Nintendo Files Official Nintendo Switch 2 Trademarks in Indonesia, Signaling Potential Launch
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Published on: May 01, 2025
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Nintendo, the legendary Japanese gaming company, has taken concrete steps toward expanding its reach in Southeast Asia by officially filing two trademarks for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console in Indonesia.
This move comes just days after the first official teaser for the Nintendo Switch 2, further fueling interest and discussion among industry watchers and Indonesian gamers alike.
According to official trademark records, Nintendo Co, Ltd submitted applications for two separate Nintendo Switch 2 trademarks in Indonesia in January 2025.
These filings were made directly by Nintendo's Japanese headquarters, distinguishing them from previous trademark activity related to the original Switch console.
In 2019, for example, the Nintendo Switch trademark was filed by a third-party agent acting on Nintendo's behalf.
However, the latest Switch 2 applications use official Nintendo branding and feature image-based trademarks—whereas the original application consisted solely of the console’s name in English text.
The news has sparked considerable excitement within Indonesia’s gaming community as well as among international observers.
Historically, the Nintendo Switch did not receive an official launch in Indonesia.
Despite this, the popular hybrid console has been widely available for years through regional distributors and parallel importers from other Southeast Asian markets.
The direct action by Nintendo Co, Ltd to file Switch 2 trademarks in Indonesia, especially so soon after the global teaser, is seen by many as a sign that the company is actively preparing a more formal presence in the country.
Nintendo has not yet commented publicly or announced any specific plans to release the Nintendo Switch 2 in Indonesia.
As of now, both consoles—Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2—still lack official sales channels in the Indonesian market.
Nevertheless, trademark filings are often a crucial early step in the process of launching new gaming hardware internationally, as they secure legal grounds for branding and marketing efforts.
These developments are significant for Indonesia’s rapidly growing gaming sector.
As one of the largest gaming markets in Southeast Asia, the country presents substantial opportunities for Nintendo’s hardware and first-party software titles, purchased either via the eShop or through retail distribution.
The move aligns with Nintendo’s global strategy to strengthen its brand presence and expand the footprint of its flagship consoles.
Gamers and industry professionals will be watching closely for further updates.
For now, Indonesian fans can look forward to the possibility of official Nintendo Switch 2 support in their country, pending future announcements from Nintendo.
