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 President Shuntaro Furukawa acknowledged its existence in early 2024. A full reveal is anticipated before March 2025, with a launch expected later this year.
The timing of the new console's release has been a topic of much speculation since Furukawa's May 2024 announcement. While Nintendo has remained tight-lipped, the prevailing assumption is that the console will indeed be called the Nintendo Switch 2. Many leaks suggest a design similar to the original Switch, hinting at a direct successor strategy.
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 the stylized Joy-Con controllers above "Nintendo Switch," with the key difference being the addition of "2" beside the Joy-Con. This strongly suggests "Nintendo Switch 2" as the official name.
Is it Really the Switch 2?
The logo's authenticity remains unverified, and some question whether "Nintendo Switch 2" will be the final name. Nintendo's history includes consoles with names significantly different from their predecessors (e.g., Wii U), leading some to believe a more creative name might be chosen. The Wii U's unconventional name is often cited as a factor in its lower sales, potentially influencing Nintendo to adopt a more straightforward approach this time.
Previous leaks appear to support 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.
