Nintendo Confirms Exactly How Much More Switch 2 Will Soon Cost in The UK
Nintendo has now confirmed the Switch 2 price rise details for the U.K., following similar announcements for the U.S., Canada and mainland Europe.
Nintendo has announced that the price of the upcoming Switch 2 console will increase in various regions, starting from September 1. In the UK, the price will rise from £395.99 to £419.99, a £24 or approximately $33 increase. This is slightly smaller than the price increase in the US, where the console will cost $50 more, taking it from $499.99 to $499.99.
Canada will see a $50 price hike, bringing the price of the console to $679.99. In mainland Europe, the console will cost €30 more, rising from €499.99 to €529.99. The price jump has already been implemented in Japan. Despite the price rise, there are still several high-quality exclusive games to look forward to, such as Donkey Kong Bananza, Pokémon Pokopia, and Splatoon Raiders.
Additionally, Nintendo has confirmed a host of upcoming Switch 2 game launches, including Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Switch Sports Resort, and the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake.
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