Nintendo's Switch 2 Release Rumors Surge

Recent reports indicate a potential April 2025 launch for Nintendo's Switch 2, while Nintendo maintains its focus on maximizing sales of the current Switch model.

A "Summer of Switch 2" in 2025?

Developer Insights Point to April/May 2025 Launch

Industry whispers suggest the Switch 2 won't arrive before April 2025. GamesIndustry.biz podcast host Chris Dring, citing developer sources, stated that developers have been advised to not expect a launch within the current fiscal year (ending March 2025). Many developers reportedly hope for an April or May release.

This projected timeframe might be strategically chosen to avoid competing with other major releases, such as the anticipated "GTA 6," rumored for a Fall 2025 launch.

Adding to the speculation, journalist Pedro Henrique Lutti Lippe hinted at a pre-August 2024 Switch 2 announcement, as reported by BGR. This aligns with Nintendo's stated intention to announce the successor before the end of its fiscal year (March 31, 2025). However, official confirmation from Nintendo remains pending.

Nintendo Stock and Switch Sales Trends

Despite Sales Dip, Switch Remains Strong

image via Google Finance Nintendo's stock experienced a slight dip following a report of declining Switch sales. While Q1 FY2025 saw a year-on-year decrease in Switch hardware and software sales (-46.4%), the company sold 2.1 million units in the quarter. This follows strong overall Switch sales of 15.7 million units in FY2024, exceeding its forecast.

Sustained Switch Engagement

Nintendo emphasized that over 128 million users engaged with Switch software between July 2023 and June 2024, demonstrating sustained interest despite the console's age. The company reiterated its commitment to maximizing both hardware and software sales for the current Switch model in FY2025, projecting sales of 13.5 million units.