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Mint
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with Pokémon Legends: Z-A launches 16 October, priced at $499.99: All you need to know
Nintendo of America has officially announced a new hardware bundle that packages the Nintendo Switch 2 console withPokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. Scheduled to launch on 16 October 2025, the bundle will be priced at $499.99 in the United States. Pre-orders are currently live through the My Nintendo Store and selected retailers. The announcement came as part of a broader Pokémon Presents showcase streamed worldwide by The Pokémon Company group. The presentation outlined a slate of upcoming games, projects, and merchandise from the long-running franchise. Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Key Updates The upcoming title, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, will be available for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch consoles. Set in the iconic Lumiose City, the game will feature dynamic gameplay changes between day and night. By day, players can explore the city's wild zones and encounter 'alpha Pokémon', larger, more aggressive creatures with glowing red eyes. Nightfall introduces the Z-A Royale, a battle tournament with increasingly difficult opponents, including Corbeau, the leader of the Rust Syndicate, a criminal organisation within the city. The narrative also introduces various characters with side missions, including Emma, a detective investigating missing Pokémon and items, and Mable, head of the Pokémon Research Lab, who rewards players for aiding in field studies. A central theme involves the phenomenon of 'Rogue Mega Evolution', where wild Pokémon are mysteriously transforming and becoming hostile. Players will be tasked with assisting Team MZ in calming these Pokémon and earning Mega Stones in the process. A new Mega Evolution was also revealed: Mega Dragonite, which incorporates visual elements from its pre-evolution, Dragonair, and exhibits increased speed and agility. Pokémon Champions Launching in 2026 Another title, Pokémon Champions, is set to release in 2026 across multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch 2, original Switch, iOS, and Android. The game introduces a new team-building mechanic that allows players to temporarily recruit Pokémon through 'Trial Recruitment' or permanently add them via 'Victory Points' earned through gameplay. Three battle modes will be featured, Ranked Battles, Casual Battles, and Private Battles, each supporting both single and double battle formats. Animated Series and New Puzzle Game Announced The showcase also included a teaser for a stop-motion series titled Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu, co-produced with Aardman. The series is scheduled to premiere in 2027 and promises a stylised take on the Pokémon universe. Meanwhile, Pokémon Friends, a new puzzle game, has launched today on Nintendo Switch platforms and mobile devices. Developed with Wonderfy Inc., the game features over 1,200 puzzles. Players earn in-game items to create plush toys and customise their virtual rooms. The game supports up to five save files, encouraging group play within households.
Business Wire
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Nintendo News: Nintendo Switch 2 + Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Bundle Available Oct. 16
REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Nintendo of America announced a brand-new Nintendo Switch 2 bundle 1 that combines the Nintendo Switch 2 system with the Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition game. Players can purchase a Nintendo Switch 2 + Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition bundle for the suggested retail price of $499.99 in the United States. Releasing simultaneously with the Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition game on Oct. 16, the bundle includes the Nintendo Switch 2 system and the full game download for the Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition game. Pre-orders for the bundle are available now on My Nintendo Store and select retailers. For more information about Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition visit Note to editors: Nintendo press materials are available at a password-protected site. To obtain a login, please register on the site. 1 Limited quantity. Available while supplies last.
Arab Times
05-07-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Global Switch 2 shortage may continue into next year
TOKYO, Japan, July 5: The Nintendo Switch 2, which launched globally on June 5, is expected to remain in short supply through next spring, according to industry analysts, as demand continues to outpace production capacity despite record-breaking sales. Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa addressed the ongoing shortage during the company's 85th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders this week, stating that demand for the new-generation console has 'exceeded supply in many countries,' with Japan among the hardest hit. 'We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may be causing our consumers,' Furukawa said. 'I understand that some of our shareholders and their families and friends might still be unable to purchase Nintendo Switch 2.' The Switch 2 has enjoyed a historic launch, selling more than 3.5 million units worldwide in its first four days, according to VGChartz estimates — more than double the original Nintendo Switch's 1.4 million units during its launch week in 2017. This makes it the biggest global hardware launch in video game history. However, the success has led to significant stock issues. In Japan, Nintendo introduced a lottery-based sales system through its My Nintendo Store as early as April. Furukawa disclosed that the company received over 2.2 million applications for purchase — a number that far surpassed initial forecasts. 'Since then, we have conducted a total of four lottery rounds, but many consumers have still not been selected,' Furukawa added. 'A fifth round is scheduled to take place in early July.' Retailers across Japan have also adopted similar lottery systems to cope with high demand, although recent reports indicate that more storefronts have started offering direct in-store purchases. Nintendo says it is working to scale up production to meet global demand. Despite improved availability in markets like the United States and United Kingdom — Nintendo's largest revenue regions — analysts predict that full supply stabilization may not occur until spring 2026, particularly in Japan and other parts of Asia. According to Statista data, Nintendo prioritized supply to the U.S. and Europe due to their sales potential, with Japan ranking third in terms of company revenue. This decision has fueled frustrations among domestic consumers, who face the steepest wait times and most competitive purchasing systems. While the company ramps up manufacturing, Nintendo is also facing minor post-launch issues such as packaging damage caused by retail mishandling — including screens punctured by receipts stapled to the console box. However, no widespread product defects have been reported. With analysts forecasting sustained demand through the holiday season, consumers are advised to monitor official Nintendo channels and trusted retailers for updates on availability and upcoming lottery rounds. In the meantime, Nintendo maintains its commitment to improving access: 'We will continue to strengthen our production and supply systems to deliver as many Nintendo Switch 2 systems as possible to our customers,' Furukawa affirmed.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nintendo president apologizes for Switch 2 shortage — says demand greatly exceeded expectations
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has issued an apology during the company's 85th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, acknowledging that initial demand for the Switch 2 'greatly exceeded expectations.' The long-awaited console arrived on store shelves early in June, smashing the original Nintendo Switch's sales record by almost a million copies. Although it seems that the U.S. and the U.K. did not face any supply issues during the launch, other markets — most notably Japan — aren't as lucky. According to Nintendo Life, one shareholder even asked Furukawa about the reason for the shortage because of how severe the problem seemed to be. 'Currently, demand for the Switch 2 is outpacing supply in many countries, and we're unable to fully meet it. We understand that even some of our shareholders have not been able to obtain one. Starting in April, we accepted lottery-based purchases through the My Nintendo Store. The number of applicants greatly exceeded our expectations, with 2.2 million entries — a figure I publicly announced in my name along with an apology,' Furukawa said during the meeting [machine translated]. 'Since then, we've held four rounds of lottery sales, but there are still many who weren't selected. We've announced a fifth round starting in July. Many major retail stores have also resorted to lottery-based sales,' he added. 'Gradually, more locations are beginning to offer direct in-store sales as well. As a company, we are working to strengthen our production system so we can deliver as many units as possible to our customers. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the initial demand far exceeding our forecasts.' The company apparently prioritized the U.S. and Europe, which are its largest markets. According to Statista, Japan only ranks third in the company's global revenue, so it makes sense for Nintendo to stock up in countries where it will make the most sales. But even though gamers in those areas can easily buy a Switch 2, they did not escape from a few hiccups, including a few units that showed signs of tampering and staples puncturing screens after store employees staple the receipt to the box. Despite those issues, the Switch 2 is one of the more successful global launches in recent history. While some regions did not escape shortages, this is unlike the arrival of Nvidia's RTX 40-series and 50-series GPUs and the PlayStation 5, which all suffered from a lack of supply, leading to artificially increased prices and the proliferation of scalpers. So, if you're in the U.S. and the U.K., you don't have to worry about getting stiffed when buying the latest Nintendo gaming console — you can easily get one as long as you know where to buy the Switch 2. Follow Tom's Hardware on Google News to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
The Verge
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Verge
Nintendo's GameCube controller for the Switch 2 is available once again
If you missed the chance to pick up Nintendo's new GameCube Controller for the Switch 2, your time has come. It's back in stock for $64.99 at the My Nintendo Store. To add one to your collection, you'll need to have a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, which starts at $19.99 a year for individuals. Once signed up, you can place an order by signing into your Nintendo Account and adding the gamepad to your cart, though you're still limited to one controller per account. Nintendo's new Switch 2 gamepad updates the classic GameCube Controller with a wireless design, a GameChat button, and USB-C. However, it only works with GameCube titles available through the Switch Online Expansion Pack. As fun as it's been playing Mario Kart World and the updated versions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom on the Switch 2, I've been enjoying catching up on GameCube titles available through the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack. The controller provides a genuine experience when playing classic titles like Wind Waker and Soulcalibur II, with some notable upgrades. The biggest change is the addition of wireless connectivity, so you're not tethered by a short cable. It also has Nintendo's 'C' button for opening up GameChat, a new Discord-like voice chat feature that's free until March 31st, 2026. And if you like taking screenshots, the controller has a dedicated capture button, allowing you to document your first-place finishes in Mario Kart World. Although it works best with GameCube titles, you can also use the controller to play Switch 2 games, complete with gyro controls. However, Nintendo warns that the GameCube Controller 'doesn't have all the buttons and features found in other controllers that can be used with the Nintendo Switch 2 system,' which means you may run into some issues when playing games on the new system. Sign up for Verge Deals to get deals on products we've tested sent to your inbox weekly.
