Nintendo Warns U.S. Customers: Switch 2 Delivery Not Guaranteed Due to High Demand

As the release date for the Nintendo Switch 2 approaches, U.S. fans are now receiving a familiar message from Nintendo: delivery on launch day is not guaranteed. This comes after the company previously warned of supply shortages in Japan, where demand has far outpaced availability.

In an official update posted on its website, Nintendo informed users who registered interest in purchasing through the My Nintendo Store that they may not receive their console by the June 5 launch date. Those who have already registered should be aware that invitation emails could arrive *after* the release date. However, once you complete your purchase, Nintendo will confirm your exact shipping date.

“Thank you to those of you who have already registered your interest in purchasing from My Nintendo Store,” the statement reads. “We're thrilled by the enthusiasm for Nintendo Switch 2! Due to the very high demand, we will be working diligently to fulfill orders as product becomes available, but delivery by June 5 is not guaranteed. Your invitation email may arrive after the Nintendo Switch 2 launch. We'll confirm your shipping date upon purchase.”

For those eager to get their hands on the new console at launch, Nintendo is now suggesting that pre-ordering through third-party retailers might offer better odds—though this may come as a surprise to many, given that Switch 2 systems are already sold out across most platforms. The company has linked to participating retail partners, including GameStop (which currently lists the system as unavailable).

Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order and Availability Challenges

Nintendo has acknowledged the intense global demand for the Switch 2. In Japan alone, over 2.2 million people attempted to pre-order the console directly from the My Nintendo Store—a number that greatly exceeds available stock for June 5 delivery. President Shuntaro Furukawa confirmed that a “significant” portion of applicants would miss out due to limited supply.

The first wave of U.S. invitations will begin on May 8, 2025, with additional batches sent periodically until the store opens to the general public. Invitations will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible registrants who meet specific priority criteria:

• You must have purchased any Nintendo Switch Online membership yourself.
• You must have held a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership for at least 12 months.
• You must have opted in to share gameplay data and accumulated at least 50 hours of total gameplay time.

Once invited, users will have 72 hours to complete their purchase before the opportunity expires.

Price and Launch Details

Nintendo has maintained the original MSRP of $449.99 for the base model of the Nintendo Switch 2, with the June 5 launch date unchanged. The Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle remains priced at $499.99, while both the physical and digital versions of Mario Kart World ($79.99) and Donkey Kong Bananza ($69.99) will retain their initial pricing.

However, due to ongoing tariff pressures, Nintendo has raised the prices of certain accessories. This reflects broader market conditions and the rising costs associated with hardware production and distribution.

Gallery: Nintendo Switch 2 System and Accessories

Fan Reactions and Poll: Which Nintendo Switch 2 Game Are You Most Excited For?

With pre-orders selling out almost instantly and access via My Nintendo Store limited, fans around the world are bracing for a tough launch period. Among the highly anticipated titles launching alongside the Switch 2 are:

• The Duskbloods
• Donkey Kong: Bananza
• Mario Kart World
• Hollow Knight: Silksong

Fans are encouraged to stay updated through Nintendo’s official channels and trusted gaming news sources for restock alerts and further details on future shipments.

For more information and guidance on how to improve your chances of securing a Nintendo Switch 2 at launch, check out our comprehensive pre-order guide and follow our tips for maximizing your opportunities to join the next generation of Nintendo gaming.