New Nintendo Switch 2 Might Be On the Way

Smaller Nintendo Switch 2 Leak Suggests Ounce Small Model (Switch 2 Lite?)

Persistent rumors suggest Nintendo may be developing a smaller, more affordable version of the Nintendo Switch 2 (potentially a "Switch 2 Lite"), which launched in June 2025 after years of speculation. The possibility was suggested between September 9th and 16th, 2025, when a mysterious code named "OSM" surfaced on Nintendo's official account portal. According to a post by Dootsky.re on the Gaming Leaks and Rumors subreddit, the OSM code displays an image resembling the existing Switch 2 model. The fact that other codes generate errors, while OSM displays an image, suggests it's a valid product code. Online speculation has focused on the meaning of "OSM." Reddit user andree1234 proposed that it could stand for "Ounce Small Model," potentially indicating a smaller, lighter Switch 2. Bluesky user Polmo, on the other hand, believes it might mean "Oshaberi Super Mario." However, "Ounce Small Model" does not align with Nintendo's established coding system for Switch revisions, such as the "BEE" code used for the Switch 2 itself. Nintendo has not officially commented on the product associated with the OSM code, and the existence of a "Switch 2 Lite" remains unconfirmed.

Smaller Switch Model Suggests Potential Switch Lite Variant in Nintendo's Future

The possibility of a smaller Switch 2 model echoes previous rumors of a "Switch Pro" in 2018, which was expected to feature an improved screen and higher resolution. While the current Switch 2 hardware is capable of running most third-party games, its 256GB internal storage has presented challenges for larger releases like Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Addressing consumer concerns about the Switch 2's price could be achieved through a smaller model, perhaps with a smaller display and a design that forgoes docking capabilities. Previously, there were discussions about a "Lite" version of the original Switch. Some observers find it curious that the OSM discovery has occurred so early in the Switch 2's life cycle, as Nintendo has historically waited longer to release variations of its consoles after the primary model. While the OSM code has sparked speculation, Nintendo has made no official announcements regarding a new model.

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