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A translation from a Chinese gaming forum provides insight into possible details about the Nintendo Switch 2 - but how credible are these leaks?
The rumor mill surrounding theSwitch 2 is seething. Recently released information from a Chinese forum provides exciting but unconfirmed looks at possible features, games and-Details of the next generation of consoles. A translation and summary of these leaks sparks debate - but how much of it could be true?
New details about the intendo Switch 2 or just daydreaming?
A post on the gaming forum Famiboards has a translation and summary of several alleged leakspublished. These originally come from a Chinese forum and were posted by a well-known insider. It is important to emphasize that neither the original poster nor Famiboards can confirm the validity of this information. Here are the alleged details:
- Developer kits:Large studios are said to have had the dev kits for two years, indie developers a little longer than a year. The current kits only consist of a tablet with sealed Joy-Con rails, indicating an early version.
- Joy-Con compatibility:Switch 1 Joy-Cons are used for testing, indicating backwards compatibility. Large studios may have already received new Joy-Cons.
- Hardware and performance:According to indie developers, performance is slightly below that of a PS4 Pro, although a lack of optimization affects the results. The touchscreen technology is said to be more sensitive.
- eShop:The same eShop as theis used, which suggests seamless integration.
- Games:New game rumors include:
- Mario Kart:Possible new game mechanics with a driver and an attacker.
- 2D-Mario:Inspiration from the Mario film adaptation with foreground and background co-op.
- Monolith Soft:A project reminiscent of “Super Smash Bros.”
- Custom Robo:ARMS developers may be working on a successor.
- Assassin’s Creed, Persona und Resident Evil:Hints at potential titles, with Resident Evil previously tested for the Switch 1 but never released.
The classification of the rumors:This information should be viewed with caution. Neither the source nor the platform that translated it can confirm its authenticity. Such leaks are often based on insider knowledge that may be inaccurate or outdated. In addition, rumors can be intentionally spread to raise expectations or misinterpret test results.
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Although the rumors cause speculation and offer exciting prospects for the Switch 2, it should be noted that none of it is confirmed. Fans of the console should wait for official announcements from Nintendo before taking the speculation at face value.
