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Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders: Console + Mario Kart World $499, Console Only

+ Free S/H (Releases 6/5/2025)

$449

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Note: Despite this product being offered at regular pricing, we are promoting it on the front page due to the overwhelmingly positive feedback from our community.

Various Retailers have Nintendo Switch 2 Video Game Console (00045496885816) available to Pre-Order starting at $449. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where applicable (if desired).
  • Note: This pre-order item is scheduled to release on June 5th, 2025.
Thanks to Deal Hunter Eragorn for finding this deal.

Available retailers:Product Details:
  • One system, three play modes: TV, Tabletop, and Handheld.
  • 7.9" 1080p screen with frame rates of up to 120 fps with compatible games.
  • The updated dock also supports up to 4K resolution (TV and game must be compatible with 4K resolution. Frame rate is fixed to a maximum of 60 fps for 4K output).
  • GameChat lets you voice chat, share your game screen, and connect via video chat as you play.
    • Note: Additional games, systems and/or accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Internet connection, Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately, details) and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Compatible USB camera required for video features. Not available in all countries.
  • 256GB of internal storage (a portion of which is used by the system), expandable with microSD Express cards (sold separately)
  • Nintendo Switch 2 plays many physical and digital original Nintendo Switch (2017 v1/2019 v2/Switch Lite/Switch OLED) games. Some Nintendo Switch games may not be supported or fully compatible with Nintendo Switch 2.
  • Joy-Con 2 controllers attach magnetically and now offer mouse controls.
  • Same-system multiplayer, local wireless, and online multiplayer.
  • In the box:
    • Nintendo Switch 2 console
    • Joy-Con 2 (L) in Light Blue (left controller attachment)
    • Joy-Con 2 (R) in Light Red (right controller attachment)
    • Nintendo Switch 2 Console AC Adapter
    • USB-C Charging Cable
    • Nintendo Switch 2 Console Dock
    • 1x Joy-Con 2 Grip
    • 2x Joy-Con 2 Straps
    • 1x Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable
    • Included with the Mario Kart World Bundle only: Mario Kart World full game digital download
Specs:
  • 7.9" 1920x1080 (Full HD) built-in LCD touchscreen display: supports up to 120 FPS (frames-per-second) & VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
  • Supports up to 4K HDR resolution at 60 FPS output when docked
  • 256GB built-in storage capacity
  • microSD Express card slot (note: does not support standard microSDHC/microSDXC cards)
  • Nintendo Switch / Nintendo Switch 2 physical game card slot
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth
  • 5220mAh Battery
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty

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Written by jimmytx | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.
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Written by Eragorn | Staff
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Note: Despite this product being offered at regular pricing, we are promoting it on the front page due to the overwhelmingly positive feedback from our community.

Various Retailers have Nintendo Switch 2 Video Game Console (00045496885816) available to Pre-Order starting at $449. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where applicable (if desired).
  • Note: This pre-order item is scheduled to release on June 5th, 2025.
Thanks to Deal Hunter Eragorn for finding this deal.

Available retailers:Product Details:
  • One system, three play modes: TV, Tabletop, and Handheld.
  • 7.9" 1080p screen with frame rates of up to 120 fps with compatible games.
  • The updated dock also supports up to 4K resolution (TV and game must be compatible with 4K resolution. Frame rate is fixed to a maximum of 60 fps for 4K output).
  • GameChat lets you voice chat, share your game screen, and connect via video chat as you play.
    • Note: Additional games, systems and/or accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Internet connection, Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately, details) and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Compatible USB camera required for video features. Not available in all countries.
  • 256GB of internal storage (a portion of which is used by the system), expandable with microSD Express cards (sold separately)
  • Nintendo Switch 2 plays many physical and digital original Nintendo Switch (2017 v1/2019 v2/Switch Lite/Switch OLED) games. Some Nintendo Switch games may not be supported or fully compatible with Nintendo Switch 2.
  • Joy-Con 2 controllers attach magnetically and now offer mouse controls.
  • Same-system multiplayer, local wireless, and online multiplayer.
  • In the box:
    • Nintendo Switch 2 console
    • Joy-Con 2 (L) in Light Blue (left controller attachment)
    • Joy-Con 2 (R) in Light Red (right controller attachment)
    • Nintendo Switch 2 Console AC Adapter
    • USB-C Charging Cable
    • Nintendo Switch 2 Console Dock
    • 1x Joy-Con 2 Grip
    • 2x Joy-Con 2 Straps
    • 1x Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable
    • Included with the Mario Kart World Bundle only: Mario Kart World full game digital download
Specs:
  • 7.9" 1920x1080 (Full HD) built-in LCD touchscreen display: supports up to 120 FPS (frames-per-second) & VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
  • Supports up to 4K HDR resolution at 60 FPS output when docked
  • 256GB built-in storage capacity
  • microSD Express card slot (note: does not support standard microSDHC/microSDXC cards)
  • Nintendo Switch / Nintendo Switch 2 physical game card slot
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth
  • 5220mAh Battery
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by jimmytx | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.
  • About this store:
    • Sign-up for Target Circle Card to save an additional 5%, receive free shipping on most items, and attain an extended return period.

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MikeyMike01
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No OLED? $90 games? No thanks
MikeyMike01
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Vote with your wallet. Buy it if you think what Nintendo is doing is okay, if this is how you want to be treated; the choice is yours.
Eragorn
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That's fair - I'm hoping the thread is helpful though for those trying to get ahold of one and not have to pay over retail on any marketplace.

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ruckainc
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Quote from Recoman :
I didn't say anything about OLED downsides. 🙂
A con is a downside and you asked for one but I shouldn't expect you to hold your own attention for so long. Go browse tiktok or something.
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Alucard400
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Quote from serotoninzero :
While I'd prefer an OLED, I'd rather have that LCD 120hz with VRR than an OLED at 60hz.

This was also my conclusion when picking up a ROG Ally Z1 Extreme. I'm an OLED snob myself after getting a LG OLED TV to play my console and PC games on, but the VRR and 120hz was a big jump in screen quality from the 800p Steam Deck I used. Been gaming on the ROG Ally quite a lot and OLED vs modern LCDs with HDR are actually quite good today. but going from OLED 60 or 90hz to 120hz LCD with HDR is a viable upgrade. An OLED 120hz screen would be much better but that console version is probably 3 years away from release.
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Quote from Recoman :
Good grief. Have you looked up the pros and cons for a 9 inch screen being an OLED vs a LED?
Is the 9 inch screen in the room with us?
Apr 22, 2025
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CoolGoat3614
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Anyone know about The Exchange if they're doing any preorders? No tax is sweet.
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Quote from davilot1710 :
As someone who's never owned a Switch and just wants to play Pokemon, should I buy this over a Switch Lite?

That depends -- are you looking to spend more money or more time on your investment? You could sink a bazillion hours into the current Pokémon titles for Switch 1 and still not be done. Switch Lite will be even cheaper in the coming months as retailers clear out shelf space.
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schlack
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Quote from davilot1710 :
As someone who's never owned a Switch and just wants to play Pokemon, should I buy this over a Switch Lite?

I'd pick up a Switch Lite on FB Marketplace and get some cheap Pokémon games on eBay.

There are no imminent original and exclusive Pokémon game releases for Switch 2.

Recently got a great condition Switch Lite w/ case for $75 from FB Marketplace.
Last edited by schlack April 22, 2025 at 07:50 AM.
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canonfodder
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Quote from mrmochi :
Actually you're rightThe physical cartridge price for Mario Kart World on the Nintendo Switch 2 is $90. Nintendo has set a new pricing structure for Switch 2 games, with digital versions priced at $80 and physical cartridge versions at $90, reflecting a $10 increase over previous generation game prices.$90 AAA games are here folks.
this isnt true. Mario Kart World is $80 for both physical and digital in the US (and $50 for digital in the bundle).

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Zorn
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Quote from Shogun749 :
This thing it's too expensive for what it is. Asus rog ally x.. legion go.... i don't know why anyone will buy this at this price. It isn't more powerful than the rog ally x... so i am going to pass until it is cheaper. Cheers everyone.
Have you used either of those handhelds? They're both almost double the price, and Windows is painful to use on a screen this size. I pretty quickly returned the Ally but still have a Steam Deck OLED. It's a decent device, and my only way to play FF7 Rebirth, but anything that's available on Switch I always prefer to get there.

Switch interface is usable without a dozen tweaks, doesn't BSOD, the battery lasts longer than 1.25 hours without manually tweaking the wattage on a per-game basis. Switch also has proper sleep, the SD drains within a couple days. Windows & x86 are just never going to be the right solution for a handheld device IMO.
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The webpages are ready, the scalper scripts/bots are ready too I'm sure, so time for you, the consumer, to also get ready to get shafted.
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Quote from BrutusBeefcake :
$450 for PS4 graphics, no thanks. And I am a Nintendo fan, but they are getting to the point of delusion.

$450 to play Mario, Donkey Kong, and Zelda games all over again? Just grab a refurbished Steam Deck Oled and you'll be very happy.
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What an absolute train wreck of a thread.

Anywho 11pm CST on the 23rd. Got it. See you nerds on the track... and others apparently not because it doesn't have oled or needs oled or whatever you wanna complain about.
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Quote from Zorn :
Have you used either of those handhelds? They're both almost double the price, and Windows is painful to use on a screen this size. I pretty quickly returned the Ally but still have a Steam Deck OLED. It's a decent device, and my only way to play FF7 Rebirth, but anything that's available on Switch I always prefer to get there.

Switch interface is usable without a dozen tweaks, doesn't BSOD, the battery lasts longer than 1.25 hours without manually tweaking the wattage on a per-game basis. Switch also has proper sleep, the SD drains within a couple days. Windows & x86 are just never going to be the right solution for a handheld device IMO.

I have a Deck, ROG Ally Z1 Extreme and 2 Switch (one launch that is modded and one OLED system). The Steam deck is low end hardware but it's a nice plug and play but you can easily do modded stuff like emulation. I use my ROG Ally more because of the 120hz screen and I play Genshin Impact a lot (needs Windows to easily run the 120hz/fps mod). The ROG ally isn't for everyone like you say. it is more of a tinker type device to really make it shine. it drains the battery fast so I did the battery mod to double it. But I agree that a Windows system isn't a good solution for a plug and play handheld. This is were the consoles shine and run better than PC systems. You just want a quick game of something with an easy sleep/wake function at the end of the day after work and a console like the Switch just does that (Steam Deck too). Gaming consoles are mass produced so reaching economies of scale is faster than a PC system. I think the Switch 2 is slightly more powerful than the Ally X, especially at its price point. Going to wait and see comparisons after launch though.
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Recoman
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Quote from BrutusBeefcake :
AMOLED is OLED, no matter how you look at it. That is why it is AM-OLED.

Brutus, look up this stuff before you post it. They are similar, but they have differences. This is incorrect.

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BrutusBeefcake
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Quote from Recoman :
Brutus, look up this stuff before you post it. They are similar, but they have differences. This is incorrect.

They both utilize Organic Light Emitting Diodes. It's pretty simple to understand.

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