Nintendo has officially announced key details about the Switch 2, including its release date, pricing, upgraded hardware, and new game lineup. The next-generation hybrid console will launch on June 5, 2025, with a starting price of $449.99.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing & Preorder Information
Nintendo has confirmed multiple pricing tiers for the Switch 2:
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Standard Edition – $449.99
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Mario Kart World Bundle – $499.99
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Regional Pricing:
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UK: £395.99
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Germany: €469.99
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Preorder Dates
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April 8th – Preorders open in Europe
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April 9th – Preorders open in North America
Each Switch 2 package will include:
✔ Joy-Con 2 controllers
✔ Switch 2 dock
✔ HDMI cable
✔ USB-C charging cable
✔ Switch 2 AC adapter
Hardware Upgrades & New Features
Nintendo is delivering significant improvements over the original Switch, including:
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Display: 7.9-inch, 1080p screen with a 120Hz refresh rate
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Storage: 256GB internal storage (up from 32GB on the original Switch)
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Performance: 4K upscaling when docked
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Controllers: Joy-Con 2 controllers now function like a mouse
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Battery Life: Improved efficiency for longer play sessions
New Accessories & Features
Nintendo is also introducing a range of new accessories and features for the Switch 2:
📷 Switch 2 Camera – Enables video chats
🎮 Switch 2 Pro Controller – Features customizable rear buttons
🕹 GameCube Classics – First-party GameCube games available on Switch 2
🛡 Zelda Switch 2 Editions – Remastered Zelda games optimized for Switch 2
The new Switch 2 Camera. Image: Nintendo
Mario Kart World: A New Open-World Experience
Nintendo is launching Mario Kart World as an exclusive title for the Switch 2. The latest entry in the iconic racing series introduces:
New Open-World Mode – Explore vast tracks beyond traditional circuits
Dynamic Weather & Time Effects – Race in conditions that change based on real-world time
24-Driver Races – Expanded multiplayer competition
The Switch Legacy & Nintendo’s Future
Since its 2017 launch, the original Nintendo Switch has sold over 150 million units, making it one of the best-selling consoles of all time. This puts it in close competition with the Nintendo DS (155M) and PlayStation 2 (160M).
Nintendo has also expanded its brand beyond gaming, launching:
🎢 Theme Parks
🎬 Feature Films
🏛 A Gaming Museum
⏰ Nintendo-Themed Alarm Clocks
📺 A Streaming Service & News App
With the Switch 2’s advanced hardware, exclusive titles, and fresh accessories, Nintendo is poised to redefine hybrid gaming once again.