Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are still flying in the UK, though the US remains stuck for stock. With a wave of new handhelds hitting the shelves across the pond last week (and many still holding out today), it looks like Nintendo is granting retailers a second allocation ahead of launch though I don't yet know whether US stores will receive the same treatment.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is incredibly difficult to come by in the States. Pre-orders officially launched on April 24, but since those early stock scrambles there hasn't been a whisper of new drops. Best Buy and GameStop have both confirmed restocks for launch day, though, with the former opening most of its stores right up until midnight for day-one purchases.
I've been tracking hard-to-find stock for over five years now, starting out with the PS5 and Xbox Series X and running all the way through limited edition drops, new handhelds, and more. That means I know how this game works, and how to make the most of each drop when it does land. I'm keeping you abreast of all the latest Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order updates right here.
Quick Nintendo Switch 2 stock check
- Walmart: Check stock
- GameStop: Check stock
- Best Buy: Check stock
- Target: Check stock
- Amazon: No product page yet
- Nintendo: Email invites being sent
- Newegg: Listing pages live
UK
- ✅ Very: In stock
- ✅ EE: In stock
- ✅ Ebuyer: In stock
- ✅ ShopTo: In stock
- ✅ Currys: In stock
- Amazon: Check stock
- HMV: Check stock
- John Lewis: Check stock
- Nintendo: Check stock
- Argos: Check for stock
- Game: Check stock
I started tracking high-demand pre-orders back when the PS5 and Xbox Series X first launched and have covered everything from the PS Portal to 30th Anniversary limited edition runs since then. I know which retailers to watch for new stock drops, when those restocks are likely to happen, and how to make sure you finish up with a console in your hands on day one.
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders in the US
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders in the UK
Should you pre-order Nintendo Switch 2?
We're about two weeks out from launch day now, so some may be wondering whether it's worth fighting for a Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order at all. I say the answer depends on where you are and how badly you want your handheld on day one.
If you're in the US, you're going to have a much harder time pre-ordering than those in the UK. I haven't seen nearly as many restocks across the pond, and stores look like they're concentrating far more on release day stock instead. I'd start lining up stores doing physical restocks (though GameStop is also running online drops on June 5), for a midnight purchase.
In the UK, it's still well worth getting your name down for an early order. The Nintendo Switch 2 has seen excellent stock levels over the last few days, but that's not a given for launch - we also had a drought of around two weeks in the middle where nothing was available. Launch stock levels are still yet to be seen, but based on previous high-profile drops it's better to get your order locked in as soon as possible.
That's assuming you're keen on getting your Switch 2 on day one. Low stock levels could well prevent further drops shortly after launch, but it's likely that will be levelled out in the foreseeable future. If none of the launch titles appeal, you might have an easier time getting your hands on a device in a few months' time.
Live updates
EE has stock
EE has finally rejoined the party, with Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders live on the shelves. You can once again grab the Mario Kart World bundle for £429.99 here, with free delivery set for launch day.
Nintendo Switch 2 | Mario Kart World | £429.99 at EE
Ok, now it looks like Very has run out of Mario Kart World bundle stock
Very has removed the Mario Kart World bundle from its shelves, which generally means it's done for now. There's still the handheld by itself up for grabs, though.
Ebuyer has stock!
Ebuyer has the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle in stock right now, with a £429.99 price tag on the package deal. That's excellent for anyone hunting down cheaper pre-orders right now, considering most retailers are shipping higher-priced bundles.
Nintendo Switch 2 | Mario Kart World | £429.99 at Ebuyer
Where to pre-order the Switch 2 Camera
If you want to experience the full online multiplayer experience right from day one, you'll need to get yourself a Nintendo Switch 2 Camera. There are third party Hori models, but the official version is a higher quality and, in the US, slightly cheaper. Best Buy has you covered with release day pickup and shipping in time for June 5, meanwhile UK shoppers can head to Very instead.
Nintendo Switch 2 Camera | $54.99 at Best Buy
Nintendo Switch 2 Camera | £49.99 at Very
Will Amazon US have Nintendo Switch 2 stock on launch day?
Amazon hasn't had any Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders so far, and doesn't even list the handheld on its site. You'll find a few third party games and accessories up for grabs, but otherwise things are pretty barren. Rumor has it, the retailer has fallen out with Nintendo after it repeatedly broke street dates with its pre-order shipping, resulting in a lack of support from Ninty itself. There's certainly something going on, the retailer had none of the official bundles over Black Friday and its own OG Switch supplies are looking a little awkward in price.
Ultimately, we don't know if Amazon will offer the Nintendo Switch 2 even on release day. It would make sense for Nintendo to hold back on its limited supplies during the pre-order phase, but once the stock is flowing (and there are no street dates to be broken) it's likely that handhelds will start to reach these shelves.
Remember, 'Unavailable' doesn't mean much at Very
That Mario Kart World bundle is now listed as 'currently unavailable' at Very - but in my experience, that doesn't mean too much. This site is only done once it removes a listing - if you're still seeing the package on the site, there's more stock to come.
The Mario Kart World bundle is back in stock at Very
Very has the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle back on the shelves right now, with the £429.99 price tag holding on strong. Before this, we only had the handheld by itself or higher-priced bundles adding a camera into the mix. This is the best value on the web right now, though.
Nintendo Switch 2 | Mario Kart World | £429.99 at Very
Where to pre-order Donkey Kong Bananza
Donkey Kong Bananza isn't exactly a Switch 2 launch title, it's hitting the shelves on July 17th. However, it is up for pre-order ahead of the handheld's own launch day. This is a full game card version (not a download), with both Very and Walmart promising release day shipping.
Donkey Kong Bananza: $69 at Walmart
Donkey Kong Bananza: £64.99 at Very
Will Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders return before launch day in the US?
With most US retailers listing the Nintendo Switch 2 as 'coming soon', alongside that June 5 launch day, it looks like things are set for the next couple of weeks. I'm certainly not discounting more restocks, but considering the length of time we've been in this position, it's looking more and more unlikely that we'll see more Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders landing before release.
Where to pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is still readily available to pre-order in both the US and UK, though some stores have run out of stock. We're not quite at panic stations yet, though, while Walmart is suspiciously quiet on these accessories, Best Buy is picking up the slack in the US. Meanwhile, Very still has a handsome supply in the UK.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller | $84.99 at Best Buy
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller | £74.99 at Very
Should you buy higher-priced bundles?
There are a number of Nintendo Switch 2 bundles including additional accessories in the UK right now, and Best Buy looks set to launch its own when more stock becomes available in the US as well. The question remains, though - are they worth it?
I'm only highlighting the bundles that keep everything at MSRP / RRP right here, which means you're not paying anything over the regular price of everything together. However, there are bundles out there that don't stick to this rule. Best Buy itself, for example, is planning on selling the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World together for more than the regular price of Ninty's own bundle. There's certainly things to watch out for.
If you've found bundles that do weigh everything up with their full MSRP, they're well worth a look. If you were planning on buying these accessories right from day one anyway, you're killing all the birds with one stone and securing yourself an easy pre-order (higher-priced bundles tend to stick around on the shelves for longer). If none of the included games or gadgets appeal, though, there's no reason to buy them out of necessity. More Nintendo Switch 2 stock will appear.
Will UK retailers be restocking on day one?
That's the question on everyone's lips across the pond.
While Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are still looking pretty strong in the UK, we haven't heard anything from retailers launching day one stock. Smyths Toys, Currys, and Argos are your best bets here, still holding out in physical locations, though with no confirmation of midnight launches so far things could be more limited.
Where to get a Nintendo Switch 2 on launch day
Best Buy and GameStop have both now confirmed that they will be stocking the Nintendo Switch 2 at launch, with the former opening its stores late for a midnight release and the latter promising more handhelds both in-store and online. Target is also rumored to be kicking things off with a day-one restock, according to YouTuber Jake Randall, though this one's not confirmed yet.
UK stock is still holding on
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are still alive and well in the UK, with Very, Currys, and ShopTo offering pre-orders right now. The cheapest you'll find on the shelves is Very, with the handheld by itself available for £395.99. However, additional accessories and games can be bundled in both here and at other retailers.
Nintendo Switch 2 | £395.99 at Very
Nintendo Switch 2 | Stealth Travel Kit | Switch 2 Camera | £465.85 at ShopTo
Nintendo Switch 2 | Mario Kart World | Switch 2 camera | £479 at Very
