The Switch 1 was different though, they learnt from the software shortages during WiiU generation by converging all to one device.
We discussed it a bit here: https://gamrconnect.vgchartz.com/thread/249208/switch-1-to-switch-2-transition/
| Louie said:
What the Switch 2 is doing now is exactly what the theory of disruptive innovation states: With the Switch and now the Switch 2 Nintendo moved upmarket compared to the days of the Wii: The Switch was acceptable to many people in terms of "old market values" (graphics, power) and the Switch 2 is good enough in terms of power for most gamers out there. Thus, more people buy it, more "traditional" hardcore games are released on the system. Because the disruptive technology inside the system (in this case mobile chipsets) has gotten so good that it is good enough for most of the market. |
I also saw this during the launch period, the Nintendo price hikes seem like a deliberate red ocean strategy. They are effectively squeezing out the competition's next-gen consoles by pushing them into a premium corner burdened by high AAA development costs and a potentially smaller audience. This strategic move leaves their rivals with limited choices: either increase their own prices or attempt a market disruption with a cheaper alternative, a base already secured by the Switch Lite. [source]







