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Where to Find a Nintendo Switch 2 Right Now: Try Best Buy in Person
The Nintendo Switch 2's first day on sale was a blockbuster, as gamers lined up, retailers like Best Buy opened their doors at midnight, and online stocks disappeared.
If you're looking to buy a Switch 2 right now, try visiting a Best Buy store in person. Because the electronics retailer limited online sales to stop scalping, more consoles are available to purchase in person, and some stores may still have them available. If your local store doesn't have one, keep an eye on this page to find out when it will be available for purchase online.
And if you're wondering what all the fuss is about, here's what's going on.
Why everyone's excited to get their hands on the Switch 2
The original Nintendo Switch, released in 2017, was one of the Japanese game maker's biggest hits ever, selling 152 million units around the world to date. The Switch took off during the COVID-19 pandemic, and fans of all ages have since fallen in love with the Switch's portable design–it transitions seamlessly from console to handheld device–and its collection of favorites from Nintendo history like Mario Kart and The Legend of Zelda.
The Switch 2's subtle changes make the experience even better, whether you're playing on the small or the big screen. The 1080p LCD screen is now 7.9 inches, which is nearly 2 inches bigger than the original. The Switch 2 refreshes at a smooth 120Hz for handheld play and, when docked, can spit out 4K graphics depending on the game and the TV. Support for 4K is one of the biggest things fans have waited for, and the Switch 2's graphics, which Nintendo says are ten times better than the original Switch, are one of the main reasons everyone's rushing to buy it.
And, of course, they're excited about Mario Kart World, the latest update to the beloved franchise that's only available on the Switch 2. The new Mario Kart comes with a live audio-video chat so you can play with friends and family anywhere, anytime, and enjoy up to 24-player multiplayer races that CNET's Scott Stein says are "wild" and "a blast."
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A versatile console now does even more
The Switch 2 comes packed with smaller design upgrades that make it even more adaptable. The console has a U-shaped kickstand for more stable tabletop playing and the dock has a fan to cool down the Switch 2 after long sessions. A USB-C port on the top can connect a camera to FaceTime with friends. You know, a LAN party minus the danger of screenwatching.
The Joy-Cons – the special term for Switch's detachable controllers – now attach to the system with magnets, which eliminates the finicky task of lining up the plastic bits for those of us with Donkey Kong hands.
You can also face the inner side of the controller down on a surface and use it as a point-and-click mouse.
Get your Nintendo Switch 2 at Best Buy today
With stock limited online, your best bet for finding a Nintendo Switch 2 is in person at Best Buy. Find a store near you or keep an eye on this page to find out when the Switch 2 will be available online.
