Amazon UK has now opened preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 to everyone, moving away from its previous invite-only system. This means you can secure your console today, with the added benefit that Amazon won’t charge you until your Switch 2 ships, offering a low-risk way to guarantee your purchase. While some users initially received a June 7th delivery estimate, Amazon support has since clarified this was an error, reaffirming the current plan for launch day delivery on June 5th.
In contrast to the US, where preorders have faced delays due to tariff concerns, UK preorders are proceeding smoothly without any reported price increases or delays. Interestingly, some US users have managed to preorder the Switch 2 from the UK, using international shipping. While results may vary, it's an option worth considering. For the latest updates on new drops, bundles, and restocks, follow @IGNUKDeals on Twitter/X or Bluesky.
Argos has restocked Switch 2 preorders in the UK today, April 8, including not only the console but also games and accessories. If you missed out previously, now is your chance to secure one without any hassle.
Nintendo's official UK preorders also kicked off today, with retailers like EE, GAME, and Smyths experiencing rapid sell-outs. Unfortunately, this has led to scalpers appearing on eBay with inflated prices. Currently, Amazon and Argos seem to be the most reliable options for securing a Switch 2 in the UK.
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In IGN's Nintendo Switch 2 preview, Logan Plant noted, "Switch 2 is a more premium product and the price tag reflects that. It’s also a better version of a great thing, and it’s trying to pull off a bunch of cool new tricks at the same time, like mouse controls. We’re both buying Switch 2 on day one, and I did really love our hands-on time with the console. But I’ll be honest and say I have some concerns about if the general public is willing to adopt a $450 Nintendo console with an $80 Mario Kart."
"It’s a big ask for a company that traditionally targets families and younger players, and I feel like the high cost of entry limits the Switch 2’s potential to take off in the way its predecessor did. But for those of you that do decide to take the plunge, you’ll be getting what’s shaping up to be a great hybrid console that makes a ton of worthwhile improvements on the original Switch and adds some fun bells and whistles for good measure."
One of the best features of the new console is the exclusive online library, including GameCube games, available only to Nintendo Switch 2 owners. To make the membership more affordable, UK retailer ShopTo is currently offering a 35% discount on NSO Expansion Pack memberships, with an extra 5% off when you use the code SPRING at checkout. As you place your Nintendo Switch 2 preorders, this is a fantastic deal to consider.
While some Nintendo Classics catalogues are accessible with the base online subscription, you'll need the Expansion Pack to play GameCube titles on the Nintendo Switch 2. Note that while you can subscribe to a monthly model for just Nintendo Switch Online, the Expansion Pack is only available on the 12-month plan. If you're the only Nintendo Switch player in your household, you can purchase the individual Online + Expansion Pack plan for £24.55 or the Family Membership for £43.55 using the promo code SPRING.
In a surprising move, Nintendo has delayed the start of Switch 2 preorders in the United States, just days before they were set to go live. The decision comes in response to ongoing tariff concerns and what the company described as "evolving market conditions"—a direct reference to the revived threat of Trump-era import duties on electronics.
Preorders were originally scheduled to begin on April 9 in the US, but Nintendo has now put them on hold indefinitely. While no new date has been provided, the company has reassured fans that the Switch 2’s global release date—June 5, 2025—remains unchanged.
The official statement Nintendo shared with IGN: "Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start April 9, 2025 in order to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. Nintendo will update timing at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025 is unchanged."
For now, the preorder freeze applies exclusively to the US market. UK preorders remain on track, with no changes to pricing or availability. In fact, retailers like Amazon UK are actively sending out preorder invitations, all the while launch-day stock is already starting to dry up across major outlets.
Nintendo had announced that the Switch 2 is priced at $449.99 USD, while the Mario Kart World bundle—which includes the full game—is set at $499.99 USD. Mario Kart World will also be sold separately for $79.99 USD.
If you're hesitant to pay upfront, Amazon remains your best option in the UK. While other retailers like Argos require immediate payment, Amazon won’t charge until dispatch, making it a safer choice if you're budgeting ahead of June. The invites seem to operate via a ballot system where invitees are selected at random.
For preorders at the Nintendo Store, access is limited to long-time Nintendo Switch Online subscribers with high playtimes and shared usage data. In contrast, Amazon’s invite system is far more accessible, operating on a simple ballot where anyone has a fair shot—regardless of play history or membership status. Currys and Smyths are also expected to offer more preorder opportunities later through email alerts and queue systems, similar to their successful PS5 launch approach.
With Currys and Smyths, it looks like they will send out an email when preorders open, followed by a queued ordering system. This method, used by Currys for PS5 preorders, prevented site crashes. This might mean a longer wait from these alternative retailers, but it's less frustrating if you don't meet the strict requirements to order directly from Nintendo.
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