The Nintendo Switch 2 is being released during the summer of 2025 and here we have a guide on when it will be released, how much it will cost and how you can buy it in the United Kingdom.
Following years of speculation, Nintendo confirmed there would be a second Switch console back in January.
Then in April, more than a million people watched a stream from Nintendo which provided further details of the hardware.
It confirmed it would be accompanied by Mario Kart World, a new edition of Nintendo’s most iconic game. While a host of other titles including Elden Ring and Street Fighter 6 were confirmed.
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa described the new console as “a leap forward”, following the original switch which was released in March 2017.
Nintendo Switch 2 UK release date
The Nintendo Switch 2 will officially launch in the UK on June 5, 2025, as confirmed during the Nintendo Direct presentation.
This global release date aligns with markets like the US and Canada, ensuring UK fans can dive into the new console simultaneously
Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser explained the summer release in an interview with NPR.
“It’s the start of summer season, and obviously, with a Nintendo Switch 2, you have a device that can both play at home docked like a gaming console, or you can take it out of the dock and take it on the go,” he explained.
“It’s a perfect game [console] for summer travel,” he added.
Nintendo Switch 2: How much will it cost?
The Nintendo Switch 2 is priced at £395.99 for the standalone console in the UK, a leap from the original Switch’s launch price which was £279.99.
A bundle including a digital copy of Mario Kart World is available for £429.99. This offers savings compared to buying the game separately which retails at £74.99 for the physical version or £66.99 digitally.
The switch will come with the Joy-Con 2 controllers, Nintendo Switch 2 dock, Joy-Con grip, HDMI cable, USB-C charging cable and AC adapter.
There will be costs for any additional accessories though, such as the Switch 2 Camera (£55) and Pro Controller (£85).
How to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK
For those wondering how to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK, pre-orders began on April 8, 2025. However, stock has been scarce, with major retailers like Amazon, Argos, Very, and GAME selling out within minutes.
As of April 30, 2025, most online pre-order pages list the console as “out of stock,” though Amazon has been releasing small waves of stock sporadically
The My Nintendo Store offers pre-orders on an invite-only basis, prioritising long-time Nintendo Switch Online members (over two years), those with significant playtime on paid games, or subscribers to promotional messages.
Invites are sent out starting May 8, but some may not receive them until after launch. Currys is currently accepting pre-orders in-store only, while John Lewis and ShopTo have seen sporadic restocks.
To maximise your chances, some retail websites provide an option where they will notify you when the Nintendo Switch 2 is back in stock.
You can also monitor stock trackers like @IGNUKDeals on X who are providing updates on Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders.
What is new with the Switch 2?
The Nintendo Switch 2 introduces significant upgrades over its predecessor while retaining the hybrid handheld-and-docked design.
Below is a list of new or upgraded features on the second Switch.
- Larger 7.9-inch LCD Display: Up from 6.2 inches, with 1080p resolution, 120Hz variable refresh rate, and HDR support.
- 4K Docked Output: Supports up to 4K resolution at 120fps on compatible TVs, powered by a custom Nvidia graphics chip.
- Magnetically Attached Joy-Con 2 Controllers: Replaces the rail system, with a new “C” button for GameChat.
- GameChat Feature: Free voice and video chat until March 2026 (requires Switch Online membership thereafter).
- Virtual Game Cards: Allows local sharing of digital games between Switch 2 consoles.
- Improved Dock Design: Includes a cooling fan, dual USB-C ports, and one USB-A port
- Built-in Noise-Cancelling Microphone: For voice chat and in-game features.
- Upgraded Speakers: Deliver enhanced audio quality.
- Dual USB-C Ports on Console: For charging and accessory connectivity (e.g., Switch 2 Camera at £55).
- Backwards Compatibility: Supports most original Switch games, with some titles offering “Switch 2 Edition” upgrades.
- Slimmer Bezels and Thicker Design: Modernised look with improved durability.
What games will be available?
The Nintendo Switch 2 launches alongside the new Mario Kart World game on June 5, 2025.
Other games released on launch day include The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Cyberpunk 2077, and Street Fighter 6.
Other games will be released in the months after the release of the switch. This includes Donkey Kong Bananza (July 17), and Super Mario Party Jamboree Switch 2 edition(July 24). Other games such as ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition are set for this year but don’t have an official release date.
GameCube classics like The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker and F-Zero GX will be available via the Switch Online + Expansion Pack, with higher resolutions and new controller options.
For more information visit the Nintendo website.
