Overview

• Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on June 5, 2025, with prices starting at $444.99 and a bundle option including Mario Kart World for $499.99.
• GameStop stores are expected to receive approximately 100 units each at launch, but accessories and physical game copies will be in short supply.
• Nintendo is conducting manual testing on over 10,000 games to ensure backward compatibility, though 188 titles currently face issues, primarily startup problems.
• The console introduces significant hardware upgrades, including a 4K-capable docked mode and improved resolution over its predecessor.
• Pre-orders in the US have been delayed as Nintendo evaluates the potential impact of tariffs on pricing and availability.