Nintendo has provided details on its decision to raise the price of the Switch 2, citing persistent rises in memory and other component expenses that are expected to continue.
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa said the company faced difficult choices after reviewing its full-year results. He noted that temporary cost increases would have allowed other options, but the surge in memory prices, foreign exchange trends and oil costs are projected to last over the medium to long term.
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Nintendo announced it will increase the price of the Switch 2 console by $50 starting September 1 in the US. The move affects the base model amid rising component costs and follows similar adjustments in other markets.
Nintendo has announced price increases for the Switch 2 console across several regions. The changes follow investor concerns over profitability and will take effect at different times depending on the market.
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Nintendo's share price dropped seven percent on Monday as investors reacted to ongoing production cost pressures and the absence of major game releases in 2026. The decline came despite a recent price increase for the Switch 2 console.
Nintendo has confirmed plans to introduce a new version of the Switch 2 featuring a replaceable battery in 2027. The move responds to upcoming European Union rules on electronic waste. The updated model will be available in Europe starting February 2027.
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Nintendo has revealed a bundle deal for its Switch 2 console that includes Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 for a $20 discount. The offer runs from April 12 through May 9 at select retailers. The package totals $500, matching the price of a previous sold-out launch bundle.