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Nintendo Profit Drops After Memory Crunch and Lack of Big Debuts

A near‑40% sales plunge after a price hike fuels profit loss and raises questions about Nintendo’s next moves.

By · Published November 6, 2026  20:19 UTC · Updated November 6, 2026  20:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: A near‑40% sales plunge after a price hike fuels profit loss and raises questions about Nintendo’s next moves.
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The company reiterated through statements reported by TechPowerUp and The Verge that it has no plans for another price increase. TechPowerUp and The Verge note the company has ruled out additional price increases, leaving analysts to wonder whether the memory‑chip shortage and the absence of marquee game launches are to blame.

Coverage does not detail how Nintendo plans to restore sales or whether new hardware will arrive, leaving the next quarter’s earnings outlook uncertain. Industry commentary noting a memory‑chip crunch and a slowdown in flagship titles is mentioned only in the broader trend, with no outlet providing specifics.

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Questions people are asking

What caused the reported decline in Switch 2 sales?

Coverage from Hypebeast links the roughly 40% sales drop to the console’s recent price hike.

Is Nintendo planning further price adjustments?

Both TechPowerUp and The Verge cite statements that Nintendo has no plans for another Switch 2 price increase.

What information is still missing about Nintendo’s outlook?

Reports do not explain how the company will address the alleged memory‑chip crunch, the lack of major game releases, or its strategy for improving the next quarter’s earnings.

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