Switch 2 Rumors Suggest a \"Summer of Switch 2\" Next Year

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

Recent industry whispers suggest Nintendo's next-generation console, the Switch 2, might not arrive until April 2025 or later. This timeline emerged from discussions on the GamesIndustry.biz podcast, where sources indicated developers have been advised to not expect a launch within the current fiscal year (ending March 2025). Several developers reportedly anticipate a release around April or May 2025.

This projected launch window could be a strategic move to avoid competition with other major game releases, such as the anticipated "GTA 6," speculated for a Fall 2025 release. Further fueling the speculation, journalist Pedro Henrique Lutti Lippe hinted on the O X do Controle podcast that a Switch 2 announcement might precede August 2024. While Nintendo has confirmed an official announcement before March 31st, 2025, these reports remain unverified.

Nintendo's Recent Financial Performance and Switch Sales

Despite a recent dip in Nintendo's share price and a reported 46.4% year-on-year decline in Switch sales for Q1 FY2025 (selling 2.1 million units), the company remains confident. The company maintains a commitment to maximizing both hardware and software sales for the current Switch model, projecting 13.5 million units sold for FY2025. Furthermore, Nintendo highlighted over 128 million annual active users for the Switch family of systems, demonstrating sustained engagement. This suggests a continued focus on the current Switch's performance even as the Switch 2 looms. The ongoing success of the current model, despite the age and upcoming successor, points to a strong existing player base still actively engaging with the console.