December:
-[14th] Burnout Paradise rated for Switch in Brazil. *False (Source) [Quickly removed. Would become true ~2.5 years later with Burnout Paradise Remastered ported to Switch in June 2020.]
-[6th] Scribblenauts Showdown rated for Switch in Taiwan. *Confirmed (Source)
November:
-[30th] Leaked EA internal materials reveal January Direct to feature Fe. *Confirmed (Source)
-[13th] Kotaku UK reports that Capcom is developing two Ace Attorney compilations and a brand-new Ace Attorney title for Switch. *Partially confirmed (Source) [One Ace Attorney compilation, Ace Attorney Trilogy, is confirmed.]
October:
-[31st] Switch config files datamined from Paladins code. Suggests possibility of Switch port. *Confirmed (Source)
September:
-[18th] GoNintendo claims that Netflix is "locked and loaded" for Switch app, waiting for Nintendo approval. *False (Source)
-[10th] Lichtspeer developers claim that Nintendo is working on an achievements system for Switch. (Source) [Most likely false.]
June:
-[13th] Anonymous Reddit user leaks screengrab of the E3 reveal trailer for Yoshi on Switch. *Confirmed (Source)
May:
-[23rd] ComicBook leaks key art for Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle. NintendoWorldReport leaks internal presentation materials that provide more details on gameplay, characters, and Ubisoft's marketing plan. *Confirmed (Source 1, Source 2)
January:
-[11th] Anonymous 4chan user leaks most contents of the Nintendo Switch presentation, including ARMS, Splatoon 2, Super Mario Odyssey, 1-2 Switch, and Snipperclips. *Confirmed (Source)
December:
-[7th] SourceGaming claims that Super Smash Bros. Melee will be released for Switch via Virtual Console and that 'Smash for Switch' will be a director's cut of Wii U and 3DS content, include all DLC and two new characters. *False (Source)
-[7th] Eurogamer reports that Switch will support GameCube games such as the original Animal Crossing via Virtual Console, developed by Nintendo European Research and Development. Virtual Console will have upgrade program from Wii U Virtual Console. *False (Source)
-[6th] Let's Play Video Games claims that Dark Souls III runs on Switch, entire trilogy being considered. *Mostly false (Source) [Dark Souls Remastered released on Switch in 2018.]
November:
-[18th] Let's Play Video Games reports that Ubisoft is planning a turn-based RPG Mario and Rabbids crossover titled 'Mario RPG: Invasion of the Rabbids.' Announcement and playable demo in January. *Partially confirmed (Source) [Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle announced and playable at E3, turn-based strategy game.]
-[18th] Eurogamer reports that Pokemon Stars will release for Switch in 2017, new version of Pokemon Sun and Moon. *False (Source)
-[16th] Let's Play Video Games reports that Mario (3D open-world hub, co-op, playable demo for press in January) and Skyrim (mod support) are planned for Switch launch. New version of Splatoon will be pack-in title for more expensive Switch SKU, new 1 vs 1 mode between two Switch consoles. *False (Source)
-[14th] Eurogamer reports that The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild will not be released in time for Switch's launch and a new Mario game may take its place as launch title. *False (Source)
October:
-[27th] Eurogamer reports that the Switch has a 6.2", 720p, capacitive touchscreen with a 10-point multi-touch display. *Confirmed (Source)
-[27th] Anonymous 4chan user claims that a Monster Hunter Portable title is in development for Switch. *Confirmed (Source 1, Source 2, Source 3) [Monster Hunter Rise for March 2021]
-[13th] GameBlog claims numerous NX hardware details, lots of remasters planned (Skyward Sword, MK8, Splatoon, Smash, N64 and Wii games), FFXV and FFVIIR, PlatinumGames and Capcom support, Ubisoft discussions (BG&E2, Splinter Cell, Yoshi/Rabbids). *Mostly false (Source) [Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Yoshi/Rabbids could be interpreted as Mario + Rabbids]
August:
-[30th] Let's Play Video Games claims that the NX controller will have a split d-pad and a share button. *Confirmed (Source)
-[26th] Let's Play Video Games claims that the NX controller will have motion controls and advanced force feedback. Wiimotes will still be supported for select titles. *Mostly confirmed (Source) [Switch does not support Wiimote input.]
July:
-[30th] Digital Foundry reports that the NX is powered by Nvidia's Tegra X1, additional technical details. *Confirmed (Source)
-[26th] Eurogamer reports that the NX is a portable console with detachable controllers. Can connect to a TV and uses cartridges. *Confirmed (Source)
June:
-[12th] Amazon uploads promotional art for Zelda U. *Confirmed (Source)
-[10th] GameXplain shares second-hand info about Zelda U. Four main dungeons, over 100 mini-dungeons. Theme is technology versus fantasy. Weather plays a major role. *Confirmed (Source)
-[2nd] DigiTimes claims that NX mass production is postponed to early 2017 to add VR, is portable that connects to TV. *Mostly false (Source) [Switch production began before 2017, no official VR support until Labo VR in 2019.]
May:
-[14th] SemiAccurate reports that NX will use Nvidia's Tegra SOC. *Confirmed (Source)
-[5th] Money-Link reports that 3DS cartridge manufacturer Macronix expects an increase in revenue due to NX. Possible indication of cartridges. *Confirmed (Source)
April:
-[4th] Verified anonymous Reddit user claims the NX has x86 architecture, save backups, additional screen, smartphone interaction, and My Nintendo rewards integration. *Partially confirmed (Source) [Cloud backups, voice chat via smartphone, and My Nintendo gold points were eventually added.]
March:
-[23rd] Alleged image of NX controller surfaces on Reddit. Aspiring detectives track down reflection to trees outside Ubisoft Massive. *False (Source) [3D printed]
-[17th] DualPixels leaks image of NX controller. Touchscreen surface with two analog sticks. *False (Source)
-[14th] DualPixels claims that Luigi's Mansion 3 will be a NX launch title showcasing haptic analog sticks, technical capabilities, and AR multiplayer. *False (Source)
-[3rd] Destructoid claims that Nintendo is funding NX exclusive Beyond Good & Evil sequel. *False (Source)
-[3rd] DualPixels claims that Activision is preparing multiple games for NX, including Skylanders at launch, Call of Duty: Bloodlines in fall 2016, Destiny "complete version" in early 2017, and "Beyond Destiny" in fall 2017. *Mostly false (Source) [Skylanders Imaginators released for Switch at launch.]
February:
-[28th] DualPixels shares numerous details about NX hardware. Haptic feedback analog sticks, relays phone calls and texts, can easily run PS4/XB1 games, evolved social features from AR and Streetpass on 3DS, OS very similar to Android. *False (Source)
October:
-[16th] Eurogamer reports that Nintendo is distributing NX dev kits. (Source) [Unverifiable]
July:
-[16th] Comments from AMD executives about new SKUs possibly indicate that AMD will design the NX processor. *False (Source)
