Nintendo hikes Switch 2 physical game prices

Nintendo is increasing the price of physical Switch 2 game cartridges for new releases starting in May. The first affected title, 'Yoshi and the Mysterious Book,' will cost $70 for a physical copy compared to $60 for the digital version. This change reflects the differing costs of producing and distributing physical versus digital games, offering consumers more purchasing choices. While digital games have historically matched physical prices, this marks a significant shift for Nintendo's first-party releases. The company noted that retailers can set their own prices, but this adjustment is expected to influence market pricing for new games.