Genki CEO Reveals More Details About Nintendo Switch 2

Genki at CES: A Closer Look at the Nintendo Switch 2 Mockup

Genki, known for its gaming accessories, unveiled a 3D-printed Nintendo Switch 2 mockup at CES 2025, revealing intriguing details about Nintendo's next-gen console. The mockup, reportedly based on a black market unit, accurately reflects the Switch 2's dimensions, showcasing a larger form factor closer to the Steam Deck.

Key features highlighted include seemingly magnetic Joy-Con controllers, a second USB-C port, and a mysterious "C" button. Genki CEO Eddie Tsai confirmed the magnetic Joy-Con design in an interview with The Verge, explaining a release mechanism using pins within the SL and SR buttons. Despite the magnetic connection, Tsai assures users the Joy-Con remain secure during gameplay.

Further details from Genki shed light on additional features. The Joy-Con's mounting channels incorporate optical sensors, suggesting potential functionality as mouse-like input devices via a yet-to-be-released accessory. Leaked images appear to corroborate the presence of these sensors.

Interestingly, while the Switch 2's larger size could theoretically fit within the current Switch dock, design differences render it incompatible. The purpose of the additional USB-C port and the "C" button remains unknown.

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