Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are set to begin on April 2, coinciding with the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, according to an official blog post by Best Buy Canada. The post provides a detailed guide on how to pre-order the console, stating, "Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open on April 2nd at Best Buy Canada." It remains unclear whether this pre-order date applies exclusively to Best Buy Canada or if other major retailers will also start accepting pre-orders on the same day. Notably, Best Buy's U.S. page for the Switch 2 currently lacks a pre-order start date but offers a sign-up option for notifications about pre-order availability.
Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look
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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier this year, accompanied by a brief trailer that confirmed new hardware and introduced a new Mario Kart game. The trailer concluded with the announcement of a Switch 2 Direct scheduled for April 2.
Nintendo also hosted a Nintendo Direct on March 27 at 10 am EST, which showcased over 30 minutes of upcoming games for the current Nintendo Switch. Additionally, Nintendo announced the launch of a "Nintendo Today" app for smartphones, designed to deliver Switch 2 news directly to users following the next Nintendo Direct.
In the days following the Direct, Nintendo will host various fan events across North America, Europe, and other regions. Events in North America will take place in New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27). European events are scheduled for Paris (April 4-6), London (April 11-13), Milan (April 25-27), Berlin (April 25-27), Madrid (May 9-11), and Amsterdam (May 9-11). Additional events will occur in Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), and Seoul (May 31-June 1).
Switch 2 Pre-orders: How to Buy
To ensure you secure your Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order as soon as possible, follow these tips from IGN's Deals team, who are continuously monitoring Switch 2 pre-order developments:
- Stay updated by following **IGN** and **IGNDeals** on social media platforms such as **X** and **Bluesky**. They will provide the latest information on pre-orders for the console, games, and accessories.
- Monitor major retailers like **Amazon**, **Target**, **Walmart**, **GameStop**, and **Best Buy** for pre-order announcements.
- Be aware that email notifications from retailers like Best Buy might be delayed. Consider alternative notification sources, such as IGN, during the Nintendo Direct on April 2.
