Pricing For Nintendo Switch 2 Consoles, Accessories And Games In South Africa

South Africans can lay their hands on the Nintendo Switch 2 console at a base price of R12,499 or R13,499 if they opt to bundle it Mario Kart World.

The highly anticipated gaming device will launch internationally, including locally in Mzansi, on Thursday, 5 June 2025.

Nexus Hub , a major gaming, hardware and collectibles distributor in South Africa, has listed prices for the Switch 2 console, accessories and games as follows:

• Nintendo Switch 2 Console: R12,499
• Nintendo Switch 2 Console Mario Kart World Download Code Bundle: R13,499

The console comes with:

• Joy-Con 2 controllers LR
• Joy-Con 2 Grip
• Joy-Con 2 Straps
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
• Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
• USB-C Charging Cable

• AC Adapter: R799
• Joy-Con Charging Grip: R899
• Joy-Con Wheel Pair: R599
• Joy-Con Left Blue: R1,199
• Joy-Con Right Red: R1,199
• Joy-Con Pair Red/Blue: R2,299
• Joy-Con Strap Pair Red/Blue: R399
• Carry Case and Screen Protector: R799
• Camera: R1,499
• Pro Controller: R2,299
• MicroSD Card Express 256GB: R1,499

• Mario Kart World: R1,999
• Donkey Kong Bananza: R1,799
• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild Switch 2 Edition: R1,799
• The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom Switch 2 Edition: R1,799
• Kirby and the Forgotten Land: Star-Crossed World: R1,799
• Super Mario Part Jamboree: R1.799
• Street Fighter 6 Years 1 - 2: R1,399
• Bravely Default HD Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: R999
• Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition: R1,799

Gamers will enjoy a host of new features, including the online GameChat, which allows people to play games and talk to each other like everyone is in the same room, even if they're miles apart.

GameShare also lets players share and play the same game with others who do not have the game.

Some of the new hardware features include:

• The newly designed Joy Con 2 controllers.
• A large 7.9-inch built-in LCD screen that displays in full HD at 1080p while maintaining the same thickness as Nintendo Switch.
• An additional USB-C port on top of the console which is perfect for connecting a compatible USB-C camera, like the Nintendo Switch 2 camera, to enjoy video chat while using GameChat.

Mario Kart World is a brand-new Mario Kartexperience set in a vast interconnected environment and features new modes like Knockout Tour and Free Roam.

Gamers can also look forward to Donkey Kong Bananza, a new 3D platforming action adventure starring DK, who can crash and bash his way through nearly everything in his path.

Buyers will have an option for paid upgrades for existing Nintendo Switch titles, which offer enhanced graphics, exclusive content and new gameplay experiences.