2025-05-05
Reflections on the Nintendo Switch, the hybrid console that changed gaming
The Switch 2 is nearly here, which means the original Switch is entering its twilight years. It’s been eight years since Nintendo released its revolutionary hybrid console, and while many fans have spent the last couple of those itching for the device to be replaced, now seems like an opportune time to look back at what its legacy may wind up being (while acknowledging that it still has some life ahead of it).
Instead of bleating on myself, though, I turned to the rest of the Engadget staff to see what comes to mind when they think of the Switch, as just about [...]
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Nintendo Switch 2 launches on Thursday, here's everything you need to know
With the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct showcase behind us, we now know more about the console than ever before, including its release date (June 5) and price ($450). We're also keeping a close eye on [...]
2025-07-24
How to buy the Switch 2: Nintendo's restock updates at Walmart, Best Buy, Target and others
Update (7/24/25): Only a couple of days after the new Switch 2 Pokémon Legends: Z-A bundle was announced, you can now pre-order it at various retailers or pick up an existing Switch 2 bundle that [...]
2025-05-29
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order updates ahead of the June 5 launch date
Update, 5/29/25: The Nintendo Switch 2 will launch soon on June 5. Pre-order advice currently remains the same, which is to say that you probably won't be able to pre-order the console before lau [...]
2025-05-09
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order updates: The latest on restocks, My Nintendo Store invites and more
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are officially live at Nintendo's online store — but only if you've received an invite. As advertised, the My Nintendo Store began sending out Switch 2 pre-ord [...]
2025-06-05
Nintendo Switch 2 has officially launched, here's everything you need to know
After years of leaks and months of teasers, the Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here. We've long known what the Switch 2 will look like, and when it'll arrive. We've told you how tariffs h [...]
2025-06-30
How to buy the Switch 2: Nintendo's restock updates from Walmart, Best Buy and more
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been available in the US for more than three weeks — and we finally saw a second wave of availability at retail as June was coming to an end. While it's too early to d [...]
2025-04-24
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders: Sold out at most retailers including GameStop, Walmart, Target, Best Buy and others
After (what felt like) a long delay, Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders have opened in the US and Canada. Nintendo finally opened up pre-orders in both regions on April 24, after previously announcing (and [...]
2025-07-14
How to buy the Switch 2: Nintendo's restock updates at Best Buy, Walmart and others
Update (7/14/25): Best Buy will reportedly restock Switch 2 consoles next on July 17, which coincides with the release of Donkey Kong Bananza. <br /> <br /> The Nintendo Switch 2 is fina [...]
2025-06-11
How to buy the Nintendo Switch 2: Stock updates for the new console and accessories
You can finally buy the Nintendo Switch 2 in the US — or at least, try to buy. The $450 console officially went up for sale on June 5, and several retailers have offered the device both online and i [...]