Nintendo launches Switch 2 console
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The Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle was briefly in stock online at Costco this morning, but as of the time of writing, it's out of stock. As we approach the end of launch day, we don't see any online retailers with the Switch 2 in stock.
How's "Mario Kart World"? Is it easy to upgrade? Will the price increase? With the console officially out in the wild, our game critic responds to some key queries.
Here’s what to know about the improvements made to the Switch 2, where you can buy it in stores and how much all of the new Switch accessories cost.
Switch 2, the long-awaited new console from Nintendo, launches June 5 with 'Mario Kart World' and 'Cyberpunk 2077'
The biggest Nintendo Switch 2 title at launch is Mario Kart World, which retails for a hefty £74.95 at release, making it seem like these are the prices we can expect for first-party Nintendo titles going forward.
GameShare is Nintendo’s term for the process by which you share games locally, either between two Switch 2 systems or with a Switch 2 as the host console streaming to an original Switch. “Sharing games” isn’t a particularly apt description, though, as it’s tied to multiplayer play only.
Mario Kart World is available to buy on its own or through a $500 Switch bundle, which represents a significant savings over purchasing the game and system separately. Some retailers have Switch 2 units in stock today, and you can consult GameSpot's Switch 2 buying guide to learn more.
After working on Zelda and Splatoon, Monolith Soft is lending its talents to Mario Kart World as announced on the company's official Twitter.