Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 console and controller restock live — latest launch day updates

Still no stock

The West Coast is slowing down as the end of the workday comes to a close, and we've had no real updates since this morning. I don't expect anymore before the end of the day.

Do keep Tom's Guide in your tabs as we'll continue to keep our eyes open to see if anything pops between now and launch day next week.

No changes

As the day winds down on the West Coast of the United States, unfortunately, I have no updates for you.

Everywhere I checked out is out of stock or showing as unavailable.

The last post was a lie-ish

Sort of. When I first checked during my sweep, everything was out.

But I just checked Walmart again, and the retailer appears to have the Carrying Case and Screen Protector available for $94.99. Unfortunately, that seems to be sold by a third party who is upcharging on the normal $39 price.

So, if you want the case, I'd say just wait. Don't give the scalpers a dime.

Latest retailer sweep

I've been keeping an eye on things generally, but let's do a full sweep of Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target and Walmart.

...and no change.

The Switch 2 console, Pro controller, and carrying case are listed as out of stock or sold out at every retailer I checked.

From what I've seen, this largely won't change until November 5 and 6 when the console is supposed to officially hit store shelves.

Walmart may be having issues?

I've seen a couple of reports that Walmart may be having problems with stock, either cancelling preorders or not being able stock that they do have.

As of this writing, the Walmart website is showing the Zelda 40th items as unavailable.

Are you having problems getting the special edition console at your Walmart? Let me know in the comments or shoot me an email at scott.younker@futurenet.com

Ocarina of Time on sale

Hey, here's some good-ish news.

Over on Amazon, the Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake is on sale for $59.88, or 14% off the normal $69.99 price.

It should probably cost $60 from the jump, but hey, it's not $70 right now.

From what I can tell, Amazon is the only retailer offering a discount.

The enigma that is GameStop

Hey seekers, Scott taking over for Rory. I'm here to help you land the fish.

I figured I'd start with a general sweep to see what was available.

Unfortunately, there's been no real changes since our last update. Best Buy briefly restocked the carrying case but I'm seeing it unavailable as of this posting.

I checked out GameStop online, where all the 40th anniversary Zelda gear is listed as exclusive to in-store pickup.

I called my local store and one that was nearby. Both associates told me that they were sold out. One store told me that was going to be the case at every store.

If you happen to live near a GameStop, it couldn't hurt to give them a call, just in case.

Best Buy restocks the Zelda Switch 2 Carrying Case!

Okay, so it's not the Switch 2 console/controller restock everybody wants right now, but Best Buy has just restocked the Zelda-themed Switch 2 Carrying Case. It's a great pick up for Zelda fans who already own a Switch 2 console.

I'm also winding down my day now (it's just hit 6 p.m. in my timezone), but don't worry, I'll be leaving you in the very capable hands of my colleagues, who will be keeping an eye on major retailers and will alert you of any restocks that appear.

• Switch 2 Carrying Case - Zelda Edition: $39 @ Best Buy

Best Buy could be the place to get a Zelda Switch 2 next week!

The big theme of today has been news that retailers will actually restock the Zelda Switch 2 next week on or around November 5, the day the Ocarina of Time remake launches.

Target, Walmart, and Best Buy are reportedly set to hold in-store restocks on that day, and if @Nintendeal is correct, Best Buy might be the place to try first.

According to the stock tracking account, stores will have 30-100 units of the Switch 2 console and 10-50 units of the Pro Controller. If you have a local Best Buy, then you might want to get down there in person on the evening of November 4. This stock will be sold starting at midnight on November 5.

Just remember the retailer hasn't officially confirmed these unit numbers, and available stock numbers will almost certainly vary by location.

• Check if your local Best Buy will hold an Ocarina of Time launch event

Zelda Switch 2 restocked at Nintendo!

We have a restock, and its comes directly from Nintendo. Get over there now and secure yours, this one likely won't last for very long...

• Nintendo Switch 2 — Zelda Edition: $519 @ Nintendo

Best Buy will have in-store stock for Ocarina remake launch!

Best Buy has confirmed it will hold late-night store openings for the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and "limited numbers of The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 system and Pro Controller will also be available. " Like Target and Walmart, Best Buy appears to be pairing up its next restock with the launch of the remake, and will focus on in-store.

Used the link below to access Best Buy's "find a store" page, and check if your nearest location will be holding a midnight launch event on November 5.

• Check if your local Best Buy will hold an Ocarina of Time launch event

Amazon is the retailer to check right now

I'm seeing some dedicated restock tracking accounts on social media claim to have seen the Zelda Switch 2 in stock at Amazon. On my end, it still says "currently unavailable," but your milage may vary. So, if you can, Amazon is the retailer I would be refreshing right now, maybe you'll get lucky and get one!

• Switch 2 – Zelda Edition: check stock @ Amazon

Here's where we stand right now!

Not much to update on you at present; we've already had news from Target, confirming the retailer will restock next week, and Walmart is rumored to be planning the same. But nothing today from the likes of Best Buy, Amazon and GameStop. Those are the retailers I'm watching very closely, as they would appear to be the most likely to restock today. Let's keep our fingers crossed.

Walmart might be waiting till next week as well!

Another restock update, this time via Reddit, according to a post on the Zelda subreddit, an internal Walmart document suggests that the retailer won't be restocking the limited edition Switch 2 console until "at least Friday, Nov. 6."

This would mirror the approach that Target is taking, which has publicly confirmed it's own restock for next week (in-store on Nov. 5, and online on Nov. 6). So, perhaps there won't be any restocks today on launch day, but next week will bring a slew of fresh chances to secure this in-demand Zelda console.

However, the above update remains unconfirmed by the retailer itself, so take it with a grain of salt. I'm still watching Walmart closely just in case the Reddit post proves to a hoax. It wouldn't be the first time false details have spread.

Target confirms Zelda Switch 2 restock, but it's not today!

Some BIG news, Target has confirmed it will restock the Zelda Switch 2. However, it won't be today. Instead, Target will have more stock in store on November 5 and online on November 6. That does mean an extra week of waiting, but it's good news to have confirmation that more stock is coming.

• Nintendo Switch 2 The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Console: check stock @ Target

Check out our Zelda preview while waiting for restocks!

If you want to fill some time until Zelda Switch 2 restock (hopefully) appears, then give our Zelda: Ocarina of Time preview a read! A couple of members of the Tom's Guide team have already played it (yes, I'm very jealous), and this remake is shaping up to live up to the legacy of the original, and then some.

Don't forget to also pick up Ocarina remake!

One quirk of the Zelda Switch 2 is that it doesn't include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake game. Naturally, anybody looking to pick up this LE console is going to be a Zelda fan, so will undoubtedly want to be playing this stunning looking remake at launch. You can pre-order the game now, ahead of its launch next week (on November 5), and the first print of the game comes with a limited launch edition foil cover, which will look seriously great on display!

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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time: $69 at Amazon

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is getting remade for the Nintendo Switch 2. One of the N64's most beloved games has been completely overhauled to celebrate the franchise's 40th Anniversary. It launches next week, on November 5, 2026, and looks truly stunning with modern visuals, overhauled controls, and reworked puzzles.

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No sign of Zelda Switch 2 restock so far!

As of 7:30 a.m. ET / 11:30 a.m. GMT there's no Zelda Switch 2 stock across all the retailers I'm tracking. However, at least in the U.S., this was expected, retailers typically restock in the mid-morning (most commonly between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.). So Zelda fans in the States should keep watching. Meanwhile in the U.K., we could see restocks at anytime from now, so I've got a close eye on retailers.

Here's what everybody is trying to buy!

Nintendo Switch 2 – The Legend of Zelda – 40th Anniversary Edition - YouTube

Watch On

If you've been out of the loop on the Zelda Switch 2 console, then it's pretty much what it sounds like: A special edition Nintendo Switch 2 with a swanky The Legend of Zelda themed design. It's a pretty nifty limited edition console, and when you factor in the Zelda aspect, it's no surprise that it's in very demand.

Welcome!

Good morning, welcome to Tom's Guide's live coverage of the Zelda Switch 2 console and controller launch day. I'm keeping an eye across major retailers and will alert you if there's any restocks of these tough to find limited edition items.