Nintendo Switch Sales End in Europe in 2027

Nintendo will stop supplying new Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED Model units to retailers across Europe starting in mid-February 2027.

Production and Timing

Nintendo says the three systems will stay in production until the end of 2026 and should be widely available across Europe for the rest of the year. The company has not announced an exact date in February.

What Happens After the Cutoff

The change does not mean the consoles will instantly disappear from shelves. It does end official distribution, so availability afterward depends on remaining store stock.

Stores may still have units in inventory after the cutoff, and pricing will depend on local stock. Nintendo has told shoppers to check with local retailers for updates.

What Stays Available

Nintendo’s announcement covers a listed group of Nintendo of Europe territories, including the United Kingdom. The announcement is not a global end date for the 2017 hardware.

Existing games, accessories, digital purchases, and online services remain available after the sales cutoff.

Switch Sales So Far

The original system launched in March 2017. As of March 31, 2026, the full hardware family had sold 155.92 million units worldwide, with 1.528 billion software sales.