GameStop to Unveil Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders at 11 AM ET

GameStop provides another opportunity for eager fans to secure their Nintendo Switch 2.

While most retailers went live with their preorders at midnight Eastern Time on April 24th, GameStop is taking a unique approach. They are beginning in-store preorders as soon as their locations open today, with online preorders commencing at 11 AM ET.

This guide will help you navigate the process of preordering both the standalone Nintendo Switch 2 and the Mario Kart World bundle from GameStop. This ensures you have everything necessary to be among the first to experience the Switch 2 when it hits the shelves on June 5th.

What's Included with the Switch 2

In the package of the standalone Switch 2, you'll find a set of Joy-Con 2 controllers. These attach magnetically to the console and incorporate a new C-button, designed to streamline access to Nintendo’s innovative GameChat feature. The kit also includes a revamped dock, a base Joy-Con grip, Joy-Con wrist straps, a power adapter, a USB-C charging cable, and an HDMI link.

Purchasing Options at GameStop

For those aiming to secure just the console, GameStop offers the standalone Switch 2 preorder at $449.99. Orders can be made online from 11 AM ET / 8 AM PT today, April 24th. Additionally, in-store preorders are possible once your local GameStop outlet opens.

If you're thrilled about the new Mario Kart title, consider opting for Nintendo’s special release of the Switch 2 bundle. Priced at $499.99, online sales of the Mario Kart World package will also begin today, with in-store preorders following upon store openings.

This bundle provides an economic benefit, reducing the cost of Mario Kart World by $30 from its standalone price of $79.99. The offer is available until fall 2025 or until stock is depleted. Apart from the game and the console, you’ll receive similarly standard accessories: Joy-Con 2 controllers, a docking station, and the needed HDMI cable.