Major U.S. retailers have confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will become available in their stores during the week of its June 5 release.
The new handheld console remains unavailable for online purchase although Target and GameStop along with Best Buy and Staples will provide limited in-store stock on launch day. The in-store availability gives customers who failed to secure preorders their last opportunity to purchase the product.
GameStop will start its launch events at stores across the country at 3 p.m. local time on June 4 while Target will launch an additional online console drop on June 6. The Mario Kart World package along with standalone consoles will be among the most sought-after products at launch.
The rapid consumption of preorders on all online platforms has forced potential buyers to explore different purchasing options. The retailers warn customers to arrive early because the high demand will result in extended waiting lines.
The Switch 2 has not received official technical specifications from Nintendo but initial previews indicate it will deliver enhanced performance and longer battery life together with improved display quality compared to the original model.
The Switch 2 launch stands as one of the most significant hardware releases of the current year. The Nintendo brand maintains strong market momentum while early inventory remains limited so customers should purchase the new console immediately before it becomes unavailable again.