Exciting news for Nintendo fans—the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 finally has an official release date. Mark your calendars, because it's set to launch on June 5, 2025. Alongside the release date, Nintendo also revealed the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 price, which starts at $449.99.
The standard Nintendo Switch 2 bundle includes everything you need to jump right into the next generation of hybrid gaming:
For those looking to get started with a game right out of the gate, the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle is available for $499.99 in the U.S. This package includes the console and a digital download code for Mario Kart World, which launches alongside the system on June 5.
If you prefer to buy separately, Mario Kart World will retail at $79.99—marking a $10 increase over previous premium Nintendo Switch titles, making it the most expensive game in the company’s lineup to date.
"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."
This new system promises to build upon the legacy of the original Switch while introducing enhanced hardware, better performance, and innovative gameplay features designed to elevate both single-player and multiplayer experiences. For more details on what was revealed today, you can review the full one-hour Nintendo Direct presentation covering all the latest updates about the Nintendo Switch 2.
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