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Nintendo share value falls as president admits increased prices will "raise the barrier to purchase"
Nintendo's share value has fallen significantly after president Shuntaro Furukawa admitted that increased hardware prices will "raise the barrier to purchase." Furukawa emphasized that providing engaging gameplay and unique experiences is crucial to offering value beyond the price, aiming to expand the market for the Nintendo Switch 2. The company cited changes in market conditions for recent price increases in several regions.
Nintendo Isn't Ruling Out Further Switch 2 Price Changes Just Yet
Nintendo is not ruling out further price adjustments for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console due to ongoing component cost uncertainties. President Shuntaro Furukawa stated the company needs to respond flexibly to market situations. This follows an announced price increase of $50 in North America and €30 in Europe, set for September 1st.
GTA 6 Philippines: Release Date, Price, and Everything You Need to Know — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a PC version expected later. Analysts anticipate a standard edition price of around $80 USD, potentially translating to PHP 4,700 in the Philippines. Pre-order details and specific pricing are yet to be officially announced by Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive.
Nintendo President Apologizes for Switch 2 Price Hike, Promises Robust Software Lineup
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa has apologized for the upcoming price increase of the Nintendo Switch 2, citing rising production costs and global shortages. The company plans to mitigate this by ensuring a robust software lineup. Price adjustments will also affect the original Nintendo Switch models and Nintendo Switch Online services starting in May and July, respectively.
Nintendo boss reportedly wants to make up for Switch 2 price increase with a stronger line-up of games
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa reportedly aims to compensate for upcoming price increases on the Nintendo Switch 2 by offering a stronger selection of games. The console's price is set to rise by $50 in September, reaching $500 in the US, with similar adjustments expected globally. Nintendo Switch Online memberships will also see price hikes in Japan and South Korea.
Giant Enemy Crabs, $599, Ridge Racer: Sony's Wild E3 2006 Is Now 20-Years-Old
Sony's E3 2006 press conference, marked by the PlayStation 3's $599 price point and memorable moments like "Ridge Racer" and "Giant Enemy Crabs," is revisited 20 years later. The event is seen as a low point that complicated the PlayStation 3's early years and highlighted a disconnect with consumers, contrasting with today's more polished presentations.
Nintendo raise Switch 2 pricing in Japan, North America and Europe
Nintendo is increasing the price of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 in Japan, North America, and Europe due to market conditions and global economic outlook. The price of the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite will also increase in Japan. Nintendo also announced a price increase for Nintendo Switch Online in Japan and Korea.
Nintendo president apologizes for Switch 2 price increase, promises “robust software lineup” to make up for it
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has apologized for an upcoming price increase on the Nintendo Switch 2, which will see its price rise by $50 in the U.S. starting in September. Furukawa stated that Nintendo will focus on providing a robust software lineup to justify the new price and acknowledged the difficulty in absorbing rising costs.
PS6 – The Biggest Rumours You Should Know About
Rumors suggest the PlayStation 6, codenamed Orion, will feature a Zen 6 CPU and RDNA 5 GPU from AMD, with 30 GB of GDDR7 memory. Sony may adopt a multi-tier console approach and is reportedly developing a native handheld device, internally called Canis. The console is expected to launch between 2027 and 2028, with potential pricing between $600 and $800, and the handheld around $399 to $699.
Shockingly, way fewer people are buying PlayStation 5 after Sony hiked its price
PlayStation 5 console sales have significantly decreased by nearly 50 percent in the last quarter of fiscal year 2025 following Sony's price hikes. Despite the dip in unit sales, Sony's hardware generation remains its most profitable to date. Future sales forecasts for fiscal year 2026 may be impacted by AI memory shortages and potential further price adjustments.
PS5 Will Soon Be Cheaper Than Switch 2 in Japan, But Is It Going to Make Any Difference?
The PlayStation 5 will become cheaper than the Nintendo Switch 2 in Japan starting May 25th, following a ¥10,000 price increase for the Switch 2. Despite this, the PlayStation 5 continues to significantly underperform in Japanese sales compared to the Nintendo Switch, largely due to a lack of exclusive titles that appeal to the Japanese market.
Another PS5 price hike isn't the "plan," says Sony CEO, but I'm not getting my hopes up
Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki stated that the company does not currently plan another price increase for the PlayStation 5. However, he did not rule out the possibility of future price adjustments for the console.
You better get your Switch 2 now if you want to avoid price hikes
Nintendo has announced price increases for the Nintendo Switch in Japan, the United States, Canada, and Europe, citing changes in market conditions and the global business outlook. The price hike will take effect in Japan on May 25 and in other regions on September 1. Nintendo Switch Online prices are also increasing in Japan.
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increases Globally
Nintendo will implement global price increases for the Nintendo Switch 2 starting May 25, 2025, in Europe and September 1, 2026, in North America and other regions. The console's price will rise from $449.99 USD to $499.99 USD in western markets, and from ¥49,980 to ¥59,980 in Japan. Nintendo cited changing market conditions and the global business outlook as reasons for the adjustment.
Nintendo (NTDOY) increases Switch 2 prices starting September 1, 2026
Nintendo is increasing the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 console and its Nintendo Switch Online subscription service starting September 1, 2026. The specific price adjustments were not detailed in the announcement.
Nintendo Raising Switch 2 and Switch Online Prices
Nintendo is increasing prices for its current Nintendo Switch systems, the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, and Nintendo Switch Online memberships. The company cited changing market conditions and global business considerations for the adjustments, which will take effect at different times in Japan, North America, and Europe starting May 25, 2026.
Nintendo Raises Price of Switch 2
Nintendo has announced price increases for the Nintendo Switch 2, raising its US price to $499.99. The company also increased prices for the original Nintendo Switch models in Japan and for Nintendo Switch Online services in multiple regions. This move follows similar price adjustments made by Microsoft and Sony.
Nintendo announces Nintendo Switch 2 price increase
Nintendo has announced a worldwide price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2, raising its price to $499.99 / €499.99. The company is also increasing the price of its Nintendo Switch Online subscription and Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack in Japan. Specific UK pricing will be confirmed later, while US pre-orders begin April 24, 2025, with the console priced at $449.99 at launch.
Switch Lifetime Sales Inch Toward PS2, But Price Hikes May Hurt Its Chances
The Nintendo Switch is nearing the lifetime sales of the PlayStation 2, having sold 155.92 million units as of March 31, 2026. However, recent price increases for the console family in the US and Japan, along with Nintendo's own forecast of only 2 million sales in the next fiscal year, may hinder its chances of surpassing the PS2's 160 million mark.
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Nintendo is increasing the suggested retail price of the Nintendo Switch in the EU to 499 euros starting September 1, up from 469 euros. The company cited changing market conditions, likely due to increased costs for storage and internal memory. Prices are also rising in Japan, the USA, and Canada, though the impact on Swedish prices is uncertain as sales are handled by retailers.