We’ve waitied a long time and battled tons of rumors for the Nintendo Switch 2. The Trump administration had recently imposed tariffs on some electronic goods, so Nintendo put a delay on preorders. Today, that has been removed, and Nintendo has announced that U.S. preorders begin on April 24th.
In more good news, the Switch 2 device will not face cost increases due to traiffs. Nintendois sticking with the $449.99 base pricing announced on April 2nd. The Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Cart World remains at $499.99. Pricing for both the digital and physical versions of Mario Kart World ($79.99) and Donkey Kong Bananza ($69.99) remains unchanged. You will see some game titles increase in price by a small amount, as shown below. The Nintendo Switch 2 is still set for launch on June 5th.
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price – As of April 18, 2025
- 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
- Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case & Screen Protector – $39.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case – $84.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter – $34.99
- Samsung microSD Express Card – 256GB for Nintendo Switch™ 2 – $59.99
