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

The Nintendo Switch 2: A Preorder Guide and What to Expect

Let's address the elephant in the room: No, the Switch 2 isn't available for preorder yet. Preorders will likely open after the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct presentation on April 2nd. However, we've compiled crucial information to help you prepare for this highly anticipated console launch.

Securing Your Switch 2 Preorder

While preorders aren't open, Best Buy allows you to register your interest, ensuring you receive email notifications when preorders begin. GameStop also has an official listing, but availability will likely remain limited until April.

Here's how to maximize your chances:

• Follow IGN and IGNDeals: Stay updated on social media platforms like Bluesky and X (formerly Twitter).
• Monitor Major Retailers: Keep a close eye on Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
• Amazon Caution: Amazon's Nintendo product availability has been inconsistent in 2024. Other retailers might be a safer bet.

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Mario Kart 9: A Switch 2 Launch Title?

Mario Kart 9, briefly showcased in the Switch 2 announcement trailer, is a confirmed title. Preorders are expected to coincide with the console's preorders, and a potential Mario Kart 9 bundle is anticipated.

Switch 2 Pricing and Release Date

While the price remains unconfirmed, speculation points to a range of $399-$499, with $400 considered a likely sweet spot. This aligns with the current Switch models: Switch ($299), Switch OLED ($349), and Switch Lite ($199).

A 2025 release is planned, with more details expected during the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Preview events extending to June 2025 suggest a launch in the second half of the year.

Mario Kart 9 - First Look

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Anticipated Switch 2 Game Lineup

Several titles are likely candidates for the Switch 2, including previously announced Switch games like Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and Professor Layton and the New World of Steam. The question remains whether these will offer significantly enhanced visuals and gameplay on the new hardware.

Reports suggest potential ports of several Xbox games, including Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and Halo: The Master Chief Collection, and Ubisoft titles such as Assassin's Creed Mirage and Assassin's Creed Shadows (at a later date).