Nintendo officially opened pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 in North America on April 24, 2025, after a delay. The new console will be available for wide release on June 5, 2025.
However, pre-orders have sold out at most major retailers including GameStop, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target. The $450 standard console and the $500 Mario Kart World bundle were snapped up quickly, leaving most stores with either no stock or the status of “coming soon.”
How to Pre-Order
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Nintendo Website: If you haven’t pre-ordered yet, sign up on Nintendo’s site. You will receive an email that grants you access to order, even if it’s after the official June 5 launch.
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Retailers: Although Amazon has yet to list the consoles for pre-order as of April 25, 2025, third-party retailers like GameStop, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target initially offered pre-orders, but have since sold out or marked stock as unavailable.
Accessories for the Switch 2
Several new Switch 2 accessories are available for pre-order, though many have seen price increases compared to their previous versions:
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Switch 2 Pro Controller: $85 (up from $80)
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Extra Joy-Con 2 controllers: $95 (up from $90)
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Switch 2 Camera: $55 (up from $50)
You can find these accessories on retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and GameStop, though availability may vary.
Switch 2 Features
The Switch 2 introduces several new features, including:
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7.9-inch LCD screen with 120Hz refresh rate and HDR support
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4K resolution when docked
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Built-in microphone for in-game communication
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Improved internal speakers
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256GB base storage, expandable with new microSD Express cards
Tariffs and Manufacturing Updates
Nintendo faced potential price increases due to new tariffs but has confirmed that the $450 price tag for the US and Canada remains unchanged for now. The company also shifted some production to Vietnam in 2019 to mitigate tariff risks, ensuring a steady production flow despite the delays.
Final Thoughts
The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to be in high demand, as evidenced by the 2.2 million pre-orders in Japan alone. If you missed out on pre-ordering through major retailers, sign up with Nintendo directly to secure your console once they release more stock.
