Nintendo Shifts Development Focus to Switch 2

Nintendo has announced a strategic shift in its development focus toward the Nintendo Switch 2, just five months after the console's launch, signaling the gradual transition away from its blockbuster predecessor. The company confirmed during its latest financial briefing that it will prioritize the new platform while continuing to support the original Switch based on ongoing consumer demand.

The Nintendo Switch 2 debuted on June 5, 2025, at a starting price of $449.99, featuring 256GB of internal storage, 1080p resolution in handheld mode, and 4K output when docked. Since its release, it has sold more than 10.36 million units worldwide, making it the fastest-selling console at launch in Nintendo's history. According to the company, 84 percent of buyers previously owned the original Switch, with purchases distributed evenly among those who adopted the first console at various points since its 2017 debut. That original model has now surpassed 154 million units sold, positioning it to potentially overtake the PlayStation 2 as the best-selling console ever.

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa stated that the Switch 2 represents the new standard for the company's hybrid gaming...