Japan’s console market shrunk by over 30% in 2024, bringing an end to 4 consecutive years of growth  - AUTOMATON WEST
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However, data shows that the Nintendo Switch clearly dominated both Japan's hardware and physical software sales in 2024.
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It’s also right at the end of the prior generation. Let’s get Switch 2 release numbers in and compare to Switch 1 release numbers before we draw too many conclusions.

That said, the PC market has been overtaking consoles. Particularly since PC handhelds are a thing. Things like the Steam Deck are directly competing with Switch and (soon) Switch 2 sales.

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Yeah. A PC “console” brings so much value since “backward compatibility” isn’t even really a thing. Pretty much all games just work, even older console exclusives via emulation. I can’t imagine upgrading my pc and having to repurchase a game with “HD” graphics.

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We’re talking about the Japanese domestic market, right?

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Yeah hey was there any reason a slight bubble might’ve started four years ago?

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