<p>The spread of the Coronavirus has already lead to a lot of shortages and cancelled events. Besides gaming tournaments getting postponed in China, news suggests that there could be a shortage when it comes to the production of the <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/" title="Nintendo Switch games">Nintendo Switch</a> this year.</p>

<p>According to Bloomberg, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/nintendo/">Nintendo</a> may not be able to meet consumer demands when it comes to the Switch seeing that a lot of key components are produced in China, and there is now a shortage of supplies; delaying the assembly partner which is located in Vietnam.</p>

<p>A spokesperson from Nintendo told the site:</p>

<div class="direct-quote">"We do not see any major impact on the shipment to the U.S. currently, but we will remain vigilant and take steps if necessary. It’s possible the supply would be affected by the virus if it becomes more widespread and prolonged."</div>

<p>The assessment isn’t really solid yet, but it’s very likely that something could change down the line. Some think that this could make an impact to the release of <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/animal-crossing-new-horizons/">Animal Crossing: New Horizons</a> this coming March 20. The special edition bundle for the game included an Animal Crossing theme for the Switch, and it’s also said to have been delayed because of the outbreak.</p>

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<p>For now, all we can really do is wait and see what happens. There are still probably some Switches available for purchase now, but maybe we could see some change in the market come April. Time will tell.</p>

Not even the gaming industry is safe when it comes to the Coronavirus Outbreak.

Besides gaming tournaments getting postponed in China, news suggests that there could be a shortage when it comes to the production of the Nintendo Switch this year.

Coronavirus Outbreak Could Lead to Shortage of Nintendo Switch Production

Besides gaming tournaments getting postponed in China, news suggests that there could be a shortage when it comes to the production of the Nintendo Switch this year.