Nintendo Switch Price Hikes: What You Need to Know
At the end of June, Nintendo announced that prices for the original Switch console, its accessories, and games would rise starting August 1. The company cited “market conditions” as the reason behind this decision. Now that the date has passed, we have a clear picture of how much these items will now cost.
Updated Pricing Details
Here's a breakdown of the new prices. It's important to note that the recently launched $629 Nintendo Switch 2 and its related games and accessories are not affected by these increases:
- Nintendo Switch Lite – $279.99 (up from $259.99)
- Nintendo Switch – $419.99 (up from $399.99)
- Nintendo Switch OLED – $489.99 (up from $449.99)
- Joy-Cons (pair) – $109.99 (up from $99.99)
- Pro Controller – $99.99 (up from $89.99)
- Most games – $84.99 (up from $79.99)
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – $99.99 (up from $89.99)
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ul >A Surprising Trend in Gaming Prices
Typically, older gaming products see price drops over time, especially after newer models hit the market; however, this situation is quite unusual.
This trend highlights our current economic challenges, particularly with ongoing tariffs that threaten various markets where Nintendo operates and produces its goods.
The Future of Pricing for Nintendo Products
As it stands now, there hasn't been an increase in pricing for the new Switch console itself; however, accessory prices have already gone up before its launch.
This leaves room for speculation about potential future price hikes on the Switch 2 itself-a possibility analysts are keeping an eye on closely.
A Broader Impact Beyond Canada
This price adjustment isn't limited to Canada alone; Nintendo has also confirmed similar increases in original Switch products within U.S markets as well.
The gaming community is buzzing with reactions to these changes as players weigh their options moving forward amidst rising costs across various platforms. p >
An Update on New Prices h4 >
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