The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch with a notable pricing difference between Japan and the rest of the world. This new gaming console will be available in two distinct versions: a Japanese-language system, exclusive to Japan, and a Multi-Language System, available globally. The Japanese version will be priced at approximately $330, while the Multi-Language System version will be available for $449.99, reflecting a significant $100+ difference. This price variation is largely due to the current exchange rate between the yen and the U.S. dollar, which makes purchasing in Japan less attractive for tourists.
Residents of Japan will have the option to purchase either version, but the Japanese-language system will only be available within Japan and can only be linked to Nintendo Accounts set to the Japan region. This version will exclusively support the Japanese language and will only offer software available on the Japanese Nintendo eShop. For those interested in using the Switch 2 in other languages, Nintendo recommends opting for the Multi-Language System version. More details on this version will be disclosed on April 4.
Switch 2 Will Have 2 Language System Versions
Switch 2 Will Be Sold By Lottery At The My Nintendo Store
The process to acquire a Nintendo Switch 2 will involve entering a lottery at the My Nintendo Store. Additionally, retailers and online shops across Japan will start accepting reservations or lottery entries from April 24, subject to availability. To participate in the My Nintendo Store lottery, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- As of Friday, February 28, 2025, you must have accumulated at least 50 hours of playtime on Nintendo Switch software, not including demo or free software.
- At the time of application, you must have been subscribed to Nintendo Switch Online for at least one year and remain an active subscriber.
Further details regarding the application process will be announced on the My Nintendo Store on April 4.
