How to preorder the Switch 2: Orders open April 24 at Walmart

Nintendo has announced the upcoming release of the Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch later this year with preorders starting soon. Preordering is the best way to secure your Nintendo Switch 2 and avoid long lines on the release day of June 5. Preorders will begin at the stroke of midnight on April 24 (ET) at Walmart.

You can purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 on its own for $449 or opt for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World Bundle for $499. Both options come with free shipping if ordered before 8:00 a.m. local time on June 4. However, Walmart has noted that this offer is available only “while supplies last,” indicating a potential sell-out. To secure your console, click the button below and bookmark this page for future reference.

Keep reading for a detailed overview of what to expect from the Nintendo Switch 2.

Reasons to Preorder the Nintendo Switch 2

Despite not being released yet, we have gathered a wealth of information about the Nintendo Switch 2. While it retains the familiar design of the original Switch, there are significant hardware upgrades, including 4K docked video output, increased storage capacity, dual USB-C ports, and support for microSD express cards. Additionally, the Switch 2 will feature new magnetic Joy-Cons with enhanced functionality.

The Mario Kart World Bundle includes Mario Kart 9, offering classic karting gameplay with new features like seamless track transitions and skateboard-style tricks. The bundle also includes a rewind feature for those tricky jumps.

To ensure you get your hands on the Nintendo Switch 2, preorder now for $449 or the Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World for $499 by clicking the button below.