- Nintendo has shared a few hints about the Switch 2 price.
- The company’s president states that pricing will take both affordability and inflation into account.
- The new hardware will follow the same philosophy as past consoles when it comes to pricing.
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been officially unveiled, but there is still a lot that remains a mystery about the console. One major detail that fans are curious to learn is the price, which could make or break the new hardware.
Various rumors and analysts have previously discussed the possibility of a $400 and $500 launch price. While Nintendo has yet to comment, the company’s president has assured fans that affordability will be a major focus with the new hardware.
Why it matters: The PS5 and Xbox Series S|X already exist close to the $400-500 price point, so the new hybrid console must carefully navigate the market.
As per President Shuntaro Furukawa, the Nintendo Switch 2 pricing will take various factors into account. The gaming giant will be careful not to ignore Japan’s increasing inflation, and it will also consider the evolving exchange rate.
Above all, Nintendo intends to retain its historic appeal of affordability which has been a common theme throughout the years. While the company’s president had nothing else to say, he certainly gave fans hope to cling to.
We must take into consideration the affordable prices our customers expect.
-Shuntao Furukawa
If this comment is anything to go by, the console is unlikely to be priced above $400. While this would still make it more expensive than the original Nintendo Switch, it would put the new console on par with the likes of Valve’s Steam Deck, which received a price cut after the OLED model launched.
The gaming giant previously confirmed a new Direct for April. Details on the specs and pricing should be revealed during this presentation, in addition to new game announcements.
However, new leaks could also show up ahead of this Direct, potentially traveling the price before the announcement. What are your thoughts on Shuntaro Furukawa’s comment? Do you think the new hardware will be priced appropriately? Let’s discuss this in the comments and on the Tech4Gamers Forums.
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