Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders: Where to Buy, Sign Up for Interest, and More

The Nintendo Switch 2: A Preorder Guide and What We Know So Far

Let's address the elephant in the room: No, the Switch 2 isn't available for preorder yet. Preorders will likely open after the Nintendo Direct presentation on April 2nd. However, we've compiled key information to help you prepare for this highly anticipated launch.

Register Your Interest

While preorders aren't open, retailers like Best Buy are accepting interest registrations. This ensures you receive updates when preorders begin. GameStop also has a listing, but it will likely remain unavailable until April.

Additional Preorder Tips:

• Follow IGN and IGNDeals on social media (Bluesky and X). We'll provide updates on console, game, and accessory preorders.
• Monitor major retailers: Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
• Amazon is a question mark, given its limited Nintendo stock in 2024. Other retailers may be a safer bet.

Mario Kart 9 Preorders

Mario Kart 9, briefly shown in the Switch 2 announcement trailer, is confirmed. Preorders are expected to open around the same time as the console. A Mario Kart 9 bundle is also a strong possibility.

How Much Will the Switch 2 Cost?

Pricing remains unconfirmed, but speculation ranges from $399 to $499. Analysts suggest $400 as the optimal price point. For comparison:

• Nintendo Switch: $299
• Nintendo Switch OLED: $349
• Nintendo Switch Lite: $199

A $400 price seems plausible given the anticipated improvements.

Switch 2 Release Date

A 2025 release is planned, with more details expected during the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Preview events extending to June 2025 suggest a launch in the second half of the year.

Stay tuned for updates on preorders, pricing, and game announcements.

Mario Kart 9 - First Look

Upcoming Switch 2 Games

Speculation points to existing Switch titles (Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Professor Layton) also launching on Switch 2, potentially with enhanced visuals and performance. Reports suggest several Xbox games (Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Halo: The Master Chief Collection) and Ubisoft titles (Assassin's Creed Mirage, Assassin's Creed Shadows) are also in the pipeline.