Gamers worldwide were left reeling last week when the Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date shifted from the anticipated April 9 to an uncertain future. This change came in the wake of import tariffs imposed by President Trump, which caused financial markets to spiral and the issue to ripple across borders. Nintendo Canada confirmed that pre-orders in Canada are also delayed, dashing any hopes of securing a console through a relative in Winnipeg.
"Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in Canada will not start on April 9, 2025, in order to align with the timing of pre-orders to be determined in the U.S.," stated Nintendo of Canada to the Canadian tech site MobileSyrup. "Nintendo will provide updated information at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025, remains unchanged."
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This statement echoes the one Nintendo of America gave to IGN on April 4, though the Canadian version omits any specific mention of the new tariffs. "Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start on April 9, 2025, in order to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. Nintendo will update timing at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025, is unchanged."
As the original pre-order date looms tomorrow, there's still no indication of when eager fans can begin the frantic process of refreshing their browsers and verifying their credit card details. This leaves gamers in a state of uncertainty, worried about potential price hikes on the initially announced price of $449.99.
In contrast, Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders went live in the UK today, with smaller retailers like EE, GAME, and Smyths quickly selling out. Scalpers have already jumped onto eBay, offering pre-orders for £500 ($639) or more, a significant mark-up from the retail price of £395.99 ($506).
For further details, explore everything announced at the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, and don't miss our in-depth interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen about the Nintendo Switch 2.
