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

Recent reports suggest Nintendo's next-generation console, the Switch 2, may not launch before April 2025, despite considerable anticipation. Meanwhile, Nintendo remains focused on maximizing sales of the current Switch model as it nears the end of its life cycle.

Next Year Could Bring a "Summer of Switch 2"

Developers Eyeing April/May 2025 Launch

According to GamesIndustry.biz, citing information from game developers, a Switch 2 release before April 2025 is unlikely. Developers have reportedly been advised to not expect a launch within the current fiscal year (ending March 2025). Many hope for an April or May launch, but a later release remains a possibility.

This potential launch window might be strategically timed to avoid competition with other major releases, such as the anticipated "GTA 6," speculated for a Fall 2025 release.

Adding to the speculation, journalist Pedro Henrique Lutti Lippe hinted on the O X do Controle podcast (as reported by BGR) that Nintendo could announce the Switch 2 before August's end. This aligns with Nintendo's stated intention to announce the Switch successor before the end of the fiscal year (March 31, 2025). However, official confirmation from Nintendo is still pending.

Nintendo Stock and Switch Sales Soften

Switch Sales Remain Strong Despite Year-on-Year Decline

image via Google Finance Nintendo's recent financial report revealed a dip in Switch sales, with a 46.4% year-on-year decline in consolidated sales for its dedicated video game platform. Despite this, 2.1 million Switch units were sold in Q1 FY2025. This follows strong overall sales of 15.7 million units for the year ending March 2024, exceeding expectations.

Continued Switch Engagement

Nintendo emphasized the continued engagement with the Switch, noting over 128 million annual active users between July 2023 and June 2024. This underscores the enduring popularity of the current console. The company reaffirmed its commitment to maximizing both hardware and software sales for the Switch in FY2025, projecting sales of 13.5 million units.