rumors have been surfacing all year long, but in recent weeks the online speculation has gone into overdrive. Right now, we’re getting new (unverified) leaks and purported insiders commenting on the currently unannounced console almost every single day. It feels like we’re getting very close to an official reveal of Switch 2 , which could come as soon as January.
If the 2’s confirmation is indeed imminent then we’ll soon know exactly what Nintendo has been cooking up, and it’s long overdue, I love the , but after eight years (and after I’m ready for a new console. The current Switch is showing .
As noted, there are a lot of Switch 2 rumors out there right now, so looking at what the console could be according to these unsubstantiated whispers, these are the three rumored upgrades that excite me the most. And if these rumors do prove accurate, then I’ll be joining the throngs of Nintendo fans attempting to lock in a Switch 2 pre-order (likely) sometimes.
In recent weeks, a load of Switch 2 renders and mock-ups have appeared online, including from accessory maker Dbrand, which unveiled its not-so-subtly-named that may be our first proper tease of how the console will look. And well, if these rumors are accurate, the Switch 2 looks a heck of a lot like the first-generation Nintendo Switch. The only major addition at first glance appears to be a new button on the right Joy-Con. Exactly what this button would be used for is a mystery but some renders have it marked with a “C”.
An area of the console that could be more significantly tweaked is the Switch’s docking station. One online render (see image above) showcases a slimmer dock that allows a portion of the Switch’s display to be visible even when the unit is docked. Perhaps, this could enable dual-screen features letting the Switch 2 display key information even when connected to a television.