The past week has been an emotional rollercoaster for Nintendo. We went from the highly anticipated announcement of Star Fox on Switch 2 to the announcement of a price increase for the console starting September 1, 2026. It will then be sold for €499.99 / $499.99.
During a recent conference call with investors, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa apologized to customers. He also promised a robust lineup of games for the coming weeks.
« We sincerely apologize to our customers for the considerable inconvenience and trouble this will cause.
While we wanted to prioritize a wide adoption, it was challenging to bear the rising costs over a long period. The new pricing does not fully account for all cost increases. »
In addition to the newly announced Star Fox remake, the Switch 2 will launch Splatoon Raiders on July 23 and Pokémon Wind and Waves in 2027. Among the rumors, we can note one regarding a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time or even a new Mario 3D title for next year.
It’s great to see Nintendo acknowledging customer concerns. Price changes can be tough, but transparency is key. Looking forward to seeing how this unfolds!
It’s nice to see them being open about the situation. Transparency can really help build trust with their audience. It will be interesting to see how this price adjustment impacts their sales and overall customer loyalty in the long run.
Absolutely, transparency is key in maintaining customer loyalty. It’s also interesting to consider how their pricing strategy might affect sales in the long run, especially with the increasing competition in the gaming market.