It’s a big day for Nintendo fans. The gaming giant’s new console, the $450 Switch 2, arrives on store shelves globally after being announced in April — marking Nintendo’s first major console launch since the original Switch arrived roughly eight years ago.

After a long wait filled with leaks, reveals, preorder stress, and hands-on events, the Nintendo Switch 2’s launch day has finally arrived around the world, including launch events at retailers like Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, and Target.

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The new Nintendo Switch 2 comes eight years after the original, and is a major upgrade in more ways than one. We go over all the details and new games you should know about.

Fans around the world lined up outside electronics stores hours in advance to collect their pre-ordered video game consoles.

In cities across the globe, crowds camped into the night, anticipating the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, eight years after the original's debut.

After years of anticipation, the Nintendo Switch 2 has arrived. Here's where you can buy the new console right now.

Shoppers lined up to get their hands on Nintendo Switch 2 devices, resulting in lines and early sell-outs at retail locations.