Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Start April 24 in U.S., Priced at $449
Nintendo has exciting news for gaming fans: pre-orders for the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will officially start in the U.S. on April 24, 2025. The original price of $449.99 and the launch date of June 5 will remain unchanged, ensuring that fans know exactly what to expect. This announcement was shared directly on Nintendo's website, where they also mentioned that due to shifts in market conditions, prices for Switch 2 accessories might see some adjustments from those initially announced on April 2. Nintendo also indicated that future price adjustments for any of their products could occur, based 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. Both the physical and digital versions of Mario Kart World will continue to be priced at $79.99, while Donkey Kong Bananza will remain at $69.99 at launch.
For those eager to see the full pricing breakdown, Nintendo provided a comprehensive list 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
Originally, Nintendo had planned to open pre-orders for the Switch 2 on April 9 but delayed this due to the need to evaluate potential tariff impacts and evolving market conditions.
For more in-depth information on the Nintendo Switch 2, be sure to check out our hands-on impressions, everything announced during the big Switch 2 direct, and how the Switch 2 represents a significant advancement in Nintendo's approach to accessibility design.
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