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 date. This contrasts with Nintendo's continued focus on maximizing sales of the current Switch model.

Next Year Could Bring a "Summer of Switch 2"

Developers Eyeing April/May 2025 Launch for Switch 2

Industry whispers point to a post-April 2025 release for Nintendo's next-generation console, the Switch 2. GamesIndustry.biz podcast host Chris Dring, citing developer sources, stated that developers have been advised to not expect a launch within the current fiscal year (ending March 2025). Many hope for an April or May launch, aiming for an early, rather than late, 2025 release.

This timeline might be strategically chosen to avoid a launch conflict with other major titles, such as the anticipated "GTA 6," rumored for a Fall 2025 release.

Further fueling speculation, journalist Pedro Henrique Lutti Lippe hinted at a pre-August 2024 Switch 2 announcement, as reported by BGR. This aligns with Nintendo's plan for a pre-March 31, 2025 announcement. However, Nintendo's official silence leaves these reports unconfirmed. They have only confirmed an announcement within the current fiscal year.

Nintendo Stock and Switch Sales Soften

Switch Sales Remain Strong Despite Year-on-Year Decline

image via Google Finance Nintendo's recent Q1 FY2025 financial report revealed a dip in Switch sales, with a 46.4% year-on-year decline in consolidated sales. 2.1 million units were sold during the quarter. However, the company sold 15.7 million units in FY2024, exceeding its forecast.

Sustained Engagement with the Current Switch

Nintendo emphasized the continued strong engagement with the Switch, reporting over 128 million annual active users between July 2023 and June 2024. This highlights sustained interest despite the impending Switch 2 release. The company reaffirmed its commitment to maximizing both hardware and software sales for the current Switch in FY2025, projecting 13.5 million units.