Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Begin April 9

Nintendo has just announced that preorders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will kick off on April 9 in the United States and April 8 in the UK. Mark your calendars for June 5, 2025, when this next-gen console will hit the shelves at a suggested retail price of $449.99. Today's full reveal has set the gaming community abuzz with excitement.

For those looking for a bundled deal, Nintendo is offering a Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle at a suggested retail price of $499.99 in the United States. This bundle includes the system along with a download code for the Mario Kart World game, available right from the launch day on June 5, 2025. If you're interested in purchasing Mario Kart World separately, be prepared to shell out $79.99, a price that reflects its high demand among fans.

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Currently, you can register your interest with Nintendo to be notified about preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 and its accessories through the My Nintendo Store. Invitations to purchase will be sent out via email on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to users who have a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership and at least 50 gameplay hours logged by April 2, 2025. Once priority users receive their invites, remaining eligible registrants will be considered. These invitations are non-transferable and will be valid for 72 hours. You'll be limited to purchasing one system and one of each accessory per account. Major retailers are also expected to open preorders on April 9, 2025.

"Nintendo Switch 2 is the next step in at-home gaming that can be taken on the go based on eight years of play and discovery that began with Nintendo Switch,” said Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa. "With its new features that expand the possibilities of gaming experiences, I truly believe that Nintendo Switch 2 is a leap forward in our journey of putting smiles on the faces of everyone that Nintendo touches."

The Nintendo Switch 2 package includes:

• Nintendo Switch 2 console
• Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
• Joy-Con 2 Grip
• Joy-Con 2 Straps
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
• Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
• USB-C Charging Cable

You can catch up on all the details from today's Nintendo Direct right here, and read our full guide on how to secure your preorder for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2 and related products is as follows:

• Nintendo Switch 2: $449.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World: $499.99
• Switch 2 Pro Controller: $79.99
• Joy-Con 2: $89.99
• Camera: $49.99
• Dock Set: $109.99
• Mario Kart World: $79.99
• Donkey Kong Bananza: $69.99

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