1. Quick links
2. Full pre-order listings
3. U.K. pre-orders
4. LIVE: Latest updates
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are sold out across retailers in the U.S., with Nintendo’s upcoming hybrid console already proving to be just as popular as its predecessor.
Switch 2 pre-orders began last month and sold out almost instantly. We’ve seen a couple of restocks at retailers such as Walmart. Meanwhile, on May 8, the Nintendo Store sent out invites allowing select Nintendo Switch Online members to pre-order a console for launch.
The situation is similar in the U.K., though restocks have been more plentiful, and several retailers have opted to bundle the Switch 2 with accessories. Some of this bundled stock is sticking around for now, likely due to the eyewatering price of these £500+ packages.
As it stands, locking in a Switch 2 pre-order in the U.S. and U.K. is no easy task. But as we approach the launch date (June 5), there is a chance we could see fresh opportunities to secure a console. The Nintendo Switch 2 will retail for $449 / £395, or $499 / £429 bundled with a copy of Mario Kart World.
If you’re still hoping to secure a Switch 2 pre-order, I’m using all my stock tracking experience to bring you the latest updates and retailer links. I’ll be on hand to guide you through the Switch 2 pre-order with regular updates.
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.
- Amazon: Check stock
- ShopTo: Check stock
- EE Store: Check stock
- Very: 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.
Mario Kart World was one of the first confirmed Nintendo Switch 2 titles and will likely be one of its first big hits. The game takes a new approach to the standard racing fare by letting players drive off-road for the first time.
Billed as an all-new entry in the long-running Mario Kart franchise, Nintendo has confirmed that Mario Kart World will launch on the same day as the Nintendo Switch 2 console.
Clearly aiming to be the biggest, best Mario Kart yet, this new entry will allow up to 24 drivers to take part in each race — something the early Nintendo Switch 2 rumors had hinted at.
Nintendo expects to sell 15 million Switch 2 consoles
Even though it's considerably pricier than its predecessor (and currently difficult to pre-order), Nintendo says it expects to sell 15 million Switch 2 consoles in the fiscal year ending March 2026, reports CNBC. This is the first time Nintendo has set a sales forecast for its new console.
Meanwhile, research from Omdia says Nintendo could sell as many as 14.7 million Switch 2 consoles in 2025 alone. That would be 10% more than what Nintendo sold during the year the original Switch debuted.
Those numbers seem very lofty, but considering how Switch 2 is riding the original's success, don't be surprised if this system becomes a big seller. Of course, low stock could set back Nintendo's projections.
Another retailer sweep
It's almost 3:15 pm here in NYC, and I've just wrapped up a retailer sweep for Switch 2 stock. As expected, it's pretty quiet everywhere. The chances of Switch 2 pre-orders showing up look pretty slim, but not completely impossible.
So below I've left a quick cheat sheet of all the retailers I'd personally check. These are the same ones I posted recently, but I wanted to link them again for anyone who didn't catch the earlier post. Good luck!
- Walmart: check stock
- Amazon: no pre-order info
- Nintendo: pre-order today (May 8) w/ invite
- 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
$450 might not be the final price
While preorders have been quiet, it still might be the best time to buy a Switch 2 if you can catch one of the preorder restocks.
Recently, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa confirmed that due to President Trump's tariffs, prices could increase for the console.
"Our basic policy is to recognize tariffs as a cost when determining sales prices in any country or region and to incorporate them into the price," he said in an earnings call.
The gaming giant is also concerned that increased prices combined with rising costs for "daily necessities" could reduce demand and impact people's budget for games.
It's a catch-22 for not just Nintendo but most companies in this fraught economic climate. Hopefully, the recent deal that slashed tariffs for the next 90 days can ensure prices won't go up, or by too much. Regardless, we recommend pre-ordering a Switch 2 to be safe.
No signs of stock right now...
It's 2:15 here in NYC, and sadly, there are no signs of Switch 2 stock anywhere. I just did a thorough retailer sweep, and everyone is sold out right now.
It's worth mentioning that there are still a few stores with no Switch 2 product pages (I'm looking at you, Amazon), but it's unlikely they'll suddenly have stock today or even this weekend. So, we're forced to wait a little more for that next drop....
- Nintendo: pre-order today (May 8) 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
A must-have accessory...
If you've been fortunate enough to already secure a Switch 2 pre-order, or you just want to get something Switch 2-related in your cart at this stage in the game, don't forget about the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller.
I'm pretty confident this will be the most popular Switch 2 accessory, and it already appears to be selling out at select retailers. If you know you're going to get a Switch 2 on launch day, make sure to secure a Switch 2 Pro Controller as well.
Another week of Switch 2 stock hunting begins!
Welcome! It's the start of another week, and the Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in less than a month. We're here tracking console stock across all major retailers, to help you lock in your Switch 2 ahead of the June 5 release date. While there's no fresh restocks confirmed yet, the situation can change at a moments notice, so stick with us, and we'll keep you updated with the latest alerts and retailers to check today.
