The situation is worsening: Nintendo has lost 8% of its value, Capcom — 7%, and Bandai Namco — about 8%. Companies that previously showed consistently good results have begun losing value amid the new economic conditions.
It is assumed that due to the falling share value, companies may raise product prices, especially in the case of Nintendo, whose Switch 2 was already aimed at a higher price tag. Even after the Switch 2 announcement, Nintendo shares did not rise, which is attributed to the negative impact of the new tariffs.
Sony was not left out — its shares fell by 10%. Smaller companies have suffered even more, which puts the financial stability of the Japanese gaming industry at risk.
The economic crisis could cause serious changes in the gaming industry, as rising product prices may affect demand.
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