Nintendo Will Sell Loads of Switch 2 Consoles at Launch ‘Regardless of Price,’ Analysts Predict, June Release Date Once Again Mentioned

The price of the Nintendo Switch 2 is a hot topic in the gaming world. Analysts at IGN predict a $400 launch price, a figure supported by a recent Bloomberg report citing Japan-focused analysts. This would be significantly more than the original Switch, with some analysts suggesting a potential $499 price point isn't out of the question. However, the expectation is for massive sales, potentially the biggest console launch ever, regardless of the final price. "They will sell boatloads of Switch 2 in the first months, almost regardless of the price," Tokyo analyst Serkan Toto told Bloomberg.

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This strong launch is anticipated due to a compelling initial game lineup. Toto predicts a new Mario Kart (as hinted by Nintendo), a new 3D Mario title, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and Metroid Prime 4 within the first year. Third-party support is also expected, including Call of Duty from Activision. Numerous other rumored third-party titles are in the pipeline, with Firaxis (developers of Civilization 7) expressing intrigue over the Switch 2's apparent Joy-Con mouse mode in an IGN interview. Nacon, publisher of titles like Greedfall 2, Test Drive Unlimited, and RoboCop: Rogue City, has confirmed it has Switch 2 games ready for release. Hollow Knight: Silksong is also rumored for the console, and EA has expressed interest in bringing Madden, FIFA, and The Sims to the platform. It's important to note that Activision hasn't officially announced Switch 2 plans, and Nintendo hasn't commented on these reports.

A June 2025 release date is gaining traction within gaming media. Robin Zhu of Sanford C. Bernstein predicts a June launch with initial inventory of 6-8 million units. If this initial stock sells quickly, the Switch 2 could easily outpace its predecessor and the PlayStation 4 and 5 in sales.

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Concerns have been raised regarding the impact of past U.S. tariffs on the Switch 2's price. However, Bloomberg notes that the console will be assembled in both Vietnam and China, suggesting a diversified manufacturing footprint that mitigates risk for Nintendo.

While many details remain unknown, Nintendo plans a Direct presentation for April 2nd to reveal more about the console.

The January reveal showcased backwards compatibility and a second USB-C port. Further details, including the function of a new Joy-Con button, remain undisclosed, although the Joy-Con mouse theory has gained some traction. A recent Nintendo patent suggests the Joy-Cons can be attached upside down, potentially enabling interesting gameplay mechanics.