Nintendo Denies Switch 2 Showcase Rumors for American Hardware Brand Genki

Nintendo has officially refuted claims by accessory maker Genki regarding a purported Nintendo Switch 2 showcase at CES 2025. The company stated that the 3D-printed mockup and accompanying claims are entirely unofficial.

Nintendo Says Mockup Is Unofficial

Genki's Switch 2 Hardware Not Provided by Nintendo

In statements to CNET Japan and the Sankei newspaper, Nintendo clarified that the images and videos circulating are not official Nintendo materials. The company explicitly denied providing Genki with any Switch 2 hardware.

At CES 2025, Genki generated significant buzz by displaying a 3D-printed model of the anticipated Switch 2. Furthermore, Genki reportedly told journalists and attendees that they possessed a functional Switch 2 unit and even a release date.

Genki, an American manufacturer of electronics and gaming accessories (including controllers, SSDs, and chargers), has a dedicated webpage showcasing animated mockups of purported Nintendo Switch 2 accessories.

Despite Genki's claims, Nintendo remains tight-lipped about concrete Switch 2 details, only confirming that backward compatibility with the original Switch and its games is planned. This recent controversy may prompt Nintendo to accelerate their official announcement of the console.