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After weeks of empty store shelves, the very popular Nintendo Switch 2 is back in stock — but only if you’re a Walmart+ subscriber.
The Nintendo Switch 2 — which is priced at $449 on Walmart for Walmart+ subscribers only — is the newest gaming console from Nintendo, while it promises better graphics, smoother performance, and more unique features than the console that came before it.
At a Glance: How to Buy the Nintendo Switch 2 Online
Not a subscriber? You can sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of everything the retailer’s rewards program has to offer with perks such as free, fast delivery; fuel discounts’ streaming access to Paramount+ to watch hit originals; additional savings with early access deals and much more.
Meanwhile, you can also buy and select to pick up the new Nintendo Switch 2 in-store at your local retailer. This is one of the best ways to, physically, get your hands on the console.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 has a larger display and higher video resolution at 1080p Full HD with a silkier frame rates up to 120Hz compared to the older Nintendo Switch, thanks to its vibrant 7.9-inch LCD display with HDR (High Dynamic Range) support. Additionally, the gaming console supports up to 4K Ultra HD resolutions when docked to a 4K TV.
The console also has new Joy-Con 2 controllers, which are magnetic for more security when attached to the display. The controllers are larger triggers and action buttons with mouse controls, while it comes with 256GB of on-board storage — this is eight times more storage space than the Nintendo Switch 1. Learn more about the Nintendo Switch 2 here.
Additionally, Nintendo has a few games available to buy and play too. These games are only available to play on the Nintendo Switch 2, so if you want to experience them, you’ll need the new console. Check out a list of Nintendo Switch 2 games here.
However, the marquee game for the gaming console is Mario Kart World, which drops on the same day as the Nintendo Switch 2. It retails for $79 at Walmart, but you can save some money and bundle it with the console for $499, altogether — that’s a $30 savings.
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‘Mario Kart World’
Release date: June 5
Priced at $449 for Walmart+ subscribers only, the Nintendo Switch 2 is available right now on Walmart. Check out a list of accessories available for the gaming console here.