Nintendo has officially announced that preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will commence on April 9 in the United States and April 8 in the UK. The highly anticipated console will be available starting June 5, 2025, and is priced at $449.99. Today's full reveal has sparked excitement among fans eager to get their hands on this next-generation gaming system.
For those interested in a bundle, the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle will be available at a suggested retail price of $499.99 in the United States. This bundle includes the system and a download code for the Mario Kart World game, available from the launch day on June 5. If you prefer to buy Mario Kart World separately, be prepared for a price tag of $79.99.
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You can currently register your interest with Nintendo for preorders of the Nintendo Switch 2 and its accessories through the My Nintendo Store. Invitations to purchase will be sent via email on a first-come, first-served basis, prioritizing users with a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership and at least 50 gameplay hours as of April 2, 2025. Once priority users receive their invites, remaining eligible registrants will be considered. Invitations are non-transferable and valid for 72 hours. Purchases are limited to one system and one of each accessory per account. All major retailers are also expected to open preorders on April 9, 2025.
"Nintendo Switch 2 is the next step in at-home gaming that can be taken on the go based on eight years of play and discovery that began with Nintendo Switch,” said Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa. "With its new features that expand the possibilities of gaming experiences, I truly believe that Nintendo Switch 2 is a leap forward in our journey of putting smiles on the faces of everyone that Nintendo touches."
The Nintendo Switch 2 includes:
- Nintendo Switch 2 console
- Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
- Joy-Con 2 Grip
- Joy-Con 2 Straps
- Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
- Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
- USB-C Charging Cable
You can catch up on everything from today's Nintendo Direct right here, and read our full guide on how to secure your preorder for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Switch 2 Prices:
- Nintendo Switch 2: $449.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World: $499.99
- Switch 2 Pro Controller: $79.99
- Joy-Con 2: $89.99
- Camera: $49.99
- Dock Set: $109.99
- Mario Kart World: $79.99
- Donkey Kong Bananza: $69.99
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