The price of the Nintendo Switch 2 has been a focal point of discussion within the video game industry. Analysts have shared with IGN their anticipation that Nintendo's next-generation console will launch at a price point of $400. This expectation is further supported by a recent Bloomberg report, which aligns with predictions from Japan-focused analysts. Launching at $400 would mark a significant increase over the original Switch's price. However, another analyst suggested to Bloomberg that the price could potentially escalate to $499. Despite these higher costs, experts predict that the Switch 2 will see an unprecedented launch, possibly becoming the biggest console launch in history, regardless of its price tag.
"They will sell boatloads of Switch 2 in the first months in particular, almost regardless of the price," stated Tokyo analyst Serkan Toto to Bloomberg. The anticipated success of the Switch 2 at launch is largely attributed to the high demand for its initial lineup of games. Toto expects the launch to include a new Mario Kart, a new 3D Mario game, and the previously announced Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4, all within the console's first year. Additionally, third-party support is expected to be robust, with titles like Call of Duty from Activision, a long list of rumored third-party games, and even Civilization 7 developer Firaxis expressing interest in the Switch 2's Joy-Con mouse mode. French game and accessory maker Nacon has confirmed that it has games ready for the Switch 2, and there are rumors that the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong will be available. EA has also indicated that titles like Madden, FC, and The Sims would be well-suited for the Switch 2.
While Activision has yet to officially announce its plans for the Switch 2, and Nintendo has not commented on the Bloomberg report, the buzz around the console continues to grow. June 2025 is increasingly mentioned as the potential release date for the Switch 2, both online and within games media circles. Analyst Robin Zhu of Sanford C. Bernstein told Bloomberg that the Switch 2 is expected to launch in June with an initial stock of 6-8 million units. If this stock sells out quickly, the Switch 2 could surpass the sales records of its predecessor and the PlayStation 4 and 5.
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Concerns have been raised about the potential impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff war on the Nintendo Switch 2's price. The Trump administration has introduced tariffs on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico, leading analysts to warn that these could affect the price and availability of video games and consoles. However, Bloomberg noted that the Switch 2 will be assembled in Vietnam and China, with diversified manufacturing helping to mitigate risks for Nintendo.
There is still much we don't know about the Nintendo Switch 2, but Nintendo plans to reveal more during a Direct scheduled for April 2.
AnswerSee ResultsThe Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier in January with a brief trailer that confirmed features such as backwards compatibility and the addition of a second USB-C port. However, many details, including its full game lineup and the function of the mysterious new Joy-Con button, remain undisclosed. The Joy-Con mouse theory has gained traction, and a recent Nintendo patent suggested that the Switch 2's Joy-Con controllers could be attached upside down. This innovation, facilitated by magnets instead of rails, allows players to customize button placement and could lead to new gameplay mechanics.
