Mario Kart World: $80 Alone, $50 with Nintendo Switch 2 Bundle

At today's Nintendo Direct, Nintendo unveiled the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch on June 5, 2025. The excitement around this new console has been building for months, and fans finally have a release date to mark on their calendars.

The Nintendo Switch 2 will be available at a starting price of $449.99. For those looking for a complete package, there's a bundle option that includes Mario Kart World, priced at $499.99. If you're interested in purchasing Mario Kart World separately, be prepared to spend $79.99, reflecting its status as a premium title in Nintendo's lineup.

Nintendo has traditionally been cautious about pricing its games, with only one $70 title, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, released on the original Switch. However, the newly announced Donkey Kong Bananza will also carry a $70 price tag, signaling a potential shift in their pricing strategy.

For a comprehensive overview of all the announcements from today's Nintendo Direct, you can find detailed coverage right here.

What are your thoughts on the $449.99 price point for the Nintendo Switch 2? Is it too expensive, cheaper than expected, about right, or do you have other opinions? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.