Nintendo announces price increase for Switch 2 handheld — but you still have time to beat it
Nintendo has announced a price increase for its upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 handheld console, set to take effect on September 1, 2026, in North America and Europe, and May 25, 2026, in Japan. The price will rise to $499.99 in the US, with similar increases in Canada and Europe, and a significant jump in Japan for both hardware and online subscriptions. This decision comes amid broader market conditions and price adjustments seen across the industry, including by Sony and Microsoft for their current-generation consoles.
- Entities
- Platform: PlayStation 5
- Platform: Xbox Series X
- Company: Nintendo
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2
- Topic: Supply Chain
- Topic: Hardware Pricing
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