Nintendo Starts Offering Cheaper Stripped-Down Switch Bundles in Japan
https://wccftech.com/nintendo-switch-new-bundle-japan/
When the Nintendo Switch launched last year, the marketing focus was very much on versatility and, as such, the system is bundled with various doodads (the charging dock, Joy-Con grip, ect.) to make different styles of play possible. The focus on different types of play has already started to fade somewhat, as it tuns out most Switch owners tend to choose one mode they prefer – they either treat it like Nintendo’s next handheld, or, alternatively, leave it in its dock full time and never take it anywhere. Maybe it’s about time for new Switch bundles for specific types of Switch players?
Well, that’s precisely what’s happening in Japan. Nintendo is offering a new stripped-down Switch bundle that omits the dock, Joy-Con grip, HDMI cable, and AV adaptor. It’s pretty clear this bundle is aimed at people who want to use the Switch strictly as a handheld, or perhaps are buying a second unit to compliment a Switch that mostly stays connected to the TV. The removal of all the extra bits and bobs results in a nice discount – the stripped-down bundle costs ¥24,980, or around $225.