"Nintendo Switch 2 Leaked Video Removed Early"

It seems that some individuals have managed to get their hands on the Nintendo Switch 2 console ahead of its official release, despite Nintendo's efforts to keep it under wraps. However, enthusiasts eager for a sneak peek were met with disappointment. Not only is the console unusable without a day-one patch, but the brief glimpse provided by an eight-second YouTube video was swiftly taken down due to a copyright strike.

The video, originally posted by user Ali Almarzooqi and viewed by IGN, showed what appeared to be a genuine Nintendo Switch 2 box being opened, revealing the console encased in plastic. The rapid copyright claim by the anti-piracy firm Web Capio lends credence to the video's authenticity. However, according to the poster, the console's legitimacy cannot be confirmed until June 5, as it reportedly requires a launch day update to function:

"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

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

While there's a possibility these could be elaborate fakes, the truth may soon come to light if either owner performs a full unboxing or displays the system message requiring an update. Until then, these fleeting glimpses might be the only early looks we get at Nintendo's new console.

Until June 5, we'll have to rely on the steady stream of information from Nintendo itself to piece together the full Nintendo Switch 2 experience. So far, we've had the opportunity to play Mario Kart World on the system, and recent updates have provided details on free performance upgrades for Switch 1 games, variable refresh rate support requirements, and more about GameChat, which will necessitate phone number verification. Despite pre-orders selling out quickly last month, Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser has assured that there will be enough systems to meet demand through the holiday season.