The much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch on June 5, 2025, and it's expected to be in high demand. To manage the pre-order process effectively, Nintendo has introduced a structured pre-order system on the My Nintendo Store. If you're eager to get your hands on the new console, you can register your interest in pre-ordering the Nintendo Switch 2 and select accessories. Following registration, you'll receive an invitation email when it's your turn to pre-order, which you must act on within 72 hours. However, there's a catch: to be eligible, you need to have spent considerable time with your current Switch and be a member of Nintendo Switch Online.
According to the fine print on the site, "Invitation emails will be prioritized on a first-come, first-served basis to registrants who have purchased a Nintendo Switch Online membership with a minimum of 12 months of paid membership and a minimum of 50 total gameplay hours, as of April 2, 2025." These invitations are non-transferable and will be sent to the email address linked to your Nintendo Account. Additionally, there's a one-per-account limit for both the system and each accessory during the invitation period. You can express interest in either the base Nintendo Switch 2 system or the bundle that includes Mario Kart World.
Once you place an order, it will be shipped after purchase, and you'll receive an approximate shipping date at the time of ordering. It's worth noting that Nintendo does not guarantee release-day delivery due to processing and shipment times. These measures are designed to ensure that the Switch 2 goes to genuine fans and players rather than scalpers looking to resell the console at a higher price.
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Scalping has been a persistent issue with the launch of popular products, as seen with the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and even the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Valve successfully mitigated this problem with its Steam Deck by implementing a queue system linked to user accounts, and it appears Nintendo is following a similar strategy with the My Nintendo Store. While there will be other avenues to purchase the Switch 2, this system aims to help dedicated Switch 1 owners secure a pre-order without the chaos typically associated with high-demand product launches.
