NEWS5d ago · 16 views
PlayStation Plus Price Hike Announced for New Subscribers
Sony has announced a price increase for new PlayStation Plus subscribers in select regions, citing "ongoing market conditions". Existing subscribers are unaffected unless their subscription lapses or changes, with exceptions in Turkey and India. The new prices start at $10.99 USD monthly for the Essential tier.
CONSOLE GAMINGMay 13 · 23 views
Nintendo Revives Mario Kart World Bundle for Switch 2 Before Price Increase
Nintendo offers a limited-time "Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle" including Mario Kart World for $500 before the Switch 2's price hike to $500 on September 1. This deal saves up to $30 on Mario Kart World's usual $80 price. Buyers can also opt for Donkey Kong Bananza or Pokémon Pokopia in the bundle.
CONSOLE GAMINGMay 10 · 22 views
Nintendo President Apologizes for Switch 2 Price Hike, Promises Robust Software Lineup
Nintendo's President Shuntaro Furukawa has apologized for the $50 price increase across all regions for the Switch 2, citing rising production costs. To compensate, the company promises a "robust software lineup". The move comes after a year of unprecedented demand in 2025, with predicted lower console sales in the coming year.
CONSOLE GAMINGMay 9 · 16 views
Nintendo Switch 2 Sells 20 Million Units, Despite Lowered Sales Forecasts
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.
INDUSTRY NEWSMay 9 · 18 views
Nintendo Switch 2 Sees $50 Price Hike in US Starting September 1, 2026
Nintendo has announced a $50 price increase for the Switch 2 in the US, effective September 1, 2026, citing changing market conditions. This move aligns with Sony and Microsoft's recent console price hikes. The increase affects the Switch 2 in the US, while Japan faces broader price increases across Switch models.
INDUSTRY NEWSMay 9 · 23 views
Nintendo Switch 2 Sees Price Hike to $500 in US Amid Market Adjustments
Nintendo has announced a price increase for the Switch 2, raising the US price to $499.99 effective September 1st, citing changes in market conditions and global business outlook. The hike affects multiple regions, including Canada, Europe, and Japan, where the original Switch family and Nintendo Switch Online will also see increases. This move follows similar actions by Sony and anticipated adjustments by Microsoft.
INDUSTRY NEWSMay 9 · 23 views
Switch 2 Price Increase Announced: Global Hike Effective September 1
Nintendo's Switch 2 will see a significant price increase of up to 20% in Japan and 12.5% in the US, effective September 1, citing prolonged market condition impacts. This move follows similar hikes from PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, making it a industry-wide trend. The new prices will be $450 in the US, ¥59,980 in Japan, $680 in Canada, and €500 in Europe.
NEWSMay 9 · 20 views
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increase Confirmed for September
The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to receive a price hike in September, marking a significant change for potential buyers. This move comes ahead of the console's anticipated popularity surge with upcoming titles. The increase underscores Nintendo's strategic pricing adjustment.
CONSOLE GAMINGMay 7 · 17 views
Nintendo Under Pressure to Raise Switch 2 Console Price Amid Losses
Nintendo faces pressure to raise the Nintendo Switch 2 console price due to being sold at a loss, amidst a declining share price. Despite selling 17 million consoles as of December 31, the company may increase the price by $50-$100 to reduce losses. This move could impact the console's rollout, currently at 17 million units sold in its first year.
TECHNOLOGYApr 11 · 34 views
YouTube Premium Price Increases: What You Need to Know
YouTube Premium hikes prices for all tiers, aiming to enhance user experience and support creators. Find out what's changing and when.
