Popular YouTuber and internet commentator Mutahar, known as “SomeOrdinaryGamers,”recently expressed his discontent with the Nintendo community on the social media platform X. He specifically criticized fans for their defense of the steep price associated with the upcoming Switch 2, which is expected to launch alongside the latest installment of Nintendo’s beloved kart racing franchise, Mario Kart World.
In a straightforward post, SomeOrdinaryGamers stated:
“The Nintendo community is insane for defending rising prices.”
SomeOrdinaryGamers Critiques Price Trends in the Nintendo Community
The anticipated Switch 2 will retail for $449, with a bundled option featuring Mario Kart World priced at $499. Furthermore, those opting for a standalone digital copy of Mario Kart World will face a price tag of $80 upon its release. As for pre-orders, Nintendo has announced that they will commence on April 9, 2025.
This new console promises multiple enhancements over its predecessor, including upgraded Joy-Cons 2, a larger and high-definition display, and added mouse functionality in the Joy-Cons 2.
In the broader gaming community, the recent trend of increasing digital game prices has sparked considerable debate. Esteemed video games journalist and former GameSpot editorial director, Jeff Gerstmann, has openly shared his thoughts on the price announcement for the digital version of Mario Kart World.
SomeOrdinaryGamers highlighted that these price hikes appear to be a strategic effort by Nintendo to legitimize a negative trend in pricing:
“Nintendo has done this to clearly start normalizing a bad price increase and use market factors as cover. Don’t believe me, just google Mario inflation.”
Beyond the console and game prices, Nintendo has also revealed the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for key accessories, including the AC Adapter, All-In-One Carrying Case, Screen Protector, and Camera, among others, adding to the growing concern regarding rising expenditures for gamers.