Nintendo Switch 2: New Game Case Size Revealed?

The buzz surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2 has shifted from the console itself to the size of its game cases, thanks to a potential leak from a French retailer.

As spotted by journalist Felipe Lima and reported by Nintendo Life, a listing for a Take-Two Interactive game on French retailer Fnac's website revealed the purported dimensions of the Switch 2 game case. These dimensions suggest a slightly larger case than the current Nintendo Switch.

A Reddit user, HertzBurst, created a visual comparison showcasing the difference between the two box sizes. According to the Fnac listing, the Switch 2 game box measures approximately 5.1 inches (13 cm) by 7.7 inches (19.5 cm).

Switch 2 Box-Art size comparison via leaked proportions from @necrolipe on twitter
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While larger than the current Switch cases, the Switch 2's cases remain significantly smaller than those used for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 games. Although unconfirmed, it's plausible that retailers received these dimensions early to prepare for stock and display arrangements.

A release window for the Nintendo Switch 2 remains unannounced by Nintendo. However, speculation points towards a launch between June and September. This is fueled by hands-on events scheduled until June and a statement from Greedfall 2 publisher Nacon suggesting a pre-September release.

The Nintendo Switch 2 was initially unveiled in January with a short trailer highlighting backward compatibility and a second USB-C port. Many details, including the game lineup and the function of a new Joy-Con button, remain undisclosed, although speculation about a potential mouse function for the new button continues.