Leaked images of a The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 console and Pro Controller appear to be circulating online. The photos of the unannounced Nintendo hardware were shared on X/Twitter by Necro Felipe, owner of Universo Nintendo, who claims his sources have verified the designs as legitimate.
The imagery displays a Switch 2 dock featuring a golden Triforce emblem on one side. The console itself is depicted with black and teal Joy-Con controllers, both of which also bear Triforce patterns. A matching Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, designated the The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition, mirrors this black and teal color scheme, accented by a central golden Triforce design and gold shoulder buttons and triggers.
A previously unrevealed The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary logo, incorporating a small NES-era Link icon, is visible on the packaging for both the console and controller. This logo's appearance suggests Nintendo may be preparing a significant celebration for the franchise's milestone.
While Nintendo has not officially acknowledged Zelda's 40th anniversary, with the original game's release date on NES having passed, there are still several months remaining in 2026. The company has confirmed plans to release The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for the Switch 2 before the year concludes. It is anticipated that Nintendo will soon provide more details regarding the Ocarina remake, officially unveil this new hardware, and potentially release the first trailer for the franchise's live-action movie, which is slated for an April 30, 2027 release. An upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation is a likely venue for these announcements.
The recent surge of leaks, including casting information for the live-action film, further indicates that Nintendo may be preparing for a major reveal. Reports have suggested Sam Neil, Dichen Lachen as Impa, Uli Latukefu as Ganondorf, Yvonne Strahovski, and Lydia Peckham are part of the film's cast. Meanwhile, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who is set to portray Link in the movie, has shared his initial thoughts on taking on the iconic role.