Nintendo's Switch 2 Livestream Flooded with "DROP the PRICE" Demands

Nintendo's first post-Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Treehouse livestream has been inundated with frustrated comments from users demanding the company to "DROP THE PRICE." A quick look at the YouTube chat during the stream reveals a wave of dissatisfaction with the pricing strategy for Nintendo's next-generation console, highlighted by the $449.99 price tag on the Switch 2 and the controversial $79.99 price for Mario Kart World.

The Nintendo Switch 2 system is set to retail at $449.99, but a bundle option that includes Mario Kart World is available for $499.99, offering a $30 saving on the game. Despite this, the backlash against the pricing remains strong, with many users voicing their discontent during the live chat.

The Treehouse live chat has been tumultuous, to say the least. The pricing isn't limited to Mario Kart World; other titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for the Switch 2 are also priced at $79.99. Additionally, Nintendo has faced criticism for charging for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, which many fans believe should be a free inclusion, similar to Astro's Playroom, which comes pre-installed on every PlayStation 5 as a tech demo for the DualSense controller.

The 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 outcry over Nintendo's pricing strategy has spilled over into the Treehouse livestream, though the presenters have largely ignored the chat. It appears that Nintendo may continue to face pressure from the gaming community to address these pricing concerns.

For a deeper understanding of the situation, you can read IGN's article on expert opinions regarding the pricing of Nintendo's Switch 2 and Mario Kart World. Additionally, don't miss out on all the announcements made during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.