Trump's tariffs throw a wrench into Nintendo's big month

The Switch 2, already more costly than its predecessor, could see further price hikes as Nintendo reckons with tariffs.

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• Nintendo announced pricing for the Switch 2 the same day as Trump's sweeping reciprocal tariffs.
• Since then, the company has delayed US preorders, citing the potential ramifications of the new tariffs.
• Nintendo of America's president said the $450 price did not factor in the new tariffs, which he called a "challenge."

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