Nintendo has officially responded to the buzz surrounding a supposed 3D-printed mockup of the Nintendo Switch 2 by the American hardware accessory maker, Genki. Dive in to learn more about Nintendo's stance on this intriguing development!
Nintendo Clarifies: Mockup Is Unofficial
Amidst swirling rumors at CES 2025, Nintendo has set the record straight. The gaming giant stated to CNET Japan and the Japanese newspaper Sankei that the images and videos circulating are "not official." They further clarified that the hardware showcased by Genki, claimed to be the Nintendo Switch 2, was never provided by Nintendo and is thus unofficial.
During the CES 2025 event, Genki grabbed headlines by presenting what they claimed was a 3D-printed mockup of the eagerly awaited Nintendo Switch 2. They even went as far as telling journalists and attendees that they possessed an actual Switch 2 unit and hinted at a release date.
Genki, a well-known American brand specializing in accessories for electronics and video game consoles, offers a range of products from controllers to portable SSDs and chargers. Notably, they have a dedicated section on their website for Nintendo Switch 2 accessories, featuring an impressively detailed animated mockup of the console.
Despite the excitement stirred by Genki, Nintendo has remained tight-lipped about the Switch 2, promising only that more news will be forthcoming. The sole confirmed detail from Nintendo about the Switch 2 is its backward compatibility with the original Switch and its games. Given the mounting speculation, it seems likely that Nintendo may soon make an official announcement about their next-gen console.
