What Comes with the Switch 2 Bundle?

If you just bought a Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle for $499.99, here is exactly what is in the box. The bundle includes the standard Switch 2 hardware set plus a digital copy of Mario Kart World.

This guide covers both Switch 2 bundles available in 2026, what each one does and does not include, and how to verify your contents upon unboxing. For full price context, including the console-only option, see how much the Switch 2 costs.

What's in the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle

The Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle includes the standard Switch 2 hardware set plus a digital copy of Mario Kart World. Here is the complete contents list from Nintendo's official product page:

The game is not on a cartridge. It arrives as a digital download code or a direct registration on your Nintendo Account. Once you set up the console, the game appears in your library after a quick download, with a stable internet connection required.

If you expected a boxed game card, that is a common mix-up. Retailer listings say "full game download" in the fine print, but it is easy to miss.

Console Only Box vs Mario Kart World Bundle: Side by Side

The only difference between the console-only Switch 2 box and the Mario Kart World Bundle is the included game. Both packages contain the same hardware and accessories.

The bundle saves you about $30 versus buying Mario Kart World separately at $79.99.

Pick the console only box if you want to choose your own first game, want a physical cartridge, or already plan to buy a different launch title. Pick the Mario Kart World Bundle if you want that game anyway and do not mind a digital copy.

What the Bundle Does Not Include

The Switch 2 Bundle does not include a protective case, screen protector, microSD card, or any extra controllers. Both bundle variants leave these to the buyer.

The full list of items not in either box:

• No protective case. The console ships in its retail box with no everyday protection.

• No screen protector. Nintendo applies a thin safety film at the factory, but that is a shatter-resistant layer, not a scratch shield. For more on this distinction, see does the Switch 2 come with a screen protector.

• No microSD card. The internal 256 GB is enough for a few weeks, but a microSD Express card is needed once your library grows. For card sizing, see what kind of SD card you need for the Switch 2.

• No Pro Controller. The Joy-Con 2 pair handles handheld and shared play. Couch and competitive players often add a Pro Controller separately.

• No extra Joy-Con 2 set. Local multiplayer with more than two players requires extra controllers.

• No physical game card. Mario Kart World is digital-only in the bundle.

• No carrying case. The console comes with no travel protection.

Most of these become clear day one purchases for buyers who travel, share the console at home, or plan to play long sessions.

Other Switch 2 Bundle: The Pokémon Legends Z-A Option

Nintendo and select retailers also offer a Switch 2 + Pokémon Legends Z-A Bundle at $499.99. Available at Nintendo, Best Buy, and GameStop, it follows the same format as the Mario Kart World Bundle, just with a different game.

The Pokémon Legends Z-A Bundle includes:

• The full Switch 2 hardware set (same nine items listed above, minus the Mario Kart game)

• A digital copy of Pokémon Legends Z-A

Pick this bundle over the Mario Kart World option only if Pokémon is the game you wanted first. Both bundles share the same accessory gaps either way.

How to Verify Your Bundle at Unboxing

When your Switch 2 Bundle arrives, work through these five steps before you discard any packaging.

1. Match the receipt, box label, and product listing. All three should reference the same SKU. Retailer bundles list any extra accessories separately from Nintendo's official contents.

2. Count every physical item before you toss the cardboard. Small parts like the second Joy-Con strap can hide in folded cardboard inserts. The Joy-Con 2 Grip and straps are the items buyers most often think they are missing.

3. Check the game format. The bundle game is a download, not a cartridge. Look inside the box for a small insert with download instructions or a redemption code.

4. Choose the right Nintendo Account before claiming the game. The account linked at first launch becomes the owner of the bundled game. For shared family consoles, decide whose account holds the game first.

5. Contact the retailer if anything is missing. Most missing item reports turn out to be packaging items tucked inside the box.

If you bought a used or resale bundle, this guidance does not apply. Inspect those packages against the seller's photos and return policy instead.

Accessories to Add After Unboxing

The Switch 2 Bundle covers startup, but most owners add a case, screen protector, and storage card within their first week. The Switch 2 is bigger, more powerful, and more expensive than the original Switch, so protecting that investment pays off fast.

At Mumba, every Switch 2 case is sized for the true dimensions. As a sub-brand of SUPCASE, Mumba blends military-grade durability with a slim, gamer-focused fit.

Blade Series Case

The Blade Series Case is the smart everyday pick. It is dockable, with precise cutouts that leave every port and vent clear. Its ergonomic design allows you to slide off the Joy-Con 2 controllers in about 2 seconds for quick, shared play.

Titan Series Case

The Titan Series Case is a hybrid protector. It includes 7 card slots built into the case for your cartridges and microSD cards, plus a stable kickstand for tabletop play. Like the Blade, it works with the official Switch 2 dock.

Deluxe Plus Carrying Case 

The Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case keeps the console safe on the go. It fits the Switch 2 even with a Mumba protective case on it. Inside, you get an organized space for game cards, microSD cards, cables, and small accessories.

Screen Protector(Two Pack)

The Screen Protector is sized for the 7.9 inch LCD. The kit includes a tool that helps keep dust out for a clean install.

Mumba Bundles for Nintendo Switch 2 save about 10 percent over buying each piece alone. Orders over $49 ship free in the U.S., with a 1 year warranty and 14-day returns. For the full accessory shopping list, see the must have Switch 2 accessories.

Final Thoughts

So what comes with the Switch 2 Bundle? The console, the standard hardware set, and one digital game. That gets you playing on day one, but it leaves the protection, storage, and multiplayer gaps to you.

A protective case, screen protector, and carrying case from Mumba cost about $125 together, a small fraction of what you spent on the bundle. Add storage when your library demands it, controllers when shared play calls for them, and your Switch 2 setup is complete.

FAQ

What comes with the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle?

The bundle includes the Switch 2 console, Joy-Con 2 pair, Joy-Con 2 Grip, two Joy-Con 2 Straps, the dock, AC adapter, USB charging cable, Ultra High Speed HDMI cable, and a digital copy of Mario Kart World.

Is Mario Kart World a physical cartridge in the bundle?

No. Mario Kart World in the bundle is a digital download. You set up the console, link your Nintendo Account, and the game downloads to your library.

How much is the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle?

$499.99 in the U.S. as of June 2026. The console rises to $499.99 standalone on September 1, 2026, so the bundle pricing may adjust then, too.

Does the bundle include a microSD card?

No. The Switch 2 has 256 GB of internal storage, which lasts a few weeks of casual play. A microSD Express card is needed once your digital library grows.

What is the difference between the console-only box and the bundle?

The hardware is identical. The bundle adds a digital copy of Mario Kart World for an extra $50, which saves about $30 versus buying the game separately.