You can preorder the Nintendo Switch 2 from several major retailers in the United States starting April 24, 2025, at midnight Eastern Time for most stores. Here are the main options:
- Best Buy : Preorders open April 24 at 12 AM ET online, with special midnight launch events at some stores on June 5 for in-store pickup
- Walmart : Preorders also start April 24 at 12 AM ET online. Walmart offers one of the fastest delivery promises, with consoles arriving by 9 AM on launch day, June 5
- Target : Online preorders begin April 24 at 12 AM ET. No specific in-store pickup details, but delivery is expected on launch day
- GameStop : Online preorders open April 24 at 11 AM ET, with in-store preorders starting at store opening that day. GameStop will have midnight launch events for pickup on June 5
- My Nintendo Store : Nintendo’s official store will start preorders later, on May 8, 2025, but only by invitation based on criteria like having an active Nintendo Switch Online membership and sufficient playtime
Important notes:
- Amazon US is not offering preorders currently due to distribution issues with Nintendo
- The Nintendo Switch 2 is available as a standalone console (~$449) or as a bundle with Mario Kart World (~$499), which is considered the best value
- Some physical retailers like Sam’s Club, Costco, and BJ’s Wholesale Club may have stock but have not confirmed preorder participation
To secure your preorder, be ready at midnight on April 24 for most retailers and consider the retailer’s delivery or pickup options to get your console as soon as possible on launch day, June 5, 2025
