Nintendo Switch 2 Accessories Now Pricier, Fans React to Increased Costs

Nintendo has officially announced the pre-order date and pricing details for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console and its accessories. While the console's price remains unchanged, the cost of accessories has seen a notable increase, prompting a variety of reactions from potential early adopters.

The base model of the Nintendo Switch 2 will retail at $449.99, and the bundle with Mario Kart World will be priced at $499.99. Mario Kart World, a popular kart racing game, continues to be available as a standalone title for $79.99, while Donkey Kong Bananza will set you back $69.99.

However, it's the accessories that have seen the most significant price adjustments. Here's a detailed breakdown of the new pricing:

• Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller - $84.99
• Joy-Con 2 Pair - $94.99
• Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip - $39.99
• Joy-Con 2 Strap - $13.99
• Joy-Con 2 Wheel Set - $24.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Camera - $54.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Set - $119.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case & Screen Protector - $39.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case - $84.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter - $34.99

Nintendo's official statement on its website explains that these price adjustments for Switch 2 accessories are due to "changes in market conditions" since the initial announcement on April 2. Notably, high-value items like the Joy-Con 2 Pair, the Switch 2 Pro Controller, and the camera have seen a uniform $5 increase, while the Switch 2 Dock Set has jumped by $10 to $119.99.

The new pricing of the Joy-Con 2 Pair, now just shy of $100, has sparked considerable discussion among fans, who are taken aback by the cost. Despite the outcry over these price hikes, there's a silver lining for existing Switch owners: many Switch 1 accessories are compatible with the Switch 2. According to Nintendo's support site, original Joy-Con controllers and the Nintendo Switch 1 Pro controller can be wirelessly paired with the new console, though the former cannot be directly attached. Additionally, classic controllers like those for the Super Nintendo and N64 will still work with compatible games.

Still compatible bbyyyy pic.twitter.com/lbPJiF1ARO

— Pokmar (@Pokmar03) April 2, 2025

Community discussions are rife with mentions of Switch 1 accessory compatibility and even the use of third-party controllers. While these options may lack some features, such as the C-button or the ability to wake the console, they could represent a cost-saving alternative for some Switch 2 buyers.

Nintendo has also cautioned that "other adjustments to the price of any Nintendo product are also possible in the future depending on market conditions." This suggests that the current pricing might not be set in stone. For those who already own a Pro controller, the ability to use it on the Switch 2 offers some financial relief amidst the price increases.

Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will commence on April 24, 2025, giving gamers the opportunity to secure their new console and plan their accessory purchases accordingly.