A recently translated summary of Nintendo's annual shareholders meeting from last month unveils intriguing conversations between the company and third-party publishers regarding the much-debated Game Key-Cards prior to the launch of the new system. Mr. Furukawa emphasized the enhanced onboard storage capacity of the Nintendo Switch 2, which significantly surpasses that of its predecessor. He revealed that the concept of Game-Key Cards was introduced as a potential avenue for third-party developers to distribute their games in stores, and discussions included the possibility that these cards could lead to a decrease in physical game ownership compared to the previous system. Mr. Furukawa concluded by assuring that Nintendo is committed to supporting third-party partners in successfully marketing and selling their games to consumers.
Nintendo's Game-Key Cards: A Controversial Solution for Switch 2 Sparks Publisher Consultations!
June 30, 2025
