Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Begin April 24 at $449

Nintendo has confirmed that pre-orders for the Switch 2 will open in the United States on April 24, 2025. The initial pricing of $449.99 and the scheduled launch date of June 5 remain unchanged.

In an official website update, Nintendo shared this announcement and noted that Switch 2 accessories will see "price revisions from the figures shared on April 2 due to shifting market conditions." The company also stated that "future price adjustments for any Nintendo product remain possible depending on economic factors."

Along with the standard console price staying the same, Nintendo confirmed that the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will continue to retail at $499.99. Pricing for both the physical and digital versions of Mario Kart World ($79.99) and Donkey Kong Bananza ($69.99) will also remain as announced for the launch period.

Nintendo also provided a pricing summary for the console, games, and accessories effective April 18, which you can review below:

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 intended to begin Switch 2 pre-orders on April 9. However, the company postponed the date to "evaluate the possible effects of tariffs and changing market dynamics."

To learn more about the Switch 2, take a look at our hands-on preview, the full rundown from the major Switch 2 Direct presentation, and how the Switch 2 represents a significant step forward in Nintendo’s commitment to accessibility design.