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Nintendo Switch 2 U.S. Pre-Orders Confirmed for April 24

Console and game prices remain stable despite tariff concerns, but accessory costs have increased, with further price adjustments possible.

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

Overview

  • Nintendo has rescheduled U.S. pre-orders for the Switch 2 console to April 24, following a delay prompted by Trump-era tariffs.
  • The console will launch at $449.99 for the base model and $499.99 for the Mario Kart World bundle, with no changes to these prices.
  • Launch titles Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza will retain their original price points of $79.99 and $69.99, respectively, for both physical and digital editions.
  • Accessory prices have been raised by $1 to $10, with examples including the Pro Controller now priced at $84.99 and the Joy-Con 2 pair at $94.99.
  • Nintendo has cautioned that additional price adjustments across its product lineup may occur in the future depending on evolving market conditions.