Switch 2 Will Be Gaming’s Biggest Launch, Expected to Sell 20 Million Units Within Its First Year

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Launching Between $400-$499!

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  • According to analysts, Switch 2 is set to be the biggest launch in gaming.
  • The handheld will cost around $400 to $499.
  • The chip for Nintendo Switch is likely to be in the $130-$150 range, a significant hike over its predecessor.

The successor to 2017’s Nintendo Switch was finally revealed recently, and all eyes are on the handheld’s pricing as it nears release. With rising inflation and tariffs, Switch 2 is expected to be the company’s most expensive release to date.

However, a higher price could even potentially break the gaming giant’s streak of successful releases. Analysts have now predicted Switch 2 to be gaming’s biggest-ever launch, with a price point speculated between $400 to $499.

Why it matters: With all the current predictions and speculations, Nintendo Switch 2 will surpass every previous console, including its predecessor.

Elden Ring on Nintendo Switch 2
Switch 2 Will Support AAA Releases Like Elden Ring

According to a new report by Bloomberg, the console is expected to be released in June, with a day-one inventory of between 6 million and 8 million units. The console was previously expected to sell 6 million units within the first quarter of its release.

Switch 2 could be the biggest console launch ever if all goes well. In contrast, the PS5 sold 4.5 million units within the first quarter of its release, marking the biggest console release ever.

Overall, the handheld is expected to sell a whopping 20 million units within the first year of its release. Furthermore, the chip for the Switch 2 is expected to cost between $130 and $150, almost double the original’s cost of $80. 

Nintendo Switch 2 - Nvidia Tegra T239 SoC
Nintendo Switch 2 Features Nvidia Tegra T239 SoC

Nintendo is holding its direct on April 2 and is expected to further reveal details regarding the console, including its pricing.

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