Nintendo’s Successor to Switch Console Set to Launch in Q1 2025, Sources Say
Nintendo fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the next big thing from the gaming giant, and it seems their patience is about to pay off. According to multiple sources, Nintendo has informed publishers that its highly anticipated successor to the popular Switch console is set to launch in the first quarter of 2025. This exciting news was first reported by Brazilian journalist Pedro Henrique Lutti Lippe, who cited five reliable sources in a recent video.
The report quickly gained traction, with reputable gaming publications such as Video Games Chronicle (VGC), Eurogamer, and Bloomberg also confirming the news through their own sources. However, when approached for comment, a Nintendo spokesperson remained tight-lipped, stating that the company had nothing to disclose at this time.
This isn’t the first time rumors about a new Nintendo console have surfaced. In January, BNN Bloomberg reported that analyst Hiroshi Hayase from the technology research and advisory group Omdia predicted the launch of a new game console from Nintendo in 2025. Hayase even provided some details, mentioning an 8-inch LCD screen for the upcoming device. He believed that this new console would lead to a significant increase in shipments of “amusement displays” this year.
Adding more fuel to the fire, Sharp, a well-known electronics manufacturer, revealed in May 2023 that it was working closely with a console maker and supplying LCD panels for an upcoming gaming device. While Sharp did not explicitly mention Nintendo, many speculate that they could be referring to the highly anticipated successor to the Switch.
The excitement surrounding Nintendo’s next console is palpable, and it’s not just among fans. The Game Developers Conference (GDC) recently released the results of its 12th annual “State of the Game Industry Survey,” which shed light on developers’ perspectives. Surprisingly, 8% of the surveyed developers revealed that they were currently working on projects for the successor to the Nintendo Switch. Additionally, a whopping 32% expressed their keen interest in developing for the upcoming platform, indicating the immense potential it holds.
The Nintendo Switch, which was launched in March 2017, has been a massive success for the company. As of December 31, it has sold an impressive 139.36 million units worldwide. This places the Switch as the third best-selling console of all time, surpassing both Sony’s PlayStation 4 and Nintendo’s iconic Game Boy/Game Boy Color. Only the PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DS have managed to outsell this gaming phenomenon.
With such a remarkable track record, it’s no wonder that fans and industry insiders alike are eagerly anticipating what Nintendo has in store for its next console. While the company remains tight-lipped about any specific details, the rumored launch in the first quarter of 2025 has sent waves of excitement throughout the gaming community.
As we eagerly await further updates from Nintendo, one thing is certain: the successor to the Switch has the potential to revolutionize the gaming industry once again. With its innovative features, captivating games, and the loyal fanbase that Nintendo has cultivated over the years, it’s safe to say that the future of gaming looks brighter than ever.
