Nintendo Adjusts Switch 2 Accessory Prices Amid Tariff Concerns
Nintendo has announced new prices for Switch 2 accessories ahead of the April 24 pre-order date due to market conditions and tariffs.
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Nintendo has increased prices on several accessories for its upcoming Switch 2 due to changing market conditions, including tariffs introduced by the Trump administration. While the hardware price remains at $449.99, the pre-order date has shifted to April 24 from its original April 9. The launch is still set for June 5. Consumers can expect further adjustments based on market fluctuations. The price increases range from $5 to $10 across multiple accessories, prompting discussions on potential future price hikes for Nintendo products amidst global economic uncertainty.
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Nintendo delayed the pre-order date for the Switch 2 to April 24, 2025, from the original April 9 date to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions brought about by recent changes, including tariffs introduced by the Trump administration.
The price of the Nintendo Switch 2 console remains unchanged at $449.99, and the Mario Kart World bundle and game prices remain the same as initially announced. However, prices for many accessories have increased due to changing market conditions and tariffs.
Most Nintendo Switch 2 accessories have increased in price by about $5, with some accessories like the Dock Set seeing an increase of $10. For example, the Pro Controller increased from $79.99 to $84.99, and the Dock Set increased from $109.99 to $119.99.
Nintendo of America’s president stated that tariffs were not factored into the initial price of the Switch 2 console itself, but the company is actively assessing the impact of newly introduced tariffs and may address these in the future, especially regarding accessories and manufacturing costs.
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