Overview
- Nintendo has delayed US pre-orders for the Switch 2 to assess the impact of recent tariffs announced by President Trump.
- The console's launch date remains set for June 5, 2025, at a confirmed price of $450, with no immediate price increase expected.
- Analysts have revised 2025 sales forecasts for the Switch 2 from 17 million to 15 million units, citing tariff concerns and market uncertainties.
- Nintendo is stockpiling millions of units in the US during a temporary 90-day tariff pause to mitigate potential future cost increases.
- Despite a $400 production cost per unit, Nintendo may sell the Switch 2 at a loss in the US due to the current 10% tariff rate.