Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders: Release date, prices, delays and everything else you need to know

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders: Release date, prices, delays and everything else you need to knowThe Nintendo Switch 2 is poised to redefine portable gaming with its official launch set for June 5, 2025. Here is a comprehensive look at its features, pricing, pre-order information, and issues surrounding its release as anticipation grows. Cyberockk

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Release Date & Pre-Orders

The Switch 2 will be available worldwide on June 5, 2025, according to Nintendo. Pre-orders commenced on April 9, 2025, across various regions. However, Nintendo had to temporarily halt pre-orders in order to evaluate the financial repercussions because of delays in pre-orders in the United States as a result of new import tariffs. Wikipedia

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Pricing & Bundles

The standard console version of the Switch 2 costs $449.99. A bundle including "Mario Kart World" is available at $479.99. In the UK, the console is priced at £395.99, with the bundle at £429.99 .​

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Hardware & Features

The Switch 2 significantly improves upon its predecessor: Latest news & breaking headlines

Display: A 7.9-inch HDR LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate that makes the images look better. Latest news & breaking headlines

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Docked Performance: Supports 4K resolution when connected to a compatible display.​

Storage: 256GB of additional internal storage to accommodate larger game files. Latest news & breaking headlines

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Joy-Cons are redesigned magnetic controllers with a new "C" button for quick access to GameChat and improved motion functionality. The most recent headlines and news .​

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Audio: Improved speakers that provide 3D audio for a more realistic listening experience. Connectivity: Inclusion of a USB-C camera port, enabling video calls and streaming capabilities.​

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Game Library & Backward Compatibility

There are a lot of games on the Switch 2 at launch: Latest news & breaking headlines

New Titles: "Mario Kart World" introduces a 24 racer-supporting, interconnected open world. "Donkey Kong Bananza" and third-party titles like "Elden Ring" and "Cyberpunk 2077" are also available .​

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Backward Compatibility: The console is compatible with the majority of digital and physical Switch games. Some titles may require original Joy-Cons due to hardware differences. Enhanced versions of classics like "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" are available, offering improved visuals and performance .​

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Market Effects and Challenges from Tariffs The launch in the United States is hampered by increased import tariffs from China, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Nintendo has shifted much of its hardware manufacturing for U.S. shipments from China to Vietnam, with 90% of recent units originating there. Before tariffs took effect, analyst David Gibson estimates that 1.7 million Switch 2 units were stored in U.S. warehouses, potentially protecting early buyers. WSJ

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Conclusion

The Nintendo Switch 2 emerges as a formidable successor, blending enhanced hardware with a rich game library. While geopolitical factors pose challenges, the console's innovations and backward compatibility position it as a compelling choice for gamers worldwide.​