Nintendo has recently revealed that they will be increasing the prices of both the Switch and Switch 2 consoles in Japan. However, only the Switch 2 will be affected in the US, Canada, and Europe.
This decision, which was disclosed alongside Nintendo’s latest financial results, was made after considering changes in market conditions and the global outlook.
Nintendo expressed their sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused by these price adjustments and expressed gratitude for the understanding of their customers and stakeholders.
The price revisions for both the Switch 2 and Switch consoles will also be implemented in other regions, with further details to be provided by Nintendo’s overseas subsidiaries.
The new prices for the Switch 2 and Switch consoles in Japan will come into effect on May 25, 2026:
| Nintendo Switch 2 | Current Price | Revised Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch 2 Japanese-Language System (Japan Only) | ¥49,980 | ¥59,980 |
*The price of the Nintendo Switch 2 multilanguage system available from the My Nintendo Store will remain unchanged
| Nintendo Switch | Current Price | Revised Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) | ¥37,980 | ¥47,980 |
| Nintendo Switch | ¥32,978 | ¥43,980 |
| Nintendo Switch Lite | ¥21,978 | ¥29,980 |
In the US, Canada, and Europe, the price changes will be effective starting September 1, 2026:
| United States | Current Price | Revised Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch 2 | $449.99 | $499.99 |
*Prices shown do not include tax
| Canada | Current Price | Revised Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch 2 | $629.99 | $679.99 |
*Prices shown do not include tax
| Europe (My Nintendo Store) | Current Price | Revised Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch 2 | €469.99 | €499.99 |
*Prices shown do not include tax
Nintendo has also disclosed price adjustments for its Nintendo Switch Online subscription service in Japan, set to take effect on July 1, 2026:
| Nintendo Switch Online | Current Price | Revised Price |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Membership (1 month) | ¥306 | ¥400 |
| Individual membership (3 months) | ¥815 | ¥1,000 |
| Individual membership (12 months) | ¥2,400 | ¥3,000 |
| Family membership (12 months) | ¥4,500 | ¥5,800 |
| Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack | Current Price | Revised Price |
|---|---|---|
| Individual membership (12 months) | ¥4,900 | ¥5,900 |
| Family membership (12 months) | ¥8,900 | ¥9,900 |
Planned price revisions for South Korea will be announced at a later date.
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa had previously mentioned that the company is considering future price adjustments due to the ongoing shortage of memory components.
“Any decision regarding price changes will be made after a comprehensive evaluation, taking into account factors such as profitability, the platform’s user base, sales trends, and the market environment,” he explained.
“If the increase in memory prices persists longer than anticipated, it could impact hardware profitability. In such a scenario, we will carefully assess various factors to determine the appropriate course of action.”