Nintendo Switch shortage: selling out fast, but more are coming

Nintendo Switch shortage: selling out fast, but more than are coming

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With many people stuck in coronavirus lockdown, and the release of one very popular exclusive game, it'south no wonder that the Nintendo Switch is seeing stock shortages.

Nintendo told Gamespot that its wildly popular handheld/static hybrid console is in short supply for many retailers. Those that still have it in stock only have limited numbers, and have raised the prices accordingly.

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"Nintendo Switch hardware is selling out at various retail locations in the U.S., just more systems are on the fashion," Nintendo said. "Nosotros apologize for whatever inconvenience."

That'due south not to say there are no Switch consoles to be establish anywhere. However prices are significantly higher than RRP, even for pre-owned consoles.

Non only has the coronavirus pandemic encouraged people to purchase game consoles in club to safely spend time indoors, only the recent release of Creature Crossing: New Horizons has as well caused a huge uptick in sales.

In addition, the older fettle-focussed title Ring Fit Take chances has proved to be popular as a way of exercising without needing to get outdoors, so that peripheral is likewise in short supply.

The good news is that the Nintendo Switch Low-cal - identical to the standard Switch other than being unable to connect to a TV or monitor - is easier to purchase, especially when bought as part of a console and game bundle. However, it is no longer available on Amazon, probable the first port of phone call for many people who are considering purchasing one.

If you're on the hunt for a Switch yourself, you lot tin can cheque our list of retailers where to buy Nintendo Switch consoles, which is regularly updated with availability.

Richard is a Tom'due south Guide staff writer based in London, covering news, reviews and how-tos for phones, gaming, audio and any else people need advice on. Post-obit on from his MA in Magazine Journalism at the Academy of Sheffield, he'south also written for WIRED U.Thou., The Register and Artistic Bloq. When not at work, he's likely thinking almost how to mash the perfect cup of specialty coffee.