Nintendo Switch 2 Prices Could Rise Due to Increased U.S. Tariffs on Vietnam, Now at 20%

Alright, so there I was, just kind of minding my own business, and bam! Out of nowhere, President Trump goes and announces this trade deal with Vietnam. It’s like, a big thing, or at least everyone says so. I mean, who am I to argue, right? But here’s the kicker—a 20% tariff on all their stuff. Yeah, you heard me right. It feels a bit like a rollercoaster if you ask me. They originally had a 46% tariff, then it dropped to 10% (thanks to Trump’s 90-day pause). Now it’s heading back up. Honestly, keeping track of this stuff should come with a manual.

Oh, and Nintendo! Yeah, they’ve got their Switch 2 consoles made over there in Vietnam. They based all their numbers on this nice low 10% tariff. Imagine their surprise. I’m picturing a lot of forehead slapping and sighs.

So, the Nintendo Switch 2… man, what a ride that’s been. They sold 3.5 million units straight outta the gate. Crazy, right? The original Switch? It didn’t even come close. But, hold up, not everyone got to join in the Switch 2 party. Some countries are like that kid peeking over the fence at the big bash in the neighbor’s yard. Their prez, Shuntaro Furukawa, even had to go all “Sorry, folks!” to the shareholders. Bit awkward.

Anyway, talk about bad timing—April 2, 2025, the day the console struts onto the stage. Same day Trump’s like, “Liberation Day Tariffs!” Seriously, who plans this stuff? Suddenly, that sweet $449 price tag? Maybe not so sweet after all. A price hike could be lurking just around the corner. Classic.

The crazy part? Big tariffs go on pause for 90 days from April 9, but this 10% tariff just hangs around like that one guy who never leaves the party. Even so, Nintendo kept its launch price. Kudos there! Accessories? Those took a little price hike. Figures.

Now, here’s the thing—I guess Nintendo thought that 10% tariff was here to stay. Surprise, surprise! Might be biting off more than they can chew with this new increase. It’s all up in the air, though. No one’s slapped a signature on any official paper yet. If that 20% hits, we might be talking $500 for a Switch 2. Ouch.

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