Nintendo Sneaks In Switch 2 Pre-Order Dates with No Price Hike
Apr 21, 2025 8:34 AMNintendo has announced that pre-orders for the Switch 2 will resume in the US and Canada on April 24, after being temporarily halted due to tariff assessments. The console will maintain its price at $450 USD and CAD$630 without any changes to the launch date of June 5. However, accessories will see a price increase, with Joy-Con now costing $95 and the Pro Controller rising to $85. This decision comes after the Trump administration paused tariffs on imports, allowing Nintendo to bring back pre-orders without affecting initial console prices, as they have already stockpiled units. Future prices may fluctuate depending on tariffs and shipping locations.
What is the release date for the Nintendo Switch 2?The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch on June 5, 2025.
The Nintendo Switch, launched in 2017, revitalized the gaming landscape with its hybrid design, allowing players to switch seamlessly between handheld and docked play. Following the success of its predecessor, the Switch 2 aims to further enhance gameplay with improved performance and new titles, promising to keep gamers engaged and excited for what's to come.
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Stimpy commented on: 2025-04-21 08:48:10
Glad to see Nintendo keeping the console price stable, though those Joy-Con prices are creeping dangerously close to just buy another game territory. Here’s hoping the Switch 2’s upgrades make the accessory splurge feel worth it
Mr. Bison commented on: 2025-04-21 08:42:09
Smart move by Nintendo to stockpile units and dodge the tariff bullet for now, but those accessory price hikes sting. At least the Switch 2 itself is staying on track for June—my wallet’s ready for the next-gen portable goodness
