Nintendo Switch 2 Fans Think They've Figured Out the New Physical Game Case Size

Nintendo Switch 2 fans are buzzing, but not about the console itself—the focus has shifted to the size of its game cases. A French retailer, Fnac, seemingly leaked the dimensions, sparking a flurry of online speculation. Nintendo Life journalist Felipe Lima first spotted the listing for a Take-Two Interactive game, revealing dimensions that suggest slightly larger cases than those used for the original Switch.

Reddit user HertzBurst created a helpful visual comparison, showcasing the purported size difference. According to the Fnac listing, the Switch 2 game boxes will measure approximately 5.1 inches (13 cm) by 7.7 inches (19.5 cm). This is larger than the current Switch cases, but still significantly smaller than those used for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 games.

While not officially confirmed by Nintendo, it's plausible that retailers would receive these dimensions early to prepare for stocking and display. The timing also aligns with release speculation. Although Nintendo hasn't announced a release window, some predict a launch between June and September. This is partly fueled by hands-on events scheduled through June and a statement from Nacon (publisher of Greedfall 2) suggesting a pre-September release.

The Nintendo Switch 2 was initially unveiled in January with a short trailer highlighting backwards compatibility and a second USB-C port. Many details remain shrouded in mystery, including the full game lineup and the function of a new Joy-Con button (though the "Joy-Con mouse" theory has gained some traction).