Nintendo holds steady on Nintendo Switch 2 pricing, with retail pre-orders starting on April 24 in the United States.
Nintendo Switch 2 Accessory Prices Adjusted Amid Market Changes
In a recently announced update, the prices of accessories for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 have been revised due to changes in market conditions, effective from April 18, 2025. These adjustments include tariffs affecting manufacturing and import costs.
The Joy-Con 2 Pair, a crucial accessory for the console, now costs $94.99. The Joy-Con 2 Wheel Set, priced at $24.99, and the AC Adapter, now $34.99, are among the key items affected by these price adjustments.
Other accessories, such as the Pro Controller, priced at $84.99, and the Camera, available for $54.99, have also seen price increases. The Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Set is now $119.99, and the Carrying Case & Screen Protector costs $39.99.
Interestingly, the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle will be launched at $499.99. The physical version of Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza will retain their launch prices, priced at $79.99 and $69.99 respectively.
It's worth noting that the retail pre-order for the Nintendo Switch 2 has been delayed, and it will begin on April 24, 2025. The console is expected to launch on June 5, 2025.
In addition to these price adjustments, it's possible that other changes may occur to any Nintendo product in the future due to market conditions. For instance, the Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip costs $39.99, and the Joy-Con 2 Strap is priced at $13.99.
For storage solutions, Nintendo Switch 2 requires new microSD Express storage cards due to compatibility. These cards may have premium pricing, with a 256GB Samsung microSD Express Card priced at $59.99.
The official Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case is available but no specific price has been given; it is typically sold at major retailers.
These price adjustments were confirmed in mid-2025 alongside the Switch 2’s $449 console price, which remained stable despite tariff pressures[1][2][4]. Prices may vary slightly by retailer (Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop, Target). The original Switch accessories also saw price changes in certain regions like Canada based on market conditions but are separate from Switch 2 accessory pricing[2].
[1] Nintendo Switch 2 Accessory Price Adjustments Announced
[2] Market Conditions Impact Nintendo Switch 2 Accessory Prices
[4] Tariffs Affect Nintendo Switch 2 Accessory Prices
- The Nintendo Switch 2 Marco Kart World bundle will be launched at $499.99, while the physical versions of Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza will retain their launch prices at $79.99 and $69.99 respectively.
- The Joy-Con 2 Pair, a crucial accessory for the Nintendo Switch 2, now costs $94.99, with other key items like the Joy-Con 2 Wheel Set and AC Adapter also seeing price increases.
- The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to launch on June 5, 2025, following a retail pre-order delay to April 24, 2025.
- Aside from accessories, the Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case is available but its price has not been given; it is typically sold at major retailers.
- For smart-home devices and gadgets, Nintendo Switch 2 requires new microSD Express storage cards due to compatibility, and these cards may have premium pricing, with a 256GB Samsung microSD Express Card priced at $59.99.
