Nintendo May Hike Switch 2 Price Due to Tariffs
Tap title to read story
Nintendo is considering a price hike for the upcoming Switch 2 console. CEO Shuntaro Furukawa stated that this decision hinges on significant changes to tariffs. While prioritizing the console's initial success, Nintendo acknowledges potential price adjustments post-launch. The company has already mitigated some tariff impacts by raising accessory prices and shifting production to Vietnam. However, the uncertainty surrounding US tariffs remains, particularly with the July expiration of a 90-day pause. This consideration follows recent price increases by Sony and Microsoft for their consoles.
Nintendo is considering a price hike for the upcoming Switch 2 console. CEO Shuntaro Furukawa stated that this decision hinges on significant changes to tariffs. While prioritizing the console's initial success, Nintendo acknowledges potential price adjustments post-launch. The company has already mitigated some tariff impacts by raising accessory prices and shifting production to Vietnam. However, the uncertainty surrounding US tariffs remains, particularly with the July expiration of a 90-day pause. This consideration follows recent price increases by Sony and Microsoft for their consoles.
More context
Sources
JQJO Editorial Desk · Human reviewed · AI assisted. Report a correction.
