Switch 2 Rumors Suggest a \"Summer of Switch 2\" Next Year

Recent reports suggest a potential "Summer of Switch 2" in 2025, despite an anticipated April 2025 launch, as Nintendo focuses on maximizing sales of the current Switch model.

Next Year's "Summer of Switch 2"?

Developers Eyeing April/May 2025 Launch

Industry whispers point to a post-April 2025 launch for Nintendo's next-generation console, the Switch 2. GamesIndustry.biz, citing developer sources, reports that developers have been advised to not expect a release before the current fiscal year ends (March 2025). Many hope for an April or May release, avoiding a potential clash with other major game releases.

This strategic launch window could help avoid competition with titles like the anticipated "GTA 6," rumored for a Fall 2025 release. Further fueling speculation, journalist Pedro Henrique Lutti Lippe hints at a pre-August 2024 Switch 2 announcement. While Nintendo remains tight-lipped, they've confirmed a pre-March 2025 announcement regarding the Switch successor.

Nintendo's Stock and Switch Sales

Switch Sales Remain Strong Despite Year-on-Year Decline

Nintendo's recent Q1 FY2025 financial report revealed a year-on-year decline in Switch sales (-46.4%). Despite selling 2.1 million units during the quarter, the company sold a remarkable 15.7 million units in FY2024, exceeding its forecast. This, coupled with over 128 million annual active users, indicates sustained engagement with the existing Switch console.

Nintendo reaffirmed its dedication to maximizing both hardware and software sales for the current Switch, projecting 13.5 million units for FY2025, even with the impending Switch 2 launch. The company's strategy emphasizes extending the lifecycle of its current flagship while preparing for the next generation.