Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order update: more UK stock arrives, but what about the US?
The My Nintendo Store in the UK has had another restock, and it could be the retailer to watch for US shoppers
Update: Go here to read about this week’s Nintendo Switch 2 restock in the US if you want to find the console in stock, and read our in-depth Nintendo Switch 2 review.
👀 More Nintendo Switch 2 stock has appeared in the UK
🤔 The My Nintendo Store is taking more pre-orders, which could give us a clue about the next Switch 2 pre-order date in the US
👉 Best Buy said it will have limited stock of Nintendo Switch 2 systems, games, and accessories available for in-store purchase on June 5 at 12:01 am ET
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With less than a month to go before the Nintendo Switch 2 releases, we’re still tracking Switch 2 pre-orders to help you secure the console before June 5.
Most US retailers have remain tight lipped over when the next Switch 2 restock will be, but more stock has arrived in the UK today – specifically at the My Nintendo Store.
Switch 2 pre-orders are currently open to anyone, even if you don’t have an invite or Nintendo Switch Online account. Surprisingly, the allocation didn’t sell out immediately, suggesting either UK shoppers aren’t as interested in Nintendo’s next console, or that Nintendo UK has secured more stock than expected. I strongly believe it’s the latter.
It’s the second time Nintendo has made Switch 2 pre-orders available from the My Nintendo Store after invites went out, and suggests we could see the same scenario happen with the My Nintendo Store in the US. Pre-orders went live for those with an invite on May 8 in North America, which means we could see Nintendo open up pre-orders to the public later.
Nintendo will also want to sell as many systems as it can directly to consumers from its store, as it can cut out the middle man. That’s why I’m confident we’ll see more Switch 2 stock at the My Nintendo Store soon, possibly before Walmart, Best Buy, and GameStop.
More UK Switch 2 stock is a positive sign
GAME, which used to be the biggest video game retailer in the UK, also announced it was taking in-store pre-orders after it sold out of its online allocation. Again, it points to a positive picture in terms of stock levels in the UK, and there’s no doubt Nintendo will want to ensure the US market is equally catered for. It could also divert supply if one region is more catered for than another.
Other retailers to keep an eye on for a Switch 2 pre-order
While the My Nintendo Store is looking like a good bet for the next Switch 2 pre-order restock, Best Buy notified customers that "most stores" will have a limited inventory of systems, games and accessories for purchase during late-night store openings on Thursday, 6/5/25 at 12:01 am ET.
Customers who attend one of the participating Best Buy stores in person can pick up the console and a free Nintendo collectible (while stocks last). You can choose between the standalone console for $449.99 or the bundle including Mario Kart World for $499.99. But as we’ve advised before, you're better off getting the Mario Kart World bundle as you save $30.
Unfortunately, you're likely to be stuck in a queue with hundreds of others trying their luck on launch day, so check out our links to other US stores between now and June 5 to avoid standing in line.
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
How to get a Switch 2 pre-order
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