Nintendo says demand for Switch 2 console in Japan is overwhelming

Nintendo is experiencing a massive surge in demand for its upcoming Switch 2 console in Japan, with nearly 2.2 million applicants for a lottery sale that prioritizes frequent Switch users and online shoppers from the original device. Production ramp-ups are underway as analysts predict between 6 to 8 million units will be available by June, while Trump tariffs on Vietnam components have added complexity to global supply chain planning.