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Nintendo Announces Big 'Customer Appreciation Sale' Supported By Tariff Refunds It Doesn't Want To Pay Back To Players
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Nintendo announced a "Customer Appreciation Sale" running from September 13 to September 26, offering up to 30% off on games, bundles, downloadable content, accessories, amiibos, and clothing across eShop, Nintendo Stores, and select retailers.
- The sale is partly funded by "tariff-related refunds" Nintendo received from the U.S. government after absorbing most tariff costs imposed under former President Trump's administration.
- Nintendo is currently engaged in legal battles with the U.S. government to recover tariff payments deemed illegal by the Supreme Court and has also resisted customer efforts to claim portions of those refunds.
- The company presents the sale as a gesture of appreciation to its customers, possibly aiming to improve public perception amid ongoing disputes over tariff-related refund issues.
- This promotion marks one of Nintendo's largest sales events, providing some relief to consumers who previously paid higher prices for Switch 2 consoles and accessories due to tariffs.
