Coronavirus hits Switch – Nintendo reports production and supply issues for consoles and accessories

Company Nintendo released an official statement stating that the outbreak of the coronavirus led to problems with the production and supply of new batches of Switch, Joy-Con controllers, and other accessories. In Japanese stores, a shortage of consoles has already begun to form.

Coronavirus also delays new game shipments Ring fit adventure.

“We will continue to monitor the consequences of an outbreak of coronavirus and will work to arrange delivery as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding,” the message said.

Last year, Nintendo partially moved the Switch production from China to Vietnam, but a large number of consoles and accessories are still being assembled at Chinese plants.

Due to the situation in China, Nintendo has also postponed the start date of pre-orders to the new Switch model in symbolism Animal Crossing: New Horizons in Japan from February 8 for an indefinite period. The game should start on March 20.

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According to Chinese authorities, as of February 6, 565 people were victims of coronavirus. More than 28 thousand are infected.

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