If you’ve been eagerly awaiting the new Nintendo Switch 2 as much as we have, then we’ve got both good news and bad news for you. The good news is the Nintendo Direct event on April 3 gave us our first concrete information about the company’s highly anticipated console. In addition to the official release date, we also got details about the specs, price, some new games and how fans can preorder the console.
The not-so-good news is that while preorders were originally supposed to open on April 9, new tariffs put in place by the Trump administration mean US customers will have to wait a little longer. Below, we’ve rounded up everything you want to know, including when and how you’ll be able to preorder Nintendo’s latest console.
Where to preorder the Nintendo Switch 2
When can I preorder the Nintendo Switch 2?
Preorders were originally set to open on April 9, and for most countries, that’s still the case. However, in light of the new US tariffs, Nintendo has delayed preorders in the United States while it assesses «the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions.» As of now, there are no details about when US preorders will start, but we’re closely monitoring the situation and will update this article as soon as new information is available.
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How much will the Nintendo Switch 2 cost?
The standalone console will start at $450, which is a $150 increase compared with the original console. You can also bundle it with Mario Kart World for $500, which saves you $30 compared with purchasing the game and system separately.
When will the Nintendo Switch 2 be released?
The Switch 2 is scheduled to begin shipping on June 5. As of now, Nintendo has said the preorder delay in the US won’t affect the release date.
When can I preorder Nintendo Switch 2 accessories?
Nintendo and several other retailers already have preorder pages for controllers, cases and other accessories, as well as games. It’s likely preorders for those will begin at the same time as preorders for consoles, but there’s no official confirmation yet.
When can I preorder Nintendo Switch 2 games?
As with accessories, we expect that Switch 2 game preorders will be available when console preorders go live.
Nintendo Switch 2 preorders: What are people saying?
Feelings about the Switch 2 are mixed — to say the least. Though the new console certainly offers some nice upgrades over its predecessor, including a larger screen, improved Joy-Cons and boosted storage, many people are wondering if it’s enough to justify a fairly significant price hike. Especially when you consider the new $80 price of its two biggest launch-window games: Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza. CNET gaming expert Scott Stein sums it up as a console that «feels a lot like an updated version of a system many people already own.» Additionally, the confusion about preorder availability has many gamers wondering if they’d be better off waiting a year or two and grabbing a refurbished console at a lower price.
