Some Nintendo products, including multiple models of the Nintendo Switch and its accessories, are about to become more expensive for customers in the United States market. Pricing of the Nintendo Switch has stayed pretty consistent since its initial release more than eight years ago, but price changes coming very soon could see customers paying as much as $50 more for a new console.
Talks of price hikes in the U.S. Market have been going on for months at Nintendo, and while no specifics were given, market conditions were listed as the reason for the change. In February, company president Shuntaro Furukawa publicly addressed tariff concerns regarding the Switch 2, and multiple statements over the following months have indicated that officials would be keeping a close eye on the topic, with the possibility of higher prices looming.
Nintendo Could Still Raise Switch 2 Price
The Nintendo Switch 2's price is still subject to change in the United States as global tariffs continue to affect market uncertainty.
Nintendo's official website has now announced that the pricing change will take place on August 3, 2025, and it will affect the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch - OLED Model, Nintendo Switch Lite, and multiple unspecified accessories. In addition, some Amiibo figurines are getting more expensive again, following an announcement that the company made back in April, and Nintendo fans seeking a Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo should also expect to pay more unless they make their purchases before the price changes go into effect.
Nintendo Switch Console Price Hike Estimates
- Nintendo Switch - $339.99, up from $299.99
- Nintendo Switch OLED - $399.99, up from $349.99
- Nintendo Switch Lite - $229.99, up from $199.99
The official Nintendo online store has not reflected any price changes yet, though the announcement states that the shop will be updated on August 3. Nintendo has not given any specific information on what the new prices for Nintendo Switch consoles or accessories will be, but reputable leaker CentroLeaks has provided some possible new prices from retailer Target for the three different models of the console. According to its report, the Nintendo Switch - OLED Model will see a $50 price jump to $399.99. The classic model is expected to rise by $40 to $339.99, with the portable Switch Lite rising $30 to $229.99. There's no official confirmation that these prices are correct, but Nintendo fans don't have to wait long to confirm them.
Unlike its predecessor, the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 will not be changing at this time, remaining at its initial $449.99 price point. Additionally, prices of both physical and digital copies of games for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 will remain unchanged for now, as will the subscription fee for Nintendo Switch Online memberships. However, the official announcement states that Nintendo is continuing to monitor the financial outlook of the U.S. Market, and future price hikes are a possibility.
Nintendo Switch
- Brand
- Nintendo
- Weight
- .88 lbs
- Storage
- 32 GB
- Display
- 6.2-inch LCD Screen / 1280 x 720
- Battery
- Approximately 4.5 - 9 hours