Nintendo Adjusts Switch 1 Prices While Switch 2 Hits Strong Early Milestones
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Nintendo is increasing prices across original Switch hardware and accessories for the first time since 2017, even as the newer generation platform reaches strong early sales milestones.
Nintendo has officially raised the price of original Nintendo Switch hardware for the first time since the console launched back in 2017. According to recent reports highlighted by IGN South Africa, all variants of the first generation hardware, including the OLED and Lite models, are seeing price increases ranging from thirty to fifty dollars. Accessories like extra Joy Cons and even the Alarmo clock are also impacted, alongside select upcoming accessories for the new platform.
This shift arrives alongside fresh financial data revealing a strong start for the newer ecosystem. The current generation hardware has already moved roughly six million units worldwide since its debut. Nintendo is well on its way toward its ambitious target of fifteen million units sold globally by the end of March 2026, proving that demand remains remarkably high despite shifting economic conditions across the industry.
Players hoping to take major third party shooters on the go should temper their expectations regarding certain upcoming titles. During a recent interview, franchise head Vince Zampella confirmed that there are currently no plans to bring Battlefield 6 to the newer platform. As publishers continue to weigh performance constraints and portable cloud capabilities, cross platform availability remains a moving target for newer generation hardware. You can read the original report over at IGN South Africa.
Tags: Nintendo Switch, Hardware, Industry News, Console Gaming
Original article: IGN South Africa