You can preorder the Nintendo Switch 2 starting April 24, 2025, at most major retailers such as Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and GameStop in the U.S. The preorder times vary slightly by retailer but generally start at midnight ET on April 24, except for GameStop, which opens at 11 a.m. ET on the same day. For the official Nintendo Store, preorders are through an invitation system beginning May 8, 2025, for eligible customers. The Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on June 5, 2025, with a suggested retail price of $449.99 for the console alone or $499.99 bundled with Mario Kart World.