Nintendo fans left disappointed after images of Switch 2 design leak online

Just days after Sony PlayStation's State of Play last week, there’s been an excitement in the air from hyped gaming fans.

But that hype may be short-lived for some Nintendo fans thanks to several leaks and insider reports that have been circling across social media. As such, some fans may not be as happy as they expected to be when launch day for the Nintendo Switch 2 rolls around.

So far, we’ve had an official announcement for the first game on the Nintendo Switch 2 console along with some snapshots of its new design.

X user Andy Robinson shared some leaked images with the caption: "A summary of today's alleged Switch 2 images 'leak'."

Now, fans are debating the questionable design choice.

Pointing out the awkwardly-placed buttons on the back of the console, one Nintendo fan asked: "Question! How are we supposed to press this button? Seemed unnatural to me."

Some social media users pointed out apparent flaws in the design like: "Looks more uncomfortable to hold than the original."

"Nintendo used to be unique with things like the DS… now they just put joycons on an iPad," said one supposed fan.

Another X user chimed in: "Ugghh, the controllers look just as uncomfortable & unergonmic as the switch."

Others claimed that the Switch looks the same and not much has changed from the last console release, noting: "So it looks like a Switch. Interesting."

Meanwhile, some fans have taken a step back, writing: "yea this looks real but still lets take it with a massive grain of salt".

Another leak came from an interview with Rubén Mercado, CEO of video game accessories company Blade, suggesting that the Nintendo Switch 2 may change its approach to analogue sticks.

According to Mercado, the analogue sticks may not be like the ones seen in the leaked design and protectors for the sticks 'will not be able to be manufactured on this occasion.' So, it's all still up in the air to us consumers.

Adding to this statement, the insider mentions that the sticks could also be 'flat' - a design that aims to prevent dust from entering the console.

Instead, the upgraded sticks would be part of the Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons, be magnetic and 'at the same time, have a locking system so that they remain firmly attached to the consoles.'

Moreover, the Nintendo Switch 2 is in fact 'completed' and aiming for a worldwide release that meets demand. The launch date is expected to be around March/April 2025.