Amazon Switch 2 restock: what to do if you get an invite to buy
Amazon will begin sending out invites to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 soon
📦 Those who have registered for an invite to buy a Switch 2 should start receiving emails soon
🙅♂️ You’ll only have 24 hours to use the invite, so make sure you don’t miss it
🤔 Stock won’t sell out, as the first drop will only be available to those with an invite
🌟 This is the first official Switch 2 restock at Amazon, after the company patched up its relationship with Nintendo
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Have you requested an invite to buy a Switch 2 at Amazon? You’ll want to do so asap if you haven’t, as it’s likely the Amazon Switch 2 restock will take place soon after Prime Day 2025 ends.
Amazon: Switch 2 Console / Mario Kart World bundle
Those who requested an invitation to buy could start receiving an email soon, which gives you exclusive access to Amazon’s first ever Switch 2 restock. But be warned: you’ll only have 24 hours to buy, so don’t miss your opportunity. If you miss your window, you’ll have to request a new invitation. The product detail page will display a timer to let you know how much time is left to complete your purchase.
You’ll only be able to buy the product you registered for, too. If you registered for the Mario Kart World Switch 2 bundle, then you won’t be able to pick up a standalone console, for example. You also can’t register for multiple items, due to high demand.
You’re best registering for the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle as Nintendo has historically supplied far more stock to retailers of this SKU than the standalone system. You’re also saving $30 on one of the best Switch 2 games.
Want a leg up? The Shortcut subscribers get priority alerts in our Substack Chat whenever Nintendo Switch 2 is in stock. We’ve helped more than 15,000 people secure a Switch 2!
Amazon’s Nintendo Switch 2 restock comes as a pleasant surprise. Previously, Nintendo Switch 2 games from Nintendo weren’t for sale because the Japanese company pulled its hardware and games from the retailer in March 2024.
The dispute was seemingly over third-party resellers, though Nintendo and Amazon have denied this. Nevertheless, it seems that the two companies have finally made up, and the Switch 2 is available to buy from Amazon US at long last.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle and standalone console are both available at MSRP, sold and shipped by Amazon, and not third-party sellers. Make sure you double check the listing before you checkout.
I haven’t received an invite from Amazon? What next?
If you haven’t received an invite to buy a Switch 2 from Amazon, don’t panic. Your request will still be considered for selection if additional inventory becomes available, which means it’s still worth registering your interest, even if you don’t think you’ll get lucky the first time around.
It’s worth noting that Amazon’s invitation system really does seem to be a lottery system. I registered for an invite to buy a Switch 2 in the UK during the console’s pre-order window and never received one, despite being a Prime subscriber and a regular customer.
Walmart: Switch 2 console / Mario Kart World bundle
Target: Switch 2 console / Mario Kart World bundle
GameStop: Switch 2 console / Mario Kart World bundle
Best Buy: Switch 2 console / Mario Kart World bundle
Sam’s Club: Switch 2 console / Mario Kart World bundle
If you don’t receive an invite, the mere fact that Amazon has begun holding Switch 2 restocks means inventory will go on general sale soon enough. It’s also another retailer we can add to our Switch 2 restock tracking list, which will only increase people’s chances of getting Nintendo’s in-demand console.
Remember: our Substack chat and X notifications are the easiest way to get alerts when the Switch 2 is back in stock. We’ve helped over 15,000 people get a Switch 2, and we’ve also helped people snag some of the best Switch 2 accessories like the Switch 2 GameCube controller.
How to get more Switch 2 restock alerts
Get our instant alerts: You can boost your chances of finding a Nintendo Switch 2 restock by following Matt Swider on X and turning on notifications. It’ll look like this:
Be careful before checking out at Amazon
Be cautious of Amazon resellers. There are still plenty of third-party listings that advertise the Nintendo Switch 2 “in stock” for much higher prices than MSRP. Remember to only buy from listings that say “Dispatches from Amazon & Sold by Amazon”.
The Shortcut’s Nintendo Switch restock alerts
The Shortcut is committed to helping people find the latest Nintendo Switch 2 restock information. We’ve helped more than 15,000 people get Nintendo’s elusive console with our fast and reliable notifications. If you want a Nintendo Switch 2, join our Substack Chat below and turn on notifications on X to get the latest updates about the next Switch 2 restock, whether that’s at Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Target or Sam’s Club.
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Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.