Nintendo Switch 2 UK release date, confirmed price and how to pre-order
Here's where and when you can buy the Nintendo Switch 2.
Wa-hoo! The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been announced, and it's everything we could have hoped for.
Following years of speculation, and a mammoth Nintendo Switch 2 Direct live stream, it has been confirmed the new console will drop in the UK on 5th June 2025, with pre-orders starting this month.
The Switch 2 boasts a larger 7.9-inch LCD touchscreen, complete with 4K Ultra HD graphics and 256GB of storage. Like its predecessor, the Switch 2 will be available to play on a singular device or plugged into the TV, and will now support accessories like a camera and a superior MicroSD Express Cards.
Alongside the device, a host of new games were also announced, including the return of fan favourites such as Kirby, Zelda, Elden Ring and, of course, Mario Kart.
The pricing and availability of the Switch 2 has all now been confirmed, so here's everything you need to know.
Make sure you also take a look at the Nintendo Switch 2 games list and Nintendo Switch 2 vs Nintendo Switch.
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- Nintendo Switch 2 UK release date
- Nintendo Switch 2 UK price
- Where can I buy the Nintendo Switch 2?
- How to pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK
Nintendo Switch 2 UK release date
The Nintendo Switch 2 will be available for pre-order from 8th April 2025, before being officially released on 5th June.
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order details
Initial pre-orders will be offered on an invite-only basis to select members of Nintendo Switch Online. This is for those who have had a membership for two years or more, have spent a certain amount of time playing paid Nintendo Switch games, or have opted to receive promotional messages from Nintendo.
Over time, the thresholds for pre-orders will be lowered and made available to everyone.
Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 digital games, upgrade packs and amiibo will open on My Nintendo Store from 24th April.
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Nintendo Switch 2 UK price: How much does the new console cost?
The Nintendo Switch 2 will cost £395.99 on its own and £429.99 for a bundle that includes the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart.
Where can I buy the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK?
To start the Nintendo Switch 2 will be available mainly through the official Nintendo Switch store.
However, several other UK retailers have also launched landing pages for the Switch 2 and are currently allowing customers to sign up and register their interest. They are:
How to pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK
Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open on 8th April, but at first you will need to wait and see if you receive an invite to buy the console.
If you have been a Nintendo Switch Online member for more than two years, have spent a certain amount of time playing paid Nintendo Switch games, or have opted to receive promotional messages from Nintendo, you'll be first in line for this.
It's unclear when the thresholds for this will be lowered to the general public, but we'll be sure to keep you updated. You can find out more about this on the official Nintendo Store.
Make sure you also check out our page on the best Nintendo Switch offers and best laptop deals.
