Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-orders  Start April 24

 Specs, Price, and Everything You Need to Know Before Buying

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders start April 24 in the US and Canada, with an official launch date set for June 5.

Pre-Orders Are Here

The base Nintendo Switch 2 is priced at $450, while the bundle with Mario Kart World will cost $500.

Pricing Details

You can pre-order the Switch 2 from Nintendo, Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, Target, and Amazon.

Where to Pre-Order

Target pre-orders begin at midnight, GameStop opens online orders at 11AM ET, with both in-store and online options.

Pre-Order Times

Nintendo Switch 2 will be widely available from June 5 both online and in stores across major retailers.

Launch Date Confirmed

The new Joy-Con 2 includes a C button, mouse-style controls, a built-in gyroscope, and Game Chat support via microphone.

Joy-Con 2 Features

The console features a 7.9-inch LCD screen with 120Hz refresh rate, HDR, and a 1080p resolution for smooth visuals.

Display Upgrades

When docked, the Switch 2 plays up to 4K, has upgraded speakers, dual USB-C ports, and a built-in cooling fan.

Docked Performance

Switch 2 offers 256GB of storage, expandable via newer microSD Express cards for faster game performance.

Storage Boost

Accessory prices rose: Camera is $55, Pro Controller $85, extra Joy-Cons $95, and the charging grip now costs $40.

Accessory Price Hike

Despite tariff concerns, the $450 price holds as Nintendo boosts Vietnam production to meet demand under a 90-day tariff pause.

Tariff Impact & Strategy