Sometimes it’s hard to ignore the obvious, and something similar recently happened with Nintendo, as per the newly revealed details. It looks like the long-running rumors were true indeed regarding the Mario maker’s plans on a future device.

Thanks to the latest information, it has been confirmed that Nintendo did make a new console just a while ago, for a specific purpose though.

Will Nintendo Switch be replaced soon by a new successor?

As reported by Comicbook, the developer and publisher made a confirmation about working on a brand new console. However, it was made to counter hacking that apparently targeted its system.

It’s not yet known when this console was made exactly and what new features it consisted of. Talking about its reveal, then the details came out from a trial involving Nintendo and Team Xecuter hacker Gary Bowser. Well, this trial apparently ended with a prison sentence of 40 months for the hacker.

Being a legal matter, it was obvious to see Nintendo revealing in-depth details about it. And that’s how the information on the console made its appearance out in the public.

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Basically, the Mario maker had to release the newer console to stop hacking in its system. This modification comprised endless hours of engineering and adjustments.

More than this, there was no other crucial information available on the reported console, according to Comicbook.

However, it may end up being a crucial hint regarding the next successor to the existing Switch. Maybe the aforementioned device is the one that might eventually be revealed as the next generation of Nintendo’s line-up. It will be interesting to see what transpires in the near future.

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In other news, the developer and publisher are currently preparing for the release of its next batch of anticipated projects. Mario Strikers: Battle League recently made its debut but there are more to come. With the likes of Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Splatoon 3, and Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, the overall line-up looks solid.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming launches in the second half of 2022? Also, which Nintendo titles are you most excited for?

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