I don’t see this flopping. I don’t think it’ll be more successful than Switch 1, but every kid who loved switch 1 is now 8 years older. I think sales are going to be huge. I don’t disagree about prices of games being a concerning precedent, but honestly with silver, gold, deluxe editions and every game having battle passes we are already in a market with games costing more than $60-70. And most of those are incomplete garbage. At least with Nintendo you can expect a quality product for the most part (pokemon not included).

He’s probably looking forward to open world hangouts with friends. I’m looking forward to that also.

Prices for Canada:

https://www.nintendo.com/en-ca/whatsnew/nintendo-maintains-nintendo-switch-2-pricing-retail-pre-orders-to-begin-april-24-in-canada/

Retail pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 will begin in Canada on April 24, 2025. Pricing for Nintendo Switch 2 in Canada will remain at $629.99 for the standalone model, and $699.99 for the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle.

We apologize for the retail pre-order delay. We thank our customers for their patience, and we share their excitement to experience Nintendo Switch 2 starting June 5, 2025.

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price - As of April 18, 2025

Nintendo Switch 2 - $629.99

Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle - $699.99

Mario Kart World - $109.99

Donkey Kong Bananza - $99.99

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller - $109.99

Joy-Con 2 Pair - $124.99

Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip - $49.99

Joy-Con 2 Strap - $19.99

Joy-Con 2 Wheel Set - $29.99

Nintendo Switch 2 Camera - $69.99

Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Set - $154.99

Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case & Screen Protector - $49.99

Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case - $109.99

Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter - $39.99

Samsung microSD Express Card – 256GB for Nintendo Switch™ 2 - $84.99