The Japanese video-game giant Nintendo has reported a significant surge in first-half sales and profits. That’s not all, they are expecting even stronger numbers in the future.
Nintendo’s financial report for the period from April to September 2025 showcases a significant increase in revenue. Their revenue more than doubled compared to last year. Of course, the release of the Switch 2 played a strong part, but even the games they released sold surprisingly well.
Examining this data, Nintendo has raised its expectations for the upcoming year. They are hoping that both the Switch 2 sales and the upcoming game releases will back their forecast.
Let’s Talk Numbers
Nintendo’s first half of the year saw its revenue jump roughly 110% to about ¥1.1 trillion (approximately $7.1 billion USD) from the same period a year ago. Of course, their net profit also rose by around 85% to ¥198.9 billion (approximately $1.3 billion USD).
A key factor in these results is the Switch 2, which was launched in June 2025. By the end of September, Nintendo had sold over 10 million units of the new handheld. Recognizing this strong start, Nintendo raised its unit sales forecast for the Switch 2 to 19 million units for the year ending March 2026. The previous estimate was as low as 15 million.
That’s not all. Nintendo also increased its full-year operating profit forecast by about 16% to ¥370 billion (which is around $2.45 billion USD). Nintendo hopes that titles like Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Kirby Air Riders will keep the momentum going.
Overall, the year seems to be positive for Nintendo, which is good news for both fans and investors. With the hardware base growing and major game releases on the horizon, the stage is set for what could be a very strong 2025–26 for Nintendo.
