The Nintendo Switch 2: A Preorder Guide and What We Know So Far
Let's address the elephant in the room: No, the Switch 2 is not yet available for preorder. Preorders are unlikely to open until after the Nintendo Direct presentation on April 2nd. However, we've compiled key information to help you prepare for this highly anticipated console launch.
Register Your Interest
While preorders aren't live, retailers like Best Buy are accepting interest registrations. This ensures you receive email notifications when preorders begin. GameStop also has a listing, but it will likely remain unavailable until April.
Additional Preorder Tips:
- Follow IGN and IGNDeals: Stay updated on social media (Bluesky, X) for preorder announcements.
- Monitor Major Retailers: Keep an eye on Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
- Amazon Caution: Given Amazon's recent limited Nintendo stock availability, other retailers might be a safer bet.
What do you think of the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal?
Mario Kart 9 Preorders
Mario Kart 9, briefly showcased in the Switch 2 announcement trailer, is confirmed. Preorders will likely launch alongside the console, and a bundled package is a strong possibility.
Switch 2 Pricing
While unconfirmed, the Switch 2 is speculated to cost between \$399 and \$499. Analysts suggest \$400 as the optimal price point. Consider the current prices:
- Nintendo Switch: \$299
- Nintendo Switch OLED: \$349
- Nintendo Switch Lite: \$199
Switch 2 Release Date
A 2025 release is planned, but specifics are pending the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Preview events extending to June 2025 suggest a second-half 2025 launch.
Stay informed for the latest Switch 2 news, including preorder updates, pricing, and game announcements.
Mario Kart 9 - First Look
Upcoming Switch 2 Games: Speculation
We can anticipate several titles: Games announced for the current Switch will likely appear on the Switch 2 (e.g., Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Professor Layton and the New World of Steam). The key question is graphical and performance improvements.
Reports suggest several Xbox games (including Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and Halo: The Master Chief Collection) and Ubisoft titles (Assassin's Creed Mirage, and potentially Assassin's Creed Shadows later) are in development for the Switch 2.
