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Here's where you can buy a Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch was, like most consoles during the pandemic, once in short supply. Fortunately, retailers like Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart now routinely stock the Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite in multiple configurations and color schemes, giving those who missed out plenty of opportunities to purchase Nintendo's versatile console.

We're keeping an eye on the web to find where you can buy a Nintendo Switch, the Nintendo Switch Lite (the handheld-only version of the console) and the new Nintendo Switch OLED model, as well as all the sets that seem like bargains.

Where can I buy a Nintendo Switch or Switch Lite right now?

  • On Amazon, you can buy an updated Nintendo Switch model with gray Joy-Cons, plus a 64GB SanDisk MicroSD card for $314. If you want to upgrade, Amazon offers two additional plans, one with a 128GB SanDisk MicroSD Card for $322 and one with a 256GB SanDisk MicroSD Card for $344.
  • You can buy the updated Nintendo Switch model with gray Joy-Cons or red and blue Joy-Cons for $300 at Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, GameStop, and Target. The Animal Crossing:New Horizons The edition is also available for purchase from Nintendo for $299, as well as most other retailers.
  • Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Walmart, and B&H Photo all have Nintendo Switch Lite stock available in different colors for $200.
  • If you're not against buying a used or refurbished console, you'll want to check out GameStop. Another good place to look is Nintendo's online store, where you can often find refurbished Switch consoles. Currently, Nintendo is offering the second-generation Nintendo Switch with gray Joy-Cons for $260, in addition to most Switch Lite color configurations for $170.

Here s where you can buy a Nintendo Switch

Where can I buy a Nintendo Switch OLED right now?

The Nintendo Switch OLED officially went on sale today, October 8, for $350 and comes with plenty of upgrades, including a vibrant 7-inch OLED display and an improved kickstand that offers much greater stability. The speakers get a bit louder and offer a clearer touch too, and a wired Ethernet port is built right into the docking station.

As of this writing, the Nintendo Switch OLED is only available at Best Buy, however, both Gamestop, Amazon, and Nintendo had the hybrid console available at launch. If you're going the Best Buy route, just be sure to log in to your store account before trying to add one to your cart.

Here s where you can buy a Nintendo Switch