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Right after announcing the release date for the much-anticipated Switch 2, Nintendo hit a snag and had to delay preorders in both the U.S. and Canada. The culprit? The unpredictable tariff situation instigated by Donald Trump. Fortunately, those tariffs were pushed back till after the console’s launch. Now, Nintendo has finally given us a date for when North American fans can jump into the preorder frenzy before scalpers beat them to it.
Mark your calendars for April 24, 2025, because that’s when retail preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 open up. Keeping things straightforward, Nintendo has decided not to hike up the price: you’ll be able to snag the Switch 2 for $449.99, or grab the bundle with Mario Kart World for a nifty $499.99.
Not only that, the launch prices for the much-awaited games, Mario Kart World at $79.99 and Donkey Kong Bananza at $69.99, aren’t budging either.
However, it’s not all smooth sailing. The cost of Switch 2 accessories is getting a tweak from the original April 2 pricing due to “changes in market conditions.” Additionally, Nintendo has hinted that prices for their products might fluctuate in the future based on the market. To stay updated, keep an eye on their website at www.nintendo.com.
Sure, pricing shifts are always a possibility, but the current economic climate in the U.S. makes it more of a pressing reality.
Still, it’s a relief to finally get the details on when we can try to grab the Nintendo Switch 2. And it’s a smart move to go ahead and register for a preorder on Nintendo.com (if you’re eligible). This way, you’re in a better position if scalpers start doing their thing next Thursday.
