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

Nintendo's first post-Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Treehouse livestream has been inundated with frustrated comments from fans demanding that the company "DROP THE PRICE." A quick look at the YouTube chat during the stream reveals widespread discontent over the pricing of Nintendo's transition to the next generation, highlighted by the $449.99 price tag on the Switch 2 and the contentious $79.99 price for Mario Kart World.

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

The Treehouse live chat reflects the general sentiment, filled with frustration. However, it's not just Mario Kart World; other Nintendo Switch 2 Edition titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom also carry a $79.99 price tag.

Nintendo has faced criticism for charging for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, which many fans believe should be a free pack-in. For comparison, Astro's Playroom is pre-installed on every PlayStation 5, functioning as both a free game and a tech demo for the DualSense controller.

The Nintendo Switch 2 package includes 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 over Nintendo's pricing strategy is evident in the Treehouse livestream, where the presenters have chosen not to address the comments. It's clear that Nintendo will continue to face pressure from the gaming community to reconsider its pricing.

For a deeper understanding, be sure to read IGN's article on what the experts have to say about Nintendo's Switch 2 and Mario Kart World pricing.

If you missed any announcements, check out all the news from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.

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