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 original price of $449.99 and the launch date of June 5, 2025, will remain unchanged, providing fans with a clear timeline and cost for the new console.

This information was shared on Nintendo's official website, where they also noted that prices for Switch 2 accessories may see adjustments due to changing market conditions. They added a caveat that future adjustments to the price of any Nintendo product are possible, depending on market dynamics.

In addition to maintaining the base console's price, Nintendo confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will stay at $499.99. The pricing for both the physical and digital versions of Mario Kart World ($79.99) and Donkey Kong Bananza ($69.99) will also remain unchanged at launch.

Nintendo provided a comprehensive list of prices for the console, games, and accessories as of April 18, which you can find below:

• 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 planned to open pre-orders on April 9, but decided to delay them to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. This strategic move reflects Nintendo's commitment to ensuring the best possible value and experience for its customers.

For more insights into 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 looks to be a significant advancement in Nintendo's approach to accessibility design.