Switch 2 Preorders Open: How to Register Interest

Let’s tackle the burning question first: No, you can’t preorder the Switch 2 yet. Preorders are expected to open after Nintendo’s Switch 2 Direct presentation on April 2. In the meantime, we’ve compiled everything you need to know to get ready for one of the most exciting console launches in years.

Switch 2 Preorders: Sign Up for Updates

Although preorders aren’t live, Best Buy allows you to register your interest now. This ensures you’ll get email notifications once preorders begin (just in case you miss the announcement). Currently, GameStop is the only major retailer with an official Switch 2 listing, though it’s marked as unavailable until April.

Here’s how to stay ahead of the curve:

Follow IGN and IGNDeals on Bluesky and X (formerly Twitter) for real-time updates on console preorders, games, and accessories.Monitor retailers like Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.

Amazon remains uncertain—Nintendo products have been scarce there this year. For instance, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom arrived a month late and was one of the few releases sold directly by Amazon. Given this history, other retailers might be more reliable for securing a preorder.

What’s your take on the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal?

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Mario Kart 9 Preorders

Mario Kart 9 was teased in the Switch 2 announcement trailer, confirming its release. While preorders aren’t available yet, they’ll likely launch alongside the console. Nintendo may also offer a Mario Kart 9 bundle, which could be a hotspot for early adopters.

Switch 2 Price: What to Expect

Nintendo hasn’t announced pricing yet, but analysts predict a range of $399 to $499. Dr. Serkan Toto of Kantan Games Inc. suggests $400 strikes the right balance—competitive yet valuable.

For comparison, here’s Nintendo’s current lineup:

Nintendo Switch: $299Nintendo Switch OLED: $349Nintendo Switch Lite: $199

Given the Switch 2’s promised upgrades, a $400 price seems plausible.

Switch 2 Release Date

The Switch 2 is confirmed for 2025, with specifics still under wraps. Expect clearer details during the April 2 Nintendo Direct.

Preview events are scheduled through June 2025, hinting at a late 2025 launch. Stay tuned for updates on preorders, pricing, and game reveals.

Mario Kart 9 – Early Preview

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Switch 2 Game Lineup: What’s Coming?

Beyond confirmed titles, we can speculate about Switch 2 games. Titles like Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and Professor Layton and the New World of Steam are strong candidates. The real question: Will they deliver noticeably better performance on Switch 2?

Insider Nate the Hate claims Xbox games like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and Halo: The Master Chief Collection are headed to Switch 2. Jez Corden of Windows Central supports this, noting that most Xbox games could follow if the hardware allows.

Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Mirage is reportedly launching alongside the Switch 2, with Assassin’s Creed Shadows arriving later. Currently, Shadows is confirmed only for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.