Date for First Batch of Switch 2 My Nintendo Store Pre-Order Invitations in the U.S. and Canada, Priority Requirements Set

Pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 were initially scheduled to go live worldwide on April 9. However, due to economic disruptions caused by tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, Nintendo was forced to delay pre-orders in the United States and Canada. Meanwhile, pre-orders proceeded as planned in other regions, including the UK.

According to an FAQ on Nintendo's website, the first invitations for pre-orders will be sent out starting May 8, 2025, exclusively through the My Nintendo Store. There is no information available yet regarding pre-orders at retail stores.

Nintendo has stated that additional batches of invitation emails will be sent out periodically until pre-orders are opened to everyone on the My Nintendo Store.

The initial invitation emails will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible registrants who meet specific priority criteria. Those who receive an invitation will have 72 hours from the time the email is sent to complete their purchase.

To be eligible for a pre-order invitation for the Nintendo Switch 2, you must meet the following criteria:

• You must have personally purchased any Nintendo Switch Online membership.
• You must have maintained a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership for at least 12 months.
• You must have opted in to share gameplay data and logged at least 50 hours of total gameplay.

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There has been no official word from Nintendo on whether they will maintain their previously announced pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2, its games, and accessories, or if they will increase them. Some analysts have raised concerns that the ongoing tariff war might force Nintendo to raise the price of the base Nintendo Switch 2 above $449.99, but no official announcement has been made yet.

It's worth noting that Nintendo is offering a bundle that includes the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World for $499.99, effectively reducing the cost of the game by $30. However, this bundle is available as a limited-time offer.

Here is the current pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2 and related products in the U.S.:

• Nintendo Switch 2 by itself: $449.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World bundled in: $499.99
• Mario Kart World by itself: $79.99
• Donkey Kong Bananza: $69.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: $79.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Camera: $49.99
• Joy-Con 2 Controller pair: $89.99
• Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip: $34.99
• Joy-Con 2 Strap: $12.99
• Joy-Con 2 Wheel pair: $19.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Set: $109.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case and Screen Protector: $34.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case: $79.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter: $29.99

IGN has covered various reactions to Nintendo's decision to set the price of Switch 2 games at $80, including insights from analysts who explain the reasoning behind this move.

Elsewhere, former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Nintendo's decision to charge for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, drawing parallels to the Wii's pack-in game, Wii Sports, through his social media posts.