Camper Waits for Switch 2 at San Francisco Nintendo Store Before Opening

The Nintendo Store in San Francisco isn't set to open its doors until May 15, but it already has its first camper eagerly waiting for the Nintendo Switch 2. YouTuber Super Cafe documented his journey in a video released on April 8, where he detailed his flight over 800 miles to San Francisco. His plan? To camp out for both the release of the Switch 2 and the grand opening of the new Nintendo Store.

Super Cafe, who recently moved into his new apartment just two months ago, admits that this might not be the wisest financial decision. "Terrible financial decision on my end. Whatever, who cares," he remarked lightheartedly. Despite this, his determination to be first in line on the West Coast for the Switch 2 is unwavering.

Interestingly, Super Cafe is mostly camping out solo but has encouraged others interested in joining him at the San Francisco opening to reach out. He plans to address questions about his accommodations, food, showers, and other essentials in a future Q&A.

Super Cafe joins the tradition of camping out for major Nintendo releases, a practice that dates back many years. Similar to the New York Nintendo store, where another YouTuber is waiting to be first in line for the Switch 2, both coastal stores now have their dedicated campers. Whether this will spark a trend of others lining up remains to be seen, but these creators are certainly committed.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is slated for release on June 5, 2025. For those not keen on camping out, our guides on Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders offer insights, although ongoing tariffs are complicating matters for buyers in the United States.