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Buyer beware: Pricey bundles ahead...
I love a good bundle. Oftentimes, it's a great way to get two items you want at a cheaper price than buying them separately. However, not all bundles are designed with savings in mind.
For example, I appreciate that Best Buy will have a lot of Switch 2 bundles available, but I recommend doing some quick maths before buying one. For example, they're bundling the standalone Switch 2 with Mario Kart World for $529. By comparison, Nintendo (and other retailers including Best Buy) are selling the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle for $499.
Some of Best Buy's bundles will sell for as much as $719. You can check out the full list via the link below.
Samsung pushing for a Switch 2 OLED...
(Image credit: Tom's Guide)If you're like me, you're probably disappointed that the Switch 2 lacks an OLED screen. Well, it appears that Samsung is pushing Nintendo to use its OLED panels in a future version of the Switch 2, according to Bloomberg.
Samsung is one of Nintendo's key hardware partners and also provided the OLED display panels used in the current Nintendo Switch OLED. So it's not too surprising to see the company pushing for an Switch 2 OLED.
That said, this doesn't guarantee there will be an OLED Switch 2, but the fact that one of Nintendo's key hardware partners is pushing for an OLED model could be good news for gamers who want that OLED screen.
- Samsung pushing Nintendo to release Switch 2 OLED
Switch 2 still in stock at Very in the U.K.
U.K. readers, I've not forgotten about you! In all the talk this morning about launch day restocks at the likes of Target and Best Buy in the U.S., over in the U.K., you don't need to wait until June 5 to score a Switch 2 as the console remains in stock over at Very.
The online stockist did have standalone (and MKW Bundle) inventory yesterday (May 19), but this is now sold out. However, the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World + 256GB SanDisk MicroSD Card Bundle for £479 is still available, and I think this is a pretty solid package.
You're getting the Switch 2 console (obviously!), the most high-profile launch game, and a very useful accessory all at RRP. A MicroSD is likely to be one of the most essential Switch 2 accessories, so it's a worthwhile bundle. I don't know how much longer this stock will stick around, so if you want a Switch 2, head over to Very now.
- Switch 2 Mario Kart World + microSD Express: for £479 @ Very
Target reportedly set for launch day restock
(Image credit: Nintendo/YouTube)I may not be able to bring you any news of Switch 2 restocks today (at least, not yet), but there's some good news ahead of launch day. According to reliable stock tracker Jake Randall, Target is gearing up for a major restock on Switch 2 launch day.
Randall reports that on June 5, Target locations will each have between 40-60 units, with a roughly 50/50 split between standalone consoles and the Mario Kart World Bundle. However, this restock will be in-store only, so you'll need to head down to your nearest Target store in good time, as I expect there will be queues forming before opening.
First Switch 2 stock sweep of the day
Okay, so first Switch 2 stock sweep of the day is complete, and there's no sign of the console anywhere. However, this isn't a major surprise, it's still the very early hours of the morning in the U.S., so it would have been very unlikely that any retailer would offer fresh opportunities to lock-in a Switch 2 at this time. So, let's keep our fingers crossed as the working day begins in just a couple of hours, the situation changes.
If you want to check out retailers for yourself, the links you need are below...
- Nintendo: pre-order w/ invite
- Walmart: check stock
- Amazon: no pre-order info
- Newegg: check stock
- Target: check stock
- Antonline: check stock
- Best Buy: check stock
- GameStop: check stock
- Sam's Club: no pre-order info
- Dell: no pre-order info
Could we see Switch 2 stock today?
Good morning! It's the start of another day, and that means more chances for Switch 2 pre-order restock. There's no confirmed drops today, but I'm about to dive into my first retailer sweep of the day, and I'll report back if the situation has changed overnight.
Still no signs of stock...
There are no signs of Switch 2 stock anywhere. I just did a thorough retailer sweep and everyone is sold out right now. But there is some light at the end of the tunnel.
Launch date (June 5) is right around the corner and we expect many major retailers to offer new stock as early as midnight on launch day.
So while the situation may seem a bit bleak now, there's a good chance more stock is roughly 2+ weeks out. Below are all the retailer links should you want to take a peek for yourself.
- Walmart: check stock
- Amazon: no pre-order info
- Nintendo: pre-order today w/ invite
- Newegg: check stock
- Target: check stock
- Antonline: check stock
- Best Buy: check stock
- GameStop: check stock
- Sam's Club: no pre-order info
- Dell: no pre-order info
A must-have accessory...
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is going to be one of the most popular Switch 2 accessories. It actually managed to sell out earlier in the month, but retailers are offering pre-order stock once again. If you know you're going to get a Switch 2 on launch day, make sure to secure a Switch 2 Pro Controller as well.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: $84 at Walmart
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is practically guaranteed to be the most in-demand Switch 2 accessory, and it packs a suitable upgrade over its predecessor adding a headphone jack, the new "C" button, and customizable back buttons.
Additional retailers: Best Buy | GameStop
Restock alert! Switch 2 at Very (UK)
Hey, everyone! Deals editor Louis hopping onboard our Switch 2 pre-order live blog for the rest of the day. So as Rory pointed out, there's no inventory available in the U.S.
However, the Switch 2 stock is still available at Very UK. That said, it's selling out fast. Earlier there were three options/bundles to choose from and we're now down to just one. Surprise, surprise...it's the priciest bundle that's still available, but it's not so bad as you get Mario Kart World and a Samsung microSD Express 256GB card.
- Switch 2 Mario Kart World + microSD Express: for £479 @ Very
All quiet on the Switch 2 pre-order stock front
Apologies if you've heard the above terrible play on words from me before, but I've run out of new ways to spin the situation. Unfortunately, once again, it's been another morning without any sign of Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order restock at any U.S. retailers.
Seeing as most (but not all) restocks happen in the morning, I would guess this means today (May 19) will be yet another day without any new opportunities to score a Switch 2 in the U.S. But here at Tom's Guide, we don't give up easily, so we'll keep checking throughout the day and alert you if the situation changes, just don't bet on it.
If you want to check retailers for yourself, here are the links...
- Nintendo: pre-order w/ invite
- Walmart: check stock
- Amazon: no pre-order info
- Newegg: check stock
- Target: check stock
- Antonline: check stock
- Best Buy: check stock
- GameStop: check stock
- Sam's Club: no pre-order info
- Dell: no pre-order info
Save on Switch 1 games ahead of Switch 2 launch
The Nintendo Switch 2 is confirmed to offer backwards compatibility with most (but not quite all) Switch 1 games, so it's well worth taking advantage of any discounts ahead of the console's launch next month.
Right now, there's a massive Nintendo Switch game with deals from $7, including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for $44 at Woot.TotK is getting a Switch 2 upgrade at launch, and will cost $10 for existing owners, so pick up the excellent title now, and when the Switch 2 launches, you can score the new version at a discount.
Nintendo confirms new GameChat feature
Still not Switch 2 restocks in the U.S., so to pass the time while I wait (and hope) to see retailers offer more chances at securing a console, I've been looking through the latest Nintendo Switch 2 news, and this new GameChat feature has caught my eye.
Eurogamer reports that the GameChat feature on Switch 2 will offer both text-to-speech and live captions. The former will allow you to type messages which are then read out by an automated voice, while the latter will transcribe your speech during GameChat sessions. If you're out of the loop, GameChat is basically the Switch 2's new video call functionality, and can be accessed via the new dedicated "C" button.
These are useful accessibility features, and I'm glad to see Nintendo adding them.
Switch 2 in stock at Very in the U.K.
Folks in the U.K. who still need to secure a Switch 2, there's good news. Switch 2 is in stock at Very, and this time I'm not just talking about bundles, the standalone console for £395 and the Mario Kart Bundle for £429 are both available right now.
This stock might not last long, and is a rare chance to pick up the Switch 2 on its own without any bundled extras, so head over to Very right now and get yours secured.
- Nintendo Switch 2: £395 @ Very
- Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World: £429 @ Very
- Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart + 256GB microSD: £479 @ Very
Best Buy will also have launch day stock
It's not just GameStop that has confirmed plans to offer fresh chances to buy a Nintendo Switch 2 on launch (June 5) either. Best Buy has also announced it will have a "limited inventory of systems" on the day that Nintendo's new console releases.
Though, expect getting hold of a console on June 5 to be pretty tricky. "Expect to see long lines at popular Best Buy stores in US cities hours in advance of the midnight release date, and some in the crowd may not be able to get the new console," Best Buy told The Shortcut .
If you don't yet have a Switch 2 pre-order, and you want the console on launch day, you might need to prepare yourself for a long day/night of queueing.
GameStop confirms Switch 2 restock on the way
Didn't pre-order Switch 2? We got you. pic.twitter.com/6Xa4QUzM3gMay 16, 2025
The Switch 2 stock situation might a little frustrating right now, but there's good news for the launch week. GameStop has confirmed that it will have more Switch 2 inventory "in-store and online at launch." This is currently the only confirmed restock.
The retailer hasn't announced how it will handle online stock, but in-store launch events begin at 3 p.m. local time on June 4, with pick up starting at midnight ET and 9 p.m. PT. This might be your best chance to secure a Switch 2 for release day.
If you do want to try and buy a Nintendo Switch 2 during this launch restock, you'll want to head to your local GameStop nice and early. But if you'd rather wait for more consoles to be available online, I'm keeping an eye out for confirmed date and times.
Nintendo Switch 2 stock check — here's the state of play
So, it's pretty much a case of "as you were" this Monday morning. It's not a huge surprise, but I'm not seeing any fresh chances to secure a Switch 2 pre-order today.
I've checked through all of the retailers listed below, but if you want to have a look yourself (things can quickly change, and differ based on your local region), here's all the retailers worth checking right now...
- Nintendo: pre-order w/ invite
- Walmart: check stock
- Amazon: no pre-order info
- Newegg: check stock
- Target: check stock
- Antonline: check stock
- Best Buy: check stock
- GameStop: check stock
- Sam's Club: no pre-order info
- Dell: no pre-order info
Welcome!
Hello, it's the start of a new week, which means it's time to get back to Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order tracking. I'm about to do my first retailer sweep of the day, so give me a few minutes, and I'll let you know the score as we begin another working week.
