The Internet Reacts To Switch 2 And Mario Kart Sticker Shock
Briefly

Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 console is priced at $450, significantly above inflation-adjusted expectations, signaling a shift in gaming costs. Alongside, Mario Kart World is set to launch at $90 for physical copies, reflecting rising prices. The Switch 2 Welcome Tour tutorial will also come at a cost. Analysts like Mat Piscatella suggest this may indicate a new pricing norm in gaming, as fans react to the increasing costs for both consoles and games, raising questions about the motivations behind the hikes.
A Nintendo Switch 2 will set you back $450, with rising game prices and new features suggesting a shift in the gaming market economy.
Mario Kart World, an ambitious entry with 24-player support, will cost $90 physically, indicating a significant increase in premium game pricing.
Nintendo appears ready to capitalize on its fan base with higher console and game prices, leaving many to question the reasons behind these increases.
The rising costs could stem from inflation or market strategy, as expert Mat Piscatella noted a shift to new pricing norms in the gaming industry.
Read at Kotaku
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