
The April 2nd Nintendo Direct broadcast exclusively showcased their upcoming console, the Switch 2. It’s set to release globally on June 5th for $449, featuring the 256GB console, two Joy-Con 2 Controllers, a dock, an HDMI cable, and a USB-C power adapter. For those willing to spend $499, there will also be a package that includes both the Switch 2 and a digital code for the game “Mario Kart World”, which is $50 more expensive than the base model. Nintendo announced that interested customers can secure their pre-orders through an email registration process, potentially allowing them to avoid dealing with scalpers when trying to buy the console.