Nintendo is raising the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. from $449.99 to $499.99 starting Sept. 1, citing “various changes in market conditions.” The increase lands less than a year after the console’s launch and adds to growing concerns about how inflation, tariffs and supply chain costs are shaping gaming prices. While Nintendo did not share specific reasons behind the jump, the move puts the Switch 2 closer in price to higher-end gaming hardware and could make some buyers think twice before upgrading. Accessories and games are not currently affected, but fans will be watching closely to see if more price changes follow.
Source: Nintendo
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