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

Exciting news for Nintendo fans: pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will officially begin in the U.S. on April 24, 2025. The company has confirmed that the original launch price of $449.99 and release date of June 5, 2025, remain unchanged—bringing relief to many who were concerned about potential price hikes.

In a recent update posted directly on its website, Nintendo also revealed that certain Switch 2 accessories will see "price adjustments from those announced on April 2 due to changes in market conditions." Additionally, the company noted that "adjustments to the price of any Nintendo product are also possible in the future depending on market conditions," signaling that pricing may continue to fluctuate as external factors evolve.

Despite these potential shifts, Nintendo confirmed that the price of the Switch 2 + *Mario Kart World* bundle will stay locked at $499.99. Both the physical and digital versions of *Mario Kart World* ($79.99) and *Donkey Kong Bananza* ($69.99) will also maintain their previously announced prices at launch, offering some consistency in the upcoming lineup.

Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing Breakdown (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, Nintendo had planned to open pre-orders on April 9, but the company decided to delay them temporarily to better evaluate the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market dynamics. This pause allowed Nintendo to finalize pricing strategies while ensuring consumer expectations remained aligned with production realities.

For more details on the Nintendo Switch 2, including hands-on impressions, a breakdown of announcements from the official Switch 2 Direct presentation, and insights into how the new console enhances accessibility features, be sure to explore our full coverage below.