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Business Insider
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
When Is the Next Nintendo Direct?
It's been a little over a month since the last Nintendo (NTDOF) Direct, and gamers are starting to wonder when the next Direct will be. New rumors claim that Nintendo plans to release its next Direct around the same time as the Switch 2's launch, which is scheduled for June 5, 2025. Confident Investing Starts Here: According to these rumors, Nintendo plans to release the Direct the same week as the Switch 2's launch, or during the following week. If true, this would likely provide gamers and investors with more details about the company's upcoming games. While Nintendo revealed many details about Switch 2 games, such as the release dates for Mario Kart World Tour and Donkey Kong Bananza, others, like Metroid Prime 4, still don't have launch dates. A new direct could include this information while also showing new gameplay footage to build excitement for upcoming games during the Switch 2's release. Analysts Remain Bullish Ahead of the Switch 2's Release Three analysts updated their coverage of Nintendo stock last week as the company's new console launch is just around the corner. Four-star Benchmark Co. analyst Mike Hickey reiterated a Buy rating and increased his price target to $91.18 from $82.77, representing a potential 10.86% upside. Citi analysts Tokiya Baba maintained a Buy rating, but cut their NTDOF price target to $92.58 from $98.20, suggesting a 12.57% upside. J.P. Morgan analyst Junko Yamamura kept a Buy rating and raised her price target to $107.31 from $93.99, implying a 30.47% upside. Is NTDOF Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold? Turning to Wall Street, the analysts' consensus rating for Nintendo is Moderate Buy, based on seven Buy, one Hold, and one Sell rating over the last three months. With that comes an average NTDOF stock price target of $89.45, representing a potential 8.75% upside for the shares.
The Verge
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Verge
Donkey Kong Bananza for the Switch 2 is $7 cheaper at Costco
Cameron Faulkner The Nintendo Switch 2 isn't even out yet (it's coming June 5th), and one of its launch window games already has a preorder discount at Costco. With a membership, you can get Donkey Kong Bananza — the first 3D platformer for this character since Donkey Kong 64 — for $62.99. A $7 discount may not seem like much to write home about, but it's notable given that Nintendo games rarely go on sale, and any discount in this economy is a win. Bananza launches on July 17th. Donkey Kong Bananza $7010% off $63 Other noteworthy deals If you're looking for a solid Bluetooth speaker that sounds and looks good, is waterproof, and won't break the bank, Bose has you covered. Specifically, Bose's eBay outlet is selling refurbished SoundLink Flex SE speakers in black for $69 (originally $129). The SoundLink Flex was crowned the best Bluetooth speaker under $200 in our buying guide. This discounted version differs only in that it lacks a microphone, which could be used for speakerphone functionality. Not a terrible feature to lose if it means saving around $80 off the cost of buying new. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is now available to preorder at Samsung ahead of its May 30th release date. The super-thin Android phone starts at $1,099.99 for the 256GB version, going up to $1,219.99 for the upgrade to 512GB of storage. As a bonus for preordering now, you'll get a $50 Samsung credit, a free storage upgrade (as in, the 512GB version will cost the same as the phone with 256GB), and boosted trade-in credit. Portable Apple Watch chargers are increasingly easy to find at somewhat affordable prices. A brand called Joyroom is selling one in black or white that's discounted to $15.99, down from its usual $19.99 once you select the 20 percent off coupon on the Amazon product page. It comes with 2,500mAh capacity and a built-in USB-C cable for recharging, and it can charge every Apple Watch in the lineup (from the Series 2 to the Series 10, plus the Apple Watch Ultra).
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Switch 2 games like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza "could not be realized" on Switch 1, says Nintendo president to hardware doubter
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza could only have been made on Nintendo Switch 2, according to Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa. During a recent investor Q&A (translated via DeepL), Furukawa was asked how much of a technical jump there was between the Switch 2 and its predecessor. In response, he said that "higher hardware processing performance has become necessary for software developers to realize one of Nintendo's most important goals: proposing new ways to play." With that in mind, Furukawa explains that Nintendo looked to boost the processing power, and he claims that without that boost, Nintendo Switch 2 launch games like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza "could not be realized." "The Nintendo Switch 2 might not seem like much of a change on the outside." Furukawa continues, "However, in reality, both the hardware and peripherals have been developed from scratch." Furukawa doesn't explain why those two games couldn't work on Switch, but if I had to guess, it would be because of Mario Kart World's extremely open approach to its world, and Donkey Kong Bananza's almost fully destructive environments. Couple that with the various third-party titles like Elden Ring and Hogwarts Legacy that are making their way to the platform, and it's clear that the Switch 2 is making a hardware step-up - even if that's not immediately obvious from its Switch 1-style design. If you're trying to get your hands on the new console, make sure to check in with our Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders live blog.
Tom's Guide
08-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Nintendo Switch 2 — Nintendo president just admitted that prices could go up
Despite the clear popularity of the Nintendo Switch 2, the higher $450 starting price has been a sticking point for many, and it may get worse. After Nintendo's most recent earning's call, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa highlighted the company's priorities moving forward in a press conference reported by Yahoo Japan. He said that prices may rise depending on what happens with President Trump's tariffs. In other words, pre-ordering a Switch 2 is likely your best chance to lock in the current price. Furukawa said that Nintendo's goal is make the Switch 2 very popular. "The launch of Switch 2 and the early spread of the hardware are our top priorities," he said. With that will come an increase in marketing expenses, which Nintendo expects to make by selling more software (games). Regarding the tariffs, President Furukawa said, "Our basic policy is to recognize tariffs as a cost when determining sales prices in any country or region and to incorporate them into the price." He added that the company would consider a variety of factors, not just tariffs, when making pricing adjustments, but it sounds like if Trump's tariffs remain as is, pricing may go up. Nintendo apparently believes that tariffs and increased pricing could decrease demand in the United States. The company is also concerned that rising costs for "daily necessities" and food will impact people's budget for games, which will be even more of a luxury. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. With than in mind, Furukawa reiterated that selling games will be of utmost import to the company after "popularizing" the console. This is something Nintendo may be able to achieve thanks to an overhauled Mario Kart World and the intriguing Donkey Kong Bananza. Currently, Nintendo wants to sell at least 15 million Switch 2 consoles this year, the same number it sold of the original Switch when it launched in 2017. As we've seen with pre-orders, Nintendo has managed to make the Switch 2 fairly popular. In its home country of Japan, there have been over 2 million preorders. So much so that Nintendo has said that not every one will get a console on the June 5 release date. In his statement, Furukawa claimed that Nintendo has "strengthened our production system. We will make efforts to deliver it as soon as possible after the release date." Price increases have become an unfortunate trend for gaming this year. Xbox just announced price increases for the Series S and Series X, and the PlayStation 5 is more or less more expensive than it was at launch. And that's before we get to the games which are hitting an unfortunate $70 and $80 standard. Maybe, buying a Switch 2 now will save you money down the line. In our Switch 2 hands-on, we found the it to be a nice upgrade that's as fun as the original.
Gizmodo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
You May Be Surprised Which Switch 2 Games Won't Be Available at Launch
FYI: you'll need to wait until July before you can play Donkey Kong Bananza on Nintendo Switch 2. Here's some news that might curb any FOMO you might have if you're not getting a Nintendo Switch 2 on launch day, June 5: most of the upcoming console's exclusive games aren't coming out until later this year. If you're still unsure about spending $450 on a new console, you may be better off waiting. In its latest quarterly financial report, Nintendo confirmed release dates for Switch 2 launch titles. Currently, the June 5 launch lineup for the Switch 2 includes: Mario Kart World The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Cyberpunk 2077 Yakuza 0 Hitman: World of Assassination Split Fiction Street Fighter 6 Bravely Default Deltarune That shopping list is not too shabby, especially if you compare it to the paltry selection of games that launched on the original Switch. Still, the vast majority of the Switch 2's launch titles have been around for months or years. Excusing Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour—the $10 interactive instruction manual 'game'—Mario Kart World will be the only completely new title to hit the scene on launch day (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was the original Switch's exclusive Nintendo title). Original titles like Donkey Kong Bananza won't arrive until July 17, the same date that Tamagotchi Plaza should see the light of day. Donkey Kong Bananza is one of those games that played so well in a limited demo, our colleagues at io9 said it was a big reason they want to play Switch 2. The Switch 2 versions of Mario Party Jamboree and Kirby and the Forgotten Land will be available July 24 and Aug. 28, respectively. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is supposed to arrive in 2025, while Pokémon Legends: Z-A should come in 'late 2025,' though both lack precise release dates. The same goes for the new Kirby Air Riders, wheelchair basketball game Drag x Drive, and the Switch 2 edition of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition. Hades II, which will be a Switch 2 timed-console exclusive, still doesn't have a concrete release date while it's in early access on PC. There are other first-party titles arriving in 2026 or beyond, including Rhythm Heaven Groove, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, and Pokémon Champions. We can only hope Nintendo might release updated versions of other popular Switch games like Super Mario Odyssey. Nintendo likely has more up its sleeve for 2026, but we won't know more until next year rolls around. The Switch 2 costs $450, $150 more than the original Switch. Not only that, but first-party games are set to cost between $70 or $80. That hasn't stopped preorders from selling out in stores across the U.S. and practically everywhere else. Nintendo has confirmed the vast majority of original Switch games are compatible with Switch 2, but playing your old games at 720p, even on a newer, brighter HDR screen, isn't why most players are buying the Switch 2. In its latest earnings report, the Japanese console maker said it expects to sell 15 million Switch 2 units and 45 million games this fiscal year (Nintendo's fiscal year ends in March). Market research firm Omdia predicted Nintendo would sell 14.7 million units globally in 2025 alone, beating the original Switch in the same timeframe. Nintendo's number represents it hedging its bets against earlier analyst forecasts that the company would sell 'boatloads' of its sequel Switch in the first month alone. The original Switch at $300 sold 2.74 million units in its first month and 18 million units worldwide in its first fiscal year on shelves. That 15 million number is likely conservative, enough that analysts can exclaim later that Nintendo beat expectations. In the meantime, the company's profits were down severely leading up to the Switch 2 launch, as should be expected for any new hardware release as big as this. Games are another matter. The Switch 2's bundle with Mario Kart World for $500 was immensely more popular than the version with the console by itself. Gamers looking to wall run and grind in the long-awaited sequel to Mario Kart 8 will need to drop $80 for the privilege. With the advent of $80 games, more consumers are asking themselves whether they can buy multiple $30, $40, or $50 games or drop $80 on Nintendo's biggest releases.
