Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Leak: A Closer Look

New images surfacing online strongly suggest a reveal of the Nintendo Switch successor's Joy-Con controllers is imminent. While the Switch still boasts a 2025 game release lineup, its lifespan may be nearing its end. Nintendo's confirmed announcement before the close of its 2024 fiscal year fuels speculation around the Switch 2. With a rumored March 2025 launch, leaks regarding its specs and features are rampant.

Numerous hardware rumors, fueled by third-party developers and insiders, circulate, including purportedly accurate photos of the console itself. Details about the Joy-Con's continued use, including their color schemes, have also emerged. Recently leaked images seemingly confirm the Switch 2 Joy-Con's design.

Posted on the r/NintendoSwitch2 subreddit by user SwordfishAgile3472, the images, sourced from a Chinese social media platform, provide the clearest view yet of the Joy-Cons, showcasing the back and side of the left controller. These images, subsequently shared widely, confirm the rumored magnetic connection—a key departure from the original Switch's rail system.

Understanding the Switch 2 Joy-Con Leak

The leaked images reveal a predominantly black Joy-Con with blue accents, reminiscent of the original Switch's color scheme, though primarily darker. A clearer view of the button layout is also offered, displaying noticeably larger "SL" and "SR" buttons, and a third, unconfirmed button on the back. This additional button is speculated to be a magnet release mechanism for detaching the Joy-Cons.

The leaked Joy-Con images align with other recent leaks showcasing the console and various Switch 2 mockups. However, official confirmation remains pending Nintendo's announcement.