Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Live: Price, Release Date & Where to Buy Before It Sells Out

 

The Nintendo Switch 2 preorders have officially begun after a two-week delay, and the next-gen console is already in high demand—with Nintendo warning of potential shortages. Here’s everything you need to know before it sells out.

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🔴 Switch 2 Preorders Now Live – Act Fast!

Preorders opened at:

• 12 AM ET (Thursday)
• 9 PM PT (Wednesday)
• 11 PM CT (Wednesday)

Retailers with stock:

✅ Best Buy – Midnight ET (online & app)

✅ Walmart – Midnight ET ($0.99 cheaper than MSRP)

✅ Target – Midnight ET (bundles may sell out fast)

✅ GameStop – 11 AM ET (online) + in-store at opening

⚠️ Warning: Nintendo admits it can’t fulfill all 2.2 million preorders in Japan—global stock could vanish quickly.

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💰 Nintendo Switch 2 Price & Bundles

Model	Price	Details
Standard Switch 2	$449.99	Upgraded 7.9" 1080p LCD screen
Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle	$499.99	Includes game ($79.99 value)

Game Prices

• Mario Kart World – $79.99
• Donkey Kong Bananza – $69.99

Accessories (Price Increased!)

• Joy-Con Controllers – +$5 from April’s price
• Pro Controller – +$5
• Switch 2 Camera – +$5
• Nintendo warns more price hikes may come.

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📅 Switch 2 Release Date: June 5

• Launch Day Pickup: Best Buy, GameStop opening at midnight ET for preorders.
• Walmart Delivery: Some areas get it by 9 AM on launch day.

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❓ Why Were Preorders Delayed?

• Tariff Troubles: Nintendo paused U.S. preorders on April 2 after new tariffs were announced.
• Supply Fears: Switch 2 will be in short supply globally—Nintendo can’t meet Japan’s demand alone.

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🎮 What’s New in the Switch 2?

✔ 7.9-inch 1080p LCD screen (vs. original Switch’s 6.2" 720p)

✔ Same thickness as original Switch

✔ Backward compatibility? (Nintendo hasn’t confirmed yet)

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🚨 Will the Switch 2 Sell Out?

Very likely. With:

• Limited stock confirmed in Japan
• Midnight preorders already live
• GameStop’s late start (11 AM ET) causing potential rush

Tip: If you miss preorders, check Amazon & Walmart for restocks before June 5.

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🔜 What’s Next?

• June 5 Launch Day: Expect long lines at GameStop/Best Buy.
• Price Watch: Accessories may get another hike.
• Scalper Alert: Resale prices could skyrocket if stock runs out.