"Nintendo's Switch 2 Livestream Overwhelmed by Price Drop Demands"

Nintendo's first post-Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Treehouse livestream is being inundated with frustrated comments from users urging the company to "DROP THE PRICE." A quick look at the YouTube chat for the stream reveals a deluge of complaints about the pricing of Nintendo’s next-generation console, particularly the $449.99 price tag for the Switch 2 and the contentious $79.99 price for Mario Kart World.

While the Nintendo Switch 2 system itself will retail for $449.99, a bundle is available that includes Mario Kart World for $499.99, offering a $30 saving on the game's price. However, the pricing controversy doesn't stop with Mario Kart World; other Nintendo Switch 2 Edition titles, such as The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, are also priced at $79.99.

The Treehouse live chat is reflecting the widespread dissatisfaction among fans. Additionally, Nintendo has faced criticism for charging for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, which many believe should be a complimentary pack-in, much like Astro's Playroom, which comes pre-installed on every PlayStation 5 and serves as a free tech demo for the DualSense controller.

The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with:

• Nintendo Switch 2 console
• Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
• Joy-Con 2 Grip
• Joy-Con 2 Straps
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
• Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
• USB-C Charging Cable

The backlash regarding Nintendo’s pricing strategy has spilled over into the Treehouse livestream, though the presenters have, perhaps understandably, chosen to ignore the chat. It's likely that Nintendo will continue to face such feedback from the gaming community, increasing pressure on the company to address these concerns.

For more in-depth analysis, be sure to read IGN’s article on expert opinions about the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World pricing. Additionally, catch up on all the news from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct if you missed the announcements.