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From Wicker to Zelda: Ocarina of Time: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Olivia Colman and Alexander Skarsgård star in a new fantasy romance, and Nintendo’s revered 1998 classic gets a fresh coat of paint
Why Nintendo is betting on a nearly 30-year-old game remake to win the holiday
“Saturday Night Live” poked fun at characters from two of the holiday season’s most anticipated video game releases last month: Link from the upcoming remake of “The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time” and Jason from “Grand Theft Auto VI.”
Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock: Walmart and Target confirm exact release dates
🎮 The Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 is out today, October 29, but Walmart and Target are planning online restocks for November 6 🚨 Our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker @mattswider on X will send out an alert as soon as stock appears 👀 Walmart was our top pick to have a restock, but a supply chain delay has pushed the date back ⌚ GameStop, Best Buy, and Nintendo are holding in-store midnight launches where units will be available Walmart: Zelda Switch 2 console Best Buy: Zelda Switch 2 console GameStop: Zelda Switch 2 console Target: Zelda Switch 2 console Nintendo: Zelda Switch 2 console 🚨 We’re tracking Zelda Switch 2 stock updates. If you’d like to know when more stock arrives, follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications. You can also become a free or paid subscriber to The Shortcut to help support our work. 🚨 A new update has dashed our hopes of a major Walmart restock of the Zelda Switch 2 console, which we were confident would happen today. However, a new Reddit post (thanks, Wario64) has revealed that Walmart is waiting until at least November 6 to sell the special edition console online. 🚨 Want the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2? Drop your email for restock alerts before it sells out. ⤵️ Subscribe A employee note says: “Due to a supply chain delay, some stores may not receive the Nintendo Switch 2 Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition in time for its planned Oct. 29 release. To allow time to fulfill preorders and reshop inventory as needed, the point-of-sale (POS) block will remain in place through at least Friday, Nov. 6. As inventory arrives, orders will be fulfilled based on preorder priority and available inventory.” The Redditor who posted the news shared that some people were able to get the console from Walmart after 8:00am local time, so there is still hope. Target recently updated its Zelda Switch 2 listing to reveal that it will also start taking orders of on November 6, with in stores orders beginning November 5. Clearly, the supply chain delay is impacting other stores, otherwise we likely would have seen a restock take place today, as we initially predicted. We now know that Walmart and Target will be taking online orders, and that Best Buy and Nintendo are holding in-store events on November 5. GameStop is also letting customers pre-order in-store via their website. Despite the news, we’ll still be tracking every retailer with our restock tracker, which provides up-to-the-second information whether something is in stock. If the Zelda Switch 2 does appear – which it might – our followers will still be one of the first to know. Up next: PS5 Pro restock: it’s available again, but you’re paying more than you should Subscribe Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.
Reminder: Zelda: Ocarina Of Time - Playable Ocarina Available Now On The Nintendo Store
Check your local store for stock
PSA: Want To Learn Link's Ocarina Tunes? Nintendo's Got The Sheet Music For All Of Them
Hylian how-to
First Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay revealed for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation
Check out the very first gameplay of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation running on Nintendo Switch 2.
We're still missing these Nintendo Switch 2 Editions
Over a year after the Switch 2's launch, we're still missing Switch 2 Editions for certain high-profile Nintendo games.
Stellar Blade Nintendo Switch 2 tech analysis, including frame rate and resolution
Stellar Blade came to Nintendo Switch 2 this week, and thanks to Digital Foundry, we have various technical details covering frame rate, resolution, and more. Stellar Blade is one of the first games on the console to use frame generation, which is one of the things discussed here. We also have information about changes and cutbacks compared to the PS5...
The Pokémon Company Is Counting Down To A Mysterious Date On Social Media
But what's it for?
Nintendo Celebrates Zelda's 40th Anniversary With An Exclusive Pin Set (US)
Get it while you can
Nintendo talks Switch 2 hardware sales following price increase, Zelda console doing well, Ocarina of Time off to "a very strong start"
Nintendo has shared a number of comments regarding sales of Switch 2 hardware following the system’s price increase plus early information about the performance of the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. During a financial Q&A this week, one investor mentioned that Nintendo Switch 2 sales momentum seems to have slowed a bit after the console’s price went up. However, president...
Nintendo Indie World October 2026 Showcase: All The Biggest Announcements
Here's a closer look at everything that Nintendo is showing off in the October edition of the Indie World Showcase.
Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock update: the Nintendo Store remains your best bet
🎮 The Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 was released on October 29 and flashed in and out of stock at the Nintendo Store 🚨 Our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker @mattswider on X will send out an alert as soon as stock appears 👀 Walmart was our top pick to have a restock, but a supply chain delay has pushed the date back ⌚ In-store midnight launches are being held at GameStop, Best Buy, and Nintendo New York/San Francisco Walmart: Zelda Switch 2 console Best Buy: Zelda Switch 2 console GameStop: Zelda Switch 2 console Nintendo: Zelda Switch 2 console 🚨 We’re tracking Zelda Switch 2 stock updates. If you’d like to know when more stock arrives, follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications. You can also become a free or paid subscriber to The Shortcut to help support our work. 🚨 The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 launched yesterday, and it was the Nintendo Store that held the most restocks. The console flashed in and out of stock repeatedly throughout the day as limited units were sold and quickly snapped up. 🚨 Want the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2? Drop your email for restock alerts before it sells out. ⤵️ Subscribe Many were met with error messages, “sold out” signs, or “couldn’t add the required amount” to their baskets. However, with a little persistence and luck, others were more successful. As it stands, it’s the best place to try to get the Zelda Switch 2, even if the experience can be a little frustrating. We’re expecting a similar situation today as our tracker continues to receive restock alerts. However, we’re reluctant to share them all as many have been false flags, but we immediately notified The Shortcut followers once the first restock went live. [ The Shortcut@theshortcut Zelda Switch 2 is back in stock at the Nintendo Store: nintendo.com Nintendo Switch™ 2 – The Legend of Zelda™ – 40th Anniversary Edition - Nintendo Official Site 4:18 PM · Oct 29, 2026 · 2.09K Views 2 Replies · 2 Likes ](https://x.com/theshortcut/status/2115840807773299128?a=b6yhtCFmoswv5lWWvEs&s=20) Amazon was the only other retailer to hold an online restock, though it sold out almost instantly. No more restocks took place, and sadly, the major Walmart restock of the Zelda Switch 2, which we were confident would take place, did not happen because of a supply chain issue. [ Matt Swider (The Shortcut)@mattswider ](https://x.com/mattswider/status/2115824408938111299?a=quc3qYd6I_Qe5wag2lU&s=20) 🚨 Zelda Switch 2 console at Amazon right now amazon.com/dp/B0HJ6F8L6V?… amazon.com Nintendo Switch™ 2 –The Legend of Zelda™ – 40th Anniversary Edition 3:13 PM · Oct 29, 2026 · 76.7K Views 32 Replies · 4 Reposts · 57 Likes The console will now be available to order online at Walmart on November 6, with Target also offering the same date. Some lucky shoppers could also get the Zelda Switch 2 in-store, with The Shortcut readers sharing their personal accounts of getting the console at Walmart and helping each other out. If you’re willing to travel to your local store, Best Buy and Nintendo are holding in-store events on November 5 (though you’ll need a Warp Pipe Pass for Nintendo’s event). GameStop is also letting customers pre-order in-store.. We’ll still be tracking every retailer with our exclusive Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 restock tracker, which provides up-to-the-second information when the Zelda Switch 2 is in stock. If the console appears – which it might – our followers will still be the first to know. Up next: PS5 Pro restock: it’s available again, but you’re paying more than you should Subscribe Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.
Mario Kart World Already Runs at Full Speed on PC via Switch 2 Emulator Eglantine, Just Over a Week After the Jailbreak
Eden has just added experimental support for Nintendo Switch 2 emulation on PC, and its fork Eglantine is already running Mario Kart World.
Monolith Soft details its involvement with Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake
Monolith Soft has officially come forward to confirm its involvement with The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on Nintendo Switch 2. The company posted about the news on social media. Monolith Soft says it “handled partial contract development of the game design, programming, and graphics.” Monolith Soft can also be found in the title’s credits. The company is...
Nintendo announces Zelda: Ocarina of Time UK midnight launch, with free N64 boxes up for grabs
Nintendo is hosting a UK midnight launch for Zelda: Ocarina of Time’s Switch 2 remake…
This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: Prinny Party: Going Overboard!, Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy, more
The remake of Prinny Party: Going Overboard! for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC, and Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy for Switch 2 are the highlights of this we…
Nintendo Got the Original Zelda: Ocarina of Time Artist to Draw the Remake's Map
"We asked the artist to draw a new map"
Nintendo Switch 2 Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition restock live — Target confirms online drop this week
Ocarina of Time launch day could bring Zelda Switch 2 restock
Nintendo Showcases Every Switch 1 & 2 Indie World Game In New Infographic
Do any take your fancy?
Doug Bowser: Nintendo doesn’t “feel the need” to bring games to other platforms
GamesBeat has gathered some influential people from the video games industry for a special talk on the state of the industry. The individuals heading the talk were Doug Bowser…
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Now Runs at 60 FPS on PC Emulators Lichii and Eglantine, a Day After Booting at 20-30 FPS
The Nintendo Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time already runs at 60 frames per second on various PC emulators.
Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Now Boots on Jailbroken PS5 and iPhone 17 Pro Max
Nintendo's Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake launched on Switch 2 on November 5, and it is already running on a jailbroken PlayStation 5 and an iPhone. On PS5, Vampinity posted results in the GitHub repository for EglantinePS5, a PS5 port of a Switch emulator based on Eden. On firmware 12.40, the...
Still searching for a Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2? Nintendo has good news
🥳 Nintendo confirmed Zelda 40th anniversary celebrations will continue into next year, suggesting ongoing Switch 2 restocks 🚨 Want the Zelda Switch 2? Follow our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker @mattswider on X and we’ll send out an alert when stock appears 🙏 Unlike other limited editions, the console is not expected to have a restricted production run 💰 The special edition costs $519.99 for its ornate design, but does not include the Ocarina of Time remake 🙌 Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa ruled out future console price increases due to secured memory supply Walmart: Zelda Switch 2 console Best Buy: Zelda Switch 2 console GameStop: Zelda Switch 2 console Nintendo: Zelda Switch 2 console 🚨 Restock Dashboard: Get our live, audible siren alerts The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 is hard to find right now, though we’re doing our best to help people get one using our exclusive restock tracker. However, there is some good news to share. 🚨 We’re tracking Zelda Switch 2 stock updates. If you’d like to know when more stock arrives, follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications. You can also become a free or paid subscriber to The Shortcut to help support our work. 🚨 Subscribe Nintendo has provided an update that suggests the console will be easier to obtain in the future. Speaking during Nintendo’s financial results, president Shuntaro Furukawa said that The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary celebrations will continue into next year (thanks, Stealth40k). That strongly suggests that the Zelda Switch 2 console will continue to be restocked, and that it won’t be constrained by a limited production run. Unlike the Xbox Series X25 limited edition – where only 25,000 units have been produced – the Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 should be more obtainable once the initial demand from buyers dies down. Of course, whether you can wait as long as next year to get hold of the Zelda Switch 2 is one thing, but knowing that the console will eventually become more widely available should please those who are worried about missing out. The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary special edition Switch 2 costs $519.99, but doesn’t include a copy of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. You’re basically paying a $20 premium over the standard Switch 2 for the beautiful ornate design. Luckily, it sounds like the price of the Switch 2 will remain at $499.99 for the foreseeable. Furukawa ruled out any future price increases as Nintendo has managed to secure sufficient quantities of memory. That also means the price of the Zelda Switch 2 won’t be affected. Up next: Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 restock: here’s when Target should have stock Subscribe Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.
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In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, fans line up to be among the first to buy The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo tried adding fast travel to The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, before devs realised "we were missing out on the moments of discovery"
Nintendo tried to add Breath of the Wild-style warp points to the Ocarina of Time remake, but quickly realised the feature didn't mesh with the N64 classic.
Metroid Prime Trilogy engineer explains why he thinks the motorcycle sections in Metroid Prime 4 were ‘just a waste’
Jack Mathews thinks the Sol Valley Vi-O-La sections led to a “split focus”…
Zelda Chief Eiji Aonuma Says Some of the Younger Members of the Ocarina of Time Remake Team Had Never Played the Original Game — and That's a Good Thing
Eiji Aonuma, producer of the Zelda series at Nintendo, has said some of the younger members of his team had never played the original Ocarina of Time, but insisted that was very much a good thing for the development of the remake.
Nintendo’s First-Half Profit Rose on Stronger Software Sales, New ‘Mario’ Movie
The Japanese videogame maker said Thursday that net profit rose 11% from a year earlier to 220.92 billion yen, equivalent to $1.39 billion, for the six months ended September.
Capcom explains why it didn't start the Resident Evil remake series with Resident Evil 1
Capcom talks about why it didn't start the Resident Evil remake series with Resident Evil 1.
Gallery: Here's A Closer Look At The Zelda 40th Anniversary Special Edition Switch 2
Da, da, da, DAAAAA
The Making Of: Tomb Raider (Game Boy) - 'The Editors Had to Retcon the Score Because It Was Higher than Pokémon and Zelda'
Matt Charlesworth on Lara's Nintendo debut
Why the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Is Impossible to Find Online—Even Though Some Retailers Actually Have It Sitting on In-Store Shelves
Finding a Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 online remains nearly impossible, but major retailers are quietly restocking physical stores. Here is the latest stock breakdown.
Video: Nintendo Highlights Eight New Things In Zelda: Ocarina Of Time (Switch 2)
What are you most excited about?
Receive a Spewpa That Can Evolve into a Random Vivillon Pattern in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A
Celebrate the release of Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Mega Dimension with this Mystery Gift.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Studio Officially Revealed
Nintendo finally pulls back the curtain
Korea: A number of classic Capcom console games have been rated
It would appear as though Capcom is readying a new collection of classic games as a variety of them have just been rated by The Game Rating and Administration Committee of Korea. A number of them have…
Nintendo Switch games can now run on Mac thanks to a Wine-like tool, and 85 titles are already compatible
Nxnative allows Switch games to run on Apple silicon.
Minecraft Has Been Updated To Ver. 26.60 On Switch 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
New experimental biomes! Blocks! Projectiles!
Nintendo Switch 2 gets its first reportedly 100% native PlayStation 1 emulator
Nintendo Switch 2 now reportedly runs PlayStation 1 games through a fully native homebrew emulator developed by Izmysh. The project uses the console filesystem and microSD storage.
Popular Nintendo Blogger Supper Mario Broth Says He May Only Have a Year to Live
A popular Nintendo blogger who tells his viewers obscure facts about Super Mario has been hit with serious health conditions, including heart failure. The online personality has vowed to continue running the blog for as long as he’s able.
Nintendo's Mysterious Countdown Could Point Toward A Pokémon Wind And Waves Reveal
Hints dropped on social media suggest something important is happening on November 30
Nintendo Switch 2 Homebrew Is ‘Very Close to an Amazing Era,’ Says Modder Behind a 60 FPS Mario & Luigi: Brothership Mod
A Nintendo Switch 2 mod runs Mario & Luigi: Brothership at 60 FPS, showing the power of backward-compatible homebrew
Zelda: Ocarina of Time Nintendo Switch 2 remake "What's New" trailer
Nintendo just put out a new trailer for its Zelda: Ocarina of Time that goes over everything that’s new for the remake on Switch 2. This comes ahead of the launch on November 5, 2026. As a quick recap, Nintendo implemented a number of new features and extras. As a quick rundown, the game has dashing, jumping, gyro aiming, reimagined...
Nintendo Reveals Development Team Behind The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake
Nintendo has revealed the development team responsible for creating The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake.
The Legend of Zelda Edition Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Drops to $55.99 Ahead of Black Friday
Switch 2 compatible.
Pikmin 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launches 12th November and a demo is out tomorrow
Pikmin 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launches on 12th November with new Dandori Academy mode, and a demo arrives on the eShop on 2nd November.
Walmart makes big amends for Zelda Switch 2 console cancellations
There were some very disappointed Walmart customers on Wednesday as the day before the Zelda-themed Nintendo Switch 2 console was released Walmart cancelled a number of orders due to the retailer…
Nintendo cancels Kirby Air Riders Halloween event
Nintendo recently started up a new Halloween event for Kirby Air Riders, but it has now been cancelled. The main menu and Paddock took on a special Halloween theme. During the event, players could earn event points to unlock Halloween-themed materials and cosmetics, including a ghost hat. Unfortunately, players quickly noticed that the Kirby Air Riders Halloween event was very...
Shigeru Miyamoto Declares Pikmin Day In Surprise Nintendo Direct
While there were no new games announced, the Direct provided updates for the upcoming edition of Pikmin 4, Pikmin Bloom and crocheted hats
The tech memory shortage comes for Nintendo's cartridge supply chain
And what that could mean for physical Switch game costs.
Official Zelda Switch 2 Console Restocks Have a Release Date
Nintendo and specific retailers confirm when restocks of the popular Zelda-themed Switch 2 console will happen, giving buyers a chance to plan ahead.
Pokemon has a mystery countdown going
Pokemon recently started a new countdown, but it’s anybody’s guess what it will ultimately lead to. Fans first noticed that an image of Bulbasaur was sent out on October 18 with the number 1,025. We have a look at this below. Following up on that, we got a second image Goodra with the number 843. The most recent image is...
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds - Year Two 2.0.0 Patch Notes Preview - New Additions, Changes & Improvements
Paid and free character updates are also on the way
One of Nintendo's Switch and Switch 2 cartridge manufacturers is exiting the business, which could make physical games more expensive
Macronix, one of the companies that create components in Switch and Switch 2 cartridges, is calling it quits.
Digital Foundry Delivers Its Tech Verdict On Stellar Blade's Switch 2 Port
"Better than expected"
Master Quest references potentially found in Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake files
Following a new datamine, some fans are hoping that Master Quest could be added to the remake for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time in the future. As we previously reported, the game doesn’t have Master Quest included. Some fans were hoping it’d be an unlockable bonus after beating the story, but nothing like that exists. MrCheeze has now...
Everything We Saw at Nintendo Indie World Showcase October 2026, Including Witchbrook Release Date
Nintendo’s Indie World Showcase is over, and we’ve got a roundup of all the announcements right here.
Zelda Switch 2 restock retailers: Where to buy the 40th anniversary console
Consider this your emotional-support bookmark for hunting Nintendo hardware.
Nintendo Cancels Kirby Air Riders Halloween Event Following Performance Woes
Freeze frame
After Cancelling Zelda Switch 2 Pre-Orders, Walmart Is Now Supposedly Sending Out $519 Gift Cards
Some customers also claim they've been able to "reorder" the system
Square Enix's 'Harvest Sale' Includes 80% Discounts On Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade And Rebirth
Get ready for Revelation
"Art, including characters, terrain, animations, cutscenes and UI" Bandai Namco and Monolith Soft helped out with Ocarina of Time on Switch 2
Ocarina of Time is just the most recent Nintendo game Bandai Namco has provided support for.
Someone just got the Switch 2's Mario Kart World running on a Mac, and Nintendo probably isn't thrilled
The game is still a bit of a mess, but it seems very playable.
Nintendo's Switch 2 Game Card Situation Just Became Dire
We're reaching a point where owning a physical title could soon be treated as a luxury.
Nintendo’s designers strove for ‘elegance’ when remaking Ocarina of Time
Producers Eiji Aonuma and Hidemaro Fujibayashi talk about bringing the first 3D Zelda to a whole new audience.
Google's Ocarina Of Time Easter Egg Will Transport You Back To The Internet Of Old
Links to the past
Rumour: Pokemon Winds & Waves was delayed from November 2026 and caused big scheduling issues
New nuggets of information have emerged regarding the long-awaited next mainline Pokemon game entry Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves for the Nintendo Switch 2. The games were apparently scheduled for…
Zelda Producer 'Nervous' About Fan Reception to Ocarina of Time Remake
Eiji Aonuma, the longtime producer of The Legend of Zelda franchise at Nintendo, is preparing to launch the highly anticipated remake of 1996's seminal The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time next week. And after so many years and so many Zelda games, you'd think it was routine for him. But it turns out he's nervous this time.
First Nintendo Switch 2 emulator for PC is out, and it already boots Mario Kart World
Switch 2 emulator Eden-NX2 went public on October 29, booting Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza on Windows PCs, though performance is still rough.
Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 restock signals good news for launch day buyers
📅 The Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 releases on Thursday, October 27 🚨 Our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker @mattswider on X will send out an alert when stock appears 😲 Nintendo Store held a surprise restock yesterday, which is good news for other retailers 🙏 It suggests other retailers may be holding back launch day stock, too Walmart: Zelda Switch 2 console Best Buy: Zelda Switch 2 console GameStop: Zelda Switch 2 console Target: Zelda Switch 2 console Nintendo: Zelda Switch 2 console 🚨 We’re tracking Zelda Switch 2 stock updates. If you’d like to know when more stock arrives, follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications. You can also become a free or paid subscriber to The Shortcut to help support our work. 🚨 🚨 Want the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2? Drop your email for restock alerts before it sells out. ⤵️ Subscribe We predicted that a Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock would happen on launch day, October 29, and we’re now even more confident after the Nintendo Store’s surprise restock yesterday. Our followers were the first to know that the Zelda Switch 2 was back in stock at the Nintendo Store, and the console even promised to arrive on launch day if you managed to secure one. [ Matt Swider (The Shortcut)@mattswider ](https://x.com/mattswider/status/2114758291322757239?s=20) Zelda Switch 2 console in stock at the Nintendo Store nintendo.com/us/store/produ… 4:37 PM · Oct 26, 2026 · 67K Views 18 Replies · 4 Reposts · 75 Likes It strongly suggests that other retailers such as Walmart, Target, GameStop, Amazon and Best Buy will have more units – albeit in limited quantities – on launch day for those who currently don’t have a pre-order. Retailers often hold back stock for launch day buyers who haven’t pre-ordered. Cancellations can also occur in the run up to release, meaning more stock is made available that was previously snapped up. Zelda Switch 2 restock – why Walmart will have stock Walmart historically holds back extra stock for launch day, and we’re expecting the same to happen on October 29. As the largest retailer in the US, it usually has the biggest stock allocation, and Thursday and Friday mornings is when the retailer tends to offer restocks online. As we mentioned previously, Nintendo was also a retailer to watch – and it went live with a restock earlier than we thought. It had previously promised the Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 would be “replenished”, and it offered a limited amount of stock for those who were lucky enough to snag one. (Hint: Followers of Matt Swider on X and our restock tracker were first in line.) We’re expecting other retailers like Target, GameStop and Amazon to get a new wave consoles on launch day, and we’ll notify you if and when any Zelda Switch 2 restocks appear. Why you should follow our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker Remember when you couldn’t find a PS5 for nearly two years? Not our followers. We helped over 400,000 people buy Sony’s console when it was in and out of stock, and we’ve since made it our goal to help our subscribers bag hard-to-find times. We’ve done the same with the PS5 30th anniversary edition, Nintendo Switch 2, and many more in-demand products. With up-to-the-second US store inventory checks, The Shortcut and Matt Swider on X offers exclusive Zelda 40th anniversary Switch restock updates. You’ll also receive an instant notification on X (if set to on) as soon as new stock arrives. Up next: Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock looks increasingly likely at Nintendo Store Subscribe Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.
Zelda Switch 2 restock retailers: Where to buy the 40th anniversary console
Consider this your emotional-support bookmark for hunting Nintendo hardware.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales plunge 41% as price hikes and memory crunch bite
Sales of Nintendo's flagship Switch 2 plunged in its fiscal second quarter after the Japanese gaming giant rolled out price hikes amid soaring memory costs.
Nintendo joins Best Buy for midnight Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restock launch
📅 The Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 releases on Thursday, October 27 🚨 Our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker @mattswider on X will send out an alert when stock appears 😲 Nintendo Store held a surprise restock on October 26 and is holding a midnight launch event on November 5 🙏 Other retailers may be holding back stock for launch day, too Walmart: Zelda Switch 2 console Best Buy: Zelda Switch 2 console GameStop: Zelda Switch 2 console Target: Zelda Switch 2 console Nintendo: Zelda Switch 2 console 🚨 We’re tracking Zelda Switch 2 stock updates. If you’d like to know when more stock arrives, follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications. You can also become a free or paid subscriber to The Shortcut to help support our work. 🚨 🚨 Want the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2? Drop your email for restock alerts before it sells out. ⤵️ Subscribe We’re expecting to see a Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 restock tomorrow at major retailers like Walmart, as the console and Pro Controller are set to launch. However, Nintendo has joined Best Buy in announcing a midnight launch event for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on November 5, where limited quantities of the special edition console will be available. There is a catch, though. To attend the in-store event, which will be held on November 4 at Nintendo San Francisco and November 5 at Nintendo New York, a Warp Pipe Pass is required, which means capacity will be limited. If you’re lucky enough to receive a Warp Pipe Pass (they’re currently fully booked), you’ll be able to purchase The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition console, Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller and display stand, the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller on its own, and the Zelda 40th Anniversary carrying case and screen protector. Purchases will be limited to one “per customer” and will be sold on a “first come, first served basis.” Why you should follow our Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker Obviously, many will be looking to receive the Zelda Switch 2 before November 5, and an instore event isn’t exactly ideal for many. That’s where our exclusive Zelda Switch 2 restock tracker comes in, as we’re providing up-to-the-second US store inventory checks. Those who follow Matt Swider on X and turn on notifications will be the first to know when new stock is live, as you can see in the post below. [ Matt Swider (The Shortcut)@mattswider ](https://x.com/mattswider/status/2114758291322757239?s=20) Zelda Switch 2 console in stock at the Nintendo Store nintendo.com/us/store/produ… 4:37 PM · Oct 26, 2026 · 67K Views 18 Replies · 4 Reposts · 75 Likes We’re strongly expecting retailers like Walmart to have stock on launch day, especially as it’s the largest retailer in the US. Cancellations can also occur in the run up to release, meaning more stock is made available that was previously taken. Thursday and Friday mornings is also when Walmart tends to offer restocks online. We’re predicting other retailers like Target, GameStop and Amazon will also get a new wave of consoles on launch day, and we’ll notify you if and when any Zelda Switch 2 restocks appear. You can trust our restock tracker as we helped over 400,000 people buy Sony’s console when it was in and out of stock for two years. We’ve since made it our goal to help our subscribers purchase hard-to-find items. We’ve done the same with the PS5 30th anniversary edition and many more in-demand products. Up next: Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock looks increasingly likely at Nintendo Store Subscribe Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.
Switch 1 & 2 Cartridges Under Threat As Key ROM Manufacturer Exits Business
Move may accelerate transition to digital
What classic should Nintendo remake next?
Ocarina of Time is one of the most storied installments not just in the Zelda franchise, but in Nintendo history, so it only makes sense that the company would eventually remaster it. Which got us wondering: are there other titles in the Nintendo back catalog that could use a remake — not a sequel — to usher them into the modern console age? [Link: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time never gets old | https://www.theverge.com/games/1025415/the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-review-nintendo-switch-2 | The Verge]
Everything We Saw At Nintendo's October Indie World Showcase
Nintendo held a showcase featuring some of the smaller games coming to the Switch family of systems
Nintendo Joins The Accessible Games Initiative, Adopting A Bunch Of New eShop Game Tags
Tag, you're it!
Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy ‘Overview’ trailer
Nintendo has released a four-minute overview trailer for Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy.
Everything Shown At The October 2026 Nintendo Indie World Showcase
Nintendo's showing off a brand-new batch of indies heading for the Switch and Switch 2 systems in the coming months. Here's a round-up of what we saw today. - Game Informer
Nintendo Fans Are Crashing Out After Amazon Suddenly Delays Tons Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Pre-Orders
What Jeff Bezos giveth, he taketh away
Bethesda Is Reportedly Ready To Reveal The Official Title Of The Elder Scrolls VI
But we might already know what it's called...
ICYMI: Call Of Duty: Warzone Is Now Available For Switch 2
Download it for free from the eShop
Square Enix Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Octopath Traveler 0, more at new low prices
The latest massive Square Enix sale is live on the Nintendo eShop, with tons of games included, such as a massive discount on Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has hit a new low price. During the sale period, you can get the game for under $8 on Nintendo Switch 2. There are other titles like Octopath Traveler...
Japanese video game company Nintendo reports rising profit, falling sales
Japanese video-game maker Nintendo has reported an11% improvement in its net profit for April-September, although its sales declined during that period. Kyoto-based Nintendo said Thursday that its profit rose to
Nintendo's Classic Remakes For Switch 2 Are Seemingly Just Getting Started
Majora's Mask when?
Walmart Cancels Zelda Switch 2 Pre-Orders A Day Before Release
The retailer reportedly "oversold" orders
Rumor: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds datamine leaks Year 2 characters
Find out which unannounced DLC characters are potentially coming to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Year 2 with this leak.
Final Fantasy XIV Online's Sixth Expansion 'Evercold' Launches February 2027
New job and much more revealed
Ocarina of Time review: Does Nintendo's Zelda remake match its original?
Nintendo has released its remake of what is considered one of the best games ever made - the BBC's Tom Gerken gives his verdict.
Despite Nintendo Switch 2 sales dropping by 37% it is still 6 million ahead of original Switch
Some fans were a little disheartened to learn earlier this week that Nintendo Switch 2 sales had dropped by 37%, which isn’t a small percentage by any means. However, thanks to data gathered by VGC…
Call of Duty: Warzone Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 as PS4 and Xbox One Support Ends
Nintendo Switch 2 owners can now play Call of Duty: Warzone for free, without buying Modern Warfare 4. The battle royale arrived on the eShop with the start of Season 1 on November 6, which also fully folds Modern Warfare 4 into Warzone. According to Activision, the Switch 2 version gets the same...