Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders: Where to Buy, Sign Up for Interest, and More

The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2: Preorder Information and More

Let's address the key question: No, the Switch 2 is not yet available for preorder. Preorders will likely open after the Nintendo Direct presentation on April 2nd. However, we've compiled crucial information to help you prepare for this major console launch.

Register Your Interest

While preorders aren't live, retailers like Best Buy allow you to register your interest. This ensures you receive email updates when preorders begin. GameStop also has a listing, but it will likely remain unavailable until April.

Additional Tips for Securing a Preorder

• Follow IGN and IGNDeals on social media (Bluesky and X) for preorder updates.
• Monitor major retailers: Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
• Amazon's 2024 Nintendo product availability has been inconsistent; other retailers might be a safer bet.

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Mario Kart 9 Preorders

Mario Kart 9, briefly shown in the Switch 2 announcement trailer, is confirmed. Preorders are expected to open around the same time as the console preorders. A Mario Kart 9 bundle is also a strong possibility.

Switch 2 Pricing

Nintendo hasn't revealed the price, but estimates range from \$399 to \$499. \$400 is considered a likely "sweet spot." For comparison:

• Nintendo Switch: \$299
• Nintendo Switch OLED: \$349
• Nintendo Switch Lite: \$199

Switch 2 Release Date

A 2025 release is planned, with more details expected during the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Preview events extending to June 2025 suggest a launch in the second half of the year.

Stay updated for the latest news on the Switch 2, including preorder information, pricing, and game announcements.

Mario Kart 9 - First Look

Upcoming Switch 2 Games: Speculation

Several titles are likely candidates for the Switch 2:

• Games already announced for the Switch (Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Professor Layton and the New World of Steam) are strong contenders. The key question is graphical and performance improvements.
• 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) may also be released on the Switch 2.