Get ready, gamers, because the race is about to begin! Right after Nintendo let the world in on the Switch 2’s release date, they hit a bit of a snag with preorders in the U.S. and Canada, all thanks to those pesky tariffs stirred up during Trump’s administration. Fortunately, the tariffs got postponed just in time for the Switch 2’s rollout, so now, North American fans can gear up to battle it out with scalpers.
Mark your calendars for April 24, 2025, because that’s the day retail preorders open for the Nintendo Switch 2. Here’s some great news: pricing remains steady. The standalone Switch 2 will cost $449.99, while the Switch 2 plus Mario Kart World bundle will be available for $499.99.
For the games themselves, both physical and digital copies of Mario Kart World are priced at $79.99, and Donkey Kong Bananza will sell for $69.99, sticking to their launch pricing.
But hold on, not everything is smooth sailing. There’s been a shift in accessory prices from their initial announcement on April 2nd due to evolving market factors. And, well…
Adjustments might be in the cards for other Nintendo products as market conditions keep shifting. Keep an eye on www.nintendo.com for the latest on products and pricing.
Although that’s usually a standby disclaimer, the current economic climate in the U.S. makes these changes more plausible.
In any case, it’s a relief to finally know when we can try to snag our own Nintendo Switch 2. Make sure you sign up to preorder at Nintendo.com, if you’re eligible, so you’re in with a chance even if scalpers decide to swoop in next Thursday.
