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PlayStation has postponed the release of its FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick 'due to unexpected production delays,' says it 'will launch at a later date'
PlayStation has announced a delay for its FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick, originally scheduled for an August 6 release. The company cited unexpected production delays and stated the peripheral will launch at a later date to ensure the best player experience. Pre-order holders will be contacted with updates.
Control Issues
The release of the PlayStation FlexStrike Fight Stick has been delayed due to unexpected production issues. The exact nature of these problems has not been disclosed, but it impacts the availability of the new accessory.
Switch 1 isn't dead yet – Nintendo will "continue selling" its console worldwide in 2027, just not…
Nintendo has confirmed that it will continue selling the original Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED models worldwide beyond 2026, with production planned until 2027. This statement clarifies earlier announcements regarding the discontinuation of sales in Europe by mid-February 2027, a move influenced by new European regulations on waste reduction and product longevity. The company is shifting its focus to the next-generation Switch 2, expected early next year.
Nintendo is phasing out the Switch in February 2027, just weeks ahead of the console's 10-year anniversary
Nintendo has confirmed that production of the original Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED Model will cease in mid-February 2027, just before the console's 10th anniversary. While sales will continue through 2026, the company will no longer sell hardware to retailers or on its own store after that date. This decision comes as the Switch approaches its decade-long lifespan and faces potential competition from a successor console.
PS6 could cost nearly $1,000 USD just to produce
A leaker suggests the PlayStation 6 could cost nearly $1,000 USD to produce due to rising component prices, particularly for RAM and SSDs driven by the AI boom. Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Hideaki Nishino indicated that the company may not absorb all increased costs, implying higher retail prices for future consoles. This trend is also impacting sales of current-generation consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
It looks like PlayStation 6 is going to cost Sony about $1,000 to make, which likely means it will cost more than that at retail
A recent leak suggests that the manufacturing cost for the upcoming PlayStation 6 could reach approximately $960 per unit, significantly higher than previous estimates. This increased cost, driven by component prices, may lead to a retail price exceeding $1,000, a historically high figure for a PlayStation console. Sony has not officially announced any details regarding the PlayStation 6's launch date or pricing.
PS6 will cost Sony £750 just for the raw materials says insider
An insider estimates the raw materials for the PlayStation 6 could cost around $960 (£730), significantly increasing the potential retail price. This surge is attributed to rising memory and hard drive costs, driven by demand for AI data centers, impacting all hardware manufacturers. Sony and Microsoft may face difficult decisions regarding console pricing and profitability.
Nintendo (NTDOY) President Furukawa addresses stock price collapse at annual shareholder meeting
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa addressed shareholder concerns regarding the company's stock price decline at the annual shareholder meeting. He acknowledged the market's perception and reiterated the goal of expanding the Nintendo Switch 2 player base. Furukawa also confirmed sufficient component availability for near-term Switch 2 production, emphasizing the importance of software driving hardware sales.
Evening Consolidation
Nintendo is reportedly planning a 20% production increase for its next-generation console, the Nintendo Switch 2. In separate news, Sony has delisted and shut down the PlayStation 5 multiplayer game Destruction AllStars.
Report: Latest Nintendo Switch 2 production estimates contrast hardware forecast
Nintendo reportedly plans to produce around 20 million Nintendo Switch 2 consoles in the current fiscal year, exceeding its own sales forecast by 20 percent. The company's president, Shuntaro Furukawa, cited rising component and oil prices as reasons for recent global price increases on the console.
Nintendo reportedly planning 20% production increase for Switch 2
Nintendo is reportedly planning a 20% increase in production for its upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console, aiming for 20 million units. This adjustment comes despite an earlier forecast of 16.5 million units for the next fiscal year. Analysts suggest Nintendo's strategy of initially lowballing numbers and then exceeding them is a common practice.
Price rises? What price rises? Nintendo reportedly ramping up Switch 2 production, aiming to produce 20 million consoles by March 2027
Nintendo is reportedly planning to produce 20 million units of its next-generation console, the Nintendo Switch 2, by March 2027, an increase from previous projections. This news follows a controversial price hike for the console in North America, Europe, and Japan, which is set to take effect in September 2026. The company's increased production target suggests strong confidence in future sales, potentially bolstered by unannounced game releases.
Nintendo Reportedly Producing 20 Million Switch 2 Consoles In FY2027
Nintendo is reportedly planning to produce 20 million units of its next-generation console, the Switch 2, during fiscal year 2027. This figure significantly exceeds the company's previously conservative sales forecast of 16.5 million units for the same period. This increased production target suggests Nintendo anticipates strong demand, potentially driven by anticipated game releases like a rumored Ocarina of Time remake and the new Pokémon title.
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.
