Will Upset Nintendo Fans Shell Out $450 for the New Switch 2?

On Wednesday, Nintendo had everyone buzzing during its big Switch 2 Direct, but they decided to save one crucial detail for later: the price. Instead of announcing it front and center, they slipped the $449 price tag into a news release, almost hidden among other facts, perhaps to soften the blow. In an interesting twist, they also unveiled a special bundle that includes a copy of Mario Kart World, which will be available for a cool $499.99. For those interested, buying the Mario Kart sequel alone will set you back $80.

The internet, as expected, lit up with varied reactions following Nintendo’s lofty price announcements. Even in our tight-knit group chats with friends, opinions seem to be all over the map. Back in January, we confidently guessed that the new console would hit the shelves at $399, and it turns out, nearly 57% of our readers agreed with that estimate. However, only a small 9% anticipated a $449 price point for the Switch 2. So, the burning question now is: Does the $449.99 price tag sway your decision to snag the Switch 2?

We’re curious about your thoughts! Will you be one of the eager buyers scooping up the Switch 2? Take a moment to participate in our poll and share your reasoning in the comments below. Let’s get the conversation going!