Summary
- A potential leak from French retailer FNAC has revealed a list of third-party publishers set to support the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
- This discovery stems from preloaded store pages that reportedly include major names like Take-Two Interactive, Bandai Namco, Square Enix, and Electronic Arts (EA). Notably, ports of Red Dead Redemption 2 and Tekken 8 are seemingly confirmed for the console.
- Adding weight to this speculation, the European Article Numbers (EANs) for the French versions of Red Dead Redemption and the PlayStation 5 edition of Tekken 8 are almost identical to those listed on the Switch 2 store pages. This suggests a strong lineup of high-profile titles for the next-generation Nintendo console.
Leaks about the Nintendo Switch 2 are making waves online as the console’s anticipated reveal approaches. Recently, alleged images of the system’s Joy-Cons surfaced, followed by reports from a showcase at CES 2025. Details such as the console’s rumored logo and the prices of its accessories have also been circulating widely.
Adding to Nintendo’s troubles, the leaks show no signs of slowing down. The latest revelation involves a list of third-party publishers reportedly planning to support the console near its launch. According to Reddit user Future31, this list was discovered on a preloaded Nintendo Switch 2 store page by French retailer FNAC. The list features notable publishers like Bandai Namco, Square Enix, Bethesda, Take-Two, and others, heightening excitement about the console’s potential lineup.
Nintendo Switch 2 Leaks Seemingly Reveal Red Dead Redemption 2 And Tekken 8 Ports
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While the listings don’t explicitly reveal the games, some investigative work provides strong clues about their identity. Twitter user @Bouboune0 recently highlighted that the French version of Red Dead Redemption for the Nintendo Switch has an EAN (European Article Number) strikingly similar to the one associated with this new Take-Two Switch listing. This detail strongly suggests a potential connection between the two, fueling speculation among fans.
Take a closer look at the Take-Two Interactive page, and you’ll notice the EAN (European Article Number) listed as “3615993699512.” Interestingly, Bouboune0 points out that the EAN for the French Nintendo Switch version of the first Red Dead Redemption is “3615993696955,” a strikingly similar code. They also highlight that the EANs for Tekken 8 and FIFA closely resemble those associated with Bandai Namco and EA pages, respectively.
While this isn’t definitive proof that these games are headed to the rumored Nintendo Switch 2, it’s some of the most compelling evidence we’ve seen ahead of Nintendo’s official announcement. If the leaks are accurate, they offer clues about the system’s potential power. Recent rumors suggest the Switch 2 might be as powerful as a PS4 Pro. Considering that Red Dead Redemption 2 launched on the PS4, it’s not a far stretch to imagine the game making its way to Nintendo’s next console.