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Nintendo Switch 2 Sells 1.6M Units Amid Export Concerns

7/18/2025

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is making waves in Japan, with an impressive 1.6 million units sold, alongside beloved titles like Mario Kart World and Tamagotchi Plaza. However, Nintendo raises alarms about exporting the Japanese-language version due to warranty issues, while worries about its game key card strategy could hinder third-party physical game sales.

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is making waves in Japan, with an impressive 1.6 million units sold, alongside beloved titles like Mario Kart World and Tamagotchi Plaza. However, Nintendo raises alarms about exporting the Japanese-language version due to warranty issues, while worries about its game key card strategy could hinder third-party physical game sales.