Nintendo announced the Switch 2's price, starting at $450 in the US and $340 for a region-locked Japanese version. The pricing has sparked mixed reactions, including humor from Duolingo suggesting learning Japanese to save $133. Experts believe Nintendo opted for a higher price due to market conditions and their perceived strength in the gaming industry. Initial sales are expected to be strong due to high demand, but long-term sales may decline, possibly skewing towards older, more affluent customers, making it unlikely to match the success of the original Switch.
Nintendo is charging this price because they feel they can and that people will pay," analyst Serkan Toto said.
Gamers, learn Japanese to save $133!" This post references Nintendo's "Domestic Only" console priced at ¥49,980, essentially a $340 option.
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