Nintendo Switch
In addition to the new trailer dedicated to both games, published today on its social channels, Nintendo has unveiled the new Nintendo Switch OLED model dedicated to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. This is nothing new: for years now the Kyoto house has been involved in launching some special models of its platforms dedicated to the most important video games in its portfolio, as has already happened in the past with Animal Crossing New Horizons and Splatoon 3.
As for the sale, Nintendo Switch OLED model dedicated to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will be available starting from November 4, 2022. The console was also presented with a new trailer, which depicts a model in 3D hardware. You can take a look at the video, which shows any detail about the hardware thanks to the video that you find immediately below.
Nintendo Switch Is More Profitable Than Vinyl, CDs, And DVDs In The UK
Image: Nintendo Life / Zion GrasslWe know that the Nintendo Switch pretty much dominates game and hardware sales most of the time — but what about when we compare it to other physical media?
Well, it turns out — in the UK, at least — that not only is the Switch the most profitable gaming 'format' in the country, but it's also even more popular than other media and entertainment. GamesIndustry.biz's Chris Dring has shared sales figures (from ERA and GfK) on Twitter that shed light on just how well the Switch has sold, in terms of revenue, compared to vinyl, CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray.
Despite a drop of 12.5% compared to last year, for the first 35 weeks of 2022, the Switch has made a staggering £88,650,439. That's a pretty big figure, even with vinyl's pretty-substantial jump compared to last year. Making just under £81 million, the record business is booming and knocking on the Switch's door.
Of course, this isn't based on units sold, and given that video games and Switch hardware cost more than vinyl, CDs, DVDs, etc., this perhaps isn't too surprising, but it's still a fun little fact! We wonder if first-party titles often being full-priced also helps give Nintendo the edge, here... And what if Nintendo started selling vinyl records?
CDs and DVDs both selling over £65 million worth is also pretty interesting, but like the Switch, both have seen a drop in profits over the past year. And Sony's PlayStation (both 4 and 5) is very close behind vinyl profits, so perhaps things will flip next year if console shortages begin to improve.
What do you think of this little fact? When was the last time you bought a vinyl or CD? Let us know!