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 excitement now centers around something seemingly minor: the size of its game cases. A French retailer, Fnac, seemingly leaked the dimensions, sparking a flurry of discussion.

According to Nintendo Life, journalist Felipe Lima discovered a Take-Two Interactive game listing on Fnac revealing the dimensions. If accurate, Nintendo Switch 2 game boxes will be slightly larger than those for the original Switch. A Reddit post by HertzBurst visually compares the two, showcasing the difference. The leaked dimensions are reportedly 5.1 inches (13 cm) by 7.7 inches (19.5 cm).

Switch 2 Box-Art size comparison via leaked proportions from @necrolipe on twitter
by u/HertzBurst in NintendoSwitch2

This increase is modest, keeping the cases smaller than those used for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 games. While unofficial, the early release of these dimensions to retailers makes sense for logistical purposes like preparing store displays.

A release date remains unconfirmed by Nintendo, but speculation points to a launch between June and September. This is fueled by hands-on events scheduled until June and Nacon's statement that Greedfall 2 will release before September on the new console.

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