Rumor: Nintendo Switch 2 Logo Leaked

A leaked logo seemingly confirms the "Nintendo Switch 2" name for Nintendo's upcoming console. Rumors and leaks surrounding the console have been circulating since early 2024, when Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa confirmed its existence. A full reveal is anticipated before March 2025, with a launch expected later this year.

The timing of the console's release has been a subject of much speculation since Furukawa's May 2024 announcement. While Nintendo has remained tight-lipped, the prevailing belief is that the new system will indeed be called the Nintendo Switch 2. Many leaks suggest a design similar to the original Switch, hinting at a direct successor strategy.

According to Comicbook, a logo purportedly belonging to the Nintendo Switch 2 surfaced online. Shared on Bluesky by Universo Nintendo's Necro Felipe, the logo closely resembles the original Switch logo, featuring stylized Joy-Con controllers above the "Nintendo Switch" text. The only difference is the addition of a "2" next to the Joy-Con, seemingly confirming the widely used placeholder name.

However, verification is pending, and some remain skeptical about the "Nintendo Switch 2" moniker. Nintendo's history includes consoles with names significantly different from their predecessors (e.g., the Wii U). The less-than-successful Wii U's unconventional name is speculated to have negatively impacted sales, potentially prompting a more straightforward naming approach for the Switch 2.

While previous leaks support Felipe's claims, gamers are urged to exercise caution and await official confirmation. Recent social media activity suggests a potential earlier-than-expected reveal.