Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Are Now Live — Here’s Everything You Need to Know By Anthony Hoagie Cicali  It’s official: the Nintendo Switch 2 is here , and pre-orders are now live in the U.S. and U.K. If you’ve been holding out for the next-gen Nintendo experience, the time to hit that A button is now. This launch has been one of the most anticipated in recent memory, and like a surprise encounter with a Shiny Pokémon, demand is high and stock is going fast. Whether you're in it for the upgraded visuals, the new Joy-Cons, or that sweet Mario Kart bundle, we’ve got all the details — including where to buy, what’s new, and how it stacks up. 💸 How Much Does the Nintendo Switch 2 Cost? The standard Switch 2 console is priced at $449 , and the Mario Kart World Bundle comes in at $499. The bundle includes the console, a digital copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe , and a custom-themed dock and Joy-Cons. For many fans, that’s worth the extra coins. While some have balked at the pr...