Overview

• The Switch2 debuted on June 5 and sold over 3.5 million units within its first four days of release.
• Priced at $450, the console offers a 7.9-inch 1080p LCD display with 120Hz refresh and magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers.
• New GameChat video and voice functionality complements backward compatibility with most original Switch games.
• U.S. pre-orders were delayed by tariffs on Chinese-made electronics and require a Nintendo account and Switch Online membership to deter scalping.
• Nintendo has pledged to restock through summer and the holiday season to meet persistent demand and hit its March 2026 target.