RolStoppable said:
Not only that, but Switch isn't a handheld. It's a hybrid. Whether Switch is labeled a home console or handheld depends on convenience, be it a pro-Nintendo or an anti-Nintendo argument. What you quoted is an anti-Nintendo argument, so Switch is called a handheld to make its sales seem disappointing. But the reality is that Switch is a hybrid, so while it is a portable console, it also costs far more than a typical handheld. In a launch-aligned comparison, the 30,000 yen Switch did comfortably beat the 25,000 yen 3DS; at the current point in time the 3DS is selling notably better, but it's 30,000 yen Switch vs. 15,000 yen 3DS. Obviously, the price of the system wasn't a barrier for the 3DS at this point in its life anymore while for the Switch it still is. Switch has yet to get into the price range where it gains full access to the handheld market.
It seems to be a case of "We do not care enough." on Sony's part. The hardware boost from Monster Hunter World was underestimated, but at the same time it hasn't been big enough to justify adjustments in the chain of logistics (in Sony's eyes). The normally scheduled shipments were expected to sort out all shortages, but it hasn't happened yet. Since it's looking like a matter of only a few thousand units more that could be sold each week, it's unlikely that Sony will take action and instead stay course of expecting the shortages to eventually resolve themselves over time. |
Very plausible explanation this, but I still believe the effect on the number of sold PS4 consoles is quite minimal.......2-3k at the most.
