TL;DR: The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is launching on June 5. If you weren’t able to secure a preorder, consider heading to these retailers in person: Best Buy, Target, Staples, GameStop, Costco, Sam’s Club, and Walmart.
The countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 release has been tumultuous. Delays caused by President Trump’s tariffs impacted initial preorders, and the websites of major retailers crashed when preorders opened. Even those who succeeded in preordering could have experienced cancellations without notice. The demand is immense, and numerous retailers likely oversold their inventory. To obtain a Nintendo Switch 2, attempt to visit a nearby chain retailer in person.
Here are the locations to purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 in person on launch day (June 5). Arrive early and think about bringing a chair.
Best Buy
Opening time: 12:01 a.m. ET
Most Best Buy locations will offer a limited number of consoles available for in-person purchases starting at midnight ET on June 5. Stores will be open for two hours and will provide a limited-edition collectible coin. Check the retailer’s Switch 2 landing page to verify if your local store is partaking.
Target
Opening time: 8:00 a.m. local time
Target locations will open at their typical time on June 5 (generally at 8 a.m.). Customers can queue “in the designated line area” close to the entrance. Target staff will hand out reservation tickets to those at the front of the line. If you obtain a ticket, you’ll be directed to the electronics section to buy one Switch 2 or bundle. For more information, refer to Target’s press release.
Staples
Opening time: 8:00 a.m. local time
Selected Staples locations will provide the Switch 2 and an unspecified game bundle on a first-come, first-served basis starting June 5. Most shops open at 8:00 a.m., with a restriction of one console per customer. Visit the Staples Switch 2 landing page for stores participating.
GameStop
Opening time: 3:00 p.m. local time (June 4)
Head to your nearest GameStop for a midnight launch event of the Nintendo Switch 2. The celebration kicks off at 3 p.m. local time on June 4. Certain locations will provide a complimentary can of Red Bull to GameStop Pro members. Check the GameStop events page for participating stores.
Sam’s Club
Opening time: 10:00 a.m. local time
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