How to pre-order the new Nintendo Switch online in the UK ahead of the official release date

Today marks the day when gamers awaiting the arrival of the new Nintendo Switch can pre-order in the UK.
Those hoping to get their hands on the Switch console, which is officially set to launch worldwide on 3 March 2017, should head online as retail giants Amazon , Tesco and GAME launch their pre-order sales from today (January 13th, 2017).



 The new bundle - which includes a console, both JoyCon controllers, Switch dock and cables - will retail for £279.99. There are two stylish versions of the console available, one that comes with a set of grey Joy-Con, and a version with one neon blue and one neon red Joy-Con.

Where to pre-order your Nintendo?

• Amazon - £279 + free UK delivery
• Tesco - £279 + free standard delivery
• GAME - £279 + free standard delivery
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Game Seek - £198.50 + free delivery
You can also register your interest at Argos online here .

The Switch has generated a fair bit of buzz in the gaming world since it was announced last year, but rather than a standard box-under-the-telly set-up, the new Nintendo console is a hybrid piece of kit where players can enjoy the full home and on-the-go experience.



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