The Nintendo Switch 2 preorders at GameStop are expected to be open at 11AM

Preordering a Nintendo Switch 2 with a Joy-Con 2-Controller, Wheels and Screen Protectors: A Case Study

Sadly, President Trump’s on-again, off-again tariff policy has resulted in slight price bumps on several Switch 2 accessories — including the aforementioned Pro 2 Controller. There’s no telling whether we can expect more price hikes down the line, either, meaning if you do manage to preorder a Switch 2 and want to pick up a second controller or another accessory to go with it, now might be the time to act.

The standalone Switch 2 comes with a pair of Joy-Con 2 controllers, which magnetically attach to the console, and feature a new “C-button” — a shortcut to Nintendo’s new in-game chat feature, GameChat. Inside the box, you’ll also find a redesigned dock, a basic Joy-Con grip, Joy-Con wrist straps, an AC adapter, a USB-C charging capable, and an HDMI cable.

If you plan on picking up the new Mario Kart World, the Joy-Con 2 Wheels are worth a look. The Joy-Con 2 controllers will connect into the steering wheel accessories and you’re all set. Preorder the two-wheel set from Walmart, Best Buy, and Target for $24.88.

If you want to be safe with the Nintendo Switch 2, it is a good idea to invest in a carrying case. Nintendo is likely to be one of the few publishers who will have a proprietary offering available at launch.

Pre-ordering the bundle at either Target or Best Buy will get you the console only carrying case, screen protectors and cleaning cloth.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera Bundle: Online Preorders for Mario Kart World and Other Superconductor Bundles at GameStop

Supposedly, you can video chat with friends via GameChat using any compatible USB-C camera, but Nintendo offers its own solution in the form of the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera. The 1080p camera is designed to sit on a stand, allowing you to display your face as a picture-in-picture overlay or as a dedicated video feed. Some titles give you the chance to see your friends on screen while you play. Some mini-games even incorporate the camera into the game experience itself.

The camera features an adjustable wide-angle lens, designed to capture groups of people in a single shot, as well as a “high-sensitivity image sensor” that automatically adjusts brightness levels. It has a built-in privacy shutter, as well as support for TV, handheld modes, as well as a charging cable.

If you just want the standalone console, you’ll be able to preorder the Switch 2 for $449.99 at GameStop when online preorders open today, April 24th, at 11AM ET / 8AM PT. When a local store opens you can place a pre-ordering in-store.

The Nintendo limited release Switch 2 bundle is a good choice for those who were interested in the new Mario Kart game. Like the standard console, GameStop will open online preorders for the $499.99 Mario Kart World bundle today, April 24th, at 11AM ET / 8AM PT, with in-store availability starting when locations open today. Mario Kart World is available for $799.99 on its own, but the bundle will save you $30 if you pick it up while supplies last. In addition to Mario Kart World and a Switch 2, the bundle includes all the accessories that come with the standard configuration, such as Joy-Con 2 controllers, a dock, and the required HDMI cable.