Switch 2 Demand Is So High That Nintendo Has Apologized For Not Meeting It

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Even Shareholders Are Struggling To Buy A Switch 2!

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  • The Nintendo Switch 2 is experiencing unprecedented demand in various countries worldwide.
  • This demand had made it impossible for many shareholders to obtain the console.
  • President Shuntaro Furukawa has apologized for the situation, promising improved supply in the coming weeks.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has already sold millions of units, setting a record in the console industry. Despite criticism regarding game prices, a slow display, and more, it seems audiences have been keen on getting their hands on the new hardware.

In fact, the gaming giant has even had to apologize to its customers because the demand for the Nintendo Switch 2 is so high.

Why it matters: The Nintendo Switch 2 appears to be facing similar issues as the PS5 and Xbox Series S|X despite the gaming giant planning for stock shortages ahead of time.

Nintendo Switch 2
Over 3 Million Consoles Have Already Been Purchased

Speaking during its latest shareholders meeting, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa explained that the company has seen unprecedented demand for its latest gaming system. This demand persists across multiple countries, even making it challenging for many Nintendo shareholders to buy the console.

The President states that the company is taking measures to boost supply as quickly as possible, and the in-store stock situation at retailers is gradually improving. An additional lottery sale is also planned for July.

Concluding his message, Shuntaro Furukawa apologized to those who have been unable to obtain a Nintendo Switch 2 so far. He states that the situation has primarily resulted from much higher than anticipated demand.

We apologize for the inconvenience caused by this initial demand, which greatly exceeded our expectations.

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
The Switch 2 Is Already Gaming’s Biggest Hardware Launch

As was the case with other consoles, Nintendo Switch 2 stock worldwide is expected to improve over time. For those who choose to wait, the console will also boast a larger first-party library by then, with Donkey Kong Bananza being among the highly anticipated releases coming soon.

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