Nintendo Boss Says Switch 2 Should Be Available This Holiday In The US, But Tariff Threat Looms
The 46% tariff rate on products from Vietnam, where US Switch 2s are made, is slated to go into effect next month
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"Fluid and complex situation"
Also in the interview, Bowser addressed the ongoing tariff situation and how it impacts the Switch 2. The executive clarified that Switch 2 consoles for the US are primarily manufactured in the US, while Nintendo also makes Switch 2 consoles in China and Cambodia for other parts of the world.
Bowser acknowledged that it's a "fluid and complex situation" as it relates to tariffs. And while Nintendo did not raise prices on the Switch 2 console, it did raise prices on some accessories due to tariffs. Looking ahead, Bowser said Nintendo is "looking at various scenarios" to help ensure the Switch 2 can stay at $450 for the base model and $500 for the Mario Kart 2 bundle.
US President Donald Trump announced a 46% tariff on products from Vietnam, but it was paused and is now not expected to go into effect until July. Specifically, the pause is in effect until July 9. A 46% tariff rate is significant, but it's unclear how Nintendo would react if tariffs at that level are implemented.
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Nintendo Switch 2This story originally appeared on: GameSpot - Author:UK GAG
