Remember to buy after scolding. A Japanese president revealed that the sales volume of Nintendo key cards is not inferior to that of physical cards.

Abstract:

Since the release of Switch 2, the controversy surrounding the "Game-Key Card" has never stopped. This new type of physical cartridge does not contain any game data, and players still need to download the game completely after inserting it into the console. Many players therefore question whether it can be regarded as a real physical version. Whenever a game announces a physical version of Switch 2, the first reaction of the player community is always to ask whether the version is a traditional physical cartridge or a Game-Key Card.

The boycott on the Internet seems to be swift and clear, but has this sentiment really translated into a gap in sales? Kenzo Saruhashi, president of Nippon Ichi, gave his own observations.

In an interview with RPG Site, Kenzo Saruhashi was asked about the sales difference between the two physical forms of the company's games: traditional cartridges and key fobs. He responded clearly that judging from the current data, there is no difference in sales between the two.

This statement undoubtedly provides an interesting data perspective on this controversy that has lasted for several months - the fierce opposition on the Internet does not seem to be reflected in actual purchasing behavior. Of course, this is limited to one case in Japan, and the situation of other manufacturers is not yet known.