77% Of Gen Z Japanese Users Looking Forward To Launch Of Nintendo Switch 2

RECCOO, a Japanese analytics company, conducted a survey among 300 Gen Z users in Japan this month (April 2025) to find out what they think about the Nintendo Switch 2.

The survey results show that 77% of Gen Z Japanese users are looking forward to the release of the console, however 72% will not buy it. 63% of respondents felt that its “very expensive” or “expensive.

In addition, Mario Kart World is the most highly anticipated upcoming Nintendo title, followed by Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Rhythm Heaven Groove.

We leave you with the full survey results below.

Do you know that Nintendo Switch 2 is launching on June 5, 2025?

• Yes – 75%
• No – 25%

Do you currently own a Nintendo Switch?

• Yes – 53%
• No – 47%

Do you have plans to buy Nintendo Switch 2?

• Yes, definitely – 6%
• Maybe – 22%
• Maybe not – 47%
• Definitely not – 25%

How do you feel about the Nintendo Switch 2 price point (Japanese System – 49,980 yen)?

• Very expensive – 18%
• Expensive – 45%
• It’s alright – 29%
• Cheap – 5%
• Very cheap – 2%

What is your most highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 title?

1. Mario Kart World
2. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
3. Rhythm Heaven Groove

Which new feature are you looking forward to the most on Nintendo Switch 2?

• Vivid display and 4K resolution – 40%
• Improvement in battery life – 24%
• GameChat – 21%
• Mouse controls – 10%

Are you looking forward to the launch of Nintendo Switch 2?

• Extremely looking forward + looking forward – 77%
• Not looking forward + not looking forward to it at all – 23%