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

At today's Nintendo Direct, Nintendo unveiled the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch on June 5, 2025. The new system will be priced at $449.99, while a special bundle including the game Mario Kart World will be available for $499.99. For those interested in purchasing Mario Kart World separately, it will carry a recommended retail price of $79.99.

Nintendo has traditionally priced its games at a lower point, with the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom being the sole $70 title on the original Switch. However, the newly announced Donkey Kong Bananza will also be priced at $70, indicating a possible shift in their pricing strategy.

For a comprehensive overview of all the announcements from the Nintendo Direct, you can find more details here.

What are your thoughts on the $449.99 price tag 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!