👀 The Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 console continues to reappear at the Nintendo Store
🎮 Unfortunately, some will be add with an error message when adding to cart as it’s selling out almost instantly
🚨 Follow Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker @mattswider on X for instant alerts
🎛️ We’ve built a restock dashboard for our Substack subscribers with an audible siren
🏬 A message on the Nintendo Store says ‘more inventory is on the way!’, which appears to be the case
The Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console is arguably the most coveted tech product right now, with thousands still trying to get the beautifully designed special edition ahead of the holiday season.
Sadly, demand is far outweighing supply, which is why we’ve been diligently tracking any Zelda Switch 2 restocks since the console was available to pre-order. We’ve even created a restock tracker tool that The Shortcut Substack paid subscribers can access. It sends out an audible alarm when stock is detected, giving you a greater chance of success.
Over the course of yesterday and in the early hours, we’ve seen the Zelda 40th Anniversary console appear at the Nintendo Store. Unfortunately, it seems like Nintendo is offering units as soon as they arrive, which often means its selling out instantly or presenting buyers with the following error message: ‘The requested quantity is not available’.
Nintendo has acknowledged that demand for the Zelda hardware is strong, and hinted that we may see a bigger restock take place in the run up to Black Friday. As Nintendo’s president Shuntaro Furukawa said, the next several weeks will be key to the Japanese company achieving its sales guidance.
Our restock tracker will continue to send out alerts whenever the Nintendo Store’s buy button changes from sold out to ‘Add to cart’. Hopefully, you’re one of the lucky few who are able to get one before they’re gone.
🚨 Zelda Switch 2 Restock Tracker Dashboard
If you’re new to our restock tracker, it sends out an audible alert (a siren noise) whenever the Zelda Switch 2 console or Zelda Switch 2 Pro controller come back in stock. Just leave the page open on your browser, turn on the alarms, and keep the sound on. When stock appears, you’ll be the first to know.
As it stands, the Nintendo Store has been to the most frequently restocked and reliable retailer. It’s not always the smoothest check out process, but it’s had more inventory than any other retailer so far. A a note underneath the ‘Add to cart’ button also promises that ‘more inventory is on the way’, which means those who missed out will get another opportunity to get one.
Ultimately, if you want a Zelda Switch 2 console it really is first come, first served. It seems like Nintendo is offering consoles to buy as soon as it has them, instead of letting inventory pile up to hold a more substantial restock. That can make the experience rather frustrating, but don’t panic just yet.
Nintendo has said it will continue The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary celebrations into 2027. That’s good news, as it means the special edition console is going to be artificially restricted like some limited editions tend to be. The Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition is a perfect example, as only 25,000 numbered units have been made.
GameStop has also changed its listing to say ‘coming soon’ instead of sold out, suggesting it may also be a retailer to watch in the coming days.
Why you can trust our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker works
We’re still notifying people on X who have turned notifications on, and The Shortcut is still the best place to find video game and tech products in stock. However, with our new restock tracker, you can get further peace of mind and an advantage over other buyers when stock does appear.
🚨 Get a stock alert for the Zelda Switch 2! Follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications.
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. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.