The buzz around the Nintendo Switch 2 has been exciting, heartbreaking, and chaotic all at the same time. First, we had an announcement, then a tariff delay, and then pandemonium during pre-orders. We also cried about the price ( $80 for Mario Kart World?

From cases and screen protectors to controllers and chargers, here’s everything you need for your brand-new Switch 2.

If we weren’t already big fans of the 8BitDo Ultimate 2, the fresh yellow design could make it our favorite Switch 2 controller bar none.

The STEALTH Premium Travel Case is as plain as brand-new Switch 2-compatible cases come, but it's become one of the must-have accessories in my new Ninty setup. Not only does the hardshell zip case provide enough cushioned support for the new handheld,

Almost two weeks after the Nintendo Switch 2 went on sale and (inevitably) promptly sold out, suddenly there's yet another restock on Nintendo's official store – but you'll need to act fast if you want to nab the console.

The Joy-Con 2 controllers on the Nintendo Switch 2 work fine, but they're too small for long gaming sessions. The official Switch 2 Pro Controller is a more comfortable, full-size

It’s finally here – the Nintendo Switch 2 launches worldwide today and we've rounded up all the essential extras. From controllers to protective cases, here’s a list of must-have accessories for your new console.

You can't simply go to the My Nintendo Store and buy the Switch 2. To order the Switch 2, you need to log in with an active, paid Nintendo Switch Online account. Once you do that, you can choose either a Switch 2 standalone console or the Mario Kart World bundle and then hit the confirm button to "register your interest" in ordering a Switch 2.