Switch 1 won't die as Nintendo admits not all fans can afford Switch 2

Nintendo Boss Acknowledges Switch 2 Price May Be Out of Reach for Some, Reaffirms Switch 1 Support

As discussion around the Nintendo Switch 2 price continues to dominate headlines, Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser has weighed in directly on the growing debate. In a new interview with Canada’s CBC, Bowser addressed concerns about affordability and shared more details on Nintendo’s long-term hardware strategy. The post Nintendo Boss Acknowledges Switch 2 Price May Be Out of Reach for Some, Reaffirms Switch 1 Support appeared first on T…

Switch 1 won't die as Nintendo admits not all fans can afford Switch 2

Support for the Switch 1 looks set to continue for several years, as Nintendo admits the Switch 2 is too expensive for some people.

'We recognize there are some people that may not be able to afford [the Switch 2's] price point...' — President of Nintendo of America

Nintendo recently unveiled all the juicy details about their upcoming new console, the Switch 2. The console is set to be released on June 5, 2025. Originally, Nintendo intended to allow preorders starting on April 9, 2025, but these plans were delayed due to the potential tariff impact. Oddly, they decided not to reveal the price of the hybrid device during their latest Nintendo Direct presentation, but fans were able to determine that the cons…

Nintendo has been shaken since the announcement of its Switch 2: the question of the price of the console is always widely debated and Big N tries to justify itself, even if to frustrated the players a little more...

Is it better to buy a Switch 1 or a Switch 2?

Nintendo defends price of Switch 2 by suggesting you buy the original instead

Last Updated on April 10, 2025 Following the big announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2, including its release date (June 5th), pricing, and specs, there have been a few hurdles to overcome. Many people weren’t so happy with the increased price point compared to the original Switch, especially with the revelation that some games could ...