Speculation Mounts: A "Summer of Switch 2" in 2025?

Recent reports suggest Nintendo's next-generation console, the Switch 2, might not launch before April 2025. This timeline emerged from discussions with game developers, who reportedly anticipate a release around April or May 2025. This projected launch window could be strategically timed to avoid competition with other major game releases, such as the anticipated "GTA 6," rumored for a Fall 2025 release.

Adding fuel to the speculation fire, journalist Pedro Henrique Lutti Lippe hinted at a potential Switch 2 announcement before August's end. While Nintendo remains tight-lipped, they have confirmed an official announcement before their fiscal year ends in March 2025.

Nintendo's Current Switch Performance: A Dip, But Still Strong

Despite a recent dip in Nintendo Switch sales (-46.4% year-on-year in Q1 FY2025), the console continues to perform well. 2.1 million units were sold in Q1, adding to the impressive 15.7 million units sold in the fiscal year ending March 2024, exceeding initial sales projections. Furthermore, the active user base remains robust, exceeding 128 million accounts in the year leading up to June 2024.

Nintendo's commitment to maximizing sales of both the current Switch hardware and software remains steadfast, even with the upcoming Switch 2 launch. They project 13.5 million Switch unit sales for FY2025, indicating continued confidence in the current model's market presence. The combination of these factors points to a potential "Summer of Switch 2" next year, though concrete details remain elusive pending an official announcement from Nintendo.