How to Preorder the Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2 stock seems to be fluctuating, but we're tracking it all so that you don't have to.
Finally, we have an official launch date and confirmed pricing for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console – available on June 5, 2025. There's not much longer to wait until gamers can get their hands on this highly anticipated next-gen console, but you might want to make sure you've preordered the console from Nintendo well in advance to avoid any disappointment on launch day.
With US tariffs causing a headache for retailers (and consumers) alike, it's been a bit of a rocky start since pre-orders for the console first went live earlier this month. Nintendo also came under fire and let gamers down with its extortionately high game prices, and now there's a hullabaloo around the concept of Game-Key Cards too.
Despite the drama, we have all the details for you below on how you can bag yourself a Nintendo Switch 2 console or bundle deal for the best price. Already secured the console? Take a look at my roundup of the best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories (including a Piranha Plant camera) to make sure you're prepared come launch day.
Preorder the Switch 2 in the US
Quick links US:
- Mario Kart World (game only) - $79.99 at Best Buy
- Nintendo Switch 2 Pro controller - $84.99 at Best Buy
- HORI Piranha Plant Camera - $59.99 at Best Buy
Pre-orders are available by invitation only for the time being (Nintendo's way of combating scalpers).
You'll need a Best Buy account to purchase a Switch 2 Preorder from Best Buy, though its website states "pre-orders begin soon."
There don't seem to be any listings for Nintendo Switch 2 preorders just yet, but we'll keep checking.
Walmart has listings for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and the Mario Kart World console bundle, but simply says "Preorder coming soon".
It might be a good idea to click the little 'Notify me' button on the listing, so that Walmart can email you directly when there's stock.
There's no stock at GameStop yet either, but you can sign up with your email on the site to be notified as soon as Switch 2 stock is available
There's no stock at Target either, but keep checking back as this will certainly change.
We might still be a while away from the Nintendo Switch 2 hitting shelves, but if you're based in the US and hoping to secure a Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order before launch day, then it's a good idea to pre-order one as soon as you can and avoid the digital queues. I know what you're thinking - there's no way Nintendo will run out of stock – but major console releases like this have all sold out in the past, so do you really want to chance it?
It's also a good idea to carefully consider which retailer you might want to buy your console from. Nintendo's official online store should be your first point of call for any bundle deals available, including the new Pro controller, and the Switch 2 camera.
Other US retailers to consider are Amazon, if you're a fan of preorder price guarantees and next-day delivery. It's possible that stores like Walmart and Best Buy will reserve some stock back exclusively for Plus and Total members, offering dibs and first access to console pre-orders as links go live. So this might be a better option if you're already a member, to secure your Switch 2 and avoid disappointment.
Preorder the Switch 2 in the UK
Quick links UK:
- Nintendo Switch 2 console - In-store pre-orders available at Currys
- Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World - Check stock at HMV
- Nintendo Switch 2 games and accessories - Check stock at John Lewis
- Nintendo Switch 2 games and accessories - Check stock at John Lewis
- Nintendo Switch 2 games and accessories - Check stock at GAME
- Nintendo Switch 2 Pro controller - £74.99 at Argos
I love that there's also the option to attach it directly to the Switch 2 if you need, instead of using its plant pot as a separate base.
Nintendo's official website should be your first point of call for any news and updates on the Switch 2 console preorders. Only select Nintendo Switch Online members can preorder for now.
EE is taking preorders on the Switch 2 and a range of Switch 2 bundles. Stock is fluctuating, but there were several options available on our last sweep.
Most Switch 2 console bundles seem to be out of stock right now, aside from the more expensive bundle with the console, Mario Kart World, 2 extra Joy-Cons and a set of racing wheels all for £505.99.
A fashion retailer might not seem the most obvious play to preorder a Nintendo Switch 2... but at one point it was one of only places showing the Switch 2 as available in the UK!
Argos UK is still displaying the Switch 2 in search results and even advertising it as a 'special offer' despite showing the same standard retail price as everyone else.
But click on the console and you'll be disappointed to see that pre-orders are currently sold out. 'We may get more stock, so do check back at a later date', it says.
A great option for speedy delivery on launch day, but it seems that Amazon Switch 2 stock levels are also struggling. On the plus side, game and accessory preorders seem to be stable for now.
Very's another popular choice for Switch purchases in the UK, but while there are still accessories, Switch 2 consoles and bundles no longer show as available. It's worth checking back regularly though to be sure.
It's a little trickier to prepare to preorder a Nintendo Switch directly from Nintendo in the UK right now, as the company has stated that: to reward the most dedicated Nintendo Switch players in Europe and the UK, the opportunity to pre-order a Nintendo Switch 2 console from My Nintendo Store will initially be offered on an invite-only basis to selected Nintendo Switch Online members.
So what does that mean? It seems that to get first dibs on a Switch 2 console, you'll need to meet some criteria set out by Nintendo which include one of the following:
• You have been a Nintendo Switch Online member for at least 2 years continuously by 31/03/2025, with an active membership on the day of preorder.
• You have opted in to share usage data with Nintendo, and have a significantly high play time recorded for paid/purchased games.
• You have opted in to receive promotional emails from Nintendo, and are still opted in on the day that the invitation email is sent.
If none of those options apply to you, then don't panic, as there are other retailers available for you to keep tabs on, though many are selling out. Try checking stock regularly at the retailers I've listed below.
FAQS
How much does the Nintendo Switch 2 cost?
The new console will have a retail price of $449 / £395.99 as a standalone, or it can be purchased for $499 / £429 with a digital copy of the new Mario Kart World game included. This is pretty high in comparison with the original Nintendo Switch prices back in 2017, but I think this is justified for the console upgrades we're getting and the 8-year difference to consider.
What does have gamers annoyed, however, is the price of some of the new Switch 2 games, with some priced as high as $90 / £80 for physical cartridges (yikes) or $80 for digital editions. I understand the need for game developers to be well compensated for their efforts, but considering that Nintendo is marketed as a kid-friendly console, this price hike doesn't seem fair for a young gamer hoping to save up their pocket money to purchase a new Mario or Donkey Kong title.
How are the tariffs impacting Switch 2 preorders?
It seems that political import tariffs in the US have been causing quite the headache for retailers, and confusion for Nintendo fans too. The most recent update (at the time of writing) is that Trump has paused the Import tariffs for 90 days in most countries, which could be a glimmer of hope for US gamers hoping to score a Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order and don't want to wait much longer.
Is launch-day delivery guaranteed for Switch 2 preorders?
While nothing is 100% guaranteed, especially when it comes to local postal services, some retailers will often aim to ship orders slightly early to ensure a speedy arrival, while others promise that the console will arrive by 9 am on launch day.
I guess it depends on which retailer you preorder from to determine how speedy you get your Switch 2 console, but if you're dead set on getting your hands on it for June 5th, then it might be best to shop in-store rather than online. Currys in the UK is only taking pre-orders for the system in-store, as a way to stop scalpers. Smart.
Should I wait to preorder the Switch 2? Will prices drop later in the year?
There's no rush to get a Nintendo Switch 2, at least in my opinion, unless you're overwhelmed with the excitement to be playing it. I always try and save up for something first if I really want it, and wait until it's the right time when I can best afford it.
With that said, we do have some big sales events happening not long after the Switch 2 launch date, such as Amazon Prime Day (usually mid-July) and November's Black Friday, too.
I've been tracking Nintendo deals for almost 3 years now, and I know that Nintendo products always hold their value extremely well, so it's rare that we see any major deals or price drops outside of seasonal sales periods. That doesn't mean that there 100% won't be any Switch 2 deals come Black Friday, but I doubt they'll be very big ones if I'm honest, so there's not much point in holding out for any potential deals just yet if that's what you're thinking.
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Beth is Creative Bloq’s Ecommerce Writer and has the fun job of finding you the very best prices and deals on creative tech. Beth kicked off her journalistic career writing for Digital Camera World, and has since earned bylines on TechRadar too. With a Masters degree in Photography, Beth loves getting to tinker with new cameras, especially camera phones, as the resident Samsung fan on the team. Her background working as a tester for CeX let her play around with all kinds of weird and wonderful products, including robots, and she’s recently gotten into 3D printing too. Outside of CB, you’ll find her gaming on her PS5, photographing local shows under the alias Bethshootsbands, and making TikToks of her dog, Tilly.
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