If you've successfully navigated the preorder frenzy for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the US, congratulations! You're now on the hunt for the best games to dive into on launch day. To make your search easier, we've compiled a comprehensive list of all the Switch 2 games available for preorder, complete with direct links to the retailers where you can secure your copies.
Donkey Kong Bananza
$69.99 at Target
Mario Kart World
$79.99 at Target
Kirby and The Forgotten Land + Star Crossed World
$79.99 at Target
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
$79.99 at Target
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
$69.99 at Target
Street Fighter 6 Year 1-2 Fighters Edition
$59.99 at Target
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
$69.99 at Target
Sonic X Shadow Generations (Game Key)
$49.99 at Amazon
Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut (Game Key)
$49.99 at Amazon
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster (Game Key)
$39.99 at Target
Super Mario Party Jamboree
$79.99 at Target
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
$69.99 at Target
Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S (Game Key)
$39.99 at Amazon
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion
$69.99 at Target
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar
$59.99 at Target
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion Limited Edition
$99.99 at Target
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar Premium
$79.99 at Target
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army (Game Key)
$49.99 at Amazon
No Sleep For Kaname Date - From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES Aiba Edition
$49.99 at Walmart
More retailers are expected to go live or restock Switch 2 preorders in the run-up to launch. For the latest updates, follow @IGNDeals on Twitter/X or Bluesky, and bookmark our Switch 2 preorder guide.
The Switch 2 is already building up an impressive library of upcoming games, featuring a mix of new exclusives and upgraded re-releases. Leading the charge are heavyweights like Donkey Kong Bananza ($69.99) and Mario Kart World ($79.99), both available for preorder now, along with enhanced versions of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, optimized for the new hardware. There's also a new version of Mario Party Jamboree and Kirby and the Forgotten Land up for preorder, alongside new third-party titles such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Sonic X Shadow Generations.
Where To Preorder Switch 2 Games
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PSA: Don’t expect everything to drop on day one, June 5. Some titles are launching with the console on June 5, but others are scheduled for later releases. Donkey Kong Bananza won’t hit shelves until July 17, and big names like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends: Z-A are still missing from preorder listings entirely, on both Switch 2 and the current model.
For those looking to enhance their Switch 2 experience, we've got you covered with accessories. If you're interested in the new Joy-Con 2, Switch 2 Pro controllers, a camera, and more, now is the perfect time to add them to your cart.
How Much to Upgrade Switch Games to Switch 2 Edition?
Nintendo has confirmed the cost of upgrading two more Switch games from the original Switch edition to the Switch 2. Both Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Super Mario Party Jamboree come with a higher upgrade cost. While upgrading The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will cost $9.99, upgrading Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Super Mario Party Jamboree will be more than double that. The UK Nintendo eShop lists the upgrade pack for £16.99 / €19.99, significantly higher than the £7.99 / €9.99 charged for the Zelda titles.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Switch 2 Edition Screenshots
Switch 2: Game-Key Cards?
It has recently been revealed that most physical third-party Nintendo Switch 2 games in Japan, as well as in the West, are being released as Game-Key Cards. In the US, Sega's Switch 2 games such as Sonic X Shadow Generations and Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut follow this trend. However, we've identified four third-party physical Switch 2 games that are not Game-Key Cards: Cyberpunk 2077, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, and No Sleep For Kaname Date - From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES Aiba Edition.
Switch 2 Game Previews
IGN recently had the chance to go hands-on with two of the biggest upcoming Switch 2 games, Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World, both available for preorder now. Here's what Brian Altano and Logan Plant had to say about these highly anticipated launch titles.
Donkey Kong Bananza: "I also think Bananza is on track to be one of the most gorgeous Nintendo games I’ve seen. It really does take advantage of Switch 2's hardware – the environments are beautiful and DK’s animations are wonderfully expressive, and I left feeling like the next generation of first-party Nintendo games had truly arrived."
Mario Kart World: "Mario Kart World feels like the definitive Switch 2 launch game and will certainly be one of the defining games of the Switch 2 generation. The new open world format and Knockout Tour modes are massive new additions to the franchise, the visuals are gorgeous, the gameplay is a blast, and we can’t wait to play more, even if we wish it was a few bucks cheaper."
Other Preorder Guides
2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for game releases. Alongside the Switch 2, there are numerous other great games coming out in the coming months that you should keep an eye on. Below are some of our preorder guides covering exciting releases like Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Doom: The Dark Ages, and more.
- Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Preorder Guide
- Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Preorder Guide
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Preorder Guide
- Doom: The Dark Ages Preorder Guide
- Elden Ring Nightreign Preorder Guide
- Metal Gear Solid Delta Preorder Guide
- Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Preorder Guide
- Silent Hill f Preorder Guide
- Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Preorder Guide
