A prominent video game leaker has reignited discussion about Zelda-themed hardware for Nintendo’s next system.
Shpeshal Nick, known for sharing early information on upcoming Nintendo products, recently posted a claim that runs counter to earlier reports suggesting only a The Legend of Zelda-themed Pro Controller for the rumored Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo has not issued an official confirmation about a Nintendo Switch 2 or a Zelda-branded console at this time.
Background and context
Nintendo launched the original Nintendo Switch on March 3, 2017, and later expanded the family with the Nintendo Switch Lite (released September 20, 2019) and the Nintendo Switch OLED model (released October 8, 2021).
The Legend of Zelda franchise is one of Nintendo’s longest-running and most successful series, beginning in 1986 and developed primarily by Nintendo’s internal teams, including Nintendo EPD.
Key recent Zelda entries on the Switch include The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, which released alongside the Switch on March 3, 2017, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, released May 12, 2023.
What the leaker said (rewritten)
Shpeshal Nick told followers that, contrary to prior suggestions, Nintendo is reportedly working on a full Zelda-themed Switch 2 console rather than releasing only a themed Pro Controller.
He indicated that earlier reports limiting the scope to a controller were inaccurate and that fans should wait for an official announcement from Nintendo.
Verified facts and what to watch for
- Nintendo has not publicly confirmed a successor to the Switch branded as "Nintendo Switch 2."
- Nintendo traditionally announces hardware and themed accessories through official channels such as Nintendo Direct presentations and eShop listings.
- The Legend of Zelda remains a flagship IP for Nintendo, with several high-profile titles launched on Switch hardware.
Why this matters
A Zelda-branded console would be a notable marketing move given the franchise’s importance to Nintendo and its history of themed hardware.
Until Nintendo issues official information, reports from leakers should be treated as unverified.
Fans and industry observers will likely monitor Nintendo Direct broadcasts, official Nintendo filings, and eShop listings for any confirmation or product pages.
For now, the only confirmed facts are Nintendo’s existing Switch hardware lineup and the franchise’s continued role in Nintendo’s catalog.
Any further developments will depend on official statements from Nintendo.
Shpeshal Nick, known for sharing early information on upcoming Nintendo products, recently posted a claim that runs counter to earlier reports suggesting only a The Legend of Zelda-themed Pro Controller for the rumored Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo has not issued an official confirmation about a Nintendo Switch 2 or a Zelda-branded console at this time.
Background and context
Nintendo launched the original Nintendo Switch on March 3, 2017, and later expanded the family with the Nintendo Switch Lite (released September 20, 2019) and the Nintendo Switch OLED model (released October 8, 2021).
The Legend of Zelda franchise is one of Nintendo’s longest-running and most successful series, beginning in 1986 and developed primarily by Nintendo’s internal teams, including Nintendo EPD.
Key recent Zelda entries on the Switch include The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, which released alongside the Switch on March 3, 2017, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, released May 12, 2023.
What the leaker said (rewritten)
Shpeshal Nick told followers that, contrary to prior suggestions, Nintendo is reportedly working on a full Zelda-themed Switch 2 console rather than releasing only a themed Pro Controller.
He indicated that earlier reports limiting the scope to a controller were inaccurate and that fans should wait for an official announcement from Nintendo.
Verified facts and what to watch for
- Nintendo has not publicly confirmed a successor to the Switch branded as "Nintendo Switch 2."
- Nintendo traditionally announces hardware and themed accessories through official channels such as Nintendo Direct presentations and eShop listings.
- The Legend of Zelda remains a flagship IP for Nintendo, with several high-profile titles launched on Switch hardware.
Why this matters
A Zelda-branded console would be a notable marketing move given the franchise’s importance to Nintendo and its history of themed hardware.
Until Nintendo issues official information, reports from leakers should be treated as unverified.
Fans and industry observers will likely monitor Nintendo Direct broadcasts, official Nintendo filings, and eShop listings for any confirmation or product pages.
For now, the only confirmed facts are Nintendo’s existing Switch hardware lineup and the franchise’s continued role in Nintendo’s catalog.
Any further developments will depend on official statements from Nintendo.
