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When Is the Nintendo Switch 2 Exactly Available? Pre-Order Date Just Officially Announced! The rumors have been swirling for months, but today’s official announcement has finally cleared the air: Nintendo has confirmed the exact availability date for the Nintendo Switch 2—October 18, 2023. This eagerly anticipated third console in the popular Switch family is finally stepping onto the market, just over two years after the beloved original Switch announced its successor. ### Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Confirmed
After years of anticipation and fan speculation, Nintendo officially revealed the Switch 2’s launch date as October 18, 2023, across its global launch events and press releases. This date marks a key milestone for the company, following extended development that pushed the launch into late 2023 instead of the earlier 2024 timeline. ### Pre-Order Window Now Open
With the official release date confirmed, Nintendo is now opening pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2. Fans eager to secure their copy will have a narrow window: pre-orders opened on September 15, 2023, coinciding with a major Nintendo Switch fan event broadcast live online. This early pre-order access ensures that the dedicated community can get one of the first devices ahead of the holiday season.