Switch 2 forecast lowered, but it could still fastest-selling console ever | DFC

DFC Intelligence, a game analyst firm with decades of experience, said it is lowering its Switch 2 unit sales forecast due to pricing concerns. At the same time, DFC expects the Switch 2 to be the fastest-selling console system ever. The coming June 5 launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 is one of the most important milestones in video game history, said DFC Intelligence. While DFC Intelligence is lowering its unit sales forecast due to pricing concerns, the Switch 2 is expected to be the fastest selling console system ever. In a statement, Nintendo said of the Trump administration’s tariffs, “Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start April 9, 2025 in order to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. Nintendo will update timing at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025 is unchanged.” Nintendo reportedly shifted manufacturing of the Switch 2 from China to Vietnam, but Vietnam got hit with tariffs as well. Most importantly it will con ... Read full article.