Nintendo PR Exiles Rage Over Switch Leaks

Former Nintendo of America employees shed light on the impact of recent Switch 2 leaks. The leaks, encompassing purported release dates, game titles, device mockups, and even motherboard/Joy-Con images, have reportedly caused significant internal disruption.

Former PR managers Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang, in a YouTube video, detailed the likely internal fallout. Yang described intense internal frustration, characterizing the situation as a "high-stress situation" and a "pressure cooker." Ellis confirmed that Nintendo's internal investigations are underway, stating, "They will eventually get to the bottom of it."

The leaks, deemed "unofficial" by Nintendo, have compromised the element of surprise surrounding the console's official reveal. Ellis and Yang dismissed speculation of internal sabotage, emphasizing Nintendo's commitment to surprise and the extensive training staff receive on this matter.

The extensive leaks are prompting a likely reevaluation of Nintendo's product security protocols, given the eight-year gap since the original Switch launch. This significant timeframe may necessitate adjustments to their hardware reveal processes.

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While all information remains unofficial until Nintendo's formal announcement (expected in Q1 2024), backward compatibility with original Switch games and Nintendo Switch Online integration have been confirmed. A launch within the current fiscal year is unlikely, pointing to an April 2025 release at the earliest.