Preorders for Switch 2 Begin April 24 with Confirmed System Prices

Exciting news for gaming enthusiasts! After weeks of chatter about tariffs, we’ve finally got the details on when you can preorder the highly anticipated Switch 2 in the United States.

Nintendo has officially announced that preorders for the Switch 2 will kick off on Thursday, April 24. The standalone system will set you back $449.99, while grabbing the console with a digital copy of Mario Kart World will cost $499.99. These prices are sticking for now, even as other prices fluctuate.

However, Nintendo has mentioned that we might see some changes in accessory pricing. For instance, the updated price for the Switch 2 Pro Controller is $84.99, marking a $5 increase. Similarly, a pair of Switch 2 Joy-Cons will now be $94.99. If you’re looking to snag a second dock set, that’s going to cost an additional $10, now priced at $119.99. Those extra straps for the Joy-Cons aren’t an exception either; they’re $1 more, coming to $13.99. Overall, most accessories have seen a $5 increase. We’ve included a comprehensive list of the new hardware MSRPs and the confirmed pricing for games like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza in the accompanying images.

For our neighbors up north, Canadian preorders are expected to start the same day as in the U.S. However, there’s no official word today due to a national holiday. Nonetheless, Nintendo of Canada has assured that the dates and pricing will mirror those in the United States. Keep an eye on your favorite retailers for their updates soon!