Nintendo’s long-awaited Switch 2 is set to hit shelves officially tomorrow for $449.99, but the company has already pulled back the curtain on something far less flashy and far more practical: repair costs. If you’re planning to buy one and considering how fast preorders have moved, many already have; it’s worth knowing how much you might pay down the road if your shiny new console starts acting up.
The repair prices, quietly posted on Nintendo’s Japanese website, paint a picture of the Switch 2’s internal architecture and the likely wear points that could eventually need servicing. The fees range from a relatively modest 7,150 yen (about $50) for minor issues to a steep 27,500 yen (around $192) for serious motherboard-level failures. All prices include tax.
Let’s start with the worst-case scenario: if your Switch 2 suddenly refuses to power on, won’t charge, freezes frequently, or throws up constant game read errors, you’re likely looking at a motherboard replacement. That fix costs the full 27,500 yen, which isn’t far off the price of an entirely new console in some markets.
Cracked screens or broken touch panels, both of which are unfortunately common in portable devices, will cost 15,400 yen (roughly $108). That’s less than a full replacement, but still painful enough to make you think twice before tossing your Switch 2 in a bag without a case.
Other mid-tier repairs include the USB-C charging port, the battery, or the game card slot, each priced at 9,900 yen ($69). These components are frequently used and can wear out over time, especially if the device is used docked and undocked often or travels a lot.
And then there are the low-end repairs: speaker glitches, SD card issues, and headphone jack failures. These fall into the 7,150 yen ($50) bracket, which sits at the more affordable end of Nintendo’s official repair pricing.
It’s worth noting that Nintendo’s regional repair policies vary, so international pricing could look different once the Switch 2 rolls out globally. Still, the Japanese pricing gives a clear idea of where the most vulnerable parts lie and what kind of bill you might face if your console starts misbehaving.
In related news, be sure to check out the essential accessories to pair with your new Nintendo Switch 2.
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