The Nintendo Switch 2 has officially launched in the U.S., hitting stores on June 5 at a price of $450. But, securing one may feel like a wild treasure hunt! With stock flying off the shelves, many retailers have already seen supplies dwindle.

Best Buy offered a brief window for online purchases on June 11 at noon ET, requiring in-store pickup, but by 1:40 PM, everything was sold out. Your best bet now is to check out Costco's bundles if you're a member, but the choices are pretty slim overall.

Where to Snag the Nintendo Switch 2

Retailers like Best Buy confirmed limited availability starting June 5, but online sales were halted during launch week. Despite a brief online restock on June 11, the Switch 2 is already gone again. Keep an eye on Best Buy's pages for potential new inventory!

Walmart kicked off online sales at midnight on June 5, but as of now, the standalone console and the popular Mario Kart bundle are out of stock. However, some units may still be available in physical stores!

Target and GameStop also jumped into the mix, initially offering the console on June 5. While Target's online stock quickly evaporated, visiting your local store could yield results. GameStop has been more inconsistent, showing varying availability at different locations.

Membership-based bulk retailers like Costco and Sam's Club still have harried shoppers, with bundles available intermittently. If you're not a member, BJ's had limited options open early on, but those are likely dried up now.

Verizon briefly carried the Switch 2, but only for their customers, and Amazon hasn't listed the console or even the first-party games yet, which means no pre-order options. Newegg has also been quiet, indicating higher prices from third-party sellers.

What's Hot: Nintendo Switch 2 Games and Accessories

While the coveted Mario Kart World bundle sells out quickly, it's worth noting that it has consistently been more available online than the base console. With Mario Kart as the big launch title at $80, it's not the worst deal to consider buying it if you manage to find a bundle.

Nintendo is operating on an invite-only system for the Switch 2 itself, requiring user accounts to meet specific criteria. If you qualify, sign up, but be prepared for a wait, as many early registrants are still awaiting invites.

Final Shopping Tips

To help you in your search, here’s a quick rundown of where you might still find the Nintendo Switch 2 and its accessories.

**Where to buy Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle:** - Walmart - GameStop - Best Buy - Target - Costco (membership required) - Sam’s Club (membership required) - Verizon (service required) **Where to buy Switch 2:** - Walmart - GameStop - Best Buy - Target - BJ's (membership required) - Verizon (service required) **Where to grab Nintendo Switch 2 games and accessories:** - The accessories and games, including the much-anticipated Donkey Kong Bananza, are available at various retailers, but act fast, as stock is fluctuating daily.

From game controllers to carrying cases, most accessories launched alongside the console but are already seeing inconsistent availability. Be ready to explore third-party options for protective gear if you need it right away.

The time to act is now—happy hunting!