Nintendo has officially announced the launch details for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. Preorders will commence on April 9 in the United States and April 8 in the UK, with the console set to be available on June 5, 2025. Priced at $449.99, the Nintendo Switch 2 promises to enhance gaming experiences both at home and on the go.
For fans of Mario Kart, there's an enticing bundle: the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle, which will retail for $499.99 in the US. This bundle includes the console and a download code for the Mario Kart World game, available from launch day. If you prefer to buy Mario Kart World separately, it will be available at a recommended retail price of $79.99.
To stay updated on preorder availability, you can follow IGN Deals on Twitter/X or Bluesky. They will post links the moment any Nintendo Switch 2 console, game, or accessory preorders go live. Additionally, you can register your interest with Nintendo through the My Nintendo Store to receive email notifications about preorders. Priority for these notifications will be given to users with a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership and at least 50 gameplay hours as of April 2, 2025. Invitations are non-transferable and valid for 72 hours, with a limit of one system and one of each accessory per account. Major retailers are also expected to start taking 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."
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
For a comprehensive overview of today's Nintendo Direct and detailed guidance on securing your preorder for the Nintendo Switch 2, be sure to check out our full coverage.
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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