A potential Nintendo Switch 2 Lite leak has sent the gaming community into a frenzy this week following the discovery of a new hardware identifier hidden deep within Nintendo’s online infrastructure. Just seven months after the console's June 2025 launch, digital sleuths have unearthed references to a mysterious "OSM" model, fueling speculation that a portable-only variant is already in the pipeline. This bombshell comes alongside an official new trailer showcasing Nintendo Switch 2 Enhanced Games, promising 4K visuals and performance boosts for fan favorites like Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.

The ‘OSM’ Discovery: Is a Switch 2 Lite Coming Soon?

The rumor mill kicked into high gear when Bluesky user dootsky.re spotted an unused product code labeled "OSM" in Nintendo’s official Account Portal. This finding is significant because it sits alongside the known identifier for the current Nintendo Switch 2, which uses the internal model code "BEE."

For veteran Nintendo watchers, these three-letter codes are the holy grail of hardware leaks. The original Switch was known as "HAC" (Handheld And Console), while the Switch Lite was "HDH" (Handheld). The leading theory regarding the Switch 2 OSM model is that it stands for "Ounce Small Model." Given that "Ounce" was the widely reported development codename for the Switch 2, this acronym strongly suggests a smaller, more compact revision—effectively a Nintendo Switch 2 Lite.

While the portal currently displays a placeholder image when the OSM code is queried, the mere existence of the entry suggests Nintendo is preparing its backend for a new SKU. If history is any indicator, a "Lite" model usually arrives 18-24 months into a console's lifecycle, making a late 2026 or early 2027 release plausible, even if the groundwork is being laid now.

Nintendo Showcases ‘Enhanced’ Classics in New Trailer

While rumors swirl about future hardware, Nintendo gave owners of the current "BEE" model plenty to celebrate with a surprise Nintendo Switch 2 4K trailer released yesterday. The video, titled "Enhanced for Switch 2," highlights a curated list of backward-compatible titles that have received significant patches to leverage the new system's power.

The standout reveal was the Super Mario Odyssey Switch 2 update. The 2017 platformer has been revitalized with what appears to be native 4K output (or high-quality DLSS upscaling), HDR support, and a locked 60fps frame rate even in the most demanding kingdoms. The trailer also showcased Super Mario Galaxy (part of the 3D All-Stars collection) supporting the new Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for collecting Star Bits, a feature that feels surprisingly intuitive.

Key Upgrades Confirmed

The Nintendo Switch 2 Enhanced Games lineup fixes some of the previous generation's most notorious performance bottlenecks:

  • Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Finally runs at a stable framerate with improved draw distances and visual fidelity, fixing the technical issues that plagued its launch.
  • The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom: Now features HDR support and sharper textures, making the toy-box art style pop on the Switch 2's screen.
  • Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker: improved lighting and resolution.
  • 51 Worldwide Games: updated with new "GameShare" support, allowing for easier multiplayer across systems.

Analysis: What ‘Ounce Small Model’ Means for 2026

The potential existence of a Switch 2 Ounce Small Model raises interesting questions about Nintendo's strategy for the Nintendo 2025 Year in Review and the year ahead. A portable-only Switch 2 would need to solve the thermal challenges of the powerful T239 chip in a smaller chassis. Some tech analysts speculate this might require a die shrink to 5nm or smaller to maintain battery life and manage heat without the bulky cooling solution of the launch model.

If the "OSM" really is a Switch 2 Lite, it targets the massive audience of handheld-only players who haven't yet upgraded from their original Switch Lites. However, with the standard Switch 2 still selling briskly, Nintendo may hold this card close to its chest until sales momentum begins to slow. For now, the combination of mysterious backend leaks and tangible software upgrades paints an exciting picture for Nintendo fans in 2026.