Switch 2 Restock Hits Best Buy for Donkey Kong Bananza Launch
▼ Summary
– Nintendo Switch 2 restocks will be available in-store at Best Buy on July 17, coinciding with the release of Donkey Kong Bananza.
– It’s unclear whether Best Buy will carry the $499.99 Mario Kart World bundle, the $449.99 stand-alone console, or both.
– Online shoppers can sign up for an Amazon invite to purchase a Switch 2 or its Mario Kart World bundle.
– Nintendo acknowledged high demand for the Switch 2, with 2.2 million lottery applications in Japan alone, exceeding supply expectations.
– Nintendo’s president apologized for ongoing supply shortages, stating efforts are underway to improve production and meet demand.
Gamers eager to get their hands on the Nintendo Switch 2 will find fresh stock arriving at Best Buy stores this week, just in time for the launch of Donkey Kong Bananza. The in-store restock begins Thursday, July 17, though details remain unclear about which console bundles will be available. While the $499.99 Mario Kart World bundle and the standalone $449.99 model are both possibilities, Best Buy cautioned that inventory may vary by location.
Those hoping for confirmation on bundle availability might need to wait a little longer. Retail representatives haven’t yet clarified whether the Mario Kart edition will be part of this restock. Updates will follow as more information emerges.
For shoppers preferring online purchases, Amazon’s invite system remains an option to secure either the standard Switch 2 or the Mario Kart bundle. Given the console’s scarcity since launch, this could be a viable alternative for those unable to visit physical stores.
Nintendo has openly addressed the challenges of keeping up with overwhelming demand. Before the Switch 2 even hit shelves, company president Shuntaro Furukawa noted that 2.2 million lottery applications poured in just from Japan, far surpassing initial production estimates. The console’s popularity has led to frequent sellouts worldwide, leaving many players empty-handed.
During Nintendo’s recent shareholder meeting, Furukawa reiterated the company’s struggles with supply shortages. “We recognize that demand continues to outpace availability in numerous markets,” he stated. “Our teams are actively working to scale production and deliver more units as quickly as possible.” Despite these efforts, the Switch 2 remains one of the most sought-after, and hardest to find, gaming systems on the market.
For now, checking local Best Buy stores this Thursday might be the best shot at snagging the elusive console. With Donkey Kong Bananza adding to the excitement, this restock could disappear fast.
(Source: Polygon)
