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The cheapest places to buy a Nintendo Switch 2
Lars is a bloodhound when it comes to sniffing out bargains, including on major sales events such as Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. He is also handy at unravelling tech jargon and anything related to gaming.
The new Switch 2 console features a much-needed hardware update, a redesign, and a new – albeit pricey – Mario Kart. Here's where to find the best price on this coveted piece of kit.
It's baffling to think that Nintendo's latest console launched more than nine years ago in March 2017. Even the 2021 Switch OLED still used a lot of the same, somewhat outdated, hardware.
Luckily its successor, the (not-so-creatively-named) Nintendo Switch 2 is on UK shelves after a dire stock situation last summer. It has a flashy redesign with a larger screen, 4K output support, and a new NVIDIA processor.
It's been out for almost a year now, launching with a price tag of £395.99, but we've seen a handful of deals since then.
Looking to get an older Switch? Save money on consoles and games with our best Nintendo Switch deals.
How much is a Nintendo Switch 2?
The Switch 2 will set you back £395.99, or you can get it bundled with extras such as games or the camera for extra.
This is a bit more than our predicted price of £335. The Switch OLED launched with an RRP of £309, so we're seeing a pretty steep price increase of £87 compared to the last console.
Thinking about getting a PS5 instead? You can sometimes pick one up for cheaper than a Switch 2, especially if you keep up with our guide on the best PS5 deals.
Special edition Nintendo Switch 2: what we know so far
There are a few rumours circulating about Nintendo releasing special edition Nintendo Switch 2 consoles with some games.
We haven't heard anything official from Nintendo yet, but we'll be keeping this page updated in case some do become available.
It's worth noting that any special edition console will have the same hardware as a regular Switch 2, it'll just have some extra decorations or different colours compared to the 'stock' version.
Where can I buy a Switch 2?
* References to ‘Average price' and 'Cheapest price' are based on Which? market knowledge and information supplied by our partners. Average price is checked for the six calendar months prior to publication. Not all retailers are included in our checks.
Initially we saw stock sell out across most retailers, but now that some time has passed the situation is looking much better.
The cheapest place to buy a Nintendo Switch 2
*Average price in the last six months: £414. | Cheapest price in past six months: £380
You can keep an eye on the best prices below:
If you're looking for other retailers, you can also check out:
- Argos – Switch 2 and bundles available
- EE Store – Switch 2 available, bundles too
- John Lewis – Switch 2 available
- Nintendo – If you have a Nintendo account, you can log in and buy
- ShopTo – consoles and bundles available
Should I buy a Switch 2 bundle?
We've taken a look at many of the 'deals' that retailers are offering on the Switch 2. Sadly many of them just aren't worth it unless you're going to use all of the included accessories and games.
The best value-for-money on a Switch 2 is when you pick up the console and Mario Kart World bundle, which typically costs £429.99.
*Average price in the last six months: £425. | Cheapest price in past six months: £399
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What games are available on the Switch 2?
Expect to see the usual suspects: Mario games, the Legend of Zelda, Pokémon and releases for many Nintendo franchises. This hardware refresh likely means there will be more graphically demanding games available on the Switch 2.
Right now, the hot topic is Mario Kart World, which has larger, 'more open' courses and 24-players able to race at the same time. When it was announced, we were very excited to hear all this – until we saw the price tag. It will set you back an eye-watering £75, which is quite pricey for a new game.
More Switch 2 games are starting to get released, and we've even started to see deals on some – if you're looking for the best deals, you can check the game bargains section on the best Nintendo Switch deals.
Looking for more gaming performance? A PlayStation 5 might be a better choice for you. Read our guide on how to buy a PlayStation to find out what to know before buying.
Will I be able to play my old Switch games on the Switch 2?
Backwards compatibility — when a game console can play previous-generation games on the most recent console — is a staple of most modern games consoles.
Luckily, you will be able to play your games from the Switch 1. You won't need to keep your extra console lying around for when you finally wrap up Tears of the Kingdom.
While we were initially worried about the backwards compatibility of games like Ring Fit Adventure or Nintendo's Labo line of accessories, it appears you can still play these on the Switch 2.
There are some caveats, of course, but since you can connect old Switch 1 Joy-Cons to the Switch 2, you'll be able to still play these games. That said, not all Nintendo Labo accessories will work in the same way as with the old Switch.
Right now, the only Nintendo-exclusive that won't work on the Switch 2 is the Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit, because the Switch 2's larger screen won't fit in the accessory. There are a quite a few third-party games with compatibility issues though, and we'd recommend looking at the full list from Nintendo's website.
A Nintendo Switch 2 would make an excellent gift, but why not check out our other expert recommendations? Read our guide on the best tech gifts.
What kind of specs does the Nintendo Switch 2 have?
The biggest upgrades are an increased screen size of 7.9 inches, a step-up in resolution from 720p to 1080p full HD, increased storage of 256GB, an additional USB-C port, and there will be 4K 60Hz support for monitors and TVs – which was something on our feature wish list when Switch 2 rumours were circulating.
It weighs a bit more than the Switch 1 (401g vs. 320g of the Switch OLED), but that's to be expected with a larger handheld.
One noticeable feature missing from the Switch 2 is an OLED screen. For now, Nintendo is sticking with an LCD screen with HDR support. Whether or not Nintendo will launch an OLED version of the Switch 2 is still yet to be determined.
Take a look at our picks for the best 4K gaming TVs to get the most out of your console.
Will the old Switch get a price drop?
We've seen some ups and downs, but now it's probably worth buying the new console instead. Check out our breakdown of the best Nintendo Switch deals to save money on games and consoles.
If you'd prefer an OLED screen and don't mind older games, you can compare prices on a Switch OLED below:
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