Nintendo says Switch 2 hardware growth is slowing as software and IP revenue become increasingly important

Nintendo is entering a crucial stage of the Switch 2 generation as the company shifts from the console’s initial hardware launch toward a business increasingly driven by software and intellectual property. Its latest financial performance shows that the transition is already underway, with stronger software sales and major IP-related revenue helping offset slower hardware momentum. The company’s first-quarter results also suggest that Nintendo has several potential growth drivers ahead. New games, downloadable content, evergreen titles and upcoming film projects could…