We’ve grown used to supply shortages after a new game console comes out. I don’t even remember how many months it was after the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S came out that you could just go online and order one without any issue. To date, the Switch 2 stock seems to have been more available than other recent consoles (it’s the fastest-selling console in US history, after all). But generally since launch, if you looked for a Switch 2 at any of the usual retailers online, it’s almost certainly been unavailable. Until now: Nintendo Switch 2 is currently in stock at most retailers.
Get a Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle
- Get it at Target - $499.99 - Note: select "shipping" if it shows unavailable
- Get it at Walmart - $499.99
- Get it at Best Buy - $499.99
If you have any love for the Mario Kart franchise, I’d recommend getting this bundle. It saves you $30 versus buying a Switch 2 and the game separately. Mario Kart World is also a very fun multiplayer game, whether you have friends over or you’re playing online. And if you want to know why, check out our 8/10 review.
Get a Nintendo Switch 2
- Get it at Walmart - $449.99
- Get it at Best Buy - $449.99
- Get it at Target - $449.99
If you’re not a Mario Kart fan, you can pick up a Switch 2 without a pack-in game and save $50. Definitely not a bad way to go if you won't miss puttering around through an open-world Mushroom Kingdom and unlocking outfits and such. This console-only SKU is available at Walmart and Best Buy at the time of this writing.
Amazon Switch 2 Invites Are Going Out Fast
Amazon shoppers can’t buy a Switch 2 immediately, but you can click the “request invite” button on the listing page and you’ll receive an email when it’s ready to buy. One of our editors requested an invite last week on Wednesday, and the email arrived on Friday. So the turnaround time seems pretty short if Amazon is your preferred retailer.
You Can Easily Preorder the Switch 2 Pokemon: Legends Z-A Bundle
If you’re a Pokemon superfan and don’t mind waiting to get your Switch 2, you can preorder a bundle that comes with a Switch 2 and a digital code for Pokemon: Legends Z-A. The game, and thus the bundle, releases on October 16.
Note that there’s nothing special about the Switch 2 hardware in this bundle – it’s not Pokemon-themed or anything. It’s just a standard Switch 2 and a code for the game. But buying this bundle saves you $20 versus buying them separately, as the game itself costs $70 normally (see it at Amazon).
Get Donkey Kong Bananza
I’m including this here because I’m currently playing Donkey Kong Bananza, and I can’t remember the last time I had this much fun with a game. It’s pure delight, right from the start. If you have a Switch 2 or are getting one soon, definitely pick up this 10/10 masterpiece. You won’t regret it.
Also check out our recommendations for Switch 2 accessories like cases, screen protectors, and controllers, because you'll probably want to pick up a few of those as well.
Chris Reed is a commerce editor and deals expert for IGN. He also runs IGN's board game and LEGO coverage. You can follow him on Bluesky.
