Nintendo has officially set the price of the upcoming Switch 2 at $500, sparking mixed reactions among gamers and analysts alike. Despite the premium pricing, concerns over supply chain shortages persist, potentially impacting the console's launch success. The Switch 2 is slated for release on November 15th across North America and Europe.
The Steam Controller, available for barely a day, has sold out, surprising even Valve with its rapid sales. The company promises more stock is on the way, with a timeline update forthcoming. Despite initial confidence in supply, demand exceeded expectations, prompting Valve to address the shortfall.
A former Nintendo sales lead says a Switch 2 price hike is “inevitable,” with oil and helium costs stacking on top of tariffs and the AI-driven chip crunch.
Sony has announced that the supply chain issues that plagued the PlayStation 5 for three years have now been resolved. The company is also redesigning its PlayStation Plus subscription service, with cloud gaming for PS5 games added this week.
