How Much Will Switch 2 Cost? Nintendo Says It Needs to Consider ‘The Price Range That Consumers Expect for Nintendo Products’

Nintendo is carefully considering several factors to determine the price of the upcoming Switch 2. While analysts predict a $400 price point, Nintendo remains tight-lipped, acknowledging the impact of inflation, fluctuating exchange rates, and consumer expectations since the original Switch's 2017 launch. Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa stated that a multifaceted approach is necessary, considering these economic shifts and the price range consumers anticipate for Nintendo products. He confirmed that no specific price has been decided yet.

The original Switch's $299.99 launch price, maintained for years, provides a benchmark. However, rising costs and inflation, mirroring price increases from competitors Sony and Microsoft, complicate matters. The predicted $400 price for the Switch 2 represents a $100 increase over the original, aligning with the more powerful console suggested by early reveals. This contrasts with the $350 Switch OLED and $200 Switch Lite models. While details on specifications and features remain scarce, a more powerful console justifies the higher price point.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

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A dedicated Switch 2 Direct on April 2nd promises a closer look at the console, following a brief initial reveal. This reveal showcased the console's design, hinted at Mario Kart 9, and teased a potential "mouse" mode for the new Joy-Cons. Many questions remain, including the functionality of a new Joy-Con button, the console's processing power, and the purpose of its new ports. Further hands-on events are planned globally. Meanwhile, Nintendo confirmed the original Switch's price will remain unchanged.