Exclusive Sneak Peek: Nintendo Switch 2 Console Leaked with Mind-Blowing New Feature!

A leaked image of the next Nintendo console suggests that future controllers may feature scroll wheels adjacent to the trigger buttons. Nintendo has been tight-lipped about the anticipated successor to the Switch (dubbed "Switch 2" by fans), but leaks have historically been difficult for them to control.

After the lackluster performance of the Wii U over four years, Nintendo experienced a remarkable resurgence in popularity with the release of the Nintendo Switch. It quickly became the company's best-selling home console and the third best-selling gaming platform, trailing only the PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DS. With the Switch now seven years old and some games struggling on the aging hardware, it is inevitable that a successor will be introduced. However, official details about this new console remain scarce, leaving fans to rely mainly on leaks and rumors for a glimpse into what may be in store over the next few years.

The latest rumor regarding the Switch 2 has emerged from an unexpected and unconventional source. An anonymous TSA agent, who shared their findings covertly, stumbled upon an unconventional electronic gadget concealed inside a pelican case. This peculiar device set off the metal detector, prompting the carrier of the bag to request a discreet inspection. To their astonishment, the device was unusually large and bore a resemblance to a Wi-Fi modem. Accompanying it was a partially completed standard game controller. While this controller still boasted many expected features and buttons, the most intriguing addition was the presence of scrolling wheels, reminiscent of those found on a computer mouse.

The person considered the incident notable due to the man traveling with the case having business cards from Nintendo's R&D department. The leaker did not discuss the wheels, but they did mention that the console's size was similar to the Xbox One's, suggesting a possible departure from Nintendo's hybrid console business. This contrasts with the prevailing Switch 2 rumors, which indicate it will be an improved version of the current console. Many commenters shared this view, assuming the hardware to be a developer kit rather than an actual console.

Nintendo is renowned for introducing innovative concepts in video game hardware, such as shoulder buttons, analog sticks, motion controls, glasses-free 3D, dual-screens, and portability. While not all attempts have been successful, Nintendo's ambition is undeniable. If this rumor is true, it will be interesting to see how the scrolling wheels impact gameplay in the future.

Source: Arch.b4k