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

Nintendo has exciting news for fans eagerly awaiting the next generation of gaming: pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will officially kick off in the U.S. on April 24, 2025. The console will maintain its originally announced price of $449.99 and is set to launch on June 5, 2025. This announcement came via Nintendo's official website, which also highlighted that prices for Switch 2 accessories might see adjustments due to fluctuating market conditions. Nintendo emphasized that future price changes for any of their products could occur based on ongoing market dynamics.

In addition to keeping the base console price steady, 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. To give fans a clear picture of what to expect, Nintendo released a detailed price list 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 the company decided to delay this due to the need to evaluate the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. For those looking to dive deeper into what the Nintendo Switch 2 offers, don't miss our hands-on impressions, the comprehensive announcements from the big Switch 2 direct, and how this new console marks a significant advancement in Nintendo's accessibility design.