Summary
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been released worldwide, with many stores opening at midnight to meet eager fans. Although there are questions about its higher game prices, the strong pre-order numbers suggest significant interest in the new console.
Key Facts
- The Nintendo Switch 2 is now available globally, with some stores opening at midnight for the launch.
- Many customers pre-ordered the console, with UK retailer Currys reporting it's their largest gaming pre-order ever.
- Some pre-orders were canceled by the supplier Game, and Nintendo paused pre-orders in the US briefly over tariff concerns.
- The Switch 2's main high-profile game, Mario Kart World, costs £74.99, which is higher than usual.
- Currys sold 30,000 units, citing high excitement for the release.
- The original Nintendo Switch has sold over 150 million units since its release in 2017.
- The Switch 2 continues the "hybrid" design, which allows use as both a handheld and a TV-connected console, now with a larger screen and more power.
- This is the first time Nintendo has released a direct sequel to a previous console model.
