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

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 isn't 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 alerts when preorders open. 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 updates on console, game, and accessory preorders.
• Monitor major retailers: Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
• Amazon's reliability for Nintendo products in 2024 has been inconsistent; other retailers may be a safer bet.

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's preorders, and a bundled package is a strong possibility.

Switch 2 Price and Release Date

Nintendo hasn't confirmed the price, but estimates range from $399 to $499. Analysts suggest $400 is the optimal price point. Current Switch models are priced at:

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

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

Upcoming Switch 2 Games: Speculation

Several titles are likely candidates for the Switch 2:

• Games already announced for the Switch are strong contenders (Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Professor Layton and the New World of Steam).
• Reports suggest numerous 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 the works.

Stay tuned for further updates on the Switch 2!