Nintendo has announced the release date and pricing for the Switch 2. The console will release globally on 5 June. At launch, the console will come in two bundles. There’s the standard Switch 2 console and a Mario Kart World + Nintendo Switch 2 console bundle.
The standard bundle will retail for $449 and the Mario Kart World Bundle for $499. This game bundle is limited and will only be available for sale for a limited time until the later end of 2025. We are awaiting local pricing and information.
Nintendo lists the contents of the console box to including the following:
- Nintendo Switch 2 console
- Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
- Joy-Con 2 Grip
- Joy-Con 2 Straps
- Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
- Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
- USB-C Charging Cable
Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are expected to go live on 9 April in North America.
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa says:
“Nintendo Switch 2 is the next step in at-home gaming that can be taken on the go based on eight years of play and discovery that began with Nintendo Switch. With its new features that expand the possibilities of gaming experiences, I truly believe that Nintendo Switch 2 is a leap forward in our journey of putting smiles on the faces of everyone that Nintendo touches.”
All Together, Anytime, Anywhere. With new ways to play and new ways to connect players, the Nintendo Switch 2 system arrives June 5 for a suggested retail price of $449.99 in the United States. Discover reimagined Joy-Con 2 controllers, each of which can now be used as a mouse in compatible games and that snap to the system with magnetic connectors. Experience the system’s powerful processing speeds delivering visuals via a bigger screen showcasing vibrant color and clarity. From Nintendo Switch 2 games to compatible games in existing Nintendo Switch libraries – connect and play with friends and family in surprising new ways!
