Nintendo announced the Switch 2 pre-order date and maintained the original price, but increased the prices of accessories. This strategy is analyzed, considering the elasticity of demand for accessories versus the console.
Switch 2 pre-order date announced as April 24th
Price of Switch 2 console remained unchanged
Prices of accessories (Joy-Con, Pro Controller, etc.) increased
Nintendo cited potential future price adjustments depending on market conditions
Analysts suggest this pricing strategy is smart due to the significant revenue generated from accessories