Nintendo President Warns U.S. Tariffs Could Hurt Switch 2 Sales

Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 is poised for a strong launch on June 5, driven by massive pre-order demand, especially in Japan. President Shuntaro Furukawa revealed ambitious sales expectations of 15 million units for the fiscal year 2026, alongside software sales projections hitting 45 million. However, potential challenges lurk with U.S. tariffs affecting pricing and profitability. Furukawa noted concerns that rising costs for essentials could reduce consumer spending power for consoles. Despite being priced at $449.99, the demand remains high, with pre-orders already oversubscribed, indicating strong interest in Nintendo's next-gen innovation.

Nintendo forecasts sales of 15 million units and 45 million software sales within the fiscal year 2026.

The Nintendo Switch, originally released in March 2017, became one of the best-selling consoles worldwide, known for its portability and eclectic game library. The Switch 2 intends to build upon its predecessor's success with enhanced hardware capabilities and features, garnering high anticipation among gamers and industry analysts alike.