Nintendo plans to launch the Switch 2 without early press access, causing concern among gaming media and third-party publishers. According to The Game Business, review units will arrive only days before the launch on June 5, primarily due to a crucial day-one patch. This is a stark contrast to the original Switch's launch in 2017, where media received early access to prepare for coverage. Experts speculate that the decision reflects either rushed hardware or Nintendo's diminished interest in generating pre-launch excitement, alongside concerns about potential shortages as the console is set to sell over 15 million units in its first year.
"The games press will not be receiving Nintendo Switch 2 consoles until just before it comes out... Nintendo blaming the delay on the need for a major day-one patch."
"Delaying hands-on access to the Switch 2 until the same time as the general public suggests the hardware is either coming in hot... or Nintendo simply doesn't care about building pre-release hype."
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