Nintendo has finally announced when you can start preordering the Switch 2 in the United States, putting an end to weeks of speculation stirred up by tariff discussions.
According to the latest press release from Nintendo, preorders for the Switch 2 open on April 24, a Thursday. They’ve kept the pricing straightforward: you can get the basic system for $449.99 or opt for the bundle including the digital version of Mario Kart World for $499.99.
However, it’s worth noting that the ongoing economic situation has nudged Nintendo to adjust accessory prices slightly. If you’re eyeing the new Switch 2 Pro Controller, it will now set you back $84.99, and a pair of Joy-Cons will cost $94.99, both seeing a $5 increase. For those looking to enhance their setup with a second dock, prepare to pay $119.99, which is a $10 jump. Even the little things, like Joy-Con straps, have seen a slight rise by $1 to $13.99. You can find the detailed list of prices for all the hardware, as well as the cost for games like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, alongside this article.
For our friends up north in Canada, expect preorders to likely start the same day. Even though it is a national holiday there and retailers might not immediately update this info, Nintendo of Canada has confirmed the same launch date along with local pricing.
