Nintendo Switch 2 Might Cost $499 With $70 Games As Standard

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It’s been some time now since Nintendo unveiled the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, but we’re still in the dark about crucial aspects like its pricing, launch date, and initial game offerings.

It appears we may have a better idea of what’s to come, since some analysts and market experts predict that the Nintendo Switch 2 might not be budget-friendly like its predecessor, as suggested by a Bloomberg report featuring insights from Dr. Serkan Toto, Robin Zhu, and Yijia Zhai.

According to all the analysts we’ve heard from, it’s expected that the Nintendo Switch 2 will have a price tag exceeding $400. This could potentially get pricier due to the ongoing trade disputes between the US and other countries, as suggested by Toyo Securities.

In comparison, the chip used in the original Nintendo Switch is believed to have a production cost of around $80 per unit. On the other hand, it’s expected that the chip for the Switch 2 will fall within the range of $130 to $150. Given these estimates, it wouldn’t come as a shock if the price of the Switch 2 is set at approximately $499.

The Biggest Launch in the History of Video Games

Despite their opinions, these experts anticipate that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 is likely to enjoy robust sales when it hits the market this year. In fact, some predict that its launch could break records, potentially marking one of the most successful debuts in video game history.

A strong roster of games, including popular franchises like Mario, Pokémon Legends, Metroid Prime 4, and big-name third-party support such as Call of Duty, is anticipated to justify the high cost at launch.

These games could potentially cost more than standard Nintendo Switch games. There’s a chance that Nintendo may adopt the $70 price point for their latest releases, as suggested by Dr. Serkan Toto on platform X.

Regarding when the Nintendo Switch 2 might be released, it’s speculated that it could debut in June. According to Robin Zhu’s predictions, the Switch 2 is expected to sell between 6 to 8 million units upon launch and potentially reach 20 million sales within a year from its release date.

To put it another way, according to Bloomberg’s data, the Nintendo Switch console managed to sell approximately 2.7 million units during its initial month on the market. In contrast, both the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles sold around 4.5 million each during their respective first three months of release.

As a gaming enthusiast, I find myself in an era where the PlayStation 5 PRO was unveiled last year, sporting a $700 / 800 Euro price point. The traditional pricing models of yesteryears seem to be a thing of the past, given the economic shifts and the impressive power—not to mention the cost—of these modern gaming consoles.

On April 2nd, during their upcoming Nintendo Direct event, we’re likely to receive formal announcements about both the pricing and launch date for the Nintendo Switch 2.

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2025-03-14 15:39