Nintendo Switch 2: Folks flock to Best Buy ahead launch
Nintendo Switch 2: Line forms outside Best Buy in Philly ahead in store launch
The Nintendo Switch 2 drops in stores on June 5 and many made their way to Best Buy in South Philly late Wednesday night to snag the console.
PHILADELPHIA - The Nintendo Switch 2 drops in stores on June 5 and folks are going the extra mile to make sure they can snag one!
What we know:
Preorders for Ninendo Switch 2 began on April 24.
Nintendo initially delayed the preorder date over uncertainty stemming from President Trump’s tariffs.
Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date set after delay over tariffs
Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are set after the company initially delayed them over uncertainty stemming from President Trump’s tariffs.
Nintendo manufactures their products in Asia. Nintendo’s Switch 1 consoles were made in China and Vietnam, according to Reuters.
Trump imposed 145% tariffs on China and 10% on Vietnam.
Nintendo said the Switch 2 price will remain unchanged despite the tariffs.
The console costs $449.99. However, the company said accessories for the Switch 2, including the dock set, the controller strap, will cost more.
What's New:
Many flocked to Best Buy in South Philadelphia late Wednesday night to purchase the console.
People grabbed their lawn chairs, snacks and blankets and waited in line before doors opened at 12:01 a.m.
Now that's dedication!
The Source: The information in this story is from Nintendo, Reuters, FOX 29 Philadelphia and The Associated Press.