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

Gamers worldwide let out a collective groan last week when the eagerly awaited Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date shifted from April 9 to an indefinite "who knows when?" This change was triggered by import tariffs introduced by President Trump, causing turmoil in financial markets. The ripple effect has crossed borders, with Nintendo Canada also announcing delays in pre-orders, dashing hopes of securing a console through a cousin in Winnipeg.

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

"Nintendo will share updated details at a future date. The launch date remains June 5, 2025."

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91 ImagesThis echoes a similar announcement made to IGN by Nintendo of America on April 4, although the Canadian statement omits specific mention of the new tariffs.

Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start on April 9, 2025, as Nintendo assesses the impact of tariffs and changing market conditions. Updates on timing will follow. The launch remains scheduled for June 5, 2025.

With the original pre-order date passing without new information, gamers are left in suspense, anxiously awaiting news on when they can begin the scramble to secure their consoles. There's also growing concern about potential price hikes beyond the initially announced $449.99.

Meanwhile, in the UK, Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders kicked off today, with smaller outlets like EE, GAME, and Smyths quickly selling out. Scalpers have already jumped on the opportunity, listing pre-orders on eBay for £500 ($639) or more, well above the official retail price of £395.99 ($506).

For more insights, explore all the announcements from the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, and don't miss our extensive interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen on the Nintendo Switch 2.