Analysts Predict Switch 2 Will Cost “US$400 Or More”, Biggest Console Launch Ever
Earlier this year, Nintendo officially revealed the Switch 2, with more details set to be shared in an April 2nd Nintendo Direct.
Ahead of this presentation, analysts have continued to speculate about the console’s launch. According to a report published by Bloomberg, the consensus from analysts is that the console is likely to cost around US$400 or more, making it “Nintendo’s priciest machine to date”. Even so, they believe that it will still be the “biggest console launch ever”, with first-day inventory of around “6 million to 8 million” units.
Analyst Dr. Serkan Toto: “They will sell boatloads of Switch 2 in the first months in particular, almost regardless of the price We can expect a great software lineup in year one, from new Mario Kart and 3D Mario after eight years to Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4.There will also be third-party support from day one, most probably including blockbusters like Call of Duty.”
Analyst Hideki Yasuda: “The original Switch’s Nvidia chip is estimated to cost $80 per unit, while the Switch 2’s chip is likely to be in the $130-$150 range I wouldn’t be surprised if Nintendo goes ahead with $499.”
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