Will Nintendo confirm all the Switch 2 leaks soon?
The rumors about the Nintendo Switch 2 are heating up, and the latest one? It’s all about the screen. If this leak is true, the next Switch might be way more powerful than we expected. A well-known leaker, Secretboy, recently shared some tempting details on the Famiboards forums. And the fact that this person has been right before. According to them, the Nintendo Switch 2 will have a 120Hz LCD display with HDR and VRR support.
A 120Hz refresh rate means games could run much smoother than they do on the current Switch, which is at 60Hz. More frames per second make everything feel more fluid, especially in fast-paced games like shooters and racing titles. HDR will be able to improve contrast and colors, making bright areas brighter, dark areas darker, and everything in between look richer. VRR is another big deal as it helps to reduce screen tearing, making animations look more natural, especially in handheld mode.
However, one detail that may disappoint some fans is that the Switch 2’s screen is LCD, not OLED. The Switch OLED model already looks amazing, so some fans were hoping Nintendo would stick with that technology. But there’s a reason why that didn’t happen. Adding all these high-end features to an OLED screen would have made the console way more expensive. By choosing LCD, Nintendo can keep costs lower while still being able to provide a serious upgrade in performance.
And according to this leak, it’s not just about saving money. By locking in 120Hz and VRR early, Nintendo is giving developers the chance to boost their games for these features from day one, which means smoother gameplay and better visuals. This would put the Switch 2 ahead of other handheld devices in some ways. The Steam Deck OLED is capped at 90Hz, and the current Switch is stuck at 60Hz. If Nintendo really manages to pull off 120Hz with VRR on a handheld, that’s a big leap forward. Action games, racing games, and anything fast-paced will simply feel better to play.
However, of course, we still have to remember this is still just a leak. Nintendo hasn’t confirmed anything yet. But given this leaker’s track record, there’s a good chance this could be legit. The Nintendo Switch 2 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting console launches in years. While everyone’s been talking about the rumored 120Hz display, there’s a lot more going on behind the scenes. From a possible release window to a stacked lineup of games.
Right now, the strongest rumor is that the Nintendo Switch 2 will launch around June 2025, with the price of Switch 2 being somewhere between $400 and $499. That’s still a while away, but Nintendo is making sure they have plenty of stock to avoid a repeat of the original Switch’s launch chaos. But the question is how? Here’s the plan: Sell around 6 to 8 million units will be ready at launch. Given how fast the original Switch was sold out.
But let’s get to the real excitement, which is the games. If the leaks are true, the Switch 2’s launch lineup might be one of the best we’ve ever seen. The brand new 3D Mario is reportedly in the works, and it is possibly a follow-up to Super Mario Odyssey. Mario Kart 9 could finally be happening, and then there is Metroid Prime 4, a game that has been in development for years and might finally be seen. There’s also talk of a new Pokémon Legends game.
Then things get even crazier when you look at third-party games. Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, Tekken 8, and even Elden Ring are rumored to be coming to the Switch 2. But what’s the real shocker? Xbox games could be making their way to a Nintendo system. Like Call of Duty, Diablo 4, Fallout 4, and even Starfield might be available on the Switch 2. If this actually happens, it would be huge to see Xbox games on a Nintendo console.
Although nothing has been confirmed yet, even if half of these rumors turn out to be true, the Switch 2 could be one of the biggest console launches in years. It would be a more powerful handheld with next-gen features, a strong lineup of games, and major third-party support.
A new wave of excitement is rolling in as leaked specs for a next-generation handheld device reveal impressive numbers. In handheld mode, the device is reported to run on a CPU clocked at about 998 megahertz and a GPU running at 561 megahertz. This setup pushes the performance to roughly 1.72 teraflops, with a memory bandwidth of around 68 gigabytes per second. When docked, things get even better: the CPU speeds up to roughly 1,100 megahertz while the GPU jumps to 1,007 megahertz, offering an estimated 3.09 teraflops of power, and the memory bandwidth reportedly increases further.
But, as always, numbers only show part of the story. While these specs look promising, factors like software optimization, thermal limits, and battery life will ultimately shape the user experience. Still, many see this as a major win, potentially a true next-gen handheld that could change the game. Adding fuel to the fire, Split Fiction has received overwhelmingly positive reviews and boosted sales, having already sold over 2 million copies.
With such a success, Joseph Fares is already planning the studio’s next project. In a recent interview, he shared that development for their upcoming game started just a month ago. Even though it’s early days, Fares said, “We’re not sitting here wondering how to top split fiction,” hinting that the new game will be something exceptional. His confident tone speaks to the trust and reputation Hazelight has built with its fans.
Joseph Fares also shed some light on Hazelight’s relationship with publisher EA. Instead of pitching ideas and waiting for approval, Hazelight takes a direct approach: They simply show EA what they’re working on. According to Joseph Fares, EA respects their creative freedom, which is a rare and welcome arrangement in the gaming world.
Looking ahead, while co-op gameplay remains an important part of Hazelight’s identity, Joseph Fares isn’t ruling out a shift towards a single-player experience in the future, just with that perfect Hazelight twist that fans love. With top-of-the-line hardware leaks and a studio that’s already preparing for its next big show, the future of handheld gaming and innovative storytelling looks groundbreaking.
