It appears that some individuals have managed to obtain the Nintendo Switch 2 console ahead of its official release, despite Nintendo's efforts to prevent early leaks. However, these early units are currently unusable without a crucial day-one patch, and a brief eight-second YouTube video showcasing the console was swiftly taken down due to a copyright claim.
The video, originally posted by user Ali Almarzooqi and viewed by IGN before its removal, depicted the unboxing of what appeared to be a legitimate Nintendo Switch 2 console, still wrapped in plastic inside its packaging. The rapid copyright strike by anti-piracy firm Web Capio lends credibility to the notion that the console might be genuine. Yet, according to the poster, the console's functionality cannot be confirmed until June 5, as it requires a launch day update to operate.
"Nintendo locked the switch 2 it needs update to function so I am waiting for June 5th to unlock it" https://t.co/vNT0AHHX3F pic.twitter.com/gNwJL8JhPT
— Wario64 (@Wario64) May 27, 2025
Wario64, a popular deals poster, later reported that a second individual had contacted him, sharing photos of another Nintendo Switch 2 in their possession. This person also encountered a message prompting them to update the system when attempting to play a Switch 1 game.
While the possibility of these being elaborate fakes cannot be dismissed, the truth may soon come to light if either owner conducts a full unboxing or displays the system message requiring an update. Until then, such videos may represent the only glimpses we get of Nintendo's new console before its official launch.
As we await June 5, our understanding of the Nintendo Switch 2 experience will continue to develop based on official information from Nintendo. We've already had the chance to experience Mario Kart World on the new system, and recent updates have provided details on free performance enhancements for Switch 1 games, variable refresh rate support, and the GameChat feature, which requires phone number verification. Despite pre-orders selling out quickly last month, Doug Bowser, President of Nintendo of America, has assured that the company will have sufficient stock to meet demand through the holiday season.
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