Technologies

Nintendo Raises Original Switch Prices, Blaming ‘Market Conditions’

If you’re looking to buy an original Switch or Switch 2, you’ll need to pick one up right away.

Nintendo says it’s raising prices for the original Switch hardware lineup and select accessories. The company didn’t provide details of how much the price will increase or give a reason why other than saying the increase was «based on market conditions,» which is likely a reference to the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

The Switch OLED, Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite and certain accessories will see a price jump starting on Sunday, Aug. 3, the company said in a post Friday. Nintendo says it will not increase the price of the recently released Switch 2, but did mention that «price adjustments may be necessary in the future.»

Other non-Switch accessories will also see a price increase. This includes certain Switch 2 accessories, Amiibo and the Nintendo Alarmo. Nintendo’s announcement didn’t provide details about the changes, but retailers have already adjusted their prices.

Updated list of Nintendo Switch hardware getting price increases

Nintendo Switch OLED Model: $350 to $400
Nintendo Switch: $300 to $340
Nintendo Switch Lite: $200 to $230
Nintendo Sound Clock Alarmo: $100 to $110
Joy-Con 2 Controllers: $95 to $100
Joy-Con 1 Controllers: $80 to $90
Joy-Con 1 Charging Stand: $30 to $35
Other Select Nintendo Switch accessories
Other Select Nintendo Switch 2 accessories
Select Amiibo

List of Nintendo Switch products not getting price increases

Nintendo Switch 2
Physical Nintendo Switch games
Physical Nintendo Switch 2 games
Digital Nintendo Switch games
Digital Nintendo Switch 2 games
Nintendo Switch Online memberships

Nintendo didn’t immediately respond to a request for further comment.

When the Switch 2 made its debut, there were concerns about the pricing of the console. The $450 launch price was higher than any other Nintendo console previously released, with some considering that it was higher to include possible tariffs. That same day, Trump announced a new set of tariffs on countries the US trades with.

Three of those countries — China, Vietnam and Japan — are vital for Nintendo’s business. Japan is the most obvious, as Nintendo is based there. China is also easy to recognize as the country that manufactures most of Nintendo’s products, while Vietnam is the other country that produces the hardware for the company. Due to that announcement, Nintendo delayed preorders for the Switch 2 for the US.

Nintendo did end up launching the Switch 2 at the originally announced price, but some accessories did increase in price before the system’s debut. If Nintendo increased the price of the Switch 2, experts said the jump could be by up to $100.

Not all retailers have increased their prices as of Friday on the original Switch hardware, so if you’re looking to pick one up, you should buy it before Aug. 3. The same could be said for gamers who want a Switch 2, as that price could hike up soon.

Technologies

Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

Technologies

Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

Watch on Instagram
Watch on YouTube

Technologies

Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im