Hello, tech lovers! Let’s dive into the latest news on Nintendo’s pricing changes. The company has announced that starting August 3, the prices for its original Switch consoles will go up due to ‘market conditions.’

Nintendo mentioned that the increase is primarily linked to tariffs, possibly related to President Trump’s trade policies. This affects several products, including the Nintendo Switch OLED, Nintendo Switch Lite, and some accessories. Interestingly, other Switch models like the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 might also see future price changes, though nothing is confirmed yet.

The current prices are around $299.99 for the original Switch and $349.99 for the OLED version. Nintendo clarified that prices for the Switch 2 and related services like online memberships will stay the same for now, but future hikes could happen.

In recent earnings reports, Nintendo revealed that the Switch 2 has sold over 5.82 million units since its launch in June. To tackle tariffs, Nintendo moved production from China to Vietnam, but recent tariff changes are extending to Vietnam, impacting costs even further.

Stay tuned for more updates and keep your tech game strong!