LEAKS  Games  February 13, 2024  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

In the ever-evolving landscape of the gaming industry, anticipation often precedes official announcements, and speculation fuels the imaginations of enthusiasts worldwide. As the gaming community eagerly awaits news of Nintendo's next handheld console, tantalizing whispers from a renowned leaker shed light on SEGA's ambitious plans for the future of handheld gaming.

Despite the absence of an official confirmation from the Japanese gaming giant, rumors persist regarding the imminent arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2. Speculation swirls, suggesting a potential release in the coming months. However, amidst this uncertainty, a beacon of excitement emerges in the form of leaked details about SEGA's upcoming projects for handheld gaming.

 A CONCEPT DESIGN FOR THE NINTENDO SWITCH 2 HANDHELD GAMING CONSOLE [IMAGE CREDITS: LO CASCIO & BRECCIA] 

@MbKKssTBhz5, better known as Midori, has become a reliable source of insider information within gaming circles. Midori's latest revelations offer a glimpse into SEGA's strategy for the handheld gaming market, teasing a lineup of classic titles set to grace the Nintendo Switch 2 upon its debut.

At The Game Awards, SEGA made waves with the announcement of remakes and remasters for some of its most beloved franchises. From the iconic ninja action of Shinobi to the funky beats of Jet Set Radio, fans rejoiced at the prospect of experiencing these timeless classics on modern hardware. 

While details remain sparse, SEGA tantalized audiences with glimpses of gameplay during the announcement, igniting excitement for what lies ahead. The prospect of revisiting these beloved titles with enhanced graphics and gameplay mechanics on the Nintendo Switch 2 is a tantalizing proposition for fans eagerly awaiting the next evolution of handheld gaming.

However, not all revelations come without intrigue. Midori's mention of a delay in the Golden Axe series reboot, followed by the deletion of the tweet, suggests a tale of secrets and surprises within SEGA's development corridors. Furthermore, whispers of a reboot for the Virtua Fighter franchise hint at the company's broader ambitions to breathe new life into its storied catalog of games.

Despite the projected launch of SEGA's remakes being three to four years away, speculation abounds regarding their potential debut on the Nintendo Switch 2. Even if Nintendo's next handheld console eludes release until 2024 or 2025, the allure of experiencing these timeless classics on cutting-edge hardware is enough to sustain the excitement of gamers worldwide.

 IMAGES CREDITS: SEGA / NINTENDO | COVER IMAGE: CONCEPT DESIGN BY RAYMOND / REVIEW SPACE