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Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Yahoo
Nintendo Leaks Switch 2 Sales Figures Then Clarifies It Was An 'Error'
The Nintendo Switch 2 was definitely a sales powerhouse; however, a recent data leak from Nintendo seemed to suggest the system did even better than we initially thought. In a post by My Nintendo News, the Nintendo Switch 2 had apparently sold over 5 million units worldwide, which would have been a pretty substantial jump since the 3.5 million worldwide sales reported by the company within its first four days. The site claimed that the sales were led by the Americas with 1.8 million units, followed by Japan with 1.47 million, Europe with 1.18 million, and other regions at 0.55 million units. However, Nintendo was quick to clarify this 'leak,' as industry analyst David Gibson reached out to the Mario Makers on Twitter to ask about the data. According to him, Nintendo's response was, 'It appears that test data prepared for a website update was unintentionally made publicly accessible.' They went on to say, 'temporarily visible data was for testing purposes only, and is not accurate, and not related to any sales result or projection of Switch 2.' Despite these updates, the forecast for Nintendo Switch 2 sales remains optimistic, with Gibson himself projecting Switch 2 sales to reach approximately 5.4 million when results are officially announced on August 1st, 2025. This would be in line with the original Switch, which sold 2.74 million units worldwide within its first month of release, and reported 7.63 million by the end of September 30th, 2017. Despite criticisms of the cost of not just the system itself, but both Mario Kart World and upcoming Switch 2 games, excitement for the console remains high, due in large part to its solid hardware and Nintendo's strong brand value. If recent rumours of a Nintendo Direct manage to be true, a slate of new games dedicated to the Switch 2 may further incentivize a purchase.
Express Tribune
11-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Nintendo Switch 2 sales hit 3.5 million in 4 days as demand overwhelms U.S. and Japan retailers
Switch 2 comes equipped with 256 GB of internal storage—eight times the capacity of the original Switch—along with the ability to add more storage via microSD Express cards. PHOTO: YAHOO NEWS Nintendo has reported record-breaking early sales for its new Switch 2 console, with over 3.5 million units sold in just four days following its June 5 launch. The strong debut has led to stock shortages at major U.S. retailers including Walmart, GameStop, Target, and Best Buy, according to their online platforms. While Nintendo has set a sales goal of 15 million units by the end of its fiscal year in March 2026, some analysts believe this target underestimates ongoing demand. Serkan Toto, CEO of gaming consultancy Kantan Games, told CNBC that all indicators pointed to high interest before launch, and he expects additional sales records to be broken in the coming months. David Gibson of MST Financial echoed this, projecting 20 million units sold within the first year. The Switch 2, Nintendo's first major hardware release in eight years, features several key upgrades over its predecessor, including a larger screen, improved processing power, and a new GameChat2 function that enables voice and video chat. It retails in the U.S. for $449, making it the company's most expensive console to date. Despite Nintendo's efforts to prepare sufficient inventory for launch, demand has outpaced supply—especially in Japan. Company President Shuntaro Furukawa revealed that more than 2.2 million people in Japan registered for a lottery to purchase the console on launch day. While shortages are more severe in Japan, Toto noted that global availability appears better managed compared to the 2017 launch of the original Switch. Further complicating supply and pricing are ongoing U.S. trade tariffs, which have already impacted Nintendo's preorder strategy. In April, the company delayed U.S. preorders while it assessed tariff impacts. Gibson suggested that resolving these issues could eventually lead to lower U.S. prices.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Enthusiasts chart history of Britain's railways
The history of Britain's modern railways has been charted in a book celebrating their 200-year anniversary. Enthusiasts across Essex and Suffolk designed the 45-page text with the help of children from three schools. It was designed for Railway 200, which is marking the bicentenary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway opening on 27 September 1825. Jayne Sumner, who helped to create the book, said all involved were "absolutely thrilled" with the end product. It has been authored by rail expert David Gibson, with pictures drawn by pupils from Maltings Academy, in Witham, and primary schools in Great Totham and Terling. The book describes the beginnings of the railway and how it changed the world, including its importance during two world wars. Ms Sumner, of the Essex and South Suffolk Community Rail Partnership, said it took "months of research and development". She added: "I am so grateful to everyone who helped to put it together. "Especially David Gibson for his knowledge and commitment, and all the local schoolchildren whose amazing drawings and designs have added so much to the book and really brought it to life." Copies of the book are available on request by emailing Follow East of England news on X, Instagram and Facebook: BBC Beds, Herts & Bucks, BBC Cambridgeshire, BBC Essex, BBC Norfolk, BBC Northamptonshire or BBC Suffolk. Best-loved railway art unveiled after global vote Celebrating 200 years of pioneering railway Heritage railway marks bicentenary celebrations Railway 200
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Enthusiasts chart history of Britain's railways
The history of Britain's modern railways has been charted in a book celebrating their 200-year anniversary. Enthusiasts across Essex and Suffolk designed the 45-page text with the help of children from three schools. It was designed for Railway 200, which is marking the bicentenary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway opening on 27 September 1825. Jayne Sumner, who helped to create the book, said all involved were "absolutely thrilled" with the end product. It has been authored by rail expert David Gibson, with pictures drawn by pupils from Maltings Academy, in Witham, and primary schools in Great Totham and Terling. The book describes the beginnings of the railway and how it changed the world, including its importance during two world wars. Ms Sumner, of the Essex and South Suffolk Community Rail Partnership, said it took "months of research and development". She added: "I am so grateful to everyone who helped to put it together. "Especially David Gibson for his knowledge and commitment, and all the local schoolchildren whose amazing drawings and designs have added so much to the book and really brought it to life." Copies of the book are available on request by emailing Follow East of England news on X, Instagram and Facebook: BBC Beds, Herts & Bucks, BBC Cambridgeshire, BBC Essex, BBC Norfolk, BBC Northamptonshire or BBC Suffolk. Best-loved railway art unveiled after global vote Celebrating 200 years of pioneering railway Heritage railway marks bicentenary celebrations Railway 200
BBC News
28-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Railway 200 book created by Essex and Suffolk enthusiasts
The history of Britain's modern railways has been charted in a book celebrating their 200-year across Essex and Suffolk designed the 45-page text with the help of children from three was designed for Railway 200, which is marking the bicentenary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway opening on 27 September Sumner, who helped to create the book, said all involved were "absolutely thrilled" with the end product. It has been authored by rail expert David Gibson, with pictures drawn by pupils from Maltings Academy, in Witham, and primary schools in Great Totham and book describes the beginnings of the railway and how it changed the world, including its importance during two world Sumner, of the Essex and South Suffolk Community Rail Partnership, said it took "months of research and development".She added: "I am so grateful to everyone who helped to put it together."Especially David Gibson for his knowledge and commitment, and all the local schoolchildren whose amazing drawings and designs have added so much to the book and really brought it to life."Copies of the book are available on request by emailing Follow East of England news on X, Instagram and Facebook: BBC Beds, Herts & Bucks, BBC Cambridgeshire, BBC Essex, BBC Norfolk, BBC Northamptonshire or BBC Suffolk.
