Nintendo Switch 2 digital games to cost less than physical versions in US
GamesIndustry.biz • • technology
Key Points:
- Nintendo will implement different MSRPs for Switch 2 titles in the US starting May 2026, with digital versions priced lower than physical copies to reflect production and distribution costs.
- The first game affected by this pricing change is "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book," with a digital price of $59.99 and a physical price of $69.99; earlier titles like Mario Kart World remain unaffected.
- Nintendo faces ongoing production challenges due to rising component costs, US tariffs, and a memory component shortage, which may impact profitability and lead to potential future price adjustments.
- The company has already increased Switch 2 accessory prices and is considering various market factors before deciding on any console price changes.
- Reports indicate Nintendo has reduced its Switch 2 production forecast for the US from six million to four million units this quarter following weaker-than-expected holiday sales, while hardware sales in Japan remain strong.
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