How to Pre-Order the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK and US

After four years since the release of the OLED version, Nintendo is finally launching the Switch 2. The new console boasts a larger 7.9-inch 1080p LCD screen with HDR and 120Hz refresh rate, 256GB storage, a new GameChat feature, optional webcam, bigger and magnetic Joy-Cons, and more.

The console will be available for sale on 5 June with pre-orders starting officially on 8 April. Given the anticipated high demand, it’s expected to sell out quickly.

Priced starting at £395/$449 (or £429/$499 with Mario Kart World bundled), securing a pre-order early is recommended. We have gathered information on the best places to pre-order the Switch 2 and will be on the lookout for the best deals as they are released.

Where to pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK

Various retailers are already offering pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK. The official Nintendo Store has a system in place to deter scalpers, and invites are being sent out on a first-come, first-served basis.

Amazon UK has an invitation system for both the Switch 2 and the Mario Kart World bundle. Argos, Very, EE, Shopto, Currys, SimplyGames, and Smyths Toys are also offering pre-order options with different incentives.

Nintendo Switch 2 is compatible with original Joy-Cons – with limitations

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Where to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 in the US

For customers in the US, GameStop, Best Buy, and Walmart are among the retailers offering pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2. Each retailer has a notification system in place to alert customers when the device becomes available for purchase.

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Best Nintendo Switch 2 trade-in options

If you’re considering upgrading to the new Nintendo Switch 2, you may want to explore trade-in options for your old device. GameStop, BackMarket, Amazon, and Best Buy are some of the retailers offering trade-in programs for the original Nintendo Switch, with varying offers based on the condition of the device.