Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Begin April 9

Nintendo has officially announced that preorders for the 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 the Nintendo Switch 2 will be available for purchase at a price of $449.99. Today's full reveal has gamers buzzing with excitement for what's next in portable gaming.

For those looking for a bundle, 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 eagerly anticipated Mario Kart World game, ready on launch day, June 5. If you're interested in purchasing Mario Kart World separately, be prepared for its hefty price tag of $79.99.

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You can register your interest with Nintendo at My Nintendo Store to be notified about preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 and its accessories. Invitations to purchase will be distributed via email on a first-come, first-served basis. Priority will be given to users who have a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership and have logged at least 50 gameplay hours by April 2, 2025. After priority users, remaining registrants will be considered. Keep in mind, invitations are non-transferable and valid for just 72 hours. You can purchase one system and one of each accessory per account. Major retailers are expected to start preorders on April 9, 2025, as well.

"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."

Nintendo Switch 2 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

For all the details from today's Nintendo Direct, and a comprehensive guide on how to secure your preorder for the Nintendo Switch 2, check out our coverage.

Nintendo Switch 2 Prices:

• 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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