Nintendo's Switch became a source of much-needed escapism during pandemic restrictions. Now, the Japanese video game company faces the harsh reality of a brutal trade war as it launches its successor device.

After a messy launch, Nintendo's ready to open Switch 2 pre-orders, but has to make some adjustments to accessory pricing.

Nintendo has now finally given a day for U.S. pre-orders for the Switch 2, but it says it's not changing any of its prices despite fan pushback.