How much does Nintendo Switch 2 cost?

The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been revealed after its console debuted during a direct on April 2. Boasting stronger specs than the original Switch, the console handheld hybrid can run games at up to 120 FPS in handheld mode and 4K resolution with HDR while docked, and it also has better audio, ventilation, new and improved controls, and a lot more. Here's everything there is to know about the new console's pricing in different regions around the world. Nintendo Switch 2 console price The Nintendo Switch 2 will be priced at $449 USD when it launches on June 5, and 49,980 yen in Japan. It will be 395.99 Euros in the UK. The Mario Kart World bundle is a bit higher in all regions, such as $499 in the US. It seems as though Switch 2 games may be pricier than normal, too, as Nintendo has confirmed that Mario Kart World will be sold digitally for $80 USD ($90 for physical games), potentially setting an unfortunate precedent for games prices moving forward. In summary, here are all the prices we know so far: US Nintendo Switch 2: $449 Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Ultimate bundle: $499 Europe Nintendo Switch 2: €395.99 Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Ultimate bundle: €429.99 Japan Nintendo Switch 2: 49,980 yen Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Ultimate bundle: 69,980 yen The Switch 2 will also be launching in Australia and Asia when it comes out on June 5, 2025. The post How much does Nintendo Switch 2 cost? appeared first on Destructoid.

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How much does Nintendo Switch 2 cost?

Nintendo Switch 2 launch

The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been revealed after its console debuted during a direct on April 2.

Boasting stronger specs than the original Switch, the console handheld hybrid can run games at up to 120 FPS in handheld mode and 4K resolution with HDR while docked, and it also has better audio, ventilation, new and improved controls, and a lot more.

Here's everything there is to know about the new console's pricing in different regions around the world.

Nintendo Switch 2 console price

The Nintendo Switch 2 will be priced at $449 USD when it launches on June 5, and 49,980 yen in Japan. It will be 395.99 Euros in the UK. The Mario Kart World bundle is a bit higher in all regions, such as $499 in the US.

It seems as though Switch 2 games may be pricier than normal, too, as Nintendo has confirmed that Mario Kart World will be sold digitally for $80 USD ($90 for physical games), potentially setting an unfortunate precedent for games prices moving forward.

In summary, here are all the prices we know so far:

  • US
    • Nintendo Switch 2: $449
    • Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Ultimate bundle: $499
  • Europe
    • Nintendo Switch 2: €395.99
    • Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Ultimate bundle: €429.99
  • Japan
    • Nintendo Switch 2: 49,980 yen
    • Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Ultimate bundle: 69,980 yen

The Switch 2 will also be launching in Australia and Asia when it comes out on June 5, 2025.

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