"Nintendo's Switch 2 Livestream Flooded with 'DROP the PRICE' Shouts"

Nintendo's first post-Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Treehouse livestream has been inundated with frustrated comments from fans demanding that the company "DROP THE PRICE." A quick look at the YouTube chat during the stream reveals a sea of complaints about the pricing of Nintendo's next-generation console, particularly the $449.99 price tag on the Switch 2 and the controversial $79.99 price for Mario Kart World.

The Nintendo Switch 2 system itself is priced at $449.99, but a bundle option is available that includes Mario Kart World for $499.99, which saves buyers $30 on the game. However, the pricing doesn't stop there. Other Nintendo Switch 2 Edition titles, like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, are also listed at $79.99, adding fuel to the fire of fan discontent.

The live chat during the Treehouse event has been chaotic, as expected. Moreover, Nintendo is facing criticism for charging for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, which many fans argue should be a complimentary pack-in. For comparison, Astro's Playroom comes pre-installed on every PlayStation 5, serving as a free tech demo for the DualSense controller.

The Nintendo Switch 2 package includes:

• Nintendo Switch 2 console
• Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
• Joy-Con 2 Grip
• Joy-Con 2 Straps
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
• Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
• USB-C Charging Cable

The backlash against Nintendo's pricing strategy has now spilled over into the Treehouse livestream, though the presenters have, perhaps understandably, avoided addressing the chat. It seems inevitable that Nintendo will continue to face such criticism from the gaming community, increasing the pressure on the company to respond to these concerns.

For more insights, check out IGN's article on what the experts have to say about Nintendo’s Switch 2 and Mario Kart World pricing. Additionally, make sure you don't miss out on all the news announced during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.

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