Nintendo to open Switch 2 preorders, raise accessory prices due to tariffs

Nintendo to open Switch 2 preorders, raise accessory prices due to tariffs

Nintendo postponed Switch 2 preorders in the U.S. to assess the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs on Chinese imports.

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By Roxy Osborne For gamers, the announcement of a new home console is usually reminiscent of an early Christmas. Instead of gifts under the tree, nerds around the globe treasure the new features, games, and hardware upgrades presented to them. The Nintendo Switch 2 had this initial excitement, but was slowly usurped by continuing bad news. President Donald Trump’s tariffs around the globe have become the Grinch in this not-so-festive season. Nin…

Switch 2 accessories aren't the only Nintendo items getting a price hike in the US

(Credit: Nintendo)📈 Nintendo Switch 2 amiibo are more expensive due to US tariffs on China💰 amiibo prices range from $29.99 to $39.99, up from the previous $13 MSRP👉 Zelda amiibo (Sidon, Riju, Yunobo, Tulin) are $29.99 each; Street Fighter 6 amiibo (Luke, Kimberly, Jamie) are $39.99 each🤷‍♂️ While Switch 2 production moved to Vietnam, most accessories and amiibo are still made in ChinaTo everyone's relief, Nintendo didn't raise the Nintendo …

Before the actual sales start of Switch 2 Nintendo attracts the prices accordingly. What's going on?

The tariffs released by US President Trump send shock waves through the world economy – games manufacturers are also affected. Update on April 22, 2025: Nintendo has officially confirmed to US media that the switch-2 pre-orders in North America should start on April 24 – that is, on Thursday. Regardless of the higher import tariffs, the list price of the console should remain unchanged – i.e. [...] Post After customs shock: US customers can pre-…

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