Nintendo has released pre-order details for its newly announced Switch 2 console, including how it will reward the most dedicated players with the earliest opportunity to pre-order.
That will be from 8th April, however this will be on an invite-only basis to selected Nintendo Switch Online members, as per details in the Nintendo Store.
This is based on: being an active member for at least two years continuously by 31st March; spending a “certain amount” of time playing purchased games; and opting into receive promotional emails from Nintendo.
Further, sharing usage information with Nintendo will benefit those wanting to pre-order. For players on a family membership of Nintendo Switch Online, only the person who purchased the membership will be eligible.
Eligibility is based on data as of 31st March this year, meaning you can’t now spam extra playtime to boost your chances.
“Over time, the selection criteria thresholds may be lowered and more people could be invited to pre-order a Nintendo Switch 2 console,” reads the small print. “Throughout, we will remain focussed on prioritising the most dedicated Nintendo Switch players (while stocks last).”
Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 digital games, upgrade packs, and amiibo will open on the My Nintendo Store from 24th April.
Switch 2 will be priced at £395.99, or £429.99 in a bundle with Mario Kart World.
Prices for games and accessories are as follows:
- Mario Kart World: £66.99 digital, £74.99 physical
- Donkey Kong Bananza: £58.99 digital, £66.99 physical
- microSD Express card (256GB): £49.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Camera: £49.99
- Nintendo GameCube Controller: £58.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: £74.99
For more on the Switch 2 Direct, check out details on Mario Kart World and a brand new game from FromSoftware.