Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Start April 24 in U.S., $449

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 console will retain its original price of $449.99 and is set to launch on June 5, 2025. This exciting news was shared on Nintendo's official website, which also mentioned potential adjustments to the prices of Switch 2 accessories due to evolving market conditions. Nintendo emphasized that future price changes across its product lineup could occur based on market dynamics.

Alongside the base console, the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will continue to be priced at $499.99. Additionally, both the physical and digital versions of Mario Kart World will remain at $79.99, and Donkey Kong Bananza will stay at $69.99 upon launch. Here’s a detailed list of the pricing for the console, games, and accessories as of April 18:

• 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

Initially, pre-orders were slated to start on April 9, but Nintendo decided to delay them to better assess the potential impact of tariffs and market conditions. For more insights into the Nintendo Switch 2, you can explore our hands-on impressions, the announcements from the big Switch 2 direct, and how the new console aims to enhance Nintendo's accessibility design.