Gamers worldwide expressed frustration last week when the Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date, initially set for April 9, was indefinitely postponed due to import tariffs implemented by President Trump, causing financial markets to spiral. This delay has also impacted Canada, where Nintendo confirmed that pre-orders are similarly delayed, dashing hopes of securing a console through cross-border purchases.
"Nintendo of Canada has announced that pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 in Canada will not commence on April 9, 2025, aligning with the yet-to-be-determined pre-order schedule 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 provided to IGN by Nintendo of America on April 4, although the Canadian version omits any specific mention of new tariffs.
Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start on April 9, 2025, as Nintendo assesses the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. Nintendo will update the timing at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025 remains unchanged.
With the original pre-order launch date passing without any updates, gamers are left in limbo, anxiously awaiting further news and worried about potential price increases beyond the initially announced $449.99.
In contrast, Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders have commenced in the UK, with smaller retailers like EE, GAME, and Smyths quickly selling out. Scalpers have already taken to eBay, listing pre-orders for £500 ($639) or more, significantly higher than the retail price of £395.99 ($506).
For more information, explore everything announced at the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct and our in-depth Nintendo Switch 2 interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen.
