Nintendo's Switch 2 Livestream Overwhelmed by Price Drop Demands

Nintendo's first post-Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Treehouse livestream has been overwhelmed with user comments demanding that the company "DROP THE PRICE." The YouTube chat during the stream is filled with complaints about the pricing of Nintendo's next-generation console, including the $449.99 Switch 2 and the highly debated $79.99 price tag for Mario Kart World.

The Nintendo Switch 2 system itself is priced at $449.99, but a bundle option is available that includes Mario Kart World for $499.99, offering a $30 savings on the game.

The Treehouse live chat reflects the widespread dissatisfaction. However, it's not just Mario Kart World that carries the $79.99 price; other Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games, such as The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, also come with this price point.

Nintendo has also faced backlash for charging for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, which many fans believe should be offered for free, similar to Astro's Playroom, which is pre-installed on every PlayStation 5 as a complimentary tech demo for the DualSense controller.

The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with:

• 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 outcry over Nintendo's pricing strategy has now spilled over into the Treehouse livestream, though the presenters have largely ignored the comments. It seems inevitable that Nintendo will continue to face pressure from the gaming community to address these pricing concerns.

For more insights, check out IGN's article discussing what experts think about the pricing of Nintendo's Switch 2 and Mario Kart World.

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