Switch 2 stock tracker: where to buy Nintendo's console now
Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here – but where can you buy one?
Daily Stock Update
Friday 13th June: As promised, Argos has delivered – with the Switch 2 and Mario Kart World bundles back in stock, both online or to collect in store.
Not near an Argos? Smyths Toys isn't offering online orders, but the site does say that you can pick up in store (and use the online form to confirm your order prior).
And while Nintendo's official store had stock on Wednesday, that dried up quickly. But things are looking up!
Looking to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK? Now the console has launched, you can get hold of one – although demand for the handheld has been immense, with stock scarce.
But not all is lost! The on-sale date saw a slew of retailer options, enabling many to pick up the new console. Stock comes and goes, however, so you'll need to be quick when it's identified.
Which is why T3's official UK Nintendo Switch 2 stock tracker is here, updated daily, to monitor where you can snag yourself a brand new Nintendo Switch 2 console. For those in the USA, check out our separate US stock tracker here.
Where to buy a Switch 2 in the UK
Argos stock is live
As promised – in my piece published this morning about Argos restocking – there are Switch 2 bundles available online, or you can collect from a local Sainsbury's store that has an Argos within. Just in time for the weekend to spin through some Mario Kart fun!
Well, that didn't last long...
Unsurprisingly, Nintendo Store's stock was all snapped up in double-quick time. I still think it's likely to be a good source of future Switch 2 stock arrivals, though, so it's worth remaining logged in and checking daily.
Nintendo's official store has a re-stock!
Having just checked, I'm able to add a Switch 2 and Mario Kart World bundle to my basket via the official Nintendo site. So get to it, people, as now's your chance – and just in time for the weekend!
Signs of stock soon
While EE's stock ran dry in double-quick time, there are signs that some will be back elsewhere soon. Smyths Toys is saying 12-14 June is its expected window, while ShopTo has reopened its 'backorders' channel, so you can pay up front to be ahead in the line. Both are potentially decent purchase options in the coming days – you just need to keep a sharp lookout!
Possible EE stock for customers
I'm signed into EE's store where the Mario Kart bundle is showing as 'in stock' for me. If you're quick you might be able to snag the last one...
Day one was a sellout!
Gosh, that was all over in the blink of an eye. Despite good Switch 2 stock at Currys, Argos, EE and Amazon, the whole lot dried up within the 24 hours of launch. Probably not a giant surprise, given the excitement around Nintendo's new console!
So what next? Well, it looks as though there are more units en route to retailers, with the next anticipated shipping date sometime between 10 and 16 June. So not too long to wait, but when these consoles land you'll want to be quick on the buy button.
EE stock has landed
Just in time for launch day, EE has launched its Switch 2 stock onto its site. Yep, you can go buy the new Nintendo console right now. Buy it outright, or buy it on contract with £20 up front and monthly payments over 24 months thereafter (this isn't interest free, so it'll cost you more, but may suit some buyers better).
Add to basket at Currys
Yes, that's right, Switch 2 stock has returned to Currys. You can add to basket and pay – to then go in-store and collect from this Thursday 5 June.
Still, when the console has been so hard to obtain, for those within reach of a Currys store, this could be a great option to be a launch day Switch 2 owner!
UPDATE: And just like that, it's apparently gone! The ability to pre-order disappeared from the site in just a matter of minutes. So if you're keen and find an offer in the coming days, don't hesitate to jump on it!
More Curry's bundles live for pre-order
Two new bundles are live on the Curry's website that are available for pre-order. The first bundle includes Mario Kart World, The Legend of Zelda (Tears or a Kingdom and Breath of the Wild), plus a carry case and screen protector for £579.
The second bundle includes Mario Kart World, the Switch 2 Camera, Street Fighter 6 and a MicroSD memory card for £579.
There's also still a few more bundles on the main page, including a Joy-Con Wheel set and another Street Fighter bundle, both £569.
Currys has stock, with a catch
For those looking out for UK stock, there's some good Switch 2 news this morning – albeit with a catch. Currys let us know last night that it still has stock of two of its Switch 2 bundles, meaning you can, right now, reserve a console without any hassle.
However, they're not cheap bundles. One gets you the Switch 2, Mario Kart World, two spare Joy-Cons, two Joy-Con wheel attachments, and the Switch 2 Camera all in one – making for a sticker price of £569, which is quite a chunk. You can reserve that bundle right here.
The other gets you the Switch 2, Street Fighter 6: Year 1-2 Fighters Edition, a Switch 2 Pro Controller and the Switch 2 Camera, and it comes out at £569 too. You can grab that one here instead.
UK stock remains unavailable
While US retailers ramp up for the Switch 2 – without any tariff increase in price, phew – the UK stock remains sold out. I've checked through all the main retailers and updated the main page in the live blog to reflect any changes to landing pages and sign-up avenues.
US pre-orders get finalised
In big news for our friends over the water, the US pricing for the Switch 2 has finally been reconfirmed by Nintendo, staying at $449.99 – a pleasant surprise. It clearly hopes to ride out the tariff wars, at least in the short term, although some of the accessories that will launch with the console are going up in price modestly.
This means that a range of big US retailers are announcing when they'll set their pre-orders live, with most happening on 24 April, in a couple of days' time – although timing varies by retailer, so you'll want to check for exact confirmation.
Currys Stores offering Switch 2 pre-orders
I received an email from Currys this morning saying that pre-orders are once again open – except you can't order the Switch 2 online, the email suggests heading to your local store and speaking with staff.
It's an unusual route into the pre-order queue, but clearly Currys wants footfall in its stores, with the lure of being able to snag yourself a Switch 2 purchase for day one.
Mario Kart World Direct incoming
To further whet your appetite for the Switch 2, however, Nintendo is hosting a Mario Kart world specific preview today, Thursday 17th April, to give an overview of the game.
I've played it already and it's easily the best Mario Kart in many years, with tonnes more characters, vehicles and weapons to use across much larger, more varied tracks.
Here's 'How to watch Mario Kart World Direct' – and everything you need to know about the Switch 2 launch game.
US pre-orders expected 'soon'
After Nintendo pulled the pre-order process for the Switch 2 in the USA, amid tariff uncertainty, it's now expected to open pre-purchase options "within days".
If you're based in the US, then T3's news story on the subject will certainly be of interest to you. Go have a read.
And it's gone!
As predicted, that didn't take very long: ShopTo's Switch 2 pre-order bundled options sold out within the day on 15 April.
However, as we're still seven weeks away from Nintendo's new console launch, I wouldn't be surprised to see further stock allocations in the coming weeks.
So there's hope yet, folks!
Pre-orders live on ShopTo!
As promised, ShopTo pre-orders are open. I was able to add a 'Nintendo Switch 2 with Switch 2 Camera & Stealth Premium - Travel Pack' order to my basket, at £465.85.
That's the Switch 2 console, plus the official camera and a carry case included in the bundle. It's £69.90 more than the standalone console, but it'll get you in line for day-one delivery.
Don't forget the Express card
Also a reminder that the Switch 2's microSD expansion slot will only accept the new Express or 'EX' card types. This is an important differentiation, as the old card's interface type won't work for Switch 2 games.
My best suggestion is to pre-order a specific EX card, whether 128GB or 256GB, to ensure you can download games no dramas come launch day. There are Nintendo branded ones, as you can see in the shopping widget below, to complete your Switch 2 package.
ShopTo stock incoming!
Tue 15th April: PRE-ORDER STOCK DUE 10AM AT SHOPTO.NET.
Yes, Switch 2 hunters, as I confirmed in my pre-order due at ShopTo.net story, the online retailer will have Switch 2 bundles available at 10am today – but you'll have to be quick to secure one.