The excitement for the Nintendo Switch 2 is palpable, with at least one dedicated fan already camping out at the soon-to-be-opened Nintendo Store in San Francisco. YouTuber Super Cafe documented his journey in a video released on April 8, detailing his flight to the city and his plan to camp out for both the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 and the store's grand opening on May 15.
Super Cafe, who traveled over 800 miles for this endeavor, is set to camp out for the next two months. His goal is to be the first in line on the West Coast for the highly anticipated console. Despite having just moved into a new apartment, he humorously acknowledged the financial implications of his decision but remains undeterred.
"I've only lived in my apartment for two months. I like, just moved out," Super Cafe admitted. "Terrible financial decision on my end. Whatever, who cares."
Super Cafe's camp-out mirrors the efforts of another YouTuber at the New York Nintendo store, who is also waiting to be first in line for the Switch 2. Unlike his New York counterpart, Super Cafe plans to camp mostly solo but has invited others interested in joining him at the San Francisco opening to reach out.
Regarding the logistics of his extended stay, such as accommodations, food, and showers, Super Cafe promised to address these in a future Q&A video.
The tradition of camping out for major Nintendo releases, particularly consoles, is well-established. With dedicated fans now at both coastal Nintendo stores, it remains to be seen if this will trigger a wider trend of camping enthusiasts. However, the commitment of these creators is undeniable.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is slated to launch on June 5, 2025. For those not keen on camping, our guides on Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders provide updates, although ongoing tariffs are complicating the situation for buyers in the United States.
