Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Sells Out Globally Amid Scalper Resale Surge

The Nintendo Switch 2 has launched to high demand, quickly selling out at major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy, leaving many gamers struggling to find stock. The console features significant upgrades over the original, including a 7.9-inch HDR touchscreen, 120Hz refresh rate, 4K docked output, a custom Nvidia chipset, 12GB of RAM, and enhanced Joy-Con controllers, with a Mario Kart World bundle also available. Due to the scarcity, scalpers are reselling units at prices up to twice the retail cost, prompting Nintendo to try to combat resale listings through partnerships with third-party websites. Despite these challenges, Nintendo expects to sell 15 million units by March 2026. Stock availability varies by region, with prices ranging from about $347 in Japan to over $560 in Singapore, and limited sales options for some customers tied to mobile contracts. For those unwilling to wait for restocks, platforms like StockX offer the console at a premium, though restocks are anticipated soon in some markets.