Nintendo has officially announced that pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will commence in the U.S. on April 24, 2025. The original pricing for the console remains unchanged at $449.99, with a steadfast launch date set for June 5, 2025. This news was shared on Nintendo's official website, alongside a critical update on Switch 2 accessories, which will see price adjustments due to shifts in market conditions. Nintendo also mentioned that future price changes across their product line could be on the horizon, depending on ongoing market dynamics.
In addition to maintaining the base console price, Nintendo confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will stay at $499.99. The pricing for both the physical and digital editions of Mario Kart World ($79.99) and Donkey Kong Bananza ($69.99) will also remain the same at launch.
Nintendo provided a detailed list of current prices for the console, games, and accessories, effective as of April 18, which are as follows:
- 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 the company decided to delay this due to the need to evaluate the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions.
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