This year has been rife with gaming rumors and leaks, and theSwitch 2has been front and center. Coming up on its eight-year anniversary, Nintendo’s current console has had an impressive lifespan, but the imminent announcement of theSwitch 2has kept many gamers eagerly waiting in the wings. Just this week, another potential accessory for the Switch 2 was leaked, adding to the excitement.
The leak in question claims to have revealeda Switch 2 controllerattachment that turns it into a wheel. While it’s possible that this Joy-Con design is accurate, the leak must be taken with a grain of salt until Nintendo officially confirms anything. A skeptical approach should be taken in regard to every Switch 2 leak, but until Nintendo makes its first announcement about the upcoming console, there is a long list of rumored accessories that may be expected.
Every Leaked and Rumored Accessory For the Nintendo Switch 2
Magnetic Joy-Cons and Wheel Attachment
As it stands, none of these accessories have been confirmed by Nintendo, so they could end up being false claims. However, if they do happen to be accurate, then the Switch 2 could bring some fun launch accessories to gamers.In regard to magnetic Joy-Cons, a user on the Chinese video sharing platform BilliBilli posted a clip showcasing them removing Joy-Cons from the console, implying a new magnetic approach. Furthermore, the newly leaked wheel attachment immediately ignited speculation thatMario Kart 9could be planned as a Switch 2 launch title. This is very much a possibility, but only time will tell.
Pro Controller and U-Shaped Kickstand
A leak from Centro Leaks recently made claims of aSwitch 2 Pro Controllerthat closely resembles the original console’s Pro Controller. This specific leak was found via an online forum, so it’s hard to say if the claims are accurate. Meanwhile, leaks detailing a possible U-shaped kickstand have also made the rounds on the internet as well. While the original console featured something similar, the supposed photos showcase a stronger, sturdier design.
Details about the leaked Pro Controller claim it could feature a 3.5mm headphone jack and two new buttons on the back: GL and GR.
Carrying Case and Screen Protector
These types of accessories are to be expected for the Switch 2, but the details of these leaked items actually provide more insight than one might think. Based on the sizes detailed in an online listing on e-commerce site 1688.com that claimed to be for a case and screen protector,the Switch 2 could be considerably larger than its predecessor. This size difference has yet to be set in stone, but it will be a compelling change, if true.
The original Switch’s measurements are 239 x 102 x 13.9mm, while the leaked Switch 2 case claims its measurements are around 290 x 135 x 45mm. It’s unlikely that the Switch 2 is 45mm thick; this dimension is likely for cushioning inside the case.
The Switch 2’s Announcement is Just Around the Corner
Despite these various accessory leaks being pure speculation at the moment, fans at least have a general timeline to look forward to forthe Switch 2’s official announcement. Nintendo has confirmed that the next-gen console will be announced before the end of the company’s fiscal year, which ends March 2025. Although a reveal could happen any day between now and March, the latter is likely, since the original console was released during that month. As the wait continues, more leaks and rumors are bound to pop up, and it will be fascinating to see which accessories turn out to be true.
Nintendo Switch
The Nintendo Switch is a hybrid console launched in 2017, capable of being played in handheld mode or docked to a television. The Switch Lite, a handheld-only model, followed in 2019, with an OLED refresh coming in 2021.
