Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Start April 24 in U.S., $449

Nintendo has exciting news for gaming enthusiasts: pre-orders for the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will commence in the U.S. on April 24, 2025. The original pricing and launch date remain unchanged, with the console set to hit the market at $449.99 on June 5, 2025. This announcement was made on Nintendo's official website, where the company also addressed the upcoming adjustments to the prices of Switch 2 accessories due to shifting market conditions. They further noted that future price changes for any Nintendo product could occur based on market dynamics.

In addition to maintaining the base console price, Nintendo confirmed that the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will stay at $499.99. The pricing for both the physical and digital editions of Mario Kart World, at $79.99, and Donkey Kong Bananza, at $69.99, will also remain the same at launch.

For a comprehensive view of the pricing structure as of April 18, here's what you can expect:

• Nintendo Switch 2 - $449.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle - $499.99
• Mario Kart World - $79.99
• Donkey Kong Bananza - $69.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller - $84.99
• Joy-Con 2 Pair - $94.99
• Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip - $39.99
• Joy-Con 2 Strap - $13.99
• Joy-Con 2 Wheel Set - $24.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Camera - $54.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Set - $119.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case & Screen Protector - $39.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case - $84.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter - $34.99
• Samsung microSD Express Card – 256GB for Nintendo Switch 2 - $59.99

Originally, Nintendo planned to open pre-orders for the Switch 2 on April 9, but delayed the start to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. For those eager to dive deeper into the Switch 2, be sure to explore our hands-on impressions, details from the major Switch 2 direct, and insights into how the Switch 2 aims to advance Nintendo's accessibility design.