Nintendo's price increase to $80 makes players worry that other publishers will do the same
The recent news about the increase in prices for Nintendo Switch 2 games has caused concern among players about the possible increase in the cost of future releases, including Grand Theft Auto 6.
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During a recent Nintendo presentation, it was announced that new Switch 2 games, such as Mario Kart World, will cost $80 digitally, while physical copies can reach $90.
This price hike has sparked debate among gamers who fear that other major publishers, such as Rockstar Games, may follow suit and cross the $70 threshold, which could lead to GTA 6 being priced at $100, for example.
Some analysts suggest that the industry may seek to raise the standard prices for games. For example, analyst Matthew Ball noted that there is a "hope" that GTA 6 will be priced at $80-$100, which could set a new standard for game prices. While "hope" is definitely not the right word to use here, let's be honest.
Gamers certainly do not like the option of a possible price increase for games. Jokes and memes on this topic appear on social media, reflecting the general dissatisfaction with the potential increase in the cost of games.
However, it remains to be seen what other publishers will come up with.
Rockstar Games realising that they can get away with charging $90 USD for GTA6 after the Switch 2 game price announcements today pic.twitter.com/OGAk0cXs75
- Radec (@realradec) 2 April 2025
Source: @realradec
