Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Delayed Due to Tariffs
The much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 has hit a snag as preorders are delayed due to new tariffs imposed on electronic imports. According to The New York Times, these tariffs have disrupted the supply chain, causing Nintendo to push back the preorder dates. This news comes as a disappointment to fans eagerly awaiting the next generation of the popular gaming console.
In other developments, Nintendo has released the fourth part of their 'Ask the Developer' series, focusing on the Switch 2. The series provides insights into the development process and features of the new console, including enhanced graphics and new gameplay mechanics. Meanwhile, The Guardian offered a hands-on review of 'Mario Kart World,' a flagship title set to launch with the Switch 2, praising its innovative use of the console's new capabilities.
Adding to the excitement, NVIDIA announced that the Switch 2 will incorporate their AI-powered DLSS technology and support 4K gaming, promising a significant leap in visual quality for handheld gaming. As the gaming community awaits further updates, the delay in preorders has sparked discussions on the impact of tariffs on the tech and gaming industries.
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How much is the Nintendo Switch 2 going to be?
The Switch 2 offers a bigger screen, mouse controls and a chat function available via a dedicated button on the controller. The device will retail for $449.99 in the United States and 49,980 yen ($334) in Japan for a Japanese language system or 69,980 yen for a multi-language version.
Will the Switch 2 be affected by tariffs?
Nintendo Switch 2 preorders in U.S. delayed because of Trump's tariffs. The fallout from the president's far-reaching tariffs trickles all the way down to video games.
Are Switch 2 pre-orders delayed in Canada?
Up in The Great White North it appears Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are still on track for April 9 – the date Nintendo originally announced they would go live in the U.S. Nintendo Canada has purportedly issued an official statement to a number of Canadian outlets, including the CBC, stating that Canadian retailers ( ...
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