Nintendo Launches Highly Anticipated Switch 2 with Record Sales
The new console achieved record sales within days of its release, sparking high demand in Costa Rica and beyond.
Nintendo has officially launched the Switch 2, a highly anticipated successor to its popular gaming console, following significant buzz from enthusiasts.
In its first four days on the market, the Switch 2 sold an impressive 3.5 million units, setting a new benchmark for console sales within this timeframe.
In Costa Rica, interest in the Switch 2 is expected to mirror the global trend, with various retailers anticipating robust sales.
Rooper Espinoza, a developer in the Computation and Gaming category at Grupo Unicomer Costa Rica, stated that the company is offering the console for pre-sale at a launch price of ¢359,900.
Pre-orders can be placed through Gollo.com, radioshack.cr, or at one of more than 200 locations of Gollo, RadioShack, and La Curacao, all part of Grupo Unicomer's retail network.
Espinoza revealed that approximately 500 units have been allocated for the initial launch, with expectations that demand will exceed supply swiftly.
In addition, Tiendas Universal announced its pre-sale of the Switch 2 on June 11, pricing the console at ¢379,990 and pledging delivery by June 23.
Another retailer, Innovacell, is offering the console at ¢359,950, with an estimated delivery window of June 16 to 20. They noted limited stock availability, emphasizing the anticipated rush.
Vértigo has set its price at ¢399,000, which includes the video game Mario Kart World in downloadable format.
Walmart has indicated that it will have the Switch 2 available but has yet to confirm a specific launch date or pricing details.
The company stated that it would not participate in pre-selling the console, foreseeing high demand and limited inventory.
In the United States, the Switch 2 was made available only through four authorized retailers: GameStop, Walmart, BestBuy, and Target, where it quickly sold out.
For those considering importing the console, JetBox has priced the basic version at $449, with additional shipping and customs fees totaling approximately $325.70, bringing the total estimated cost to about $774.70 (around ¢391,500).
Gabriela Apuy, the marketing manager of JetBox, noted that while such high import costs typically deter significant demand, the urgency among fans to have the console before its official release presents a viable option for some consumers.
The Switch 2 boasts several enhancements over its predecessor, including a larger, higher-resolution screen and improved processing power.
It retains its hybrid design, allowing connection to a television or portable use.
In the U.S., the base model is priced at $449.99, compared to the original Switch's launch price of $299.99. There is also a package including Mario Kart World priced at $499.99.
The console's packaging includes the main unit, two Joy-Con controllers, straps, a docking station, a Joy-Con grip, a power adapter, and an HDMI cable.
Video games for the new console will be offered at a standard digital price of $79.99, a significant increase from the $59.99 digital titles for the previous version.
Nintendo aims to sell 15 million units of the Switch 2 by March 2026, a target comparable to its predecessor's first-year sales.
Since its launch in 2017, the Nintendo Switch family has sold a total of 154 million units, making it the third best-selling game console in history.
In its first four days on the market, the Switch 2 sold an impressive 3.5 million units, setting a new benchmark for console sales within this timeframe.
In Costa Rica, interest in the Switch 2 is expected to mirror the global trend, with various retailers anticipating robust sales.
Rooper Espinoza, a developer in the Computation and Gaming category at Grupo Unicomer Costa Rica, stated that the company is offering the console for pre-sale at a launch price of ¢359,900.
Pre-orders can be placed through Gollo.com, radioshack.cr, or at one of more than 200 locations of Gollo, RadioShack, and La Curacao, all part of Grupo Unicomer's retail network.
Espinoza revealed that approximately 500 units have been allocated for the initial launch, with expectations that demand will exceed supply swiftly.
In addition, Tiendas Universal announced its pre-sale of the Switch 2 on June 11, pricing the console at ¢379,990 and pledging delivery by June 23.
Another retailer, Innovacell, is offering the console at ¢359,950, with an estimated delivery window of June 16 to 20. They noted limited stock availability, emphasizing the anticipated rush.
Vértigo has set its price at ¢399,000, which includes the video game Mario Kart World in downloadable format.
Walmart has indicated that it will have the Switch 2 available but has yet to confirm a specific launch date or pricing details.
The company stated that it would not participate in pre-selling the console, foreseeing high demand and limited inventory.
In the United States, the Switch 2 was made available only through four authorized retailers: GameStop, Walmart, BestBuy, and Target, where it quickly sold out.
For those considering importing the console, JetBox has priced the basic version at $449, with additional shipping and customs fees totaling approximately $325.70, bringing the total estimated cost to about $774.70 (around ¢391,500).
Gabriela Apuy, the marketing manager of JetBox, noted that while such high import costs typically deter significant demand, the urgency among fans to have the console before its official release presents a viable option for some consumers.
The Switch 2 boasts several enhancements over its predecessor, including a larger, higher-resolution screen and improved processing power.
It retains its hybrid design, allowing connection to a television or portable use.
In the U.S., the base model is priced at $449.99, compared to the original Switch's launch price of $299.99. There is also a package including Mario Kart World priced at $499.99.
The console's packaging includes the main unit, two Joy-Con controllers, straps, a docking station, a Joy-Con grip, a power adapter, and an HDMI cable.
Video games for the new console will be offered at a standard digital price of $79.99, a significant increase from the $59.99 digital titles for the previous version.
Nintendo aims to sell 15 million units of the Switch 2 by March 2026, a target comparable to its predecessor's first-year sales.
Since its launch in 2017, the Nintendo Switch family has sold a total of 154 million units, making it the third best-selling game console in history.