Nintendo Switch 2 Fans Think They've Figured Out the New Physical Game Case Size

Speculation about the Nintendo Switch 2 has shifted from the console itself to the size of its game cases, following a potential leak from a French retailer.

Nintendo Life reported that journalist Felipe Lima discovered a listing for a Take-Two Interactive game for the Switch 2 on Fnac, a French retailer, which included the game case dimensions. These dimensions, if accurate, indicate the Switch 2 game boxes will be slightly larger than those of the original Switch.

A Reddit user, HertzBurst, created a visual comparison showcasing the purported size difference between the two game boxes. The leaked dimensions are approximately 5.1 inches (13 centimeters) by 7.7 inches (19.5 centimeters).

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While larger than the original Switch cases, the Switch 2 cases would still be considerably smaller than those used for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 games. Although unconfirmed, it's plausible that retailers would receive these dimensional specifications early to prepare for stock and display arrangements.

A release window for the Nintendo Switch 2 remains unannounced by Nintendo, but speculation points towards a launch between June and September. This is based on reported hands-on events extending into June and a statement from Nacon, the publisher of Greedfall 2, suggesting a release before September.

The Nintendo Switch 2 was initially unveiled in January with a short trailer highlighting backward compatibility and the addition of a second USB-C port. Many details, including the full game lineup and the function of a new Joy-Con button, remain undisclosed, although theories surrounding a potential Joy-Con mouse feature have emerged.