Nintendo's first post-Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Treehouse livestream has been inundated with frustrated comments from fans demanding the company to "DROP THE PRICE." A quick look at the YouTube chat during the stream reveals a wave of dissatisfaction with the pricing strategy for Nintendo's next-generation console, particularly the $449.99 price tag for the Switch 2 and the contentious $79.99 price for Mario Kart World.
The Nintendo Switch 2 system itself is set to retail for $449.99, but a bundle option is available that includes Mario Kart World for $499.99, offering a $30 saving on the game's standalone price.
The Treehouse live chat reflects the community's strong reaction. However, Mario Kart World isn't the only game on the Switch 2 priced at $79.99; other titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom also carry this price point.
Nintendo has faced additional criticism for charging for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, which many fans believe should be included for free, similar to how Astro's Playroom comes pre-installed on every PlayStation 5 as a complimentary tech demo for the DualSense controller.
The Nintendo Switch 2 package includes:
- Nintendo Switch 2 console
- Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
- Joy-Con 2 Grip
- Joy-Con 2 Straps
- Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
- Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
- USB-C Charging Cable
The backlash over Nintendo's pricing strategy has now spilled into the Treehouse livestream, though the presenters have largely ignored the chat. It appears that Nintendo may continue to face pressure from the gaming community to address these pricing concerns.
For a deeper understanding of the situation, you can read IGN's article on what the experts have to say about Nintendo’s Switch 2 and Mario Kart World pricing.
If you missed any announcements, be sure to catch up on all the news from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.
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