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Zelda Switch 2 restock: sold out at Nintendo's US store, and Nintendo hasn't announced a restock date
Nintendo hasn't announced a restock date for the Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition of the Switch 2. As of Oct. 18, 2026, Nintendo's US store lists the $519.99 system as sold out, and its Canadian store shows the C$709.99 system sold out as well. The console comes out on Thursday, Oct. 29, and Nintendo's store took orders ahead of release with a limit of two per order. The three matching Zelda accessories, the $99.99 Pro Controller, the $109.99 Pro Controller with a display stand and the $39.99 carrying case, are out of stock on Nintendo's US store too. Retailers manage their own stock. For players who don't need the Zelda design, Nintendo's US store lists the standard Switch 2 at $499.99 and the Mario Kart World bundle at $549.99 as in stock, and the Nintendo Switch Sports Resort bundle at $529.99 can be ordered ahead of its Oct. 22 release.
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The Zelda Switch 2 sold out on Nintendo’s store before launch. Here’s where stock stands and which Switch 2 you can still order.
When is the Zelda Switch 2 restock?
Nintendo hasn’t announced one. As of Oct. 18, 2026, Nintendo’s US store lists the Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition of the Switch 2 as sold out at $519.99, and it gives no date for more stock. The system still shows as coming soon for its Oct. 29 release.
Nintendo’s Canadian store lists the system as sold out at C$709.99 as well. Retailers manage their own stock, so availability outside Nintendo’s store can differ.
Zelda Switch 2 release date and price
The system comes out on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, at $519.99, $20 more than the standard Switch 2. Nintendo’s store took orders ahead of release, with shipping from Oct. 29 and a limit of two per order. Our Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 page has the full box contents and the prices in Canada and Japan.
The game isn’t in the box. Ocarina of Time, rebuilt for Switch 2, launches separately on Nov. 5, and our Ocarina of Time remake release date page covers it.
Are the Zelda accessories sold out too?
Yes, on Nintendo’s US store. The Zelda Pro Controller at $99.99, the version with a display stand at $109.99 and the carrying case at $39.99 are all listed as out of stock as of Oct. 18, and all three come out on Oct. 29. Our Zelda Pro Controller page covers both controllers.
Which Switch 2 is in stock?
The standard models. Nintendo’s US store lists the Switch 2 at $499.99 and the Mario Kart World bundle at $549.99 as in stock, and the Nintendo Switch Sports Resort bundle at $529.99 can be ordered ahead of its Oct. 22 release. Our Switch 2 price page compares every bundle.
Those consoles have the standard look, though, without the Triforce dock, the Zelda patterns on the back or the green and gold Joy-Con 2.
This page is updated as soon as Nintendo announces a Zelda Switch 2 restock or the system comes back in stock on its store.
FAQ
When is the Zelda Switch 2 restock?
Nintendo hasn’t announced one. As of Oct. 18, 2026, its US store lists the Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition as sold out, with no date for more stock.
Is the Zelda Switch 2 sold out?
On Nintendo’s US and Canadian stores, yes. The $519.99 US system and the C$709.99 Canadian system are both listed as out of stock as of Oct. 18, 2026. Retailers manage their own stock.
When does the Zelda Switch 2 come out?
On Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026. Nintendo’s US store took orders ahead of release, with shipping from Oct. 29.
How many Zelda Switch 2 consoles can I buy?
Up to two. Nintendo’s US store allows a maximum of two Zelda Switch 2 systems per order.
Are the Zelda Switch 2 accessories sold out too?
On Nintendo’s US store, yes. The Zelda Pro Controller at $99.99, the version with a display stand at $109.99 and the carrying case at $39.99 are all listed as out of stock.
Is the regular Switch 2 in stock?
Yes. Nintendo’s US store lists the standard Switch 2 at $499.99 and the Mario Kart World bundle at $549.99 as in stock, and the Nintendo Switch Sports Resort bundle at $529.99 can be ordered ahead of its Oct. 22 release.
Does the Zelda Switch 2 come with a game?
No. Nintendo’s listing says the game isn’t included. Ocarina of Time, rebuilt for Switch 2, comes out separately on Nov. 5.
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How much does the Zelda Switch 2 cost on Nintendo’s US store?
Nintendo lists the Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition at $519.99, $20 more than the standard Switch 2.
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