Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are stirring excitement as customers report early shipping confirmations from Walmart.
With the official release date locked for June 5, many fans didn’t expect to see shipment emails so soon. However, Reddit and other platforms are buzzing with posts showing Walmart pre-orders preparing to ship.
During April’s chaotic pre-order window, many retailers faced system overloads and technical issues. Walmart was no exception, canceling some orders due to internal problems. Still, recent email confirmations suggest that several orders are now on the move. Walmart customers, like Reddit user secat93 said they received updates indicating that their Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are set for dispatch.
Customers who locked in their orders should check their emails and bank statements. Walmart has started charging payment methods, confirming that the shipping process is underway for some buyers. Depending on your location, your console may arrive on launch day—or a couple of days later.
Midnight launches and regional inventory limits
Retailers like GameStop and Best Buy are embracing midnight launches to handle the high demand. Meanwhile, boxes of Switch 2 units have already started arriving in stores, tightly secured in caged pallets. These will only be released to customers starting June 5.
Walmart has listed local inventory numbers online, giving users a glimpse of how many consoles each store may carry. However, stock availability varies by region, so customers are encouraged to check their specific location for details. The demand is real, and so is the competition.
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Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders overwhelm global markets
As U.S. buyers report early shipments, gamers in other parts of the world aren’t as lucky. A recent survey from Japan highlights that many hopeful buyers still haven’t secured a console. Pre-orders were filled rapidly, leaving thousands without a guaranteed unit on release day.
Nintendo may be facing production bottlenecks due to immense global demand. Still, launch titles like Mario Kart World and free hardware upgrades for titles like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet keep the hype at peak levels. Whether you’ve pre-ordered or are hunting a day-one unit, the Nintendo Switch 2 is easily 2025’s most anticipated gaming release.