Nintendo has officially announced that the pre-order period for its next-generation portable game console, the Switch 2, will begin on April 24, 2025. Previously scheduled to begin on April 9, pre-orders were postponed due to US global trade restrictions.
Nintendo Switch 2 will be available for pre-order soon
The official release date of the new console was announced as June 5, 2025. The standard model will be sold for $449.99. The special package that includes the Mario Kart World game is listed with a price tag of $499.99.
There has been no change in the prices of the games that will be sold with the console for now. Mario Kart World will meet users for $79.99, and Donkey Kong Bananza will meet users for $69.99.
There has been a noticeable increase in accessory prices. The Pro Controller has increased to $84.99, the Joy-Con 2 set has increased to $94.99, and the new Dock Set has increased to $119.99. Nintendo has not yet shared clear information about the console’s price in Turkey. However, CD Media, the device’s official distributor in Turkey, announced that price and pre-order details will be announced to the public soon.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is described as an improved version of the previous model. The product comes with a larger screen, a DLSS-supporting Nvidia APU, and new-generation Joy-Con controllers with a magnetic connection system.
The console also offers backward compatibility with most digital Switch games. So what do you think about the new handheld console? You can share your thoughts with us in the comments section below.
