Nintendo Debunks Switch 2 Rumors Linked to Genki

Nintendo has officially responded to the buzz surrounding a supposed Nintendo Switch 2 3D-printed mockup showcased by the American hardware brand Genki at CES 2025. The tech giant has firmly stated that the images and videos circulating are not official and that the hardware presented by Genki was never provided by Nintendo.

At the recent CES 2025, Genki made waves by displaying what they claimed to be a 3D-printed mockup of the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. They went further by asserting to journalists and attendees that they possessed a "real" Switch 2 and even hinted at a release date. Genki, known for its range of electronics and video game console accessories including controllers, portable SSDs, and chargers, has a dedicated section on their website for Nintendo Switch 2 accessories, featuring a detailed animated mock-up of the console.

However, Nintendo has remained tight-lipped about the next-gen console, only confirming that the Switch 2 will offer backwards compatibility with the original Switch and its games. As the Japanese tech giant has yet to make any major announcements regarding the upcoming console, the recent claims by Genki have prompted Nintendo to clarify that no official hardware or details have been released by them. With the anticipation building, fans are eagerly awaiting an official announcement from Nintendo about the Switch 2.

Nintendo Says Mockup Is Unofficial

Did Not Provide Genki Switch 2 Hardware