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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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Written by Eragorn | Staff

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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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JuansWorld
Apr 23, 2025
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Quote from joshownsyouall :
Is full payment required at point of pre order or do they take payment when it ships etc?

I called gamestop today, in store pre orders $50. Bestbuy requires charge of price. Not sure about other retailers, gonna try my luck in store and payoff at midnight release.
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Quote from JuansWorld :
I called gamestop today, in store pre orders $50. Bestbuy requires charge of price. Not sure about other retailers, gonna try my luck in store and payoff at midnight release.
Gamestop is notorious for having less than 10 available for preorder (per store), so ymmv
Apr 23, 2025
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ronder
Apr 23, 2025
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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?

Set yourself up with a retro console.
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TheDuxun
Apr 23, 2025
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Quote from KatherineNaomi :
In my experience the employee discount does not work on preorders
you maybe right sorry for the misinformation.
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TheDuxun
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Quote from StitchandAngel2624 :
If you're a Target employee you get 10% off plus don't forget to use your red card for an extra 5% off.
good deal
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Mohjong
Apr 23, 2025
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I think I'll have to buy from the first batch to take advantage of certain exploits. Similar to the first switch, buy the first gen and then let it sit for a year or 2, then check wololo to see how to update the system safely. I let the 3DS sat for 5 years and then checked...WOW. BTW my erista switch still kicking it after all these years. Wonder if the made in chiina nintendo factories got the QA down should they compare to made in india/vietnam switch 2.
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pure3d2
Apr 23, 2025
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Quote from WilliamG :
Already stated, but you're incorrect.https://www.nintendo.com/us/whats...24-in-u-s/
It looks like they backtracked on it then. Originally when the prices were quietly posted on the website after the initial announcement, there was a note that physical copies would cost more.
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Quote from OwnManagement :
Damn, I thought SlickDeals people were high-information consumers. These comments have proven otherwise, it's like I'm on Reddit.

I've never seen a single "high-information" comment on SD. The mean age is 50 on the app and every discussion leads to :
A. Angry the deal company is anti-Trump / 'unAmerican'.

B. Angry luxury items cost a luxury, thus not making it worth it.

C. Neckie beardies screaming over a loss of pixels/HDMI port/ some small downgrade from the deal item.

It's a thread of Switch adults, and I'm sure at least 5 need a visit from Chris Hanson.
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ArmyHubby
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If you make below 499k/yr and buying this for your kid at this economy, time for financial literacy.
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Is it a physical or downloadable game?
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Quote from RagingBerserker :
This is a rich man's hype console. No one actually needs it; it's more of just wanting it for the hype. $600+ for Mario Kart and a mediocre Donkey Kong game? Miss me with this one, Nintendo. How much will this even be with the Pro Controller and all of the extras? Are we looking at more in the $700 range? This is a joke. The only Nintendo game im truly hyped for is Metroid Prime 4, and that's playable on the OG Switch, thank God. I'm waiting this one out. Enjoy the console to anyone buying! I'm not trying to kill anyone's hype. I'm just being realistic. This simply isn't worth more than a PS5.
I think this in line with all the handheld released in the last 2 years. However, the price was falling really fast. Nintendo will not drop the price.

I don't see myself getting one, but my HS son wants one.
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Kairi
Apr 23, 2025
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The preorder numbers in Japan are off the charts. It's expected to get over 2.2 million in the first weekend, and the Japan boss had to let people know that not everyone will get one, so they have to do a second lottery. This is just the Nintendo Store Japan website.
https://www.gamespot.com/articles...0-6531049/
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Quote from Kairi :
The preorder numbers in Japan are off the charts. It's expected to get over 2.2 million in the first weekend, and the Japan boss had to let people know that not everyone will get one, so they have to do a second lottery. This is just the Nintendo Store Japan website.
https://www.gamespot.com/articles...0-6531049/



2.2 Million is a lot for Japan. Their allocation is not as big as USA and what's known is NOA has 1 million stockpiled in a warehouse or two for launch in June plus more shipments coming in by that time. So I'm going to assume something like a 1.5 million unit launch in USA. There is a lot of negativity on the Switch 2 but there are also so many indicators that it's going to be a lot wanting to buy it on launch day. Micro SD Express cards 512GB and 1TB are sold out but that can be an indicator that it's mostly people with a lot of disposable income. It would be like an Nvidia card where everyone says the price sucks and youtubers say it's not worth the asking price but it sells out anyways.
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Is there a trade in program? I have OLED.

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Quote from jedinat :
I find it really hard to understand people acting like $450 is super pricey for this kind of hardware. It was never going to be $300 (Switch 1 in today's money would have been almost $400).

Yeah. The original super NES sold for $299 back in the 1990s. That's about $700 today. It's cheaper relative to inflation.

Games were $60 since 2000 and have barely moved up to $70 recently. Video games are still cheap compared to other stuff
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