Nintendo Switch Price Hikes Hit Legacy Consoles & Accessories—Switch 2 Steady as Storm Lancers Co-Op Game Drops This Fall

🇺🇸💸 Nintendo Price Hikes & Fall Co‑Op Game Alert: What U.S. Switch Players Should Know 🎮

Nintendo has quietly updated its U.S. pricing for legacy Switch hardware and accessories ahead of the Switch 2 rollout—while exciting news arrives in the form of Storm Lancers, a brand‑new roguelike couch co‑op game launching later this year on Switch. Here’s all you need to know.

📈 Price Increases on Switch (Original) Hardware & Accessories

Effective August 3, 2025, Nintendo raised prices on the original Switch models and select accessories in the U.S.—a rare move that reverses the typical downward price curve for older consoles.

Nintendo Switch Standard now sits at $339.99, up from $299.99

Switch OLED jumps from $349.99 to $399.99

Switch Lite climbs from $199.99 to $229.99

Accessories like Joy‑Con pairs, Pro Controllers, Alarmo clocks, and select amiibo also saw $5–$10 hikes.

Despite the increases, Switch 2 console pricing remains unchanged—still at $449.99 for the base model and $499.99 for the Mario Kart World bundle. Nintendo stated that adjustments may become necessary "in the future."

Analysts and gamers point to import tariffs, especially from Vietnam and China, as a key driver behind the hikes—even as Nintendo’s Switch 2 launch has been a financial success.

Reddit fans are weighing in:

> “Nintendo saying they must maintain affordability—but here we are… new price is $339.”

“Accessories got hit too; wallet’s feeling lighter.”

⚠️ What This Means for U.S. Buyers

New buyers of Switch (original, OLED or Lite) will pay between $30–$50 more than before.

Switch 2 remains unchanged—for now—but future hikes are possible.

At current pricing, the Switch OLED now costs nearly as much as the improved Switch 2, making upgrading seem more attractive.

If you’ve been on the fence, now may be the moment to consider trading in older hardware while demand is still strong.

🤝 Storm Lancers: Fall 2025 Couch Co‑Op Game for Switch

On a brighter note, indie publisher ProbablyMonsters will release its first game, Storm Lancers, on Nintendo Switch in fall 2025.

🎮 Co‑Op Details & Gameplay

A roguelike side-scroller inspired by ’80s anime aesthetics.

Seamless local couch co-op for two players—drop-in/drop-out style that scales to solo play smoothly.

Run-based loot progression, shifting biomes, combo-driven combat, and fierce boss fights.

Redditors excited for co‑op experiences praised other titles like Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime—and this one promises teamwork and replay value:

> “Perfect couch co‑op pick for two players diving into roguelike loops.”

🎯 Summary | U.S. Player Takeaways

August 3 price hikes hit older Switch models and accessories hard—new Switch hardware costs more now, and accessories are pricier.

Switch 2 pricing still stable, but looming tariffs may force updates later this year.

Consider upgrading sooner to avoid higher pricing—and evaluate trade-in or resale value options.

Mark your calendars for Storm Lancers this fall: a uniquely styled roguelike with emphasis on fast-paced couch co-op—great for Switch households.