Nintendo is reportedly looking to produce 20 million Switch 2 units by the end of the current fiscal year in March 2027. This represents an upward revision from the 16.5 million units previously stated in its financial report, coming after the console has already sold through 19.86 million units in its first year. The move follows a series of price increases set to take effect later this year across the US, Canada, Europe, and Japan.

The price adjustments, announced alongside the earnings report and attributed to changes in market conditions and the global business outlook, include a $50 hike in the US to $499.99 starting September 1, 2026, with similar increases elsewhere. Nintendo issued an apology to customers regarding the revisions. Despite this context, the production ramp suggests the company sees sustained or growing demand ahead.

Earlier adjustments to forecasts have occurred before, with Nintendo raising expectations multiple times based on strong initial performance and software sales like Mario Kart World. The current plan aligns with prior production targets discussed in industry reports. Community discussions on platforms like X note the conservative public sales forecast versus internal production ambitions, with some speculating on upcoming titles driving interest.

The summer game events may provide further clarity on supporting software.