cover of episode YoVG # 484 Switch 2: Failure to Launch?

YoVG # 484 Switch 2: Failure to Launch?

2025/4/9
logo of podcast YoVideogames!

YoVideogames!

Shownotes Transcript

The Switch 2 was revealed a week ago and for a short time, a very short time, spirits were high. Since then, Nintendo has had to push back the pre-order date, take back the announced price, and do damage control on their planned variable pricing for games. The biggest culprit? Trade uncertainty as big ol' tariffs start hitting everywhere. But it turns out: the increased price was planned BEFORE tariffs came into the picture... So, where does that leave gamers?