Should you buy a Nintendo Switch 2 before the price hikes? I played 5 of its biggest exclusives to find out
The Nintendo Switch 2 is set for a price increase due to a global memory crisis. The price hike will take effect on September 1, 2026, with the console costing $499.99 in the US. Consumers are debating whether to purchase the console now at its current lower price before the increase.
- ▪The Nintendo Switch 2 will see a $50 price increase in the US, raising its cost to $499.99.
- ▪Consumers in the UK, Europe, Canada, and other regions will also face price hikes in the coming months.
- ▪The console's leading launch title, Mario Kart World, has received mixed reviews from fans.
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Gaming Consoles & PC Nintendo Should you buy a Nintendo Switch 2 before the price hikes? I played 5 of its biggest exclusives to find out Features By Harry Padoan published 21 May 2026 Act now or react later? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter It’s official. The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to receive a price hike around the world, largely as a result of the ongoing memory crisis.In the US, the Switch 2 will get a $50 increase, effective 1 September 2026, meaning it will cost $499.99.
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