First Batch of Switch 2 Pre-Order Dates and Priority Details for U.S. and Canada

Pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 were originally scheduled to commence globally on April 9. However, due to economic turmoil stemming from tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, Nintendo had to delay the pre-order launch in the U.S., followed by Canada. Meanwhile, pre-orders proceeded as planned in other regions, such as the UK.

According to an FAQ on Nintendo's official website, the first round of invitations for pre-orders will begin on May 8, 2025, through the My Nintendo Store. There is currently no information available regarding pre-orders through retail outlets.

Nintendo has announced that additional batches of invitation emails will be dispatched "periodically" until pre-orders on the My Nintendo Store become available to everyone.

The initial invitation emails will be sent on a first-come, first-served basis to "eligible registrants who meet the priority criteria," as stated by Nintendo. Those receiving an invitation will have a 72-hour window from the time the email is sent to finalize their purchase.

To be eligible for a Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order invitation, 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 logged at least 50 hours of total gameplay.

Nintendo Switch 2 Game Boxes

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Nintendo has yet to confirm whether they will adhere to their previously announced pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2, its games, and accessories. Some games are slated to retail for $79.99. Analysts have voiced concerns that the ongoing tariff war might compel Nintendo to increase the price of the base Switch 2 above the current $449.99, but no official statement has been made by Nintendo on this matter.

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

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 covered the community's reaction to Nintendo's decision to increase the price to $80 for the Switch 2 generation, including insights from analysts explaining the reasoning behind this move.

Elsewhere, former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé alluded to the situation in tweets reminiscent of the Wii pack-in game Wii Sports, subtly addressing the controversy surrounding the pricing of the Switch 2 tutorial game Welcome Tour.