Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Start April 24 in U.S., Priced at $449
Nintendo has officially announced that pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will commence in the U.S. on April 24, 2025. The launch date is set for June 5, and the console will retain its original price of $449.99. This exciting news was shared directly on Nintendo's official website, alongside information about potential price adjustments for Switch 2 accessories due to shifting market conditions. Nintendo also cautioned that future price changes for any of their products could occur, depending on ongoing market dynamics.
In addition to the base console price, Nintendo confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will continue to be priced at $499.99. The pricing for both the physical and digital versions of Mario Kart World at $79.99, and Donkey Kong Bananza at $69.99, will remain unchanged at launch.
Below is a detailed list of pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2 console, games, and accessories 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 on April 9, but chose to delay them to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. This strategic decision underscores Nintendo's commitment to providing the best value and experience to its customers.
For those eager to learn more about 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 accessibility design.




