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

The Nintendo Switch 2's price is a hot topic in the gaming world. Analysts predict a $400 launch price, a figure supported by a recent Bloomberg report citing Japan-focused analysts. This would be significantly higher than the original Switch, with some analysts suggesting a potential $499 price point. However, the expectation is for massive launch 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 anticipated success is fueled by a strong launch lineup. Toto predicts a new Mario Kart (as hinted by Nintendo), a new 3D Mario title, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Metroid Prime 4, and Call of Duty from Activision, all within the first year. Numerous other third-party titles are rumored, with Firaxis (developers of Civilization 7) expressing interest in the Switch 2's apparent Joy-Con mouse mode. Nacon, a publisher of titles like Greedfall 2, Test Drive Unlimited, and RoboCop: Rogue City, has confirmed Switch 2 game development, and Hollow Knight: Silksong is also rumored. EA has also expressed interest in bringing Madden, FIFA, and The Sims to the platform. Note that Activision's and Nintendo's official comments on these plans are still pending.

A June 2025 release date is gaining traction in both online and industry circles. Analyst Robin Zhu of Sanford C. Bernstein predicts a 6-8 million unit launch inventory. If this initial stock sells quickly, the Switch 2 could outpace its predecessor and the PlayStation 4 and 5 in sales, setting new records.

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Concerns exist regarding the impact of past U.S. tariffs on the Switch 2's price. However, Bloomberg points out that the console's diversified manufacturing base (Vietnam and China) may mitigate these risks.

Much remains unknown, but Nintendo's April 2nd Direct promises further details.

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, though speculation around a Joy-Con mouse mode is prevalent. A recent Nintendo patent suggests the Joy-Cons can be attached upside down, potentially enabling interesting gameplay mechanics.