How to Preorder the Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo Switch 2
(Image credit: Nintendo)

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.

Nintendo Store (invite only)
Nintendo Store (invite only): at nintendo.com

Pre-orders are available by invitation only for the time being (Nintendo's way of combating scalpers).

Best  Buy (out of stock)
Best Buy (out of stock): at Best Buy

You'll need a Best Buy account to purchase a Switch 2 Preorder from Best Buy, though its website states "pre-orders begin soon." 

Amazon (nothing yet - coming soon)
Amazon (nothing yet - coming soon): at Amazon

There don't seem to be any listings for Nintendo Switch 2 preorders just yet, but we'll keep checking.

Walmart (stock is coming and going)
Walmart (stock is coming and going): at Walmart

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.

GameStop (out of stock for now)
GameStop (out of stock for now): at GameStop

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

Target (out of stock for now)
Target (out of stock for now): at Target

There's no stock at Target either, but keep checking back as this will certainly change.

HORI Nintendo Switch 2 Piranha Plant Camera
HORI Nintendo Switch 2 Piranha Plant Camera: £34.99 at smythstoys.com

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 Store UK (Invite only)
Nintendo Store UK (Invite only): at nintendo.com

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 (Check stock)
EE (Check stock): at EE

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.

JD Williams  (Accessories and games only)
JD Williams (Accessories and games only): at JD Williams

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 (Check stock)
Argos (Check stock): at Argos

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.

Amazon UK (Check stock)
Amazon UK (Check stock): at Amazon

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 (Check stock)
Very (Check stock): at very.co.uk

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.

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Beth Nicholls
Ecommerce Writer

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.