Nintendo Website Hints at New Switch 2 Model
▼ Summary
– New speculation has emerged about a potential new Nintendo device, codenamed “OSM,” found on the Nintendo Account portal site.
– The speculation suggests “OSM” could stand for “Ounce Small Model,” referencing the Switch 2’s “Ounce” codename and hinting at a smaller variant.
– Entering the OSM code on the portal displays a Nintendo Switch 2 image, and the website script lists it as a valid product code.
– This discovery is distinct from the current Switch 2 development kit, which uses a different product code (BEE).
– The rumor is unconfirmed and based on fan observation, reigniting hardware speculation shortly after the Switch 2’s launch.
Speculation around a new Nintendo Switch 2 model has reignited, not long after the console’s initial release, following a curious discovery on the official Nintendo Account website. Fans examining the portal’s code found references to an unannounced device identified by the product code “OSM.” This finding has sparked widespread discussion about a potential new hardware variant, possibly a more compact or streamlined version of the recently launched system.
The intrigue stems from the website’s behavior when this specific code is entered. Unlike inputting random, non-existent codes that trigger an error, using “OSM” prompts the site to display a placeholder image of the standard Nintendo Switch 2. This detail suggests the code is recognized within the system as a legitimate product. Notably, this code is distinct from the one used for the Switch 2 development kit, which is reportedly “BEE,” indicating “OSM” likely refers to a different consumer-facing device.
Community speculation is now focused on what “OSM” could represent. A leading theory connects it to the Switch 2’s internal codename, which was rumored to be “Ounce.” Some enthusiasts propose that “OSM” might stand for “Ounce Small Model,” hinting at the possibility of a Nintendo Switch 2 Lite. This would follow Nintendo’s historical pattern of releasing revised, often smaller or more affordable, versions of its successful consoles, such as the Nintendo Switch Lite that followed the original hybrid model.
While this discovery is compelling, it remains an unconfirmed clue. Such placeholder codes can appear in backend systems for various planning or testing reasons and do not guarantee an imminent product announcement. However, the evidence has successfully fueled anticipation and debate within the gaming community, with many now closely watching for any official hints from Nintendo regarding a potential new addition to the Switch 2 family lineup.
(Source: Nintendo Everything)
