The Nintendo Switch 2 will cost £24 more in the UK from September 1, when the price rises from £395.99 to £419.99. The increase is smaller than those planned in the US and EU, but it still adds to the cost for families, particularly those planning to buy the console before Christmas.
Shoppers can still buy the handheld console at its current price before September. Several UK retailers are offering the device below the new price point.
Where to find the cheapest Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK
The lowest standalone price is at A1 Tech Deals, where the console costs £370. Argos and John Lewis both sell it for £380 on the high street.
- Amazon – Nintendo Switch 2 + Pokopia bundle – £423.99
- A1 Tech Deals – Nintendo Switch 2 – £370
- Argos – Nintendo Switch 2 – £380
- John Lewis – Nintendo Switch 2 – £380
For those wanting a game to start with, the Amazon bundle at £423.99 includes a copy of Pokemon Pokopia. The game retails for £55 on its own, making the console effectively £367.99 in that deal.
Is the Nintendo Switch 2 worth it?
More than a year after launch, the Switch 2 has a growing library of games. Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza remain highlights, while newer titles such as Splatoon Raiders and Pokemon Pokopia have also proved popular with owners.
The console is a worthwhile upgrade for those who owned the original Switch and have a large existing library. Older titles like Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild look and run much better on the newer hardware.
The Switch 2 is also more capable of being the only console in a household thanks to its more powerful hardware. Games like Resident Evil Requiem and Final Fantasy 7 Remake run well in both docked and handheld mode, a contrast to the AAA experience on the original console.
Upcoming Switch 2 games
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition is set to launch at the end of August, while a remake of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is due as an exclusive title before the end of 2026. With the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X both starting at higher prices, the Switch 2 remains a competitive option in gaming.
