Nintendo Switch Expected to Launch at $399 Price Point
Analysts predict the new console will balance advanced features with affordability, but official pricing will be revealed in April.
- Industry analysts widely predict the Nintendo Switch 2 will launch at $399, $100 more than the original Switch's 2017 price.
- Nintendo has stated that affordability remains a priority, though inflation and exchange rates could influence final pricing.
- The $399 price is seen as a strategic middle ground, offering advanced hardware while staying below competitors like the PS5 and Xbox Series X.
- Backward compatibility and exclusive Nintendo franchises are expected to drive demand despite potential price increases.
- Official pricing and release details for the Switch 2 will be announced during a Nintendo Direct event on April 2.