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Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Set for April 24 in the U.S.

Nintendo confirms unchanged console and game prices while raising accessory costs due to market conditions.

A Switch 2 being removed from its dock.
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Nintendo Switch 2 on display

Overview

  • Nintendo has announced that U.S. pre-orders for the Switch 2 will begin on April 24, following a delay caused by tariff assessments.
  • The core console will remain priced at $449.99, with a $499.99 bundle including Mario Kart World.
  • Launch-day game prices are unchanged, with Mario Kart World priced at $79.99 and Donkey Kong Bananza at $69.99.
  • Accessory prices have increased by $5–$10, with the Pro Controller now $84.99 and the Joy-Con 2 pair priced at $94.99.
  • Nintendo reiterated the June 5 launch date and issued an apology for the pre-order delays, cautioning that future price adjustments may still occur.