Nintendo fans have a whole lot of reasons to rejoice right now. As if the opening of Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando in May wasn't enough of a dopamine rush, the Nintendo Switch 2 is coming to a store near you.
Nintendo Switch 2 preorders start April 9 at stores where you'd typically buy gaming gear.
The new Nintendo Switch 2 costs $449 whereas the Swtch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle is priced at $499. Mario fans will want to go for the latter since it includes full game download of Mario Kart World (valued at $79).
Walmart is one retailer leading the charge with preorder listings for the Nintendo Switch 2, Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle, Switch 2 games, and essential Switch 2 accessories up and ready to go live week.
So what's new with the Switch 2?
Nintendo's new game console features a larger 7.9-inch 1080p LCD touchscreen with HDR support and plays games up to 120 fps. What's more, the TV dock supports 4K to level the playing field with the PS5.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible with physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. However, some existing games may not be fully compatible or have start-up issues on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Rest assured, Nintendo is continuously working hard to improve these compatibility issues.
Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle ship to arrive by June 5.
Preorder Nintendo Switch 2 — Quick links
- Nintendo Switch 2 (Preorder): $449 at Walmart
- Nintendo Switch 2 + MarioKart World Bundle (Preorder): $499 at Walmart
- Samsung microSD Express Card (256GB): $59 at Walmart
- Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: $79 at Walmart
- Nintendo Switch Joy-Con 2 Wheel (Set of 2): $19 at Walmart
- amiibo Sidon: The Legend of Zelda Series: $19 at Walmart
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Preorder): $79 at Walmart
- Donkey Kong Bananza (Preorder): $69 at Walmart | Best Buy
- Mario Kart World (Preorder): $79 at Walmart
- Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition (Preorder): $59 at Walmart
- Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV (Preorder): $79 at Walmart
- Kirby and The Forgotten Land + Star Crossed World (Preorder): $79 at Walmart
Where to preorder the Nintendo Switch 2
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Switch 2 Accessories
Nintendo Switch 2 — FAQ
Will all Nintendo Switch games work on the Switch 2?
The good news is that the Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible with existing physical and digital Nintendo Switch games.
The bad news is that some games may not be fully compatible or have start-up issues on the Nintendo Switch 2.
However, Nintendo is continuously working hard in conjunction with game developers to improve compatibility issues.
So far, Nintendo has confirmed its Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit is not compatible with the Switch 2.
Will Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons work on the Switch 2?
Yes, Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers with work on the Nintendo Switch 2.
You may pair them by connecting them wirelessly via Bluetooth to the console. Keep in mind that games have features unique to Joy-Con 2, like mouse controls.
Can I use the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller with the Switch 2?
Yes, the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller will also work on the Nintendo Switch 2.
However, you might want to invest in the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller to get the most out the new Switch 2 console.
Set to launch on June 5, the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is priced at $79.99. It features HD Rumble 2, motion controls, built-in amiibo support, a capture button, a C Button for GameChat, mappable GL/GR buttons, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
