--- title: "Nintendo Switch 2 at GameStop: Pre-Order History, Current Bundles, and How to Buy (2026 Guide)" canonical: "https://usfamilymart.com/nintendo-switch-2-pre-order-at-gamestop-a-comprehensive-guide/" author: "Tom Burg" published: "2026-10-31T20:49:53+00:00" modified: "2026-10-31T20:50:05+00:00" language: "en-US" site: "US Family Mart" description: "Standalone Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders at GameStop are over. The console launched on June 5, 2025, after US pre-orders opened on April 24, 2025. In 2026…" categories: "Baby & Kids" attribution: "US Family Mart (https://usfamilymart.com/)" --- # Nintendo Switch 2 at GameStop: Pre-Order History, Current Bundles, and How to Buy (2026 Guide) Standalone Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders at GameStop are over. The console launched on June 5, 2025, after US pre-orders opened on April 24, 2025. In 2026, the pre-orders worth watching are new bundles and games. Nintendo announced a Mario Kart World bundle for $549.99 and a Switch Sports Resort bundle for $529.99, and the console alone now costs $499.99 after a September 1, 2026 price increase. [Button: Check current Switch 2 availability and prices] ### Key Takeaways - The Switch 2 launched June 5, 2025, so launch pre-orders are closed. - The US price rose from $449.99 to $499.99 on September 1, 2026. - The Mario Kart World bundle is $549.99 and includes a digital game code and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online Individual Membership. - The Switch Sports Resort bundle is $529.99. The game itself launched October 22, 2026. - GameStop listings for the Mario Kart bundle have shown “Currently Unavailable” and a one-per-account purchase limit, so check stock before planning around it. - GameStop trade-in credit varies by offer and date. [Confirm today’s rates on GameStop’s trade-in page.] ### How Switch 2 Pre-Orders Worked at GameStop (Launch History) US pre-orders were originally set for April 9, 2025, but were delayed amid tariff uncertainty and opened April 24, 2025. Most major retailers sold out quickly. GameStop opened online orders at 11 a.m. ET that day, and its stores opened for in-person pre-orders. GameStop said stores would open at 12 a.m. ET on June 5 for pickup. At launch, the console was $449.99, and a Mario Kart World bundle was $499.99. #### The Launch Trade-In Offer For orders placed through April 30, 2025, GameStop offered these credits: - Switch OLED: up to $175 - Switch (V1 or V2): up to $125 - Switch Lite: up to $100 Later coverage listed GameStop’s trade-in credit at up to $104, so the offer has changed over time. [Replace with the current GameStop offer.] ### What You Can Pre-Order Now #### Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle Nintendo announced this bundle at $549.99, a $37.98 saving at the updated console price. It includes a Switch 2, a code for the digital Mario Kart World, and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online Individual Membership. It was scheduled for late September 2026. A GameStop listing for it showed a Fair Play purchase limit and “Currently Unavailable.” [Verify current status on GameStop.com.] #### Nintendo Switch 2 + Switch Sports Resort Bundle This bundle is priced at $529.99 and includes a digital code for the game. It saves roughly $30 compared with buying the console and a $59.99 game separately. [Confirm availability at GameStop.] #### Games and Accessories Pre-orders for upcoming Switch 2 games typically appear on GameStop’s pre-order page. [Add current notable pre-orders and any GameStop pre-order bonuses you verify.] ### How to Pre-Order or Buy at GameStop 1. **Pick your format.** Decide between the console alone or a bundle. 2. **Check GameStop.com.** Search “Nintendo Switch 2” and open the listing. Note the purchase limit and availability. 3. **Choose delivery or pickup.** [Confirm available options on the listing.] 4. **Consider a trade-in.** Trade in an old Switch toward your order if you qualify. 5. **Consider GameStop Pro.** At launch, a $25-per-year Pro membership gave extra trade-in value and discounts. [Verify the current price and perks.] 6. **Place your order and save the confirmation.** [GameStop’s exact pre-order payment, deposit, and cancellation rules weren’t verified. Check GameStop’s pre-order policy page and add the details here.] ### GameStop vs. Other Retailers | Retailer | Notes | | --- | --- | | GameStop | Trade-in credit, GameStop Pro, in-store pickup | | Best Buy | Reported a higher trade-in credit than GameStop at one point | | Walmart, Target | Standard retail pricing | | Amazon | [Add your affiliate listing] | [Compare current trade-in offers and prices before publishing, since they change.] ### Is It Worth Buying at GameStop? **Good fit if you:** - Have an old Switch to trade in - Prefer picking up in a store - Want a bundle with a game included **Consider another retailer if:** - GameStop’s bundle is out of stock or limited - A rival’s trade-in credit or price is better that week ### Frequently Asked Questions #### Can I still pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 at GameStop? Not as a launch pre-order. The console has been on sale since June 5, 2025. You can buy it, subject to stock, or pre-order new bundles and games. #### How much is the Nintendo Switch 2 now? $499.99 in the US since September 1, 2026, up from $449.99. #### What does the Mario Kart World bundle include? A Switch 2, a digital Mario Kart World code, and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online Individual Membership, for $549.99. #### Does GameStop offer trade-ins toward the Switch 2? Yes, it has. Rates have varied from launch’s up to $175 to lower later offers. Check GameStop’s current page. #### Is there a purchase limit? GameStop’s bundle listing has shown a one-per-account limit. #### Is GameStop Pro worth it? It depends on how often you trade in or shop there. [Verify the current price and benefits.] ### Final Verdict If you want a Switch 2 now, the practical choices are the $499.99 console or a bundle. The bundles save about $30 to $38. GameStop makes the most sense if you have a Switch to trade in. Check stock and the current trade-in offer before you commit.