The pricing saga surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2 and its game library has stirred quite a buzz ever since the Switch 2 Direct aired over a week ago. Compounding the excitement, Nintendo had to hit pause on pre-orders for the console in the US and Canada shortly after the event, thanks to a wave of tariffs recently enacted in the States.
As it stands, these tariffs have seen a temporary decrease in several countries, now sitting at just 10% for the next three months. The only outlier is China, where rates remain steep. To say this situation has been a whirlwind for Nintendo would be an understatement! However, insights from the analytics firm Niko Partners suggest a potential silver lining might be on the horizon.
Niko Partners shared their perspective, noting, "With tariffs on Vietnam temporarily reduced for the next 90 days, we expect Nintendo to absorb the 10% tariff to maintain the launch price at $450. However, this price could easily rise if higher tariffs are reinstated after the 90-day period. It serves as a reminder to tread carefully." An official announcement from Nintendo regarding when pre-orders will finally go live in the US and Canada is eagerly awaited. Rest assured, we'll keep you updated on any changes and new pricing details as they come in.