Nintendo Denies Genki's Switch 2 Claims
Following recent claims by American accessory maker Genki, Nintendo has officially refuted rumors surrounding a purported Nintendo Switch 2 showcase at CES 2025. Both CNET Japan and the Sankei newspaper reported Nintendo's statement confirming that the images and videos circulating are not official. The company explicitly stated that Genki's alleged Switch 2 hardware was not provided by Nintendo.
Genki, known for its gaming accessories, including controllers and SSDs, generated significant buzz at CES 2025 by displaying a 3D-printed mockup of the anticipated Switch 2. They also reportedly shared a purported release date with journalists. Their website even features a dedicated page for Switch 2 accessories, showcasing a detailed animated mockup of the console.
This contradicts Nintendo's official silence on the Switch 2's specifics, aside from confirming backwards compatibility with the original Switch. Nintendo's denial suggests an imminent official announcement regarding the next-generation console is likely.
