Switch 2 Stream Bombarded by "DROP PRICE" Demands

Nintendo's inaugural post-Switch 2 Treehouse livestream is facing wave after wave of frustrated comments demanding the company "LOWER THE PRICE."

A quick scan of the YouTube chat reveals overwhelming discontent over Nintendo's next-gen pricing strategy, particularly the $449.99 Switch 2 console and the contentious $79.99 price tag for Mario Kart World.

While the standalone Nintendo Switch 2 retails at $449.99, a bundled version with Mario Kart World is priced at $499.99, offering a $30 discount on the game.

Mario Kart World isn't the only Switch 2 title priced at $79.99. Notable Nintendo Switch 2 Edition releases like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom carry the same premium price point.

Nintendo faces additional criticism for monetizing the Switch 2 tutorial experience, Welcome Tour - a decision fans argue should have been included free. By contrast, PS5's Astro's Playroom comes pre-installed, doubling as a complimentary DualSense controller showcase.

Nintendo Switch 2 package includes:

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 pricing backlash has dominated the Treehouse stream's chat, though hosts have tactfully avoided acknowledging it. This sustained pressure suggests Nintendo will face ongoing scrutiny from gamers until it addresses pricing concerns.

For deeper analysis, read IGN's exclusive report featuring industry experts' perspectives on Nintendo's Switch 2 and Mario Kart World pricing.

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