Take-Two CEO Expresses High Hopes for Nintendo Switch 2

As the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 draws near, industry watchers are abuzz with speculation over pricing, tariffs, and other factors impacting the gaming landscape. Amidst this buzz, one prominent third-party publisher, Take-Two Interactive, has expressed strong confidence in the upcoming console. During a recent investor Q&A session, CEO Strauss Zelnick conveyed his "great optimism" regarding Nintendo's latest platform, highlighting improvements in Nintendo's approach toward third-party developers compared to previous iterations.

According to Zelnick, Take-Two is set to release four titles on the Nintendo Switch 2, marking a significant increase in their portfolio compared to prior launches with new Nintendo platforms. He noted that historically, third-party publishers faced challenges with Nintendo but emphasized that the company has made strides in addressing these concerns.

Take-Two's lineup for the Nintendo Switch 2 includes notable franchises such as Civilization 7, which will launch on June 5 alongside the console, the NBA 2K and WWE 2K series (with details on specific games and release dates yet to be confirmed), and Borderlands 4, scheduled for September 12. While these titles were already available on the original Nintendo Switch, Zelnick's remarks suggest potential opportunities for additional releases from Take-Two's extensive catalog in the future. However, major titles like GTA 6 seem unlikely, though GTA V remains a possibility.

Prior to the investor call, Zelnick shared insights into the company's quarterly performance, touching upon the development timeline of GTA 6 and the impact of its delayed release to next year.