Nintendo’s President Just Dropped Some MAJOR Bombs About the Switch 2 – But Don’t Get Too Excited

The Switch 2 has been the subject of some SERIOUS speculation since its launch last year, with many wondering if the current economy will FORCE Nintendo to jack up the price of their new console.

In a recent interview with Kyoto Shimbun, Nintendo's president Shuntaro Furukawa played it COOL, refusing to comment on any potential price hikes, saying "I cannot comment on hypotheticals".

Translation: Furukawa doesn't want to start a PANIC, and who can blame him? The last thing Nintendo needs is a bunch of gamers FREAKING OUT over potential price increases.

The Price is Right (or Wrong?)

It's worth noting that the Kyoto Shimbun article is locked behind a paid subscription model, because of course it is . Luckily, the fine folks at Nintendo Patents Watch were kind enough to break down the key points from the interview.

According to Furukawa, the rising memory prices (thanks to those pesky AI chips) won't have an "immediate impact" on Nintendo's financials, but he's keeping a CLOSE EYE on the situation.

So, what does this mean for us? Well, it means we'll just have to WAIT AND SEE if Nintendo decides to raise the price of the Switch 2.

What’s Next for Nintendo?

In other news, Furukawa confirmed that Nintendo is working on BOTH established franchises and brand-new content, which is about as surprising as a new iPhone release .

He also reiterated Nintendo's desire to EXPAND its presence in the movie space, and even left the door open for a potential venture into anime .

Because, why not? It's not like Nintendo has enough on its plate already .

The Nintendo Enigma

We're not shocked to see Furukawa being his usual COY self, since getting any kind of comment from Nintendo is like pulling TEETH .

Still, it's nice to get at least a GLIMMER of insight into Nintendo's plans as we head into the new year.

So, what do you make of Furukawa's comments? Let us know in the comments below!

What You Can Do to Prepare for the Worst

Here are some actionable tips to help you prepare for any potential price hikes or Nintendo-related chaos:

• Keep an eye on Nintendo's official website and social media channels for any updates on the Switch 2.
• Consider buying the Switch 2 NOW, before any potential price increases.
• Follow reputable gaming news sources to stay informed about any developments.
• And most importantly, DON'T PANIC ‍️.

Final Verdict

There you have it, folks – the latest from Nintendo's president, Shuntaro Furukawa. While we didn't get any EARTH-SHATTERING revelations, it's still interesting to see Nintendo's thought process as we head into the new year.

So, what are you waiting for? Share your thoughts on Furukawa's comments, and let's get the conversation started! And don't forget to enable 2FA on your Nintendo account, because SECURITY MATTERS .