Mario Kart World: $80 Solo, $50 with Switch 2 Bundle

During today's Nintendo Direct, the much-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 was officially announced, with a release date set for June 5, 2025. The new console will be available at a retail price of $449.99. For those looking for additional value, a bundle featuring Mario Kart World will be offered at $499.99.

If you're interested in purchasing Mario Kart World separately, be prepared for a price tag of $79.99, reflecting Nintendo's continued emphasis on premium pricing for its flagship titles.

In a notable pricing strategy shift, while the original Nintendo Switch saw only one game priced at $70, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the newly announced Donkey Kong Bananza will also be priced at $70.

For a comprehensive overview of all the announcements made during today's Nintendo Direct, you can find detailed coverage here.

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