Don’t miss out on the hottest video game console releases of 2025!
Finally, after months and years of waiting, the Nintendo Switch 2 has officially been released and is available today!
The New Nintendo Switch 2 is the predecessor to the original Nintendo Switch, released nearly eight years ago.
The launch comes after the console’s first pre-orders were delayed in April 2025 due to President Donald Trump’s tariff policy announcement. Nevertheless, the official release date for Switch 2 Thursday, June 5th (Today) remains the same at a price of $449.99.
However, you can act quickly as Switch 2 is expected to sell out quickly due to large amounts of pre-orders and low retail inventory. And after how quickly pre-orders sell out, we believe in predictions.
Luckily, we are here to help you protect the console so you can prime and prepare!
Here’s how to protect your Nintendo Switch 2 today:
What’s the difference with the Nintendo Switch 2?
The Nintendo Switch 2 is a major upgrade on the original Nintendo Switch for a variety of reasons. The Switch 2 has a large 1080p screen, and can be connected to a TV and played at a resolution of up to 4K.
Joy-Con 2 Controller Snap into place using a magnetic connector on the console. Apart from that, these controllers can be used as mouse in certain games.
Perhaps the biggest difference is that you can share the screen with your friends while you play. Easily click the C button to do that and video chat with the Switch 2 camera.
The new adjustable stand is also an additional element of Switch 2 with 150 degree adjustability. Many original Switch games can be played on Switch 2, both physically and digitally.
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Where else can I buy the Nintendo Switch 2?
The new Nintendo Switch 2 is also available at the following retailers:
- stockx: online Thursday, June 5th
- Sam’s Club: online Thursday, June 5th
- GameStop: online Thursday, June 5th
- target: Inside the store Thursday, June 5th online Friday, June 6th
How much does it cost to switch to the new Nintendo?
The Nintendo Switch 2 is currently selling for $449 at major retailers like Walmart.

