Ex-Nintendo PR Managers Furious Over Switch 2 Leaks

Recent leaks about the Nintendo Switch 2 have stirred significant unrest within Nintendo of America, according to former staff members Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang. These leaks, which include alleged reveal dates, upcoming games, and mockups of the device, have not only fueled fan speculation but also caused internal disruption. Yang, with over a decade of experience at Nintendo, emphasized the company's severe reaction to these leaks, describing the situation as a "high stress" and "highly chaotic" environment for employees. The leaks, described by Nintendo as "unofficial," have affected the company's ability to surprise its fans and maintain focus on the console's launch.

In a detailed discussion on their YouTube channel, Ellis and Yang, both former PR managers, highlighted the disruptive impact on Nintendo's staff. Yang noted the intense pressure and distraction caused by leak investigations, while Ellis assured that Nintendo's dedicated team would eventually uncover the source of the leaks. They firmly dismissed any speculation that Nintendo might be orchestrating these leaks, emphasizing the company's emphasis on the "value of surprise."

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The leaks have led to concerns about Nintendo's ability to surprise its audience with the official announcement, as mentioned by Yang and Ellis. They also suggested that Nintendo might need to reassess its product security measures, given the significant time since the last major hardware launch in 2017.

Nintendo has yet to officially reveal details about the Switch 2, but they have confirmed that the new console will be backward-compatible with original Switch games and will include Nintendo Switch Online. The console is not expected to launch within Nintendo's current financial year, pointing to a release no earlier than April 2025.