The Nintendo Switch 2 is in stock now - where shoppers can buy before it's too late
The Nintendo Switch 2 will be released on June 5, and it has been sold out at many retailers for weeks
The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to hit UK shelves on June 5, offering a glimmer of hope for gamers who have been struggling with recent stock shortages.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is currently available in many locations, although it can be somewhat elusive. Stock has been gradually arriving at retailers, who are easing purchase restrictions.
Even Nintendo, which has been extending invites to its most loyal customers, now permits anyone with a Nintendo account to log in and purchase one.
This is ideal for those who have been waiting for the best place to buy the device. Retailers such as Amazon, Very, and Currys have added it to their inventory, alongside the brand's own site.
We've got all the details Nintendo enthusiasts need to know about the device. It does vary depending on the retailer, reports the Mirror. For example, Currys is offering it as part of its bundles.
Below, we've compiled everything we know so far about the console and where it can be purchased.
What do we know about the Nintendo Switch 2 just weeks before its release?
The console will launch on June 5 2025, and we have finally discovered its technical specifications. According to Eurogamer, the Switch 2 will boast a larger and more powerful CPU and GPU architecture, including an Ampere GPU, an ARM Cortex A78C CPU with clock speeds of 1101MHz when docked, and 12GB of LPDDR5X memory.
All these factors suggest a much more proficient console capable of running contemporary games without fretting over frame rates or resolution. This should also pave the way for more third-party ports being launched on the console in the future, with more announcements expected in the coming weeks.
Nintendo also revealed during the Direct that the device would feature a 1080p 120Hz 7.9-inch LCD screen, the ability to output 4K, and the ability to transform the Joy-Cons into mice. However, its hefty price tag is impossible to overlook. The most significant drawback to the new console is undoubtedly its cost. At nearly £400, it's a pricey investment for most gamers considering it solely for running newer games and an enhanced screen.
Meanwhile, if shoppers want some alternatives, shoppers can grab the older Switch from Amazon for £233. Or for Playstation fans, the PS5 Pro from Argos for £699.
Where can shoppers purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 console now?
Nintendo is the best option for gamers eager to get their hands on the Nintendo Switch 2 console immediately. They can secure one here for £394.99 or £429.99 directly from Nintendo.
Bear in mind that it's limited to one per account, so if shoppers order and cancel or desire another, they won't be able to purchase one. However, at the time of writing, it's the best place to buy it.
The silver lining is that other third-party websites also have the console in stock. Very has the console in stock at the time of writing - however, it has been dropping in and out of stock.
Retailers like Amazon and Currys are also worth considering as they still have bundles available for purchase.
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