Early Nintendo Switch 2 Video Leaked and Removed

It appears that some individuals have managed to get their hands on a Nintendo Switch 2 console before its official release, despite Nintendo's efforts to keep it under wraps. However, these early adopters are facing a couple of hurdles. Not only is the console unusable without a day-one patch, but the brief glimpse provided by a now-copyright-struck YouTube video has left fans wanting more.

The eight-second video, originally posted by user Ali Almarzooqi and viewed by IGN, showed what appeared to be a genuine unboxing of a Nintendo Switch 2. The video, which has since been removed due to a copyright claim by anti-piracy firm Web Capio, simply displayed the hardware encased in plastic within its box. The swift copyright action suggests the console might be the real deal, although the poster, Ali Almarzooqi, mentioned that they wouldn't be able to verify the console's functionality until June 5, as it requires a launch day update:

"Nintendo locked the switch 2 it needs update to function so I am waiting for June 5th to unlock it" - Ali Almarzooqi

Adding to the intrigue, popular deals poster Wario64 reported that another person had contacted them with photos of a Nintendo Switch 2. This second individual also encountered a message when attempting to play a Switch 1 game: "Please connect to the internet and update your system."

While these could be elaborate fakes, confirmation might soon come if either owner conducts a full unboxing or displays the system message prompting an update. Until then, these videos may remain our only premature glimpse into Nintendo's next big thing.

In the meantime, we're left to gather information from Nintendo's official channels. So far, we've had the chance to experience Mario Kart World on the system, and recent updates have included details about free performance upgrades for Switch 1 games, variable refresh rate support, and more about GameChat, which will require phone number verification. Despite pre-orders selling out quickly last month, Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser has assured that there will be enough units to meet demand through the holiday season.