Nintendo’s upcoming console, the Switch 2, has gamers buzzing. Since its announcement on January 16th, most of the talk has centered around one big question: how much will it cost?
It looks like Switch 2 will be more expensive than the original Switch, which launched at $299 in 2017. Rumors and leaks suggest a price range between $399 and $499. The increase isn’t too surprising, considering the expected upgrades and factors like inflation and import tariffs.
An Italian retailer, GamesandMovies.it, recently listed the console for pre-order at €364.99 (about $383 USD). If that’s accurate, the U.S. price might land closer to $350 since consoles are usually cheaper in the American market. On the flip side, some leaks, including one from insider @Shpeshal_Nick, suggest the price could go as high as $449 or $499, especially if Nintendo offers bundles like a Mario Kart package.
The higher price is likely tied to hardware improvements, such as a bigger, possibly OLED screen and more powerful processing. These features would justify the jump in cost, but economic pressures like inflation might also play a role.
It’s worth noting that retailers often use placeholder prices to gauge interest, and this could be the case with the GamesandMovies.it listing. For now, everything is up in the air until Nintendo’s Nintendo Direct event on April 2nd, where they’re expected to reveal the console’s features, release date, and price.
The original Switch sold over 130 million units, so expectations for the Switch 2 are high. While the upgrades may warrant a higher price, Nintendo will need to find a sweet spot to appeal to both dedicated fans and casual players who helped make the first console such a hit.
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