Switch 2 Pre-Order Dates and Priority Details for U.S. and Canada Revealed

Pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 were originally scheduled to go live globally on April 9. However, economic turbulence triggered by Trump's tariffs led Nintendo to delay pre-orders in the U.S., followed by Canada. Despite these setbacks, pre-orders proceeded as planned in other regions, including the UK.

Nintendo has provided clarity on the pre-order process through a FAQ on their website, announcing that the first invitations for pre-orders will be sent out starting May 8, 2025, exclusively for the My Nintendo Store. There has been no mention yet of when retail pre-orders will begin.

Nintendo has also stated that subsequent batches of invitation emails will be dispatched "periodically" until the purchasing window on the My Nintendo Store opens to all customers.

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

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

• You must have 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 have accumulated at least 50 hours of total gameplay.

Nintendo Switch 2 Game Boxes

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There has been no confirmation from Nintendo regarding whether they will adhere to the previously announced pricing for the Switch 2, its games (with some priced at $79.99), and accessories, or if there will be an increase. Analysts have raised concerns that due to the ongoing tariff war, Nintendo might be compelled to raise the price of the base Switch 2 above $449.99, but no official statement has been made yet.

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

Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing 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 extensively covered the reaction to Nintendo's decision to set the price of Switch 2 games at $80, including insights from analysts who shed light on the reasons behind this move.

Additionally, former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the cost of the Switch 2 tutorial game Welcome Tour, drawing comparisons to the Wii pack-in game Wii Sports in his social media posts.