Japans Nintendo fans test Switch 2 ahead of launch amid tariff worries

CHIBA, Japan, April 26 (Reuters) – Nintendo fans were given a chance to try out the company’s new Switch 2 gaming device at an event near Tokyo on Saturday, ahead of a release that some worry could be overshadowed by tariffs driving up prices.

“Since Mr. Trump became president tariffs have gone up tariffs so I am concerned about a price hike not just for the game console but for accessories too,” said Hidenori Tanaka, 55, a real estate company employee, who attended the event.