Share price drops for gaming giant as new hardware launch pushed

The much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, expected for release later this year, may face a setback as recent rumours suggest a delay to 2025.

Despite earlier speculation and hopes for a 2024 launch, developers targeting the next-gen console have reportedly been informed of a later release.

This unexpected news has disappointed fans, impacting Nintendo’s stock value. Analysts, previously anticipating a 2024 release, now await official confirmation from the company, as consumers and industry observers grapple with the potential shift in the console’s launch timeline.

As Nintendo reassesses its timeline for the Switch 2, fans and industry stakeholders will undoubtedly be closely monitoring developments, eager for any official announcements regarding the highly anticipated gaming console.