The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch with distinct pricing strategies for Japan and the rest of the world. This new gaming console will be available in two versions: a Japanese-language system exclusive to Japan, and a Multi-Language System available globally. The Japanese version will be priced at approximately $330, while the Multi-Language System will retail at $449.99, a difference of over $100. This pricing discrepancy is largely due to the weakened yen, which makes purchasing in Japan less attractive for tourists.
Residents of Japan have the option to purchase either version, but the Japanese-language system will only be available for purchase within Japan and requires a Nintendo Account set to the Japan region. This version supports only the Japanese language and offers access solely to software available on the Japanese Nintendo eShop. For those interested in using the Switch 2 in languages other than Japanese, Nintendo recommends opting for the Multi-Language System version. More detailed information about this version will be released on April 4.
Switch 2 Will Have 2 Language System Versions
Switch 2 Will Be Sold By Lottery At The My Nintendo Store
Purchasing the Nintendo Switch 2 will be a unique experience, as it will be available through a lottery system on the My Nintendo Store. Additionally, retailers and online shops across Japan will start accepting reservations or lottery entries from April 24, subject to availability. To participate in the My Nintendo Store lottery, you must meet specific criteria:
- By February 28, 2025, you must have accumulated at least 50 hours of playtime on Nintendo Switch software, excluding demo and free software.
- At the time of application, you must have been subscribed to Nintendo Switch Online for a cumulative period of at least one year and still be an active subscriber.
Further details about the application process will be announced on the My Nintendo Store on April 4.
