New leaked pictures appear to show off the Nintendo Switch 2 along with its dock, but some people are still skeptical.

While Nintendo Switch 2 did not end up launching in 2024, rumors surrounding Nintendo's Switch successor dominated gaming discourse this year. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Try a single issue or save on a subscription Issues delivered straight to your door or device Nintendo Switch 2 rumors have been surfacing all year long, but in recent weeks the online speculation has gone into overdrive.

NextHandheld, who opened their account in December 2024 and has kept it dormant until recently, also posted a picture of a supposed Switch 2 dock while taking a jab at the accusations of AI-generated shenanigans. Here again, some are claiming it is fake, while others believe just the background is altered to protect the actual source.

Nintendo Switch 2 speculation reaches new heights with a countdown set for January 8 and leaked dock images circulating online. Fans are eager but cautious as the buzz around the anticipated reveal grows.

Over the holidays, a leaker claims that they have the first look photograph for the successor to the Nintendo Switch hybrid console.