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

Nintendo has issued a crucial update for U.S. fans eagerly awaiting the release of the Nintendo Switch 2. The company announced on its website that it might not be able to guarantee delivery by the June 5 release date for those who have registered their interest through the My Nintendo Store. This warning comes after Nintendo acknowledged its struggle to meet demand in Japan, highlighting the high anticipation surrounding the next-gen console.

In a statement, Nintendo expressed gratitude for the overwhelming enthusiasm for the Switch 2 and cautioned that invitation emails for purchase might arrive after the console's launch. However, they reassured customers that a confirmed shipping date would be provided upon purchase. This news follows the company's earlier announcement that pre-orders for the Switch 2, originally set to begin on April 9, were delayed to April 24 to assess the impact of tariffs and market conditions.

Nintendo also suggested that fans might have a better chance of securing a Switch 2 at launch by pre-ordering through third-party retailers, although stocks have already sold out at major outlets like GameStop following the pre-order launch. For those willing to wait, no further action is needed after registering interest with the My Nintendo Store.

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The challenges faced by fans trying to pre-order the Switch 2 on April 24, coupled with Nintendo's warning, indicate that obtaining the console around its launch date may be difficult. Earlier, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa revealed that 2.2 million people in Japan alone had applied to pre-order the Switch 2 from the My Nintendo Store, far exceeding the available stock for the launch date.

For U.S. customers, the first batch of invitation emails from the My Nintendo Store will start going out on May 8, 2025, with additional batches sent periodically until purchasing is open to everyone. These invitations will be sent on a first-come, first-serve basis to those who meet specific priority criteria, including having a Nintendo Switch Online membership for at least 12 months, opting in to share gameplay data, and having logged at least 50 hours of gameplay. Invitees will have 72 hours to complete their purchase once the email is received.

Last week, Nintendo confirmed that the Switch 2 would launch at $449.99 on June 5, with the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle priced at $499.99. The prices for Mario Kart World ($79.99) and Donkey Kong Bananza ($69.99) will remain unchanged at launch, though the cost of Switch 2 accessories has been raised due to ongoing tariff issues.

For those interested in pre-ordering the Nintendo Switch 2, GameCube controllers, or other accessories and games, keep an eye on our Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order guide for the latest updates and information. Additionally, you can find out more about how to increase your chances of getting a new Nintendo Switch 2 console on day one.