Los Angeles, CA – Nintendo has announced that preorders for the highly anticipated Switch 2 in the US will officially open on April 24th, a couple of weeks before the console hits the market on June 5th. Major retailers including GameStop, Target, and Walmart have disclosed the specific dates for customers to secure their preorder. Amazon’s plans for offering Switch 2 preorders are still under wraps.
Initially set for April 9th, Nintendo postponed the start of preorders to further evaluate the potential impact of tariffs and changing market conditions. The company revealed that the starting price for the Switch 2 will be $449.99, with the bundle featuring Mario Kart World remaining at $499.99. However, consumers can expect slightly increased prices for accessories like the Switch 2 Joy-Con and Pro Controller, each seeing a $5 bump.
Nintendo also hinted at the possibility of price adjustments in the future, depending on market fluctuations. The company is keeping a close eye on market conditions to make informed decisions regarding product pricing. As of now, the company has not disclosed any concrete plans for price changes beyond the initial adjustments.
Recent updates from GameStop, Walmart, and Best Buy have offered more details for eager customers looking to secure their Switch 2 preorder. With the latest information from these retailers, fans can better prepare for the upcoming release of Nintendo’s latest console.