Nintendo has confirmed that pre-orders for the Switch 2 will open in the U.S. on April 24, 2025, maintaining its original $449.99 price point with a June 5 launch date.
In an official update, Nintendo stated that while the console's pricing remains unchanged, Switch 2 accessories may see adjustments from previously announced April 2 prices due to shifting market conditions. The company emphasized that future product pricing could also be subject to change based on economic factors.
The company verified that both the standalone console and the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will retain their original prices at $499.99. Launch titles Mario Kart World ($79.99) and Donkey Kong Bananza ($69.99) will also maintain their initial pricing for both physical and digital versions.
Nintendo released updated pricing details as of April 18 for the full range of Switch 2 products:
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 scheduled for April 9, pre-orders were postponed to allow Nintendo time to evaluate potential tariff impacts and changing economic factors.
For comprehensive coverage of the Switch 2, explore our hands-on review, full details from the Switch 2 Direct presentation, and insights into Nintendo's significant accessibility improvements with this next-generation console.
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