Is the Nintendo Switch 2’s inflated pricing justified despite fan fury?

Amongst our collective positivity at seeing new details, a lot of us are furious about the Nintendo Switch 2’s pricing for accessories, games, and more. Some can be justified, but some aspects are a little less excusable. Every new generation of console is more expensive than the last, across the board - in fact, it's the same with all tech like mobiles, power banks, and more. This is due to innovations and higher quality components going into the item, though production costs, wages, and taxes also play a part. For the Switch 2, we have new features, better specs, and a larger screen to justify the price. It’s the extra items that are concerning some of us. For instance, if you’re in the US and let’s say you want the console with all the trimmings and a copy of Donkey Kong Bananza, you’re going to need to fork out $569.97 for the console, game, and a camera attachment. If you want to try the Switch 2’s tech demo game, Welcome Tour, that’ll cost extra, though there’s no listed price just yet. This is the part that’s grinding the most gears, as a gamified tutorial should surely come as a free item, not a paid experience. Continue reading Is the Nintendo Switch 2’s inflated pricing justified despite fan fury? MORE FROM POCKET TACTICS: The best Switch games, The best upcoming Switch games, The best Switch RPGs

Apr 4, 2025 - 15:37

Is the Nintendo Switch 2’s inflated pricing justified despite fan fury?

Amongst our collective positivity at seeing new details, a lot of us are furious about the Nintendo Switch 2’s pricing for accessories, games, and more. Some can be justified, but some aspects are a little less excusable.

Every new generation of console is more expensive than the last, across the board - in fact, it's the same with all tech like mobiles, power banks, and more. This is due to innovations and higher quality components going into the item, though production costs, wages, and taxes also play a part. For the Switch 2, we have new features, better specs, and a larger screen to justify the price.

It’s the extra items that are concerning some of us. For instance, if you’re in the US and let’s say you want the console with all the trimmings and a copy of Donkey Kong Bananza, you’re going to need to fork out $569.97 for the console, game, and a camera attachment. If you want to try the Switch 2’s tech demo game, Welcome Tour, that’ll cost extra, though there’s no listed price just yet. This is the part that’s grinding the most gears, as a gamified tutorial should surely come as a free item, not a paid experience.

Continue reading Is the Nintendo Switch 2’s inflated pricing justified despite fan fury?

MORE FROM POCKET TACTICS: The best Switch games, The best upcoming Switch games, The best Switch RPGs