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

Nintendo has exciting news for gamers, announcing that pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will kick off in the U.S. on April 24, 2025. The original pricing of $449.99 and the launch date set for June 5 will remain unchanged, ensuring fans know exactly what to expect. This announcement was made on Nintendo's official website, which also highlighted that due to shifts in market conditions, some Switch 2 accessories will see price adjustments from those previously announced on April 2. Nintendo also cautioned that future price adjustments could occur across their product line, depending on market dynamics.

Alongside the base console, the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will continue to be available at $499.99. Additionally, the pricing for both the physical and digital versions of Mario Kart World at $79.99 and Donkey Kong Bananza at $69.99 will stay the same at launch. For those eager to know more about what they can expect to spend, Nintendo provided a comprehensive list of prices 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 for the Switch 2 on April 9. However, they delayed this due to the need to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions, showing their commitment to providing the best value to their customers.

For those looking to dive deeper into what the Nintendo Switch 2 has to offer, be sure to check out our hands-on impressions, everything that was announced during the big Switch 2 direct, and how the Switch 2 looks to be a major leap forward in Nintendo's approach to accessibility design.