Key Takeaways on Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Titles
- Notable pricing concerns surround launch titles, including Mario Kart World, which retails at $80 for digital and $90 for physical copies.
- The Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour is available for $9.99.
- Former Nintendo President Reggie Fils-Aime reflected on the impact of previous successful pack-in titles for the Wii, prompting discussions about the absence of such games for the Switch 2.
Nintendo’s upcoming console, the Switch 2, has stirred excitement among gamers ahead of its release on June 5. However, the announcement of some hefty price tags for its launch titles—particularly for Mario Kart World—has drawn criticism. Digital copies are set at $80, while physical versions will cost $90. Gamers interested in the limited-edition Switch 2 bundle may find some relief from these prices.
Another title drawing attention is the Welcome Tour for the Nintendo Switch 2. This tech demo showcases the console’s capabilities but, unlike PlayStation’s free Astro’s Playroom, it carries a $9.99 price tag in the U.S. Nintendo argues that the Welcome Tour offers significant value, yet many players remain unconvinced by this justification.
Reggie Fils-Aime Reflects on Wii Pack-Ins
The story of Wii Sports pack in. ..https://t.co/LhflSFWaL3 — Reggie Fils-Aimé (@Reggie) April 9, 2025
In a recent Twitter discussion, Reggie Fils-Aime, the former president of Nintendo of America, reminisced about the successful launch titles for the Nintendo Wii, such as Wii Sports and Wii Play. These pack-in games significantly boosted interest in the Wii console, sparking conversations among fans about the implications of no longer including similar titles with the Switch 2. Although he did not directly criticize the current situation, many viewers interpreted his comments as a subtle nod to the ongoing debate surrounding Welcome Tour.
The discourse regarding pricing is merely one aspect of the broader anticipation leading to the Switch 2’s launch. Compounding this, Nintendo has recently postponed pre-orders in the U.S. and Canada due to tariffs from the Trump Administration, and has also delayed the console’s release in China to better gauge market demand. Although these tariffs have been moderated, their long-term effects on Switch 2’s pricing and availability remain uncertain.