If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to grab the new Nintendo Switch 2 for yourself (or someone on your holiday list this year), now’s your moment.
This hybrid handheld console is available at most major retailers. But with the holiday shopping frenzy coming up, that could change quickly. Plus, Nintendo recently announced a price hike for the original Switch, and while the Switch 2 has been spared so far, the company did state that “price adjustments may be necessary in the future.”
Unless you want to risk paying more in the future, we’d recommend taking advantage of the current availability while you can. You can also preorder the new Pokemon Legends: Z-A bundle before it hits shelves on Oct. 16, which saves you around $20 compared to buying the game and console separately.
Below, we’ve broken down the current availability by retailer. We’ll continue to update this page throughout the holiday shopping season, so be sure to check back often.
We’re also keeping track of the accessories you’ll want for your new console, from screen protectors to cameras.
Amazon was late to the game with its Switch 2 listings, but it now has both the console alone and the Mario Kart World bundle available to buy, with one big caveat: it is currently implementing its “request an invite” system. So, you’ll have to hit that button and wait your turn if you want to buy one from there.
Best Buy has both versions of the console in stock but be aware that availability may vary by location. Best Buy is also offering preorders for the Pokemon Legends: Z-A bundle
UK shoppers don’t need an invitation to purchase the Switch 2 directly from Nintendo, but they will need to log in to their Nintendo account. Games and accessories are also available now.
The standalone console and Mario Kart World bundle are currently in stock online but you’ll need to check your postcode to find out more about your delivery and collection options.
Very has the Mario World Kart bundle and several other bonus bundle offers that include bonus games, microSD cards and more available now. You can also preorder the Pokemon Legends: Z-A bundle, which is available on Oct. 16.
The standalone console is sold out online, but EE mobile customers can get the Mario Kart World bundle.
The Mario Kart World bundle is available online and you can preorder the Pokemon Legends: Z-A bundle, but you’ll also find plenty of games and accessories in stock.
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The standalone console costs $450 and the Mario Kart World bundle is $500. It doesn’t look like that will be changing any time soon but Nintendo recently increased its prices for the original Switch console, as well as a handful of games and accessories. The Switch 2 console has not been affected so far, but the company said that “price adjustments may be necessary in the future.”
There are still some mixed feelings about Nintendo’s newest console. While some are happy to see that Nintendo hasn’t altered much about the wildly popular original Switch, others feel not enough has changed to justify the $150 price hike — with CNET gaming expert Scott Stein calling it a console that “feels a lot like an updated version of a system many people already own.” The confirmation that the US tariffs won’t be leading to any further price increases has helped stifle gamers’ exasperation a bit but many are still unhappy with the fact that select games will be selling for up to $20 more than the standard $60. We’re eager to see if most gamers consider the price hikes worth it now that they’re finally getting their hands on the new console and games.
Source: CNET.
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