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Nintendo Denies Switch 2 Showcase Rumors for American Hardware Brand Genki

Author : Hazel Feb 18,2025

Nintendo Denies Genki's Switch 2 Claims

Nintendo Denies Switch 2 Showcase Rumors for American Hardware Brand Genki

Following recent claims by American accessory maker Genki, Nintendo has officially denied any involvement in Genki's purported Nintendo Switch 2 showcase at CES 2025. In statements to CNET Japan and the Sankei newspaper, Nintendo declared that the images and videos presented by Genki are not official and that the hardware displayed was not provided by Nintendo.

Nintendo Denies Switch 2 Showcase Rumors for American Hardware Brand Genki

Genki, known for its gaming accessories, including controllers and SSDs, created a stir at CES 2025 by showcasing a 3D-printed Switch 2 mockup. They further claimed to possess a functional Switch 2 unit and even hinted at a release date. Their website even features a dedicated page for prospective Switch 2 accessories, complete with an animated mockup.

Nintendo Denies Switch 2 Showcase Rumors for American Hardware Brand Genki

This contradicts Nintendo's official stance, which has only confirmed backwards compatibility for the Switch 2 while promising further announcements soon. The discrepancy between Genki's claims and Nintendo's silence has intensified speculation surrounding the upcoming console's official reveal. Nintendo's swift denial suggests a potential imminent official announcement to address the ongoing speculation.

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