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

Nintendo has issued a crucial update regarding the release-day delivery of the much-anticipated Switch 2, particularly for fans in the U.S. After previously acknowledging struggles with meeting demand in Japan, Nintendo now warns that it cannot guarantee delivery by the June 5 release date for those who registered their interest via the My Nintendo Store. This means that invitation emails for purchasing the console might arrive after the Switch 2 hits the market. However, Nintendo assures that upon purchase, they will confirm the shipping date.

Nintendo expressed gratitude to those who have shown enthusiasm for the Switch 2, stating, "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 secure a Switch 2 on launch day, Nintendo suggests pre-ordering through third-party retailers, although this option has already seen the console sell out overnight. The company directed interested buyers to visit participating retail partners, such as GameStop, for a better chance of obtaining the console at launch. For those preferring to wait for an invitation from My Nintendo Store, no further action is required after registering interest.

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The challenges fans faced when attempting to pre-order the Switch 2 on April 24, combined with Nintendo's latest warning, indicate that obtaining the next-gen console around its launch will be quite difficult. Earlier in the week, Nintendo had warned its Japanese customers that a significant number would miss out on pre-ordering directly from the company. Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa reported that 2.2 million people in Japan alone applied for a pre-order from the My Nintendo Store, far exceeding their expectations and the available stock for the June 5 release date.

According to an FAQ on Nintendo's website, the first batch of invitations for the U.S. My Nintendo Store will be sent out starting May 8, 2025, with additional batches sent periodically until purchasing is open to everyone. These initial invitation emails will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible registrants who meet specific priority criteria. Those invited will have 72 hours to complete their purchase once the email is received.

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order invitation priority requirements:

• You must have been the one who purchased any Nintendo Switch Online membership.
• You must have had any paid Nintendo Switch Online membership for a minimum of 12 months.
• You must have opted in to share gameplay data and have at least 50 hours total gameplay hours.

Last week, Nintendo confirmed that pre-orders for the Switch 2 in the U.S. would start on April 24, 2025, maintaining the original price of $449.99 and the launch date of June 5. The Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle will remain priced at $499.99, with the physical and digital versions of Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza staying at $79.99 and $69.99, respectively. However, Nintendo has raised the prices of Switch 2 accessories due to ongoing tariff issues.

Originally, pre-orders were set to open on April 9, but Nintendo delayed them to assess the impact of tariffs and market conditions. For those looking to pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2, GameCube controllers, or other accessories and games, be sure to check our comprehensive Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order guide for the latest updates and tips on increasing your chances of securing a console on launch day.