The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 may remain difficult to purchase until Spring 2026, according to recent analyses from Japanese financial experts. Since its launch in June 2025, global demand has far exceeded supply, creating significant challenges for both retailers and consumers.

Released on June 5, 2025, the Nintendo Switch 2 has demonstrated record-breaking sales potential that could surpass previous industry benchmarks. The original PlayStation 2 currently holds the title of best-selling console with over 160 million units, followed by Nintendo's own DS handheld at 154 million units sold.

Japanese retailers have implemented special purchasing systems to manage overwhelming demand, including lottery-based sales through Nintendo's official store. President Shuntaro Furukawa publicly addressed the situation in June, citing semiconductor shortages as a primary factor impacting production capacity.

Industry analysts Hideki Yasuda (Toyo Securities) and Zhai Yijia (UBS Securities) project that Nintendo sold approximately 6 million Switch 2 units during its launch month. Their forecasts suggest total sales could reach 18-20 million units by the end of the current fiscal year, though official numbers won't be confirmed until Nintendo's August financial report.

Compounding the supply issues, Nintendo has indicated potential price adjustments in certain markets. The company previously delayed North American pre-orders due to trade policy uncertainties, and continues to monitor global economic factors that may affect final pricing.