Let's get straight to the point: **No, the Switch 2 isn’t available for preorder yet**. You won’t be able to secure your console until after the anticipated Switch 2 Nintendo Direct presentation scheduled for **April 2**. However, we've compiled all the crucial details to help you gear up for one of the most eagerly awaited console launches in recent memory.
Switch 2 Preorders: Register Your Interest Now
While preorders aren’t currently open, **Best Buy** is allowing you to register your interest, which is a savvy move to ensure you get email notifications when preorders begin in the coming months. This way, you won't miss out if you get distracted. On the other hand, **GameStop** is the only major retailer with an official listing for the Switch 2, though it's marked as "unavailable" until likely April.
In the meantime, here are some tips to stay ahead:
- Follow **IGN** and **IGNDeals** on social media platforms like **Bluesky** and **X** (formerly Twitter). We'll keep you in the loop with updates on preorders for the console, games, accessories, and more.
- Keep an eye on major retailers like **Target**, **Walmart**, **GameStop**, and **Best Buy**.
- There's a question mark over **Amazon**, which has had limited availability for Nintendo products in 2024. The only major release sold directly by Amazon this year was *The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom*—and even that arrived a month late. Considering this track record, it's safer to assume other retailers will be your best bet for securing a preorder.
Mario Kart 9 Preorders
One confirmed game for the Switch 2 is **Mario Kart 9**, which was briefly showcased in the console's announcement trailer. While preorders for the game are not yet live, it's reasonable to expect they'll open alongside console preorders. It wouldn't be surprising if Nintendo also announces a **Mario Kart 9 bundle**, which could be a popular option among fans.
How Much Will the Switch 2 Cost?
Nintendo hasn't confirmed the price for the Switch 2 yet, but speculation suggests it will fall between **$399 and $499**. Industry analysts, including Dr. Serkan Toto of Kantan Games Inc., believe $400 is the “sweet spot” for success, striking a balance between value and competitiveness.
For context, here are the current prices for Nintendo’s existing lineup:
- Nintendo Switch: **$299**
- Nintendo Switch OLED: **$349**
- Nintendo Switch Lite: **$199**
Given the hints in the trailer about improved power and features, a $400 price tag for the Switch 2 seems plausible.
Switch 2 Release Date
The Switch 2 is slated for a **2025 release**, though specifics are still under wraps. We expect more concrete information about the release date to emerge during the **April 2 Nintendo Direct**.
Nintendo has also scheduled preview events through **June 2025**, indicating the console will likely launch in the **second half of 2025**.
Stay tuned as we bring you all the latest news on the Switch 2, including preorder updates, pricing, and exclusive game announcements.
Mario Kart 9 - First Look
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Upcoming Switch 2 Games
We can make some educated guesses about what games to expect on the Switch 2. It's likely that titles Nintendo has announced for the current Switch this year and beyond will also be available on the Switch 2. **Metroid Prime 4** is a safe bet, as are **Pokémon Legends: Z-A** and **Professor Layton and the New World of Steam**. The question remains whether these games will offer significantly enhanced graphics and performance on the Switch 2.
In a previous podcast, Nate the Hate mentioned that a number of Xbox games are coming to the Switch 2, including **Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024** and **Halo: The Master Chief Collection**. Windows Central’s Jez Corden corroborated this report, suggesting that most, if not all, Xbox games will launch on the Switch 2, provided the console can handle them effectively.
Moreover, according to Nate the Hate, several Switch 2 games are also coming from Ubisoft, including a port of **Assassin’s Creed Mirage** in the console’s launch window. The upcoming **Assassin’s Creed Shadows**, currently slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC, is also reportedly coming to the Switch 2, though at a later date outside the launch window.
