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

Nintendo has exciting news for gaming enthusiasts: pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will commence in the U.S. on April 24, 2025. The console will maintain its original price of $449.99 and is set to launch on June 5, 2025. This announcement was made official on Nintendo's website, which also addressed potential price changes for Switch 2 accessories due to shifts in market conditions. Nintendo further cautioned that adjustments to the pricing of any Nintendo product could occur in the future based on these same market dynamics.

Alongside the base console, the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will remain priced 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 unchanged at launch.

For a detailed breakdown of the console, games, and accessories pricing as of April 18, check out the list 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

Initially, Nintendo had planned to open pre-orders on April 9, but the decision was delayed to better assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions.

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