TOPSHOT – A Super Mario character is pictured at a Nintendo display ahead of the launch of the company’s Switch 2 console, an electronics store in the city of Nagoya, Aichi prefecture on June 2, 2025.
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Richard A. Brooks
Nintendo Raises Switch 2 Sales Forecast to 19 Million Units
Nintendo has officially raised its Switch 2 sales forecast to 19 million units, showcasing high confidence in the console’s performance ahead of its highly anticipated 2025 launch.
Strong Demand and Developer Support
Originally expected to sell around 15 million units, the upgraded projection comes as early demand and developer enthusiasm surpass expectations. Reports suggest that Nintendo’s partners are preparing a robust lineup of launch titles designed to take advantage of the new system’s capabilities.
What to Expect from the Switch 2
The Switch 2 is widely regarded as the next-generation hybrid console, following the success of the original Nintendo Switch, which has sold over 140 million units worldwide since its 2017 debut.
Rumors point to enhanced graphics performance, a larger display, and backward compatibility with existing Switch games—features that could make it one of the most versatile consoles on the market.
Market Impact and Industry Outlook
Industry analysts believe Nintendo’s bold sales forecast underscores strong consumer confidence and positions the company competitively against gaming rivals Sony and Microsoft.
If the sales targets are met, the Switch 2 could become one of the fastest-selling consoles in Nintendo’s history.
Nintendo raised its forecast for sales of the Switch 2 console in its current fiscal year as momentum for its new flagship console grows.
The Japanese gaming giant said it now expects to sell 19 million units of the Switch in the fiscal year ending March 2026 versus a previous forecast of 15 million units.
Here’s how Nintendo did in its fiscal second quarter ended Sept. 30 versus LSEG estimates:
- Revenue: 527.2 billion Japanese yen ($3.7 billion) versus 461.76 billion yen expected.
- Net profit: 102.9 billion Japanese yen versus 63.6 billion yen expected.
Nintendo is riding a wave of momentum after launching its latest console called the Switch 2 in June.
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