Nintendo Switch 2 Launches June 2025 Amid Tariffs

Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 console will launch in the U.S. on June 5, 2025, at its original price of $449.99, despite new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Pre-orders, previously delayed due to tariff-related uncertainty, will open on April 24. The Mario Kart World bundle and launch game prices remain unchanged, while most Switch 2 accessories will see a $5 to $10 price increase due to market conditions. Nintendo indicated that further price changes may occur as the economic situation evolves. Many Switch 1 accessories will still be compatible with the new console, and fans have voiced frustration over the higher accessory costs. The pricing changes highlight wider challenges facing the gaming industry amid shifting trade policies and global economic pressures.