Home News Nintendo Quashes Switch 2 Speculation Amidst Genki Rumors

Nintendo Quashes Switch 2 Speculation Amidst Genki Rumors

Author : Mia Feb 19,2025

Nintendo Denies Genki's Switch 2 Showcase Claims

Nintendo Denies Switch 2 Showcase Rumors for American Hardware Brand Genki

Following recent claims by Genki, an American accessory maker, 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 that the images and videos circulating are not official, and that Genki did not receive the hardware from Nintendo.

Nintendo Denies Switch 2 Showcase Rumors for American Hardware Brand Genki

Genki, known for its range of gaming accessories including controllers and SSDs, generated significant buzz at CES 2025 by displaying a 3D-printed Switch 2 mockup. They also reportedly shared purported release date information with attendees and journalists, claiming possession of a functional Switch 2 unit. Their website even features a dedicated page for upcoming Switch 2 accessories, complete with an animated mockup.

Nintendo Denies Switch 2 Showcase Rumors for American Hardware Brand Genki

Despite Genki's claims, Nintendo has yet to make any substantial announcements regarding the Switch 2, only confirming that news is forthcoming and that backward compatibility with the original Switch will be a feature. This public denial by Nintendo suggests an official announcement regarding the Switch 2 may be imminent.

Latest Articles More

Path of Exile 2: Ancient Oaths Unveiled

While Path of Exile 2's narrative may not reach the sprawling complexity of The Witcher 3, it still presents players with devious side quests that'll make you pause and think. The Ancient Vows quest in Act 1 exemplifies this - what starts as a simple
May 28,2026
M3GAN 2.0 Falters, Shifts Early to Digital

The box office disappointment M3GAN 2.0 arrives on digital platforms today, July 15, following a brief three-week theatrical run. At the same time, reports confirm Blumhouse has undergone a round of layoffs.M3GAN 2.0 opened with $10.2 million domesti
May 26,2026
Call of Duty: Mobile Season 5 Unveils Zoo Map & NieR: Automata Crossover

Call of Duty: Mobile Season 5, 'Primal Reckoning,' launches on May 28, 2025, at 5 PM PT. This season packs a surprising mix, blending futuristic dystopian themes with a wild zoo map and a major crossover with NieR:Automata.Legendary Zoo Map Arrives o
May 26,2026
Genshin Impact 5.8 Heads to Natlan's Easybreeze Resort

The brand-new, permanent Easybreeze Holiday Resort in Natlan offers a vibrant summer-themed mapIntroducing Ineffa, the new 5-star Electro polearm characterPlenty of summer-themed events will also be availableFollowing the Version 5.7 update, Genshin
May 23,2026
Photography Game TOEM: A Photo Adventure Lands on Android in Early Access

TOEM: A Photo Adventure is now available on Android in early access. This delightful indie game, already out on PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, won over players with its hand-drawn visuals and photography-driven storytelling.Developed by Swedis
May 23,2026
Pokemon TCG: Darkness Cards Dominate New Outbreak Event

A Darkness-type Mass Outbreak event is currently activeEarn rewards by completing themed missionsWeavile EX takes center stageTrue to how wild Pokémon behave, a Mass Outbreak Event is now live in Pokémon TCG Pocket, and this time, it plunges you deep
May 21,2026