Analysts warn that the supply shortage of Nintendo Switch 2 is likely to persist until spring 2026

The sales of the Nintendo Switch 2 gaming console are growing at a record pace, but stores are still struggling to keep them in stock a month after release. Analysts expect the console's sales to reach 18 to 20 million units this fiscal year. They indicated that the console may not be readily available until next spring. Nintendo's official online store in Japan began accepting applications for the fifth lottery sale of the Switch 2 on Wednesday. Many who previously missed out on the lottery seem to be applying again, but there is a sense of helplessness spreading on social media, with some complaining that no matter how many times they apply, they always fail. (Nikkei News)