Nintendo Raises Switch Prices in U.S. Amid Tariffs

Nintendo has announced that, starting August 3, 2025, it will raise prices for its original Switch consoles—including the standard, Lite, and OLED models—as well as select accessories and some Switch 2 accessories in the United States. The price hikes, reportedly between $30 and $50 per console, are attributed to market conditions, which analysts link to newly imposed U.S. tariffs on imported goods. The newer Switch 2 console is not affected by this round of increases, but Nintendo has warned that future hikes are possible if conditions worsen. The move is notable as older hardware typically receives price reductions after next-generation launches. Industry observers expect the change to accelerate Nintendo's transition away from the original Switch, with new game releases increasingly targeting the Switch 2. Prices for Switch 2 hardware and games remain unchanged for now.