Have you ever stumbled upon something online that makes you double-take? Well, we might have just found one of those moments. Recent images claiming to show the Nintendo Switch 2‘s controllers have popped up on social media, sparking excitement and plenty of speculation among fans.
The photos making the rounds showcase what many believe are the new Joy-Con controllers for Nintendo’s upcoming console. These images reportedly come from a factory in China that is currently working on components for this much-talked-about device that hasn’t even been officially announced yet.
Here’s where it gets interesting: while these pictures look convincing, there’s always a chance they could be elaborate fakes. After all, with so much chatter from case manufacturers about the new system, it’s hard not to wonder what’s real and what’s just clever marketing or wishful thinking.
If these images are authentic, they seem to confirm earlier rumors suggesting that the Switch 2‘s Joy-Cons will have a slightly larger design and feature a magnetic connection, something fans have been buzzing about. A fan-made comparison image shows us how these new controllers stack up against their predecessors:
Rumor: More images of Switch 2 Joy-Cons have immerged from China.
Source: https://t.co/MplOUwKhRi pic.twitter.com/5ZdFmVlggl
— Stealth (@Stealth40k) January 5, 2025
Several case manufacturers who get early insights into unannounced tech for product preparation recently shared what they claim are cases designed for Nintendo’s next console. This has led to some fascinating revelations about how the system might look.
This isn’t the first time we’ve seen alleged leaks related to this upcoming console either; back in September, we were treated to images showing off designs strikingly similar to those of its predecessor. Earlier this week, more tantalizing glimpses surfaced on Reddit featuring supposed internal hardware components of the Switch 2. If true, these details align with previous whispers about it being powered by Nvidia technology.
Nintendo has yet to give an official nod regarding its successor console but has committed to sharing news sometime before March 2025, when its fiscal year wraps up.
The comparison between Switch 2 and Switch 1 joy-cons. Look at those massive top buttons! 💙 pic.twitter.com/jcQel893Bg
— Mucrush 🦋 (@Mucrush) January 5, 2025
