Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date, Pre-order Date & Costs

Nintendo officially announced the release date for the Nintendo Switch 2! On June 5, 2025 we can start playing on this brand-new Nintendo console. When can you pre-order, and what will the Nintendo Switch 2 cost? We'll tell you what to expect!

Updated on: 04-04-2025 Author: Kiki

Nintendo Switch 2 release date: confirmed

Nintendo has officially confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be released on 5 June 2025.

When can I pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2?

Pre-orders go live on 8 April 2025 via the Nintendo Store. Other UK retailers where you'll be able to pre-order include Argos, while you can register your interest at Currys, Amazon UK and Smyths.

What will the Switch 2 cost?

The Nintendo Switch 2 is confirmed to cost £395.99 in the UK. You can also pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 Console and Mario Kart World Bundle Edition at the price of £429.99.

Nintendo Switch 2 Overview Trailer

Nintendo has also launched a new overview trailer showcasing the new hardware. The new Switch 2 will be larger with 1080p and 120fps, it supports HDR, the Joy-Cons are bigger and they support mouse control. It’s primarily black, with pops of colour on the controllers.

The Nintendo Switch 2 will also support compatible Nintendo Switch 1 games. There are also some Nintendo Switch 2 announced like: Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Kirby Air Riders. More details will be shared later on the official Nintendo website.

Check out the “Nintendo Switch 2 Overview Trailer” here:

Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Events

Besides this, Nintendo will also host Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Events. The event dates are as follows:

North America:

New York: April 4–6, 2025
Los Angeles: April 11–13, 2025
Dallas: April 25–27, 2025
Toronto: April 25–27, 2025

Europe:

Paris: April 4–6, 2025
London: April 11–13, 2025
Milan: April 25–27, 2025
Berlin: April 25–27, 2025
Madrid: May 9–11, 2025
Amsterdam: May 9–11, 2025

Oceania:

Melbourne: May 10–11, 2025

Asia:

Tokyo (Makuhari): April 26–27, 2025

Seoul: May 31–June 1, 2025
Hong Kong: To be announced
Taipei: To be announced

Check out more information on the Experience events on the official Nintendo website.

More about the Nintendo Switch 2

There are many more differences between the Switch V1 and the V2. Find out all the differences between the Switch 1 and the Nintendo Switch 2!

Get ready for the Nintendo Switch 2 with the best games

Are you ready for the Nintendo Switch 2? Get in the mood with some of the best Switch games! Get your favourite Switch games, top off your balance with Nintendo eShop Cards or get even more out of your Switch with our Nintendo Switch Online subscriptions!

Super Smash Bros: Ultimate

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Pokémon Legends: Arceus

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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

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About the author: Kiki is Team Lead Content and blog author at Startselect. For Xbox gamer guides, shopping tips, and binge-worthy Netflix series, follow her blogs! With a preference for RPGs and a love for K-drama, she shares her knowledge and insights on various topics.