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So, picture this. I’m sitting there, just minding my own business, and then I happen upon this tidbit: Shuntaro Furukawa, yeah, the dude in charge over at Nintendo, has to say sorry — again. It’s about the Nintendo Switch 2. You know, that new shiny toy everyone wants? Turns out, the whole world is clamoring for it, and there’s just not enough to go around. Classic, right?
He goes on during their annual shareholders’ shindig or whatever, saying how the demand has blown up in, like, every country. “Sorry, everyone,” he says, “I know you can’t get your hands on it.” And I just wonder, did they not see this coming? Maybe they did, but who really knows.
Anyway, back in Japan — I think April-ish — they kicked off this whole lottery vibe on their My Nintendo Store. Imagine signing up for a console like it’s some sort of exclusive club. You apply, cross your fingers, and hope they call your number. And people went nuts over it, like 2.2 million folks applied! That’s wild. Furukawa even had to jump on X (yeah, that platform formerly known as Twitter) to let the people know, like, “Hey, thanks for the enthusiasm, but not everyone’s gonna win.”
Fast forward, and they’ve done four more draws or something? But here’s the kicker — some folks are still left hanging. So they said, “Let’s do another draw in July.” Fifth time’s the charm, maybe?
Now, stores are starting to pick up the pace, offering the consoles directly instead of this Willy Wonka ticket strategy. Still feels a bit like a rare gem hunt, huh?
Oh, and about those games — it’s like a buffet lined up for months. Mario Kart World is already in the mix, with more on the way: Donkey Kong on July 17th, and a whole lineup stretching into 2025. Metroid Prime 4? Honestly, it feels like dreaming of the perfect holiday.
You can try your luck finding a Switch 2 out there now, maybe in a store somewhere. If you happen to be in the UK, it’s gonna set you back £395.99. Over in Europe, it’s €469.99, and for all the Americans out there, think $449.99. It’s everywhere, kinda, but nowhere at the same time. Funny, right?
Oh, right, there’s this whole launch trailer thing too, but who am I kidding? By now, you either snagged one or you’re cursing your luck and bouncing from store to store. Happy hunting, I guess.
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