The Nintendo Direct on April 2 will introduce Nintendo’s first major console update in nearly a decade: the Nintendo Switch 2, which is expected to launch in 2025. With over 150 million units of the original Switch sold since 2017, there are significant expectations riding on its successor. The announcement will be crucial for Nintendo’s standing in the gaming market, which forms the backbone of its profits.

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Despite high hopes, some gamers express skepticism. A user on X stated, “I think we are going to be let down big time by Nintendo,” citing increased development costs and delays in new projects.

Should You Buy or Short Nintendo Stock Before the April 2 Announcement?

Historically, the recommendation has been to short Nintendo stock before a major console launch, as previous systems have often underperformed except for the Wii and the Switch.

• GameCube (flop)
• Wii (success)
• Wii U (flop)
• Switch (success)
• Next Switch? Pending evaluation.

As tensions rise in the macroeconomic landscape, with Trump set to announce a new tariff strategy, market reactions could influence Nintendo’s stock price. Optimistically, if Nintendo successfully distinguishes the Switch 2 from its predecessor with solid new titles, it may ensure its financial future.

Future Titles Confirmed for the Switch 2:

• Mario Kart 8 Switch 2 Edition
• Metroid Prime 4
• Super Mario Odyssey 2

The stakes are particularly high; as the sole console currently, the Switch 2’s performance is critical for Nintendo’s sustainability moving forward.