September 11th 2024.
Many fans are eagerly anticipating the reveal of the next console from Nintendo, nicknamed the Switch 2. Despite the unlikelihood of a September reveal, rumors continue to circulate, with some suggesting that it could happen within the next week.
However, it's important to remember that Nintendo doesn't always follow the same logic as other companies. Releasing a new console, especially before Christmas, doesn't seem to make sense when they already have a strong lineup of games for the autumn season. They wouldn't want to discourage people from buying their current console.
Despite this, there have been numerous rumors in the past few weeks about a potential reveal this month. While these rumors are not confirmed, the sheer number of leaks and hints is surprising. It's especially noteworthy because if someone was just making up these rumors, they would be more likely to choose a later month like October.
One of the latest rumors comes from Paul Gale, who claims that a "trailer-like commercial" was recently filmed for a "next generation console." He suggests that this could mean we are only six weeks away from a Switch 2 reveal. This is similar to how the current Switch was announced in October 2016, with a live action trailer showcasing its unique features.
Fellow leaker Nate The Hate has also commented on this rumor, stating that he had heard similar information a month ago but couldn't verify it. It's unclear what exactly the rumored "trailer-like commercial" would entail, but it has sparked excitement among fans.
Adding to the speculation, a Spanish podcast claims that Nintendo has informed its partners to prepare for a major promotion that is likely for the Switch 2. One of the hosts of the podcast is confident that the reveal will happen within the next few weeks, and another is also quite sure. They also mention that the new console will be fully backwards compatible with the Switch, as hinted at by Nintendo themselves.
One of the main reasons for revealing the new console this early would be to showcase its ability to play current Switch games. This is a highly anticipated feature for many fans, as it would make the transition to the new console much smoother. However, it's worth noting that there is currently no concrete evidence for these rumors.
It's possible that these rumors are simply a result of confusion surrounding new Christmas hardware bundles for the current Switch. One bundle for the Switch OLED model has already been leaked, and there is talk of up to five more bundles for this year. This is a common practice for consoles in their final years, and it would make sense for Nintendo to continue this trend.
There is speculation that these bundles will be announced this week, as each Nintendo Direct this year has included a statement that they will not be discussing new hardware. If this statement is not included in the next Nintendo Direct, it could be a sign that the rumors are true after all.
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