How Much Does Nintendo Switch 2 Cost?

The Nintendo Switch 2 is here, and with fluctuating markets and changing budgets, there's a lot of confusion and information going around on pricing for the new system — which will be the place to play all of the latest and greatest Nintendo games.

With the Switch 1 still hanging around, and constantly shifting market conditions, we want to lay out the facts as we know them.

In this guide, we break down the Nintendo Switch 2 cost and Switch 2 software prices.

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How much is a Nintendo Switch 2?

Currently, the Switch 2 console comes in at $449.99 / £395.99 / €469,99. That's a bit more expensive than the Switch, particularly in certain European countries.

However, that will be changing soon, as Nintendo announced pricing increases worldwide for its latest console in its Q4 2025/26 Financial Report. This will come into effect on 1st September 2026 everywhere, except for Japan, where the price increase will come on 26th May 2026.

We've listed a number of countries along with the price of the standard console below (no bundle prices), including any confirmed changes coming.

How much are Switch 2 games?

Like with the Switch 1, and with other consoles, Switch 2 game prices will vary depending on the developer, publisher, and format.

Expect Nintendo's first-party offerings to be higher than the majority of games. Mario Kart World is leading the way here, priced at $79.99 / £74.99 / €89.99 for a physical copy, which is a premium price. But Nintendo is pricing titles on a case-by-case basis. Donkey Kong Bananza, for instance, is $69.99 / £66.99 for a physical copy.

However, starting with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Nintendo will be pricing its first-party digital and physical releases differently. With Yoshi, the physical release is $69.99 / £58.99, while digitally, it will cost $59.99 / £49.99. So digital seems to be cheaper going forward.

Of course, there are plenty of indie titles, HD remasters, and other third-party games will be coming in at lower prices. There are digital-only games and Game-Key Card releases too.

Lastly, some Nintendo Switch games will be getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, which you can either purchase physically or, if you already own the game on Switch 1, download an upgrade pack for around $10.00 for Breath of the Wild, for example, while Mario Wonder's upgrade pack is $19.99.

Switch 2 Price FAQ

Here are a selection of common Nintendo Switch 2 price questions that people also ask:

How does Switch 2's price compare to Switch 1?

It's a fair bit more. That's not entirely unexpected given that the Switch 2 is a more powerful and bigger system than the Switch, but the price difference is noticeable.

The standard Switch model currently costs $339.99 / £259.99 / €299,99. For comparisons to the OLED and Lite models, make sure you read our full guide on Switch 1 prices.

Will the Switch 2 go up in price because of tariffs?

Unfortunately, Switch 2 prices will be increasing.

While tariffs haven't specifically been mentioned, Nintendo has stated that the price of the console will be going up on 1st September 2026 due to "changes in market conditions" and the "global business outlook".

From September, the price of a new Switch 2 will be $499.99 USD, or your regional equivalent. Check the table up top to see how much the console will cost in your region. Some countries, such as the UK, will be announcing the new price at a later date.

Accessory prices already increased prior to the console's release, and in Canada and the US (and soon to be Japan), Nintendo has opted to increase the price of the Switch 1 models "based on market conditions".

Has the original Switch gone down in price now the Switch 2 is out?

Sorry to break it to you, but nope, at least not from what we've seen.

Nintendo didn't drop the price of the Wii U when the Switch launched, so it's not that surprising, but there's still time...

In fact, the opposite is happening in Canada, where the Switch 1 has received a price increase. The same will be happening with the Switch 1 in Japan too, where all three SKUs will be going up in price on 26th May 2026.

Is Switch 2 cheaper in other countries?

In some cases, yes, the Switch 2 is a little bit cheaper in other countries. But that of course doesn't factor in shipping, travel costs, or regional price fluctuations.

For example, at the moment, you can get a Nintendo Switch 2 in Australia for $699.95 AUD; that's roughly $445.39 USD, meaning the console is about $5 USD cheaper. It's not a huge saving, but it adds up. This is going by current prices.

However, in Nordic countries, some fans considered travelling to other European countries back when the console launched as the price is lower.

Is the original Nintendo Switch being discontinued?

Not for now at least. Nintendo has said that it plans to continue support for the original Switch, which makes sense given the absolutely huge install base.

The console has sold over 155 million units (as of March 2026) and it continues to sell, even as we approach a new era of Nintendo.

Is it worth buying an original Switch instead?

It totally depends! While you won't be able to play Mario Kart World or Donkey Kong Bananza, you'll still have access to tons of excellent games on the Switch 1.

The Switch 2 is backwards compatible with almost all Switch 1 games — you can find a complete list of games with compatibility issues in our Backwards Compatible guide — but the older console is a big cheaper. Of course, Nintendo won't be supporting the older Switch forever, so there's that to consider.

Hopefully, this guide has been helpful. If you're after more Nintendo Switch 2 advice, check out our Switch 2 guides for more useful info.