Nintendo Switch 2 Available at Best Buy Starting July 1

The current availability of the Nintendo Switch 2 at Best Buy stores starting July 1 has become exciting news for gaming console enthusiasts. Several stores across 45 states in the U.S. are participating in the sales. Since its launch on June 5, finding this model has been challenging due to irregular stock at various retailers. Fortunately, starting July 1, Best Buy plans to replenish its inventory to meet nationwide demand.

According to information received from The Verge, the company reached out to Best Buy regarding the inventory: whether individual systems will be available for $449.99, a bundle with the game Mario Kart World for $499.99, or both options. This information will be updated once we receive a response. For a list of participating stores, it is recommended to visit the Switch 2 page on the Best Buy website.

Although purchasing the Switch 2 will require an in-store visit, this significantly simplifies the process—there's no need to wait in an online queue or face checkout issues. Despite the availability challenges in the first month after launch, the Switch 2 has already become the fastest-selling console in history, selling over 3.5 million units in the first four days.

The new handheld device features a 7.9-inch LCD display with a resolution of 1080p, significantly surpassing the 6.2-inch 720p screen of the original Nintendo Switch. The Joy-Con controllers are now magnetic, and the hardware boasts improved performance, making it a fantastic upgrade from previous models. As noted in his review for The Verge, Andrew Webster stated that this console "is quite good enough."