A purported Nintendo Switch 2 logo has surfaced online, potentially confirming the console's official name. Rumors and leaks surrounding Nintendo's next-generation console have been circulating since early 2024, when President Shuntaro Furukawa acknowledged its existence. A pre-March 2025 unveiling is anticipated, with a launch expected later in the 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 prevalent assumption is that the new system will indeed be called the Nintendo Switch 2. Many believe it will retain a similar design to the original Switch, making a direct sequel naming convention logical.
Comicbook reports the leak of a logo, shared on Bluesky by Universo Nintendo's Necro Felipe. The logo closely resembles the original Switch logo, featuring stylized Joy-Con controllers above "Nintendo Switch," with the only notable difference being the addition of a "2" next to the Joy-Con graphic. This strongly suggests "Nintendo Switch 2" will be the official name.
The "Switch 2" Name: Confirmation or Speculation?
While the logo lacks official verification, the "Nintendo Switch 2" moniker remains a point of discussion. Nintendo's history includes consoles with names significantly different from their predecessors (e.g., the Wii U). Some speculate that the Wii U's unconventional name negatively impacted sales, potentially prompting a more straightforward approach with the Switch 2.
Previous leaks appear to corroborate the leaked logo and name, but gamers should remain cautious until an official announcement. Another recent social media post hints at a potentially imminent reveal, adding further fuel to the speculation.
