Summary
- Nintendo may have 6 to 8 million Switch 2 units on launch day, according to analysts predictions.
- Hype surrounds Switch 2 with upgraded features and anticipated games.
- New first-party titles like Mario Kart World will be released on the same day as the Switch 2.
Analysts predict Nintendo could have up to 8 million Nintendo Switch 2 units ready on launch day. While pre-orders are already live for the Switch 2, many gamers may be waiting for the handheld console's official release this summer before taking the plunge. As a result, Nintendo will likely produce as many consoles as it can before this release date, with some industry experts sharing how many Nintendo Switch 2 units they estimate will be available on launch day.
Few consoles have managed to stir up as much hype and excitement as the Nintendo Switch 2, a console that has seemed inevitable since the release of Nintendo's original hybrid system back in 2017. Equipped with improved internals, a better screen, and redesigned Joycons, the Switch 2 has a lot to offer both veteran users and newcomers alike. Switch 2 is likely to dominate the market when it drops this summer, with analysts now weighing in on how many units Nintendo will actually have ready on launch day.
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According to Bloomberg (via Centro LEAKS), analysts predict Nintendo will have between 6 and 8 million Switch 2 units ready on launch day. While unconfirmed, this seems like an accurate number considering how anticipated the new system is. This isn't to say launch day will be a cakewalk, with past Nintendo consoles like the original Switch and the Nintendo Wii proving difficult to scoop up even weeks after their initial release. The hype has been building for the new console for months, with the Switch 2 reportedly struggling to keep up with demand in some markets.
Nintendo Will Produce Up to 8 Million Switch 2 Units for Launch Day, According to Analysts
Fans can already pre-order the Switch 2, though the initial wave has likely left retailers out of stock. Not only does the Switch 2 bring with it a new design, but thanks to its improved specs, users will be able to play some of today's most popular games on the go. Cyberpunk 2077 has been confirmed for the Switch 2, and other AAA titles are set to join the system.
Of course, the Switch 2 will also feature some exclusive first-party titles as well, with the new console marking a new era for both the Donkey Kong and Mario Kart franchises. Mario Kart World shakes things up quite a bit, giving players a new open world to explore and race through on the Nintendo Switch 2's launch day. Donkey Kong Bananza drops later on July 17 and appears to be a blend of Super Mario Odyssey and the classic 3D Donkey Kong games of old.
- Brand
- Nintendo
- Operating System
- Proprietary
- Storage
- 256GB internal / MicroSD
- Resolution
- 1080p (handheld) / 4K (docked)
- App Store
- Nintendo eShop
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
The successor to 2017's Nintendo Switch continues down the same path as its predecessor, providing a hybrid experience that supports both home and handheld gaming. Launching on June 5, 2025, with games like Mario Kart World, the basic Nintendo Switch 2 bundle comes with the console, Joy-Con 2, straps for the controller, a dock, an AC adapter, an HDMI cable, and a Joy-Con 2 grip.
Checkbox: control the expandable behavior of the extra info- Ports
- 2x USB Type-C / 3.5mm audio
- HDR Support
- Yes
- Original Release Date
- June 5, 2025
- Original MSRP (USD)
- $449.99