So, here’s something pretty big — Nintendo seems to be preparing a seriously massive launch for the Switch 2 in Japan. From everything we’ve seen so far, it looks like over 1.2 million units are going to be shipped out right on the first day. That’s a lot, even for Nintendo. Honestly, this could end up being one of their biggest console launches ever in Japan. And considering how crazy the demand usually is for new Nintendo gear, it kinda makes sense they’re going this big.
What’s interesting is that this number isn’t just a random guess. It’s based on how many units are being set aside for people who pre-ordered through the My Nintendo Store, plus big retailers like Amazon Japan, Yodobashi, and others. And when you add all that up, it paints a pretty clear picture — Nintendo is going all-in for launch day.
A Look at the Pre-Order Numbers
Okay, so let’s break this down a bit. Nintendo held two pre-order lottery rounds through the My Nintendo Store — one in April and one in May. In total, about 799,000 consoles were reserved just through these two lotteries. The first round gave out a little over 517,000 units, and the second one had around 281,000.
Now add in the units going to retail stores, and you're looking at around 428,000 more Switch 2 consoles. That gives us a grand total of roughly 1,227,670 units expected to be out there on day one — which is, honestly, kind of wild. It shows Nintendo is expecting huge interest, and they’re clearly trying to meet that demand right away.
Even With So Many Units, It Might Still Be Hard to Get One
Here’s the twist — even though that’s a big number, it still might not be enough. Lots of people in Japan tried to get their hands on the Switch 2 through those lotteries and didn’t make the cut. Some folks are already talking about how frustrating it was, and that they couldn’t even land a spot. So while 1.2 million sounds like a lot, the demand might be even higher.
It just shows how much people are hyped about this next-gen console. Whether it’s for the new games, upgraded hardware, or just because it’s the latest from Nintendo — everyone wants in. So yeah, expect some chaos on launch day, especially in stores.
Delivery is Set for Launch Day — June 5
If you were lucky enough to get a console through pre-order, good news — Nintendo says all those units should arrive on June 5, the official release date. That includes both the ones from the My Nintendo Store lotteries and from other major retailers.
There’s always a chance there might be a few delivery hiccups here and there, but overall, it looks like Nintendo is doing its best to stick to the plan. It’s a strong sign that they want this launch to go smoothly — or at least as smoothly as a major console launch can go.
