The price of the Nintendo Switch 2 is a topic that's generating significant buzz within the gaming community. According to analysts speaking to IGN, the next-generation console is expected to launch at around $400. This prediction is further supported by a recent Bloomberg report, which cites Japan-focused analysts. This price point represents a notable increase over the original Nintendo Switch. However, another analyst suggested to Bloomberg that Nintendo might even consider a higher price, possibly up to $499. Despite the potential cost, experts anticipate that the Switch 2 will have a monumental launch, potentially becoming the biggest console launch in history, regardless of its price.

Tokyo analyst Serkan Toto emphasized to Bloomberg that Nintendo is poised to sell "boatloads of Switch 2" in the initial months following its release, suggesting that demand will be high no matter the price tag.

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The anticipated success of the Switch 2 at launch is largely attributed to the strong demand for its initial lineup of games. Toto expects a new Mario Kart, hinted at by Nintendo during the Switch 2's reveal, along with a new 3D Mario game, and the already announced Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4, all set to release within the console's first year. Additionally, Toto anticipates robust third-party support, including titles like Call of Duty from Activision.

There's a long list of rumored third-party titles expected for the console. In an interview with IGN, Civilization 7 developer Firaxis expressed intrigue about the Switch 2's apparent Joy-Con mouse mode. French video game and accessories maker Nacon, known for titles like Greedfall 2, Test Drive Unlimited, and RoboCop: Rogue City, has confirmed it has games ready for the Switch 2. The much-anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong is also rumored to be coming to the Switch 2. Last month, EA indicated that Madden, FC, and The Sims would be well-suited for the Switch 2.

It's important to note that Activision has yet to officially announce its plans for the Switch 2, and Nintendo has not commented on the Bloomberg report.

As for the release date, June 2025 is increasingly mentioned in both online discussions and gaming media. Japan-based analyst Robin Zhu of Sanford C. Bernstein told Bloomberg that the Switch 2 is expected to launch in June, with an initial stock of 6-8 million units. If Nintendo manages to sell through this inventory quickly, the Switch 2 could surpass the sales records of its predecessor and the PlayStation 4 and 5.

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Concerns have been raised about the potential impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff war on the price of the Nintendo Switch 2. The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico, which could affect the price and availability of video games and consoles. However, Bloomberg reports that the Switch 2 will be assembled in both Vietnam and China, with one analyst suggesting that this diversified manufacturing approach could mitigate risks for Nintendo.

While much remains unknown about the Switch 2, Nintendo has scheduled a Direct for April 2, where more details about the console will be revealed.

The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier in January with a brief trailer that confirmed backwards compatibility features and the addition of a second USB-C port. However, many details, such as other games and the function of the mysterious new Joy-Con button, were not disclosed, though the Joy-Con mouse theory has gained traction.

Last month, a Nintendo patent suggested that the Switch 2's Joy-Con controllers could be attached upside down. This indicates that the Switch 2 will utilize gyro mechanics similar to those in smartphones without screen lock. Unlike the original Nintendo Switch, which used rails to attach and lock the Joy-Cons, the new controllers will use magnets, allowing them to be attached on either side.

While this change may not significantly impact the hardware, it will give players the flexibility to choose the positioning of certain buttons and the headphone port. If implemented in the final product, this flipping feature could lead to innovative gameplay mechanics.