Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Delay in Canada Due to Tariffs

Gamers worldwide let out a collective groan last week when the Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date shifted from April 9 to an indefinite "who knows when?" This change came after import tariffs introduced by President Trump sent financial markets into a tailspin, with the ripple effects reaching across borders. Nintendo Canada has also confirmed delays in pre-orders, dashing hopes of securing a console through a relative in Winnipeg.

"Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 in Canada will not commence on April 9, 2025, to align with the yet-to-be-determined pre-order schedule in the U.S.," stated Nintendo of Canada in a release to the Canadian tech outlet MobileSyrup.

"Nintendo will share updated information in due time. The launch date remains set for June 5, 2025."

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91 ImagesThis statement echoes the one provided to IGN by Nintendo of America on April 4, although the Canadian version omits any direct reference to new tariffs.

Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not begin on April 9, 2025, as Nintendo assesses the impact of tariffs and market conditions. Updates will be provided later. The launch date of June 5, 2025 remains unchanged.

With tomorrow marking the originally planned pre-order start, there's still no clear timeline for when eager fans can begin their browser-refreshing marathon and double-check their credit card details, leaving gamers in a state of uncertainty and worried about potential price hikes from the initially announced $449.99.

Meanwhile, in other parts of the world, Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders have already begun in the UK, with smaller outlets like EE, GAME, and Smyths quickly selling out. Scalpers have taken to eBay, listing pre-orders for £500 ($639) or more, a significant jump from the retail price of £395.99 ($506).

For further details, explore everything unveiled 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.