Nintendo Switch hardware discussions have reignited following the discovery of a new device reference on the official Nintendo Account portal.
Despite the recent buzz surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2’s reveal and expected global launch, attention is now shifting towards what could be an unannounced iteration of Nintendo’s successful hardware platform. This development stems from sharp-eyed fans and industry trackers who noticed a mysterious model designation labeled 'OSM' appearing on the Nintendo Account portal site.
The platform, which typically provides management tools and information for Nintendo system users worldwide, listed OSM alongside established Nintendo Switch models within its web interface.
User dootsky.re surfaced this finding on the social platform Bluesky, highlighting the presence of product images and scripts in the platform’s website code that specifically recognize 'OSM' as an entry. According to verified reports, when users manipulate the Nintendo Account portal to query for the OSM model code, the system displays an image referencing the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
This is notably distinct from known codes assigned to existing consoles.
For contrast, the BEE product code is currently in use for the Nintendo Switch 2 development kits, and invalid product codes are met with a standard site error message, underscoring the OSM code’s legitimacy in the database. While Nintendo has not released any official statements regarding new hardware variants beyond the core Nintendo Switch 2 system, the revelation that 'OSM' functions as a recognized model code within the company’s infrastructure is significant.
Historically, Nintendo has employed codenames for hardware development—prior leaks identified "Ounce" as a working codename for the Switch 2.
Some community theories suggest that OSM might represent a secondary model, possibly "Ounce Small Model," potentially alluding to a compact or streamlined variant akin to the Nintendo Switch Lite, though no details have been officially announced or corroborated by Nintendo. The timing of this find is notable for followers of Nintendo’s hardware strategy.
With the Nintendo Switch line achieving over 130 million units sold since its 2017 launch and the company continuing to expand its console family, new product models remain a key part of its business approach.
The original Switch was supported by follow-up models like the Switch Lite and the Switch OLED, both of which broadened the platform's appeal. For now, the only confirmed details are the existence of the OSM product code and its link to the Nintendo Switch 2 reference image on the official Nintendo Account site.
As with all Nintendo platform developments, any officially sanctioned information on future hardware will likely be disclosed via an upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation or press release.
Industry watchers and fans alike continue to monitor Nintendo’s communications for further updates. Stay tuned for the latest news on Nintendo Switch 2 and all future hardware developments as we verify and report official announcements.
Despite the recent buzz surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2’s reveal and expected global launch, attention is now shifting towards what could be an unannounced iteration of Nintendo’s successful hardware platform. This development stems from sharp-eyed fans and industry trackers who noticed a mysterious model designation labeled 'OSM' appearing on the Nintendo Account portal site.
The platform, which typically provides management tools and information for Nintendo system users worldwide, listed OSM alongside established Nintendo Switch models within its web interface.
User dootsky.re surfaced this finding on the social platform Bluesky, highlighting the presence of product images and scripts in the platform’s website code that specifically recognize 'OSM' as an entry. According to verified reports, when users manipulate the Nintendo Account portal to query for the OSM model code, the system displays an image referencing the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
This is notably distinct from known codes assigned to existing consoles.
For contrast, the BEE product code is currently in use for the Nintendo Switch 2 development kits, and invalid product codes are met with a standard site error message, underscoring the OSM code’s legitimacy in the database. While Nintendo has not released any official statements regarding new hardware variants beyond the core Nintendo Switch 2 system, the revelation that 'OSM' functions as a recognized model code within the company’s infrastructure is significant.
Historically, Nintendo has employed codenames for hardware development—prior leaks identified "Ounce" as a working codename for the Switch 2.
Some community theories suggest that OSM might represent a secondary model, possibly "Ounce Small Model," potentially alluding to a compact or streamlined variant akin to the Nintendo Switch Lite, though no details have been officially announced or corroborated by Nintendo. The timing of this find is notable for followers of Nintendo’s hardware strategy.
With the Nintendo Switch line achieving over 130 million units sold since its 2017 launch and the company continuing to expand its console family, new product models remain a key part of its business approach.
The original Switch was supported by follow-up models like the Switch Lite and the Switch OLED, both of which broadened the platform's appeal. For now, the only confirmed details are the existence of the OSM product code and its link to the Nintendo Switch 2 reference image on the official Nintendo Account site.
As with all Nintendo platform developments, any officially sanctioned information on future hardware will likely be disclosed via an upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation or press release.
Industry watchers and fans alike continue to monitor Nintendo’s communications for further updates. Stay tuned for the latest news on Nintendo Switch 2 and all future hardware developments as we verify and report official announcements.
