The Nintendo Switch 2: A Preorder Guide and What to Expect
Let's address the elephant in the room: Switch 2 preorders aren't open yet. Expect them to begin after the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. However, we've compiled key information to help you prepare for this highly anticipated launch.
Register Your Interest
Preorders aren't live, but Best Buy allows you to register interest, guaranteeing email updates when preorders open. GameStop also has a listing, but it will likely remain unavailable until April.
Additional Tips
- Follow IGN and IGNDeals on social media (Bluesky and X) for preorder updates on the console, games, and accessories.
- Monitor major retailers: Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
- Amazon's track record with Nintendo products in 2024 suggests other retailers might be more reliable for securing a preorder.
Mario Kart 9 Preorders
Mario Kart 9, briefly shown in the Switch 2 announcement trailer, is confirmed. Preorders are expected to launch alongside the console, potentially bundled together.
Switch 2 Pricing
The price remains unconfirmed, but speculation ranges from $399 to $499. Analysts suggest $400 is the optimal price point. For comparison:
- Nintendo Switch: $299
- Nintendo Switch OLED: $349
- Nintendo Switch Lite: $199
Switch 2 Release Date
A 2025 release is planned, with specifics expected during the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Preview events extending to June 2025 suggest a second-half 2025 launch.
Stay updated for the latest Switch 2 news, including preorder information, pricing, and game announcements.
Mario Kart 9 - First Look
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Upcoming Switch 2 Games
Speculation points to existing Switch titles (Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Professor Layton) also appearing on the Switch 2, potentially with enhanced visuals and performance. Reports suggest several Xbox games (Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Halo: The Master Chief Collection) and Ubisoft titles (Assassin's Creed Mirage, Assassin's Creed Shadows) are also in development for the Switch 2.
