Nintendo Switch 2 Sells Out Across Brazilian Retailers Ahead of Launch

Nintendo Switch 2 Sells Out Across Brazilian Retailers Ahead of Launch Nintendo's highly anticipated Switch 2 console has achieved an impressive milestone before even reaching store shelves—major retailers in Brazil have already sold out of their launch allocation just days before the system’s official release on June 5, 2025.

This surge in demand brings significant attention not only to the new hardware itself but also to Nintendo’s evolving relationship with the Brazilian gaming market. The Nintendo Switch 2 continues the legacy of its predecessor by bringing hybrid handheld and home console gaming to new heights, boasting technological improvements and expanding Nintendo’s premiere lineup of first-party and third-party titles.

Officially announced during a Nintendo Direct event, the system’s launch window has been met with wide anticipation worldwide, but the rapid sellout in Brazil is particularly notable given the region’s historical purchasing trends. Traditionally, Brazil has been regarded as a more challenging market for Nintendo, largely due to consistently high prices caused by import tariffs and heavy taxation on electronics.

For example, throughout the original Nintendo Switch’s lifespan, the region often saw elevated retail prices and limited product availability.

Despite these hurdles, Nintendo has gradually increased its investment in Brazil, including the launch of the official eShop in the country in 2020. Inventory tracking across leading Brazilian electronics and gaming retailers—such as Americanas, Submarino, and Magazine Luiza—confirms that preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 have been fully exhausted well before the upcoming launch date.

This swift sellout underscores a notable shift in consumer interest and signals a strong demand for Nintendo’s next-generation console, even in regions traditionally considered secondary markets for the company. When asked about the scale of the initial launch allocation for Brazil, Nintendo representatives have not yet disclosed official unit numbers.

The company’s local distributors and retail partners have also declined to specify figures, though industry analysts note that both demand and supply constraints are likely at play given the system’s pricing and taxes in the region. A spokesperson for one of Brazil’s largest electronics retailers commented that the demand for Nintendo Switch 2 has 'far exceeded all expectations,' referencing record-setting preorder numbers and a surge in website traffic immediately following the most recent Nintendo Direct announcement detailing the Switch 2’s features and release date. As the Nintendo Switch 2 officially launches on June 5, 2025, the gaming industry will be closely watching Brazil to see whether additional shipments are scheduled and if this early momentum translates to continued strong sales.

The sellout performance in Brazil not only highlights the worldwide appeal of Nintendo’s latest hardware, but also marks a turning point for the brand’s presence in Latin America’s largest market. For continued updates on the Nintendo Switch 2 release and international sales milestones, stay tuned to our coverage.

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