Will The Nintendo Switch 2 Be A Success?
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GigaBowser
The bear of bad news
50 more millions vews on nintendo jarpan and us twitter sales explosion
LastBattle
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Really hard to tell. The Switch struck gold by presenting a compelling unique selling point while also having a very distinct brand. The device itself is also easily recognisable and distinct from all similar devices.
This time around the Switch 2 is barely distinguishable from the Switch and if the games look largely the same to your average Joe, they have quite the hill to climb. Also depends on what percentage of the market are normies and parents buying for their kids, who will see little reason to upgrade.
But hey, I'm usually wrong about these things. I thought the Series consoles would be a huge success.
This time around the Switch 2 is barely distinguishable from the Switch and if the games look largely the same to your average Joe, they have quite the hill to climb. Also depends on what percentage of the market are normies and parents buying for their kids, who will see little reason to upgrade.
But hey, I'm usually wrong about these things. I thought the Series consoles would be a huge success.
LavitzSlambert
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It will be successful. Maybe not as much as Switch, but it will do very well.
Mozza
Member
It's not what people wanted though, in reality they wanted a Vita 2 that could play original software and also be a remote PS5. Also the portal does not have an OLED screen. Funny how some suggest Nintendo are wrong for not going with OLED for the Switch 2, but seem to give Sony and the portal a pass on this one.That's bullshit. Sony clearly calls it a "remote player for PS5". If folks somehow mistakenly buy the thing because they somehow think it is a "self contained handheld" then they can just return it.
Now.....explain the "scam".
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PlayStation Portal™ Remote Player gives you access to the games on your PS5 over your home Wi-Fi, letting you jump right into gaming without needing to play on a TV.www.playstation.com
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CuteFaceJay
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It's going to print money.
Topher
Identifies as young
Eh....that doesn't make PlayStation Portal a "scam". And I don't know how you can say people didn't want this when it has sold extremely well. It was the best selling peripheral in the US in 2024.
Also the portal does not have an OLED screen. Funny how some suggest Nintendo are wrong for not going with OLED for the Switch 2, but seem to give Sony and the portal a pass on this one.
And? I didn't say anything about OLED in either case. I was explaining why it was absurd to call PS Portal a "scam".
Mozza
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I never stated the portal was a scam, just that it was not what people wanted. And I never stated you did say anything about the OLED screens, just added it to my post.
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Topher
Identifies as young
"People" wanted it and bought it.
Since neither Portal or Switch 2 have OLED then it is a moot point.
Deerock71
Member
This is a specious argument. That was the literal stupidest thing Nintendo could've done. I kind of think Reggie even provided a little pushback before going forward with it. But Nintendo.
I'd like to have the energy to search for the PSP vs DS threads, but you know, most people here probably were not even alive then.
Sooner
Member
Most the people here are in their 30s and 40s.
While the DS was massive, the PSP was pretty big too with over 80 million consoles sold.
Robb
Gold Member
Depends on what's being argued. I think WiiU was a pretty unique peek into how far the hardcore Nintendo fanbase alone can carry them. Which isn't very far, for better or worse.
Mozza
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It's still not what they really wanted, and whichever way you spin it, it's still very niche."People" wanted it and bought it.
Since neither Portal or Switch 2 have OLED then it is a moot point.
Topher
Identifies as young
I'm not the one pretending I speak for what others "wanted". That's you. Pointing out how well it sold is not spin. It is a fact.
Mozza
Member
It's still niche. Which is not really surprising as fans wanted a Vita 2.
Topher
Identifies as young
I don't recall any big push for a Vita 2 anywhere.
Mozza
Member
Well I suppose the Vita did do pretty low numbers. But there was speculation about the portal before it was revealed. AS many thought Sony were working on a new handheld device, not just a remote play device, which would always have a pretty limited appeal.
Although I suppose for an accessory it's done much better than one would expect.
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LordOcidax
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I always love to retrospectively read GAF's prediction threads and see how many crows are being served, the thread of Nintendo disappearing or failing with the Switch 1 sales is so much fun!
So now that we have enough details about the price, specs, launch line up and upcoming games, how do you think the Switch 2 would fair? will it be Nintendo's last console? will it be a big success like the Switch 1?
To make it more specific and interesting write down how many units do you expect this to sell through its lifetime?
GAF tell me what you think!
So now that we have enough details about the price, specs, launch line up and upcoming games, how do you think the Switch 2 would fair? will it be Nintendo's last console? will it be a big success like the Switch 1?
To make it more specific and interesting write down how many units do you expect this to sell through its lifetime?
GAF tell me what you think!
Magic Carpet
Gold Member
It will be less of a success than the Switch 1. I'm almost sure of that.
The Lunch Legend
GAF's Nicest Lunch Thief and Nosiest Dildo Archeologist
Wii U level of success, yes ! 
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applesaucejaxon
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I think it will be a success, just not nearly as successful as the first Switch.
My guess would be 80-90M units tops. Maybe?
My guess would be 80-90M units tops. Maybe?
GrandlyBodacious
Member
It will make a profit.
But it will not be a huge success, no. It will not match Switch's numbers.
But it will not be a huge success, no. It will not match Switch's numbers.
HeisenbergFX4
Member
Sure, Nintendo will ride it for the next 10 years which will equate to another 150 million sold
Deerock71
Member
Famous last words...Wii U level of success, yes !
hououinkyouma00
Member
Anybody that thinks it won't be a success is retarded.
Will it be Switch levels of success/ Probably not but my guess it at least 360/PS3 sales numbers.
Will it be Switch levels of success/ Probably not but my guess it at least 360/PS3 sales numbers.
Durin
Member
Not really seeing a Breath of the Wild launch window level game to sell like the Switch 1 had, but it will likely still be a success.
I've seen some people shit on the graphics, but the gap between this and current consoles/pc really shows the diminished returns on fidelity this gen. It was so much worse for the Switch 1 trying to do PS4 games.
I've seen some people shit on the graphics, but the gap between this and current consoles/pc really shows the diminished returns on fidelity this gen. It was so much worse for the Switch 1 trying to do PS4 games.
The Lunch Legend
GAF's Nicest Lunch Thief and Nosiest Dildo Archeologist
No u.
LordOcidax
Member
Mario Kart?
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Hari Seldon
Member
The console hardware will be a massive success, but the game prices will hold back the attach rate.
James Sawyer Ford
Member
It'll do fine, it won't be a switch 1 success though
jshackles
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It's an extremely "safe" iteration on the original hardware. Mario Kart is going to be a system seller. Their biggest competition will be with themselves, the Switch 1 being $100-$200 cheaper and having mostly the same software library (at launch). That said, the hardware seems okay - 1080p/120fps screen that's much larger than the original, and can output 4K from the dock.
I think it'll sell okay, but I don't think it'll be nearly the success the Switch had unless there are outside factors (like another global pandemic) that give it a bump.
I think it'll sell okay, but I don't think it'll be nearly the success the Switch had unless there are outside factors (like another global pandemic) that give it a bump.
MrJangles
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Mario Kart will sell way more than any Zelda game.
Deerock71
Member
Not trying to pile on, but MK 8 curb-stomped Zelda in sales on Switch.
Hellraizah
Member
It will be a success with Nintendo fans. Many of them would lick a turd in the middle of the street of you put a Nintendo logo on it.
But as for the mainstream, it will be a hard sell at that price, especially since it doesn't differ much from Switch 1 as far as usual Nintendo gimmick goes.
Also, a lot of young kids already have phones and tablets with ultra cheap games to play on so $450 will be a hard sell for many parents.
But as for the mainstream, it will be a hard sell at that price, especially since it doesn't differ much from Switch 1 as far as usual Nintendo gimmick goes.
Also, a lot of young kids already have phones and tablets with ultra cheap games to play on so $450 will be a hard sell for many parents.
Griffon
Member
With the prices, now I'm sure it will be a slow burn.
The NS1 will continue to live alongside the NS2, and adoption/replacement will happen progressively and slowly over time.
This is the new Nintendo strategy, no outright immediate replacement, NS2 to NS3 will happen the same way.
The NS1 will continue to live alongside the NS2, and adoption/replacement will happen progressively and slowly over time.
This is the new Nintendo strategy, no outright immediate replacement, NS2 to NS3 will happen the same way.
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NotMyProblemAnymoreCunt
Biggest Trails Stan
Wii U level of success, yes !
I can see this doing around 100 to 150 Million at least in terms of units sold
Guardian Monkey
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On the doubtful side of that at (150 mil) @10yr, they will have to have a upgrade sooner than that, unless they offer a true mid cycle hardware upgrade.
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