Excitement is building as the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 finally has a confirmed release date: June 5, 2025. Priced at an entry point of $449.99, the new console promises to elevate gaming experiences both at home and on the go.
The Nintendo Switch 2 package includes everything you need to dive into the next generation of gaming:
- Nintendo Switch 2 console
- Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
- Joy-Con 2 Grip
- Joy-Con 2 Straps
- Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
- Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
- USB-C Charging Cable
For fans of racing games, there's also the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle, priced at $499.99. This bundle includes the system and a download code for the highly anticipated Mario Kart World, available on launch day. Notably, Mario Kart World on its own will cost $79.99, marking a $10 increase over the price of Nintendo's most expensive Switch game to date.
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa shared his enthusiasm about the new console, stating, “Nintendo Switch 2 is the next step in at-home gaming that can be taken on the go based on eight years of play and discovery that began with Nintendo Switch. With its new features that expand the possibilities of gaming experiences, I truly believe that Nintendo Switch 2 is a leap forward in our journey of putting smiles on the faces of everyone that Nintendo touches.”
For those eager to learn more, a comprehensive overview of the system was provided during today's one-hour Nintendo Direct, which you can review right here.