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

Let’s cut to the chase: No, you can't preorder the Nintendo Switch 2 yet. Preorders will likely open after the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct presentation on April 2nd. But don't worry, we've got all the intel you need to get ready for this highly anticipated launch.

Register Your Interest in Switch 2 Preorders

Preorders aren't live, but Best Buy lets you register your interest now. This ensures you get email updates when preorders open. GameStop also has a listing, but it'll likely remain unavailable until April.

Here's how to stay in the loop:

Follow IGN and IGNDeals on Bluesky and X (formerly Twitter) for preorder updates on the console, games, and accessories.
Keep tabs on major retailers like Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
Amazon is a question mark, given their limited Nintendo stock in 2024. Other retailers might be a safer bet.

What do you think of the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal? I love it and am absolutely buying that consoleIt was a little tame but I'll still buy the Switch 2I liked it but need to see more before I make a decisionIt was a little underwhelming so I'm not really botheredThe reveal was pretty iffy and I don't care for the console eitherSomething else!

Mario Kart 9 Preorders

We know Mario Kart 9 is coming—it was teased in the Switch 2 announcement trailer. Preorders will likely launch alongside the console preorders, and a bundle is a strong possibility.

Switch 2 Price Speculation

Nintendo hasn't confirmed pricing, but estimates range from $399 to $499. Analysts suggest $400 is the sweet spot. For comparison:

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

A $400 price point seems plausible, given expected improvements.

Switch 2 Release Date

Currently slated for 2025, but specifics are coming in the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Preview events extend to June 2025, hinting at a second-half 2025 launch.

Stay tuned for updates on preorders, pricing, and game announcements!

Mario Kart 9 - First Look

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Upcoming Switch 2 Games

We can speculate on upcoming titles. Games announced for the Switch will likely come to Switch 2. This includes titles like Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and Professor Layton and the New World of Steam. The key question is how much better they'll look and play.

Reports suggest several Xbox games are coming, including Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Ubisoft games are also rumored, including Assassin's Creed Mirage (launch window) and Assassin's Creed Shadows (later).