Camper Awaits Switch 2 at San Francisco Nintendo Store Before Its Opening

The excitement for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 is palpable, as evidenced by the dedication of fans willing to camp out well in advance. YouTuber Super Cafe has taken his enthusiasm to the next level by flying over 800 miles to San Francisco, where he plans to camp out for both the opening of the new Nintendo Store and the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. The store, set to open on May 15, already has its first camper in Super Cafe, who aims to be first in line on the West Coast for the console's release on June 5, 2025.

In a video released on April 8, Super Cafe shared his journey and plans. Despite having recently moved into a new apartment, he decided to make what he called a "terrible financial decision" to camp out for the next two months. His determination mirrors that of another content creator camping out at the New York store for the same console.

Super Cafe is going solo for now but has invited others interested in joining him at the San Francisco opening to reach out. He plans to address questions about his living arrangements, food, showers, and other necessities in a future Q&A video.

The tradition of camping out for major Nintendo releases, particularly consoles, has a long history. With dedicated fans at both coastal Nintendo stores, it remains to be seen if this will trigger a broader trend of camping out for the Nintendo Switch 2. For those not keen on camping, our guides on Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders offer a less strenuous alternative, though ongoing tariffs might complicate matters for U.S. buyers.