Nintendo's new amiibo might be getting a price hike
Briefly

Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy have increased the prices of Nintendo amiibo ahead of their release. The Street Fighter 6 amiibo now costs $39.99 (up from $29.99), while the new Legend of Zelda amiibo is priced at $29.99 (up from $19.99). Notably, these price hikes come as Nintendo’s new Switch 2 console emerges, although Nintendo is keeping the console price stable at $449.99. The price increases for accessories like the Joy-Con and Pro Controller further indicate a broader adjustment in Nintendo's product pricing strategy as the market evolves.
The recent price hike for Nintendo's amiibo by Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy indicates a shift in pricing strategy, likely reflecting increased production costs or market demand.
The amiibo price adjustments coincide with the upcoming launch of the Switch 2 and its accessories, which have also seen price increases recently from Nintendo.
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