Tencent announced Wednesday the Nintendo Switch has arrived in the Chinese market with a price tag starting at 2,099 yuan ($300). The pre-order will start on December 4, and sales will begin on December 10.
Tencent also said that the introduction of Nintendo Switch Lite is in preparation.
Mario series games will soon be available on the Switch in China. The Super Mario Bros U Deluxe Edition costs 299 yuan and will be available on December 10.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Edition sells for 299 yuan, and Super Mario Odyssey sells for 299 yuan.
In addition, domestic games such as Aich and Chinese Parents will also be available.
The Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Mario Odyssey will be available in a few weeks.
There are also game in preparation for launch that include Mario Tennis Aces, Super Mario Party, Kirby Star Allies, Yoshi's Crafted World, Pokémon Let's Go! Pikachu/Pokémon Let 's Go! Eevee and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild.
Nintendo said that these games will enrich the game content of the Nintendo Switch and provide Chinese consumers with more choices.
Earlier rumors said that Tencent will transplant games such as "Glory of the King", but the official did not mention it at the press conference, and it may be launched later.
In terms of network services, users can enjoy a more convenient and smooth gaming experience through the localized network services established by Tencent.
With the support of Nintendo, Tencent also optimized the "Nintendo e Store" built into the Nintendo Switch, allowing users to purchase their favorite games through WeChat payment.
