet confirmed an official release window. Some industry insiders speculate that it might be released between June and September. This speculation is fueled by hands-on events scheduled until June and a statement from Greedfall 2 publisher Nacon, indicating that the console will be available before September.

The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier in January with a brief trailer that highlighted features such as backwards compatibility and the addition of a second USB-C port. However, many details remain undisclosed, including information about other games and the function of a mysterious new button on the Joy-Con. While some theories, such as the Joy-Con functioning as a mouse, have gained attention, much about the console remains a mystery.