During the Q&A session, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa commented that there are concerns about potential shortages of the Switch 2 at launch, as happened with the original model, especially during the pandemic.
One of the highlights was the production plan for the new console, which promises to be more ambitious compared to its predecessor.
Production focused on global demand
During the Q&A session, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa addressed concerns about potential Switch 2 shortages at launch, a situation that occurred with the original model, especially during the pandemic. Furukawa stated that the company is taking risks to ensure robust production , aiming to meet as much demand as possible from the start.
The use of the phrase "taking risks" is unusual in Nintendo statements, which highlights the seriousness with which the company is approaching the production of the new console. This indicates that Nintendo is willing to invest heavily in initial manufacturing to avoid inventory problems.
Gauging Public Interest in Nintendo Switch 2
Therefore, Nintendo also revealed that production adjustments will be made based on the impact of the next Nintendo Direct , scheduled for April 2, 2025, as well as feedback from demo sessions around the world. These events will be crucial for gauging real audience interest and adjusting production accordingly.
Despite the experience gained with the first Switch, Furukawa emphasized that rapidly expanding production capacity remains a challenge. However, the company is preparing to respond quickly if demand exceeds expectations.
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Source: Famitsu
