With prices going up everywhere due to global events, it was only a matter of time before Nintendo would be forced to follow suit. That time has arrived as Nintendo has just announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 console will be going up in price later this year. The silver lining in this is that the price will not go up until September. That means there is plenty of time to buy one at the current price. Nintendo tried to hold off as long as they could, and they have even apologized for having to raise the price:
“We sincerely apologize for the impact these price revisions may have on our customers and other stakeholders, and we deeply appreciate your understanding.”
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Changes By Region
Nintendo Switch 2 Japanese-Language System (Japan Only)
- Current Price: ¥49,980
- New Price: ¥59,980
United States
- Current Price: $449.99
- New Price: $499.99
Canada
- Current Price: $629.99
- New Price: $679.99
Europe
- Current Price: €469.99
- New Price: €499.99
As for Nintendo Switch Online, it will also go up in price, but only in Japan for now.
Individual Membership
- 1 Month (Current): ¥306
- 1 Month (New): ¥400
- 3 Month (Current): ¥815
- 3 Month (New): ¥1,000
- 12 Month (Current): ¥2,400
- 12 Month (New): ¥3,000
Family Membership
- 12 Month (Current): ¥4,500
- 12 Month (New): ¥5,800
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
Individual Membership
- 12 Month (Current): ¥4,900
- 12 Month (New): ¥5,900
Family Membership
- 12 Month (Current): ¥8,900
- 12 Month (New): ¥9,900
The price increase for Nintendo Switch Online will go into effect on July 1, 2026. For now, this is only for Japan.
The price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2 consoles will go into effect on September 1, 2026. At the very least, Nintendo has given everyone almost four months to prepare for the increase. If you have been thinking about getting a Nintendo Switch 2 console but haven’t quite done it yet, be sure to do it when you can.
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