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After being delayed several weeksbecause of tariffs, Nintendo recently announced preorders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 arefinally set to begin in North America on April 24, with the console retaining its$450 price tag.
Undoubtedly, theSwitch 2will be in very high demand, and securing a console for launch day on June 5 will be the top priority for many on April 24. Numerous retailers will be selling the Switch 2 in the US, including Walmart, Best Buy, Target, GameStop, and more.
While Nintendo is working diligently to ensure sufficient Switch 2 stock is available for launch day, it is likely that many of these retailers will sell out relatively quickly, with gamers potentially only having a few minutes to make their purchases once these links go live. Fortunately, Pocket-lint is here to help ensure you have the best chance at securing a preorder for the Switch 2 and getting the console in your hands on June 5. Bookmark this page so you can be ready with links to every major retailer that is offering preorders later this week.
The Nintendo Switch 2 still costs $450 and pre-orders now start April 24
But Switch 2 accessories are getting a minor price bump.
Nintendo Switch 2 preorder links
Walmart preorders go live at midnight on April 24
Preorders for the Switch 2 will start on April 24 at midnight for most retailers, except for GameStop, where preorders are set to begin at 11am EST. Below, you’ll find various preorder links for different retailers and their expected launch times. This story will be updated with any changes to preorders as they occur, so bookmark this page to be ready on April 24.
Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are set to go live at Walmart at 12:00AM ET (midnight) and 9:00PM PT.
Walmart - Nintendo Switch 2 Preorder
Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are set to go live at Best Buy at 12:00AM ET (midnight) and 9:00PM PT.
Best Buy - Nintendo Switch 2 Preorder
Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are set to go live at Target at 12:00AM ET (midnight) and 9:00PM PT.
Target - Nintendo Switch 2 Preorder
Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 are set to go live at GameStop at 11:00AM ET and 8:00AM PT online and in-store when stores open on April 24.
If you want to trade in your old Nintendo Switch at GameStop and put the money towards the Switch 2, you may. The GameStop trade-in value for the Switch OLED is $175, $125 for the regular Switch, and $100 for the Switch Lite.
GameStop - Nintendo Switch 2 Preorder
There is no preorder link for Amazon yet, but this story will be updated if one becomes available.
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