Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 were originally scheduled to commence globally on April 9. However, economic disruptions caused by Trump's tariffs led Nintendo to postpone pre-orders in the U.S., followed by Canada. Meanwhile, pre-orders proceeded as planned in other regions, such as the UK.
According to a FAQ on Nintendo's official website, the initial invitations for pre-ordering through the My Nintendo Store will begin on May 8, 2025. Details regarding retail pre-orders have not yet been disclosed.
Nintendo has stated that additional invitations will be sent out periodically until pre-orders are available to everyone on the My Nintendo Store.The initial invitations will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible registrants who meet specific priority criteria. Those invited will have 72 hours from the time of the email to complete their purchase.
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order invitation priority requirements:
- You must have purchased any Nintendo Switch Online membership.
- You must have maintained a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership for at least 12 months.
- You must have opted in to share gameplay data and logged at least 50 hours of total gameplay.
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There has been no confirmation from Nintendo on whether they will maintain their previously announced prices for the Switch 2, its games, and accessories, or if they will increase them. Some analysts have raised concerns that the ongoing tariff disputes might force Nintendo to raise the price of the base Switch 2 above $449.99, though no official statement has been made.
It's notable that Nintendo is offering a bundle of the Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World for $499.99, effectively reducing the game's price by $30. However, this bundle is available only for a limited time.
Nintendo Switch 2 pricing in the U.S.:
- Nintendo Switch 2 by itself: $449.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World bundled in: $499.99
- Mario Kart World by itself: $79.99
- Donkey Kong Bananza: $69.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: $79.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Camera: $49.99
- Joy-Con 2 Controller pair: $89.99
- Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip: $34.99
- Joy-Con 2 Strap: $12.99
- Joy-Con 2 Wheel pair: $19.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Set: $109.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case and Screen Protector: $34.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case: $79.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter: $29.99
IGN has gathered various reactions to Nintendo's decision to set the price of Switch 2 games at $80, including insights from analysts explaining the rationale behind this move.
Elsewhere, former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé has alluded to the controversy over the pricing of the Switch 2's tutorial game, Welcome Tour, by referencing the Wii's pack-in game, Wii Sports, in his tweets.
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