The much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will feature distinct pricing strategies in Japan compared to the rest of the world. This new gaming console will come in two versions: a Japanese-language system, exclusively available in Japan, and a Multi-Language System, accessible worldwide. The Japanese version is set to be priced at approximately $330, while the Multi-Language System will retail at $449.99, marking a significant $120 price difference. This variation in pricing is largely due to the weaker yen, which impacts the cost for tourists purchasing in Japan.
Residents in Japan have the option to purchase the Multi-Language System, but the Japanese-language version will be exclusively available within Japan. This version can only be linked to Nintendo Accounts set to the Japanese region, and it supports only the Japanese language. Additionally, software available on the Nintendo eShop for this version will be limited to the Japanese market. For those interested in using the Switch 2 in languages other than Japanese, Nintendo recommends purchasing the Multi-Language System. More details about this version will be disclosed on April 4.
Switch 2 Will Have 2 Language System Versions
Switch 2 Will Be Sold By Lottery At The My Nintendo Store
For those eager to get their hands on the Nintendo Switch 2, a lottery system will be implemented at the My Nintendo Store. Retailers and online shops across the nation will start accepting reservations or lottery entries on April 24, based on stock availability. To participate in the My Nintendo Store lottery, applicants must meet specific criteria:
- As of February 28, 2025, you must have logged at least 50 hours of playtime on Nintendo Switch software, excluding demo and free software.
- At the time of application, you must have been a Nintendo Switch Online subscriber for a cumulative period of at least one year.
Further details regarding the application process will be announced on the My Nintendo Store on April 4.
