"Switch 2 Consoles to Sell Out at Launch, Analysts Say; June Release Predicted"

The anticipated pricing of the Nintendo Switch 2 is creating a buzz across the gaming community. Industry analysts have shared with IGN their expectations that the next-generation console will launch at a starting price of $400. This figure aligns with a recent Bloomberg report that cites predictions from Japan-focused analysts. A $400 price tag would represent a notable increase from the original Switch's launch price, and one analyst suggested to Bloomberg that Nintendo might even consider a higher price point, possibly reaching up to $499. Despite the potential for a higher cost, the consensus among experts is that the Switch 2 is poised for a monumental launch, potentially becoming the largest console debut in history, "regardless of price."

Tokyo-based analyst Serkan Toto emphasized to Bloomberg, "They will sell boatloads of Switch 2 in the first months in particular, almost regardless of the price." This optimistic outlook is fueled by the high demand anticipated for the console's launch lineup of games. Toto predicts that the Switch 2's first year will see the release of a new Mario Kart, as hinted by Nintendo during the console's reveal, a new 3D Mario game, along with the already announced Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4. Additionally, third-party support is expected to be robust, with titles like Call of Duty from Activision on the horizon.

The gaming world is abuzz with rumors about a plethora of third-party titles heading to the Switch 2. In an interview with IGN, the developer of Civilization 7, Firaxis, expressed intrigue about the Switch 2's apparent Joy-Con mouse mode. French video game and accessories maker Nacon, known for titles such as Greedfall 2, Test Drive Unlimited, and RoboCop: Rogue City, has confirmed that it has games ready for the Switch 2. The highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong is also rumored to be on its way to the console. Moreover, EA has indicated that games like Madden, FC, and The Sims would be well-suited for the Switch 2. However, Activision has yet to make any official announcements regarding its Switch 2 plans, and Nintendo has remained silent on the Bloomberg report.

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Rumors suggest that the Nintendo Switch 2 is gearing up for a June 2025 release, a date that has been increasingly mentioned in gaming circles and online. Robin Zhu, a Japan-based analyst from Sanford C. Bernstein, shared with Bloomberg that the Switch 2 is expected to launch in June with an initial stock of 6-8 million units. If the demand outpaces this supply, the Switch 2 could easily surpass the sales records set by its predecessor and the PlayStation 4 and 5.

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Concerns have been raised about the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff war on the pricing and availability of the Nintendo Switch 2. The Trump administration's tariffs on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico could potentially affect the cost and supply of video games and consoles. However, Bloomberg points out that the Switch 2 will be manufactured in both Vietnam, a key U.S. trading partner, and China, potentially mitigating some of these risks according to one analyst.

While many details about the Nintendo Switch 2 remain under wraps, Nintendo has scheduled a Direct for April 2, where they are expected to unveil more information about the console.

The Nintendo Switch 2 was first revealed in January with a teaser trailer that confirmed the console's backwards compatibility and the addition of a second USB-C port. However, many specifics, such as the console's other games and the function of the mysterious new Joy-Con button, remain undisclosed. The Joy-Con mouse mode theory has garnered attention, and a recent Nintendo patent suggests that the Switch 2's Joy-Con controllers could be attached upside down. This feature, utilizing gyro mechanics similar to those in smartphones, would allow for more flexible controller attachment using magnets instead of rails. This could enable players to customize button placement and other features, potentially leading to innovative gameplay mechanics if incorporated into the final product.