
Nintendo appears to be adopting a tactic from PlayStation’s strategy with the “Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour“, an interactive demonstration showcasing the console’s new features, similar to how Sony educates customers about the PS5 through “Astro’s Playroom“, a delightful game pre-installed on every PS5. In this game, players explore the PS5 hardware in an engaging and adorable manner, hidden within the game itself. This was a smart way for Sony to share information about the PS5, but “Astro’s Playroom” ended up being more than just an educational tool; it became a popular game in its own right, leading to the creation of the highly profitable “Astro Bot“. Essentially, “Astro’s Playroom” was a shrewd move by Sony, so it seems reasonable that Nintendo would want to follow suit with the “Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour“. However, it’s unusual that Nintendo is charging for this experience.