The Nintendo Switch 2 preorders in the United States began on April 24, 2025. The console is set to launch on June 5, 2025, with a retail price of $449.99. Preorders had been initially planned earlier in April but were delayed due to tariff concerns. The console is available for preorder at major retailers like Walmart, Best Buy, GameStop, and Target, as well as directly through Nintendo's online store with invitation waves starting from May 8 for some users.