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Nintendo Switch 2 Price Jumps Globally Amid Chip Crunch
Nintendo has announced price increases for the Switch 2 console worldwide, from $449.99 to $499.99 in the US effective September 1, 2026, due to rising component costs and supply chain issues from AI chip demand. Japan sees the hike from ¥49,980 to ¥59,980 starting May 25, with similar changes in Canada and Europe.
Sony and Nintendo Warn of AI-Driven Chip Shortage Impacting Gaming Costs
Surging memory chip prices, doubled in Q1 due to AI data center demand, are raising costs for Nintendo and Sony's gaming businesses. Nintendo cites ¥100 billion extra expenses this year; Sony raised PS5 prices earlier and expects ongoing pressure despite secured supply.
Nintendo Officially Revises Switch 2 Prices in Japan, US, Canada, Europe
Official notice details Switch 2 MSRP revisions: Japan ¥49,980 to ¥59,980 (May 25), US $449.99 to $499.99, Canada $629.99 to $679.99, Europe €469.99 to €499.99 (September 1). Changes attributed to medium- to long-term market shifts including memory costs.
Nintendo Raises Switch 2 Price by 10,000 Yen in Japan Due to Soaring Components
Nintendo's popular Switch 2, launched last June with 20M units sold globally, will increase from ¥49,980 to ¥59,980 on May 25, 2026. US and Europe hikes planned for September; reason cited as memory and other component price surges.
Nintendo Switch Online Subscriptions to Increase in Japan and South Korea
Alongside console price hikes, Nintendo plans to raise Nintendo Switch Online prices in Japan effective July 1, 2026, and in South Korea. This is part of broader adjustments due to cost increases.
Nintendo Cites Tariffs and Memory Costs for ¥100 Billion Expense Surge
Higher component costs, especially memory, plus tariffs, will add around ¥100 billion ($638M) to Nintendo's expenses this financial year amid global semiconductor crunch. The firm follows Sony and Microsoft's pricing adjustments.
Switch 2 Price Hikes Follow Sony PS5 Increases Amid Industry Chip Crunch
Nintendo's move mirrors Sony's earlier PS5 price rises and Microsoft's adjustments, as AI boom tightens chip supply for gaming, smartphones, and autos. Chipmakers like Samsung plan expansions, but new capacity takes a year.
Las Vegas Gaming Executives Optimistic Despite New Gaming Competition Rise
Gaming industry outlook shows record optimism among Las Vegas executives, even as competition from new gaming forms rises to 42% concern (up from 25% in Q3 2025). Report prepared amid broader sector challenges.
Nintendo Announces 2026 Lineup Including Yoshi, Star Fox, Splatoon Amid Price News
Despite price hikes, Nintendo plans major 2026 releases: 'Yoshi and the Mysterious Book' in May, 'Star Fox' in June, 'Splatoon Raiders' in July, signaling continued investment in Switch 2 ecosystem.
Nintendo Apologizes for Price Revisions on Consoles, Cards, and Services
Nintendo expresses regret for impacting customers with MSRP hikes on Switch 2, original Switch, playing cards, and online services, ensuring product availability amid rising material costs. Changes effective soon in multiple regions.