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Nintendo has just announced that they’ll be opening up pre-orders for the Switch 2 in the United States starting April 24. Exciting news, right? And here’s something else to ease your mind: the prices are staying the same. The console will kick off at $449.99, and there’s an enticing bundle with Mario Kart World for $499.99.
Initially, Nintendo had to pause US pre-orders after the console was first revealed. They wanted to take a moment to gauge how tariffs and shifting market conditions might play into their plans.
Be prepared, though, for a slight uptick in accessory prices. The Joy-Con 2 controllers, which were initially pegged at $89.99, will now be priced at $94.99. The Pro Controller is getting a price bump too, from $79.99 to $84.99. And it’s not just those—expect to see increases for the Switch 2 camera, dock set, wheel set, and charging grips as well.
Nintendo made it clear in their announcement that more price adjustments could happen down the line as market conditions evolve.
Mark your calendars for June 5, as that’s when the system officially launches. Initially, they planned for pre-orders to begin on April 9, but they had to push that out after a slew of tariffs were announced by President Donald Trump. On that same day, he declared a 90-day halt on many tariffs, though the increase on Chinese goods didn’t make that list.
On a brighter note, they’re keeping game prices steady for their upcoming releases. Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Banaza, coming out on July 17, will stick with their current price tags of $79.99 and $69.99, respectively.
The Switch 2 promises some pretty nifty upgrades compared to the original. Think larger display with HDR, a second USB Type-C port, and an enhanced graphics chip courtesy of Nvidia.
Starting at $449.99, it is noticeably steeper than the $299.99 launch price of the original Nintendo Switch. This has led to fans voicing their concerns, urging Nintendo to consider some price cuts.
In wrapping up their announcement, Nintendo extended an apology for the delay, expressing their hopes that this move eases some of the worries that their loyal customers might be feeling right now.
