Nintendo has decided to increase the price of the Switch 2. After suggesting it was keeping a close eye on the tumultuous market, Nintendo is increasing the price of the popular handheld device by $50 in the US, starting September 1, 2026. The price increase and when it is in effect is different between regions, so here's a quick breakdown: Swipe to scroll horizontally Country/region (local currency) Current price New price Difference Effective date United States 449.99 499.99 ~11% September 1, 2026 Canada 629.99 679.99 ~8% September 1, 2026 Europe 469.99 499.99 ~6% September 1, 2026 Japan 49,980 59,980 ~20% May 25, 2026 "This is in response to various changes in market conditions, which are expected to extend over the medium to long term," Nintendo of America says . It's the long-term bit that worries me. Prices often go up, they don't often come back down again, and the the memory crisis—one of the prevailing issues facing hardware manufacturers today—is not expected to wind-down until 2027, if not later.…