If the rumors are to be believed, the runup to Nintendo’s (presumed) Switch 2 announcement has been leakier than an old apartment faucet. Over the past few weeks, information about the console’s dock, retailer accessory SKUs, mockups, Joy-Cons, and so much more, have found their way online; the sheer volume of alleged photos and information suggests that an announcement may be right around the corner.

Nintendo, however, remains steadfast in its silence. While fans online may speculate why the company hasn’t given in and made an announcement about the Switch 2 itself, the leaks might not actually make a difference in its sales, marketing, or anything else of material consequence. “None of these leaks will matter in the slightest once the official reveal is made,” says Circana executive director and video game analyst Mat Piscatella.

In other words, this is...