Nintendo's Switch 2 Livestream Flooded with "DROP the PRICE" Demands

Nintendo's first post-Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Treehouse livestream has been overwhelmed with a wave of angry comments from fans demanding the company to "DROP THE PRICE." A quick look at the YouTube chat for the stream reveals a flood of frustration about the pricing of Nintendo's next-generation console, the Switch 2, which is set to retail at $449.99. The controversy extends to the price of the new Mario Kart World game, which has been set at a staggering $79.99.

While the Nintendo Switch 2 system itself will retail for $449.99, a bundle option is also available that includes Mario Kart World for $499.99, offering a $30 saving on the game's standalone price.

But Mario Kart World isn't the only game causing a stir. Other Nintendo Switch 2 Edition titles, such as The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, are also priced at $79.99. Additionally, Nintendo has faced criticism for charging for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, which many fans believe should be offered as a free pack-in, similar to Astro's Playroom, which comes pre-installed on every PlayStation 5 console and serves as a tech demo for the DualSense controller.

The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with the following:

• Nintendo Switch 2 console
• Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
• Joy-Con 2 Grip
• Joy-Con 2 Straps
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
• Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
• USB-C Charging Cable

The backlash against Nintendo's pricing strategy has now spilled over into the Treehouse livestream, although the presenters have, perhaps understandably, chosen to ignore the chat. It seems likely that Nintendo will continue to face this sort of criticism from the gaming community, putting pressure on the company to address these concerns.

For more context, be sure to check out IGN's article revealing what the experts have to say about Nintendo's Switch 2 and Mario Kart World pricing.

And, in case you missed out, check out all the news announced during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.

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