1. Quick links
2. Full pre-order listings
3. U.K. pre-orders
4. LIVE: Latest updates
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are currently proving to be particularly hard to find. In the U.S., the hybrid console was made available for pre-order last month and sold out in just minutes.
Since then, there have been a few restocks at retailers such as Walmart and the Nintendo Store. But I’m still waiting for a large wave of inventory. Fortunately, GameStop has announced it will have extra consoles in time for Switch 2’s launch on June 5. Plus, I’m closely watching every major retailer to bring you the latest stock updates this week.
The situation has been a little better in the U.K. While Switch 2 pre-orders initially sold out, there have been plenty of restocks since, with some stock sticking around for multiple days. Though several retailers have opted to only make the console available in pricey bundles, which could explain why shoppers haven’t been snapping up all the stock immediately.
Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in both regions on June 5 and will retail for $449 / £395, or $499 / £429 bundled with a copy of Mario Kart World.
If you’re looking to lock in a pre-order in time for a summer of Switch 2 gaming, I’m using my years of stock tracking experience to bring you the latest restock news and updates. I’ve already secured my Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order, now I’m on hand to help you get yours.
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders - quick links
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are live in the U.S. Pre-orders began in North America on April 24, and the hybrid console will officially release on June 5.
- Nintendo: pre-order w/ invite
- Walmart: check stock
- Amazon: no pre-order info
- Newegg: check stock
- Target: check stock
- Antonline: check stock
- Best Buy: check stock
- GameStop: check stock
- Sam's Club: no pre-order info
- Dell: no pre-order info
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders - full listings
Nintendo Switch 2 accessory pre-orders
Nintendo Switch 2 game pre-orders
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders UK
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders went live in the U.K. last month and quickly sold out. However, there have been several restocks since then, so it's worth checking retailers regularly for more opportunities to secure a Switch 2.
- Very: IN STOCK NOW (May 19)
- Amazon: Check stock
- ShopTo: Check stock
- EE Store: Check stock
- Argos: Check stock
- The Game Collection: Check stock
- My Nintendo Store: Check stock
- Smyths: Check stock
- Currys: In-store only
- John Lewis: Check stock
- GAME: Check stock
I'm a Senior Entertainment Editor at Tom's Guide with more than five years of experience tracking pre-orders and restocks of the latest gaming consoles and limited-edition items. I'm putting all my expertise to good use to help you get yourself a Switch 2 pre-order, and ensure you don't miss out on this hotly anticipated Nintendo hardware.
Nintendo confirms new GameChat feature
Still not Switch 2 restocks in the U.S., so to pass the time while I wait (and hope) to see retailers offer more chances at securing a console, I've been looking through the latest Nintendo Switch 2 news, and this new GameChat feature has caught my eye.
Eurogamer reports that the GameChat feature on Switch 2 will offer both text-to-speech and live captions. The former will allow you to type messages which are then read out by an automated voice, while the latter will transcribe your speech during GameChat sessions. If you're out of the loop, GameChat is basically the Switch 2's new video call functionality, and can be accessed via the new dedicated "C" button.
These are useful accessibility features, and I'm glad to see Nintendo adding them.
Switch 2 in stock at Very in the U.K.
Folks in the U.K. who still need to secure a Switch 2, there's good news. Switch 2 is in stock at Very, and this time I'm not just talking about bundles, the standalone console for £395 and the Mario Kart Bundle for £429 are both available right now.
This stock might not last long, and is a rare chance to pick up the Switch 2 on its own without any bundled extras, so head over to Very right now and get yours secured.
- Nintendo Switch 2: £395 @ Very
- Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World: £429 @ Very
- Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart + 256GB microSD: £479 @ Very
Best Buy will also have launch day stock
It's not just GameStop that has confirmed plans to offer fresh chances to buy a Nintendo Switch 2 on launch (June 5) either. Best Buy has also announced it will have a "limited inventory of systems" on the day that Nintendo's new console releases.
Though, expect getting hold of a console on June 5 to be pretty tricky. "Expect to see long lines at popular Best Buy stores in US cities hours in advance of the midnight release date, and some in the crowd may not be able to get the new console," Best Buy told The Shortcut .
If you don't yet have a Switch 2 pre-order, and you want the console on launch day, you might need to prepare yourself for a long day/night of queueing.
GameStop confirms Switch 2 restock on the way
Didn't pre-order Switch 2? We got you. pic.twitter.com/6Xa4QUzM3gMay 16, 2025
The Switch 2 stock situation might a little frustrating right now, but there's good news for the launch week. GameStop has confirmed that it will have more Switch 2 inventory "in-store and online at launch." This is currently the only confirmed restock.
The retailer hasn't announced how it will handle online stock, but in-store launch events begin at 3 p.m. local time on June 4, with pick up starting at midnight ET and 9 p.m. PT. This might be your best chance to secure a Switch 2 for release day.
If you do want to try and buy a Nintendo Switch 2 during this launch restock, you'll want to head to your local GameStop nice and early. But if you'd rather wait for more consoles to be available online, I'm keeping an eye out for confirmed date and times.
Nintendo Switch 2 stock check — here's the state of play
So, it's pretty much a case of "as you were" this Monday morning. It's not a huge surprise, but I'm not seeing any fresh chances to secure a Switch 2 pre-order today.
I've checked through all of the retailers listed below, but if you want to have a look yourself (things can quickly change, and differ based on your local region), here's all the retailers worth checking right now...
- Nintendo: pre-order w/ invite
- Walmart: check stock
- Amazon: no pre-order info
- Newegg: check stock
- Target: check stock
- Antonline: check stock
- Best Buy: check stock
- GameStop: check stock
- Sam's Club: no pre-order info
- Dell: no pre-order info
Welcome!
Hello, it's the start of a new week, which means it's time to get back to Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order tracking. I'm about to do my first retailer sweep of the day, so give me a few minutes, and I'll let you know the score as we begin another working week.
