Nintendo Switch 2 is available for $399 at Woot for first-time customers using promo code GIFT26, beating the confirmed September 1 price increase from $449.99 to $499.99. The deal ends July 25 and includes refurbished bundle options with Mario Kart World.
Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Hideaki Nishino hints at a potential PS6 handheld, emphasizing "leveraging technologies" for various forms and locations, amidst growing cloud streaming adoption, with users increasing by 1.5 times from December 2025 to January 2026. This move could signify a shift towards Switch-like consoles, blending home and on-the-go gaming experiences seamlessly. Nishino's comments suggest Sony is exploring innovative hardware solutions to meet evolving player needs.
Valve's Steam Deck has undergone a significant price hike, affecting all models of the handheld gaming device. The increase, which ranges across the different storage capacities, may impact its competitiveness in the portable gaming market. Steam Deck buyers will now face higher upfront costs.
Nintendo's Switch 2 has achieved impressive sales of 19.86 million units in its first nine months, with Mario Kart World leading software sales at 14.7 million copies. Despite this success, Nintendo has lowered its sales forecasts for the console to 16.5 million units over the next year, citing uncertain market conditions. The move comes alongside a significant price increase, particularly in Japan.
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