Nintendo has officially confirmed that retail pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will begin in the United States on April 24, 2025. The company also stated that launch pricing for the console and select software titles will remain as previously announced, despite shifts in market conditions that have led to adjustments for accessories.
The standard Nintendo Switch 2 console will launch at a suggested retail price of $449.99. For those seeking a bundled experience, the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World package will be available at $499.99. Meanwhile, the standalone physical and digital editions of Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza will retain their previously announced prices of $79.99 and $69.99, respectively.
Although the core pricing remains stable, Nintendo has made revisions to several accessory prices since the initial announcement on April 2. The company noted these adjustments are a response to evolving market conditions and signaled that further changes to product pricing could occur in the future.
The full breakdown of the latest suggested retail prices for Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders and its accessories as of April 18, 2025, is as follows:
- 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
- Carrying Case & Screen Protector – $39.99
- All-In-One Carrying Case – $84.99
- AC Adapter – $34.99
- Samsung microSD Express Card – 256GB – $59.99
In a brief note, Nintendo acknowledged the delay in retail pre-orders and expressed appreciation to fans for their continued patience. The company added that it hopes the clarified launch details will help ease uncertainty among consumers.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is scheduled to release on June 5, 2025, marking the next step in Nintendo’s hybrid console line.
