Reggie on Switch’s success, supply, and advice for finding a system; talks 3DS’ continued sales

Forbes recently caught up with Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime. Reggie had plenty to say about Switch, including its success, supply, and how consumers can go about finding the system. He also had a few words to share about the continued sales of 3DS.

You can read what Reggie had to say below. Some additional comments are on Forbes here.

On Switch’s success…

“In short, our unique and differentiated proposition with Nintendo Switch is working. We’re seeing ongoing momentum and strong demand for the system, since our March launch, through the Black Friday weekend, and now well into the holiday period.”

On Switch supply…

“Our supply chain is very robust. Product is arriving at stores and to our dot-com retailers literally every day.”

Reggie’s advice to those still looking to buy a Switch…

“The best advice is to look across the full landscape of retail. I did that this morning, and at least here in the Pacific Northwest, you could go to a GameStop location near me and find the hardware. I looked online, and Target.com had Switch available. Some retailers might have it available in their physical stores, but not online. The trick is really to just look around. Do a little bit of homework. There is supply out in the marketplace right now.”

“If a consumer wants a Nintendo Switch and they see it on the shelf, they need to buy it then and there, because as we get closer to Christmas it’s going to become more challenging to find. I would not advise a consumer who wants a Nintendo Switch to wait until the 23rd or 24th, because you risk being disappointed.”

Reggie on 3DS sales…

“In the United States we’re on track to actually sell more Nintendo 3DS systems this year than we did last year. That’s incredible for a system that has been out in the marketplace and is enjoying its seventh holiday right now.”