Nintendo has raised its sales forecast for the Switch 2 console to 19 million units for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, up from an earlier estimate of 15 million. The increase illustrates strong momentum since June’s launch of the hybrid home-and-portable system. As of September 30, the company reported more than 10.3 million units sold, and highlighted that key titles such as Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza are driving software attach rates and customer uptake.

The financial update also included a full-year operating profit upgrade to 370 billion yen (approximately $2.45 billion), marking a 16 percent improvement from prior guidance. Nintendo noted the upcoming holiday season will be a critical window, with new releases in the Pokémon and Kirby franchises expected to bolster sales. The company pointed out that company-wide profits for April through September jumped nearly 85 percent year-over-year, as revenues surpassed ¥1.1 trillion (roughly $7.1 billion).

Several factors underpin the strong performance. The Switch 2 launched in a less constrained supply environment than many competitors, allowing for broader global availability early in its lifecycle. Nintendo’s strategy of bundling first-party flagship titles with the console—along with aggressive holiday line-ups—has helped maintain consumer interest and high software attachment. The hardware’s backward compatibility with the original Switch library also eased the upgrade decision for existing owners.

Analysts still see potential headwinds. Hardware margin pressures are emerging, with the operating profit ratio for the recent half-year sliding to 13.2 percent from 23.2 percent a year earlier, driven by higher production costs and investment in new game development. Nintendo also cited geopolitical risks and tariff exposure as possible constraints on growth.

The revised forecast to 19 million units reflects confidence in the Switch 2’s market strength. The company aims to expand the console’s user base, sustain strong software output, and leverage its intellectual property across hardware and digital platforms. With a strong launch behind it and the holiday season ahead, Nintendo appears well-positioned to make the Switch 2 one of its most successful systems yet.