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 predict a $400 launch price, a figure supported by recent Bloomberg reports based on Japanese analyst forecasts. This would be significantly more expensive than the original Switch, with some analysts even suggesting a potential $499 price point. However, the expectation is for massive launch sales, possibly 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 popularity stems from a strong launch lineup. Toto predicts a new Mario Kart (as hinted by Nintendo), a new 3D Mario title, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and Metroid Prime 4 all releasing within the first year. Third-party support is also expected, including Call of Duty from Activision. A substantial list of rumored third-party titles is circulating, with Firaxis (developers of Civilization 7) finding the Switch 2's apparent Joy-Con mouse mode "definitely intriguing." Nacon, a publisher of titles like Greedfall 2 and RoboCop: Rogue City, has confirmed it has Switch 2 games ready for release. Hollow Knight: Silksong is also rumored for the platform, and EA has expressed interest in bringing Madden, FIFA, and The Sims to the console. It's important to note that Activision hasn't officially announced its plans, and Nintendo hasn't commented on these reports.

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

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Concerns exist regarding the impact of past US tariffs on the Switch 2's price. However, Bloomberg notes that the console's assembly in Vietnam and China mitigates some of this risk due to diversified manufacturing.

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

The January reveal showcased backward compatibility and a second USB-C port. Many details, including the function of a new Joy-Con button, remain undisclosed, though a Joy-Con mouse theory has emerged. A recent Nintendo patent suggests the Joy-Cons can attach upside down, utilizing magnets instead of rails, potentially influencing gameplay mechanics.