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US: Nintendo launches Switch 2 choose your game bundle this summer
Nintendo of America is launching a "Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle" in early June for $499.99. The bundle includes a Nintendo Switch 2 system and a download code for one of three select games: Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokémon Pokopia. The new console features enhanced graphics up to 4K resolution and reimagined Joy-Con 2 controllers.
Nintendo announces limited time Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle
Nintendo has announced a new limited-time bundle for the Nintendo Switch 2, available in early June for $499.99. The bundle includes a Switch 2 system and a digital download code for one of three select games: Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokemon Pokopia. This offer provides a saving of $29.99 and will be available at participating retailers for a limited time.
Nintendo promises a strong roster of Switch 2 games to counterbalance the recent price increases
Nintendo has announced a price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2, raising it from $449.99 to $499.99, aiming to maintain profitability amidst rising costs. President Shuntaro Furukawa promised a robust software lineup to enhance the console's value and overcome potential sales challenges, mentioning upcoming titles and potential third-party exclusives.
Nintendo Switch 2 is Getting a Choose Your Game Bundle in Early June for $499.99
Nintendo is launching a 'Choose Your Game Bundle' for the Nintendo Switch 2 in early June for $499.99, including a download code for one of three selected games. This bundle will be available before a price increase on September 1st, which will raise the console's MRP to $499.99. Nintendo also reported selling nearly 20 million Switch 2 units by March 31st, 2026, and projected a year-on-year decline in hardware sales for the upcoming fiscal year.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026 – Tomodachi Life, Pokemon Pokopia in the top three
The UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top three. EA SPORTS FC 26 remains at the number one spot, with Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition and Mario Kart World rounding out the top five.
Nintendo says Switch 2 sales are picking up in the west, not concerned about momentum, “wealth of new titles” on the way
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa stated that Nintendo Switch 2 sales have improved in Western markets since the start of the year, driven by titles like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Pokemon Pokopia. The company forecasts 16.5 million units sold in the upcoming fiscal year and is confident in its momentum, emphasizing the importance of upcoming system-selling titles to encourage player transitions.
Indiana Jones whips into this week’s Nintendo eShop roundup
The Nintendo eShop has received new releases including Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Mixtape, both available on Nintendo Switch 2. The roundup also highlights various games suitable for Mother's Day celebrations and ongoing in-game events for Pokémon Pokopia and Donkey Kong Bananza.
Nintendo Stock Continues To Dive Following Low Switch 2 Sales Predictions
Nintendo's stock price has fallen nearly 8%, reaching a two-year low, due to investor concerns over pessimistic sales predictions for the Switch 2's second year. The company cited hardware shortages and market pressures, despite exceeding initial sales forecasts for the console's first year. Analysts are questioning Nintendo's confidence in its software pipeline and the console's future momentum, especially with an upcoming price increase.
Nintendo President Apologizes for Switch 2 Price Hike, Promises Robust Software Lineup
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa has apologized for the upcoming price increase of the Nintendo Switch 2, citing rising production costs and global shortages. The company plans to mitigate this by ensuring a robust software lineup. Price adjustments will also affect the original Nintendo Switch models and Nintendo Switch Online services starting in May and July, respectively.
Nintendo Switch 2 Nears 20 Million Units Sold, But Fiscal Year 2027 Forecast is Down
Nintendo's latest financial report indicates the Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 19.86 million units as of March 31, 2026, with 2.49 million units sold in the last quarter. Despite strong initial adoption and software sales, Nintendo forecasts a year-on-year decline in Switch 2 sales for fiscal year 2027, attributing this to sales being concentrated in the launch year and recent price revisions.
Games Inbox: Are you saving up for the PS6?
Readers discuss the upcoming PlayStation 6, with many expressing reluctance to spend over £500 on a new console given current financial pressures and the existing capabilities of current-generation hardware. The discussion also touches on the potential for ongoing DLC for single-player games, the success of Pokémon Pokopia, and the retirement of Nintendo veteran Takashi Tezuka.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 10, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia holds on strong, Mixtape debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 10, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot. Newcomer Mixtape debuted in the top three download-only games. The charts list the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only titles available on the platform.
Nintendo Switch And Switch 2 Updated Sales Numbers Announced
Nintendo has released updated sales figures for the Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Nintendo Switch 2, as of March 31, 2026. The Nintendo Switch has sold 155.92 million units, while the Switch 2 has reached 19.86 million units. The report also details sales for top-selling first-party titles on both consoles.
Which Handheld Gaming Console Should You Buy in 2026? | TAG
This guide helps consumers choose the right handheld gaming console in 2026 based on their gaming habits rather than specs. It compares the Nintendo Switch 2, Steam Deck OLED, ASUS ROG Ally X, Lenovo Legion Go S, and budget retro handhelds, outlining the ideal user for each device. The article emphasizes simplicity for the Switch 2, Steam library access for the Steam Deck OLED, and performance for Windows handhelds, while recommending retro devices for nostalgia.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (9th May)
Several Nintendo editors and contributors share their weekend gaming plans, which include titles like Tomodachi Life, Pragmata, Pentiment, and various Metroidvanias. There's also excitement for upcoming releases such as a Star Fox reimagining and a new Mina the Hollower release date.
PS5 Will Soon Be Cheaper Than Switch 2 in Japan, But Is It Going to Make Any Difference?
The PlayStation 5 will become cheaper than the Nintendo Switch 2 in Japan starting May 25th, following a ¥10,000 price increase for the Switch 2. Despite this, the PlayStation 5 continues to significantly underperform in Japanese sales compared to the Nintendo Switch, largely due to a lack of exclusive titles that appeal to the Japanese market.
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales at 19.86 Million Units With Nintendo Switch Sales Pushing to 155.92 Million Units
Nintendo's latest fiscal report reveals the Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 19.86 million units in its first fiscal year, while the original Nintendo Switch reached 155.92 million units sold, surpassing the Nintendo DS. The company forecasts 16.5 million Nintendo Switch 2 units for the next fiscal year and plans to increase its price by $50 in North America starting September 1st.
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Sold Over 4m Units in Six Weeks on Switch
Nintendo revealed that Pokemon FireRed and Pokemon LeafGreen sold over four million units combined on the Nintendo Switch within their first six weeks of release. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Mario Kart World, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and Donkey Kong Bananza also reported strong sales figures for the fiscal year.
You better get your Switch 2 now if you want to avoid price hikes
Nintendo has announced price increases for the Nintendo Switch in Japan, the United States, Canada, and Europe, citing changes in market conditions and the global business outlook. The price hike will take effect in Japan on May 25 and in other regions on September 1. Nintendo Switch Online prices are also increasing in Japan.
Pricing and censorship complaints be damned: Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen sold over 4 million units in six weeks
Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen have sold over 4 million units combined globally within six weeks of their release on Game Boy Advance. Despite controversies regarding pricing and a profanity filter, the remakes have achieved significant commercial success. The article also notes the strong sales of the new title Pokémon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch.
