Nintendo's Switch 2 Livestream Flooded with "DROP the PRICE" Demands

Nintendo's first post-Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Treehouse livestream has been inundated with angry comments from users demanding the company to "DROP THE PRICE." A quick look at the YouTube chat during the stream reveals widespread dissatisfaction with the pricing of Nintendo's next-generation console, particularly the $449.99 Switch 2 and the contentious $79.99 price tag for Mario Kart World.

The Nintendo Switch 2 system itself will retail for $449.99, but a bundle option is available that includes Mario Kart World for $499.99, offering a $30 saving on the game's standalone price.

Mario Kart World isn't the only game on the Nintendo Switch 2 priced at $79.99. Other titles, such as The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, also carry the same price point. Additionally, Nintendo has faced criticism for charging for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, which many fans argue should be included for free. This contrasts with Astro's Playroom, which comes pre-installed on every PlayStation 5, serving as a complimentary tech demo for the DualSense controller.

The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with the following:

• Nintendo Switch 2 console
• Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
• Joy-Con 2 Grip
• Joy-Con 2 Straps
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
• Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
• USB-C Charging Cable

The backlash over Nintendo's pricing strategy is now evident during the Treehouse livestream, though the presenters have largely ignored the chat. It appears that Nintendo will continue to face criticism from the gaming community, increasing the pressure on the company to respond to these concerns.

For more context, you can read IGN's article that delves into what the experts have to say about Nintendo's Switch 2 and Mario Kart World pricing. Also, don't miss out on all the news announced during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.

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