Nintendo's first post-Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Treehouse livestream has been overwhelmed with comments from users urging the company to "DROP THE PRICE." The YouTube chat during the stream reflects widespread discontent over the pricing of Nintendo's next-generation console, particularly the $449.99 Switch 2 and the controversial $79.99 price tag for Mario Kart World.
The Nintendo Switch 2 system itself will retail for $449.99, with a bundle option available that includes Mario Kart World for $499.99, offering a $30 saving on the game's price.
The Treehouse live chat is brimming with frustration, yet Mario Kart World isn't the only game priced at $79.99 for the Switch 2. Other titles, such as The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, also carry this premium price point.
Nintendo has faced criticism for charging for the Switch 2 tutorial video game experience, Welcome Tour, which many fans believe should be included for free. This is in contrast to Astro's Playroom, which comes pre-installed on every PlayStation 5 console 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 against Nintendo's pricing strategy is evident in the Treehouse livestream chat, where the presenters have so far chosen to ignore the comments. This reaction from the gaming community suggests that Nintendo may continue to face pressure to address these pricing concerns.
For a deeper understanding, be sure to read IGN's article on what the experts have to say about Nintendo's Switch 2 and Mario Kart World pricing.
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