Nintendo has announced a delay in pre-order availability for its upcoming Switch 2 console across the United States and Canada. Originally expected to open for reservations on April 9, 2025, the company confirmed that pre-orders will now be held back due to market-related factors. Despite this change, the global launch date of June 5, 2025, remains on schedule.
In a brief statement released by Nintendo of America, the company cited the need to “assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions” as the main reason behind the decision. No new date for the start of U.S. pre-orders has been provided. The delay affects both the standard edition of the console and the special Mario Kart World Pack, which were initially priced at $449.99 and $499.99, respectively.
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Industry analysts suggest that Nintendo may be reconsidering the console’s pricing ahead of launch. With ongoing discussions surrounding tariffs and global logistics, adjustments to the launch-day manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRPs) are being considered a likely outcome. These could also extend to physical software and accessories, including the upcoming Switch 2 Pro Controller.
The situation also affects Canada, despite initial indications that the region would not be impacted. Nintendo of Canada issued a follow-up statement confirming that Canadian pre-orders, which had been scheduled for the same April 9 launch, are also postponed. The pricing in Canada had been set at CA$ 629.99 for the base model and CA$ 699.99 for the Mario Kart World Pack.
Nintendo of Canada stated that the delay is intended to align the region’s pre-order schedule with the U.S. and that more information will be provided in the future. Retailers, including Walmart and GameStop, have echoed Nintendo’s statement across their social media platforms, confirming the postponement for Canadian customers as well.
The delay comes shortly after Nintendo’s North American showcase event, which gave fans and the press a first in-depth look at the Switch 2’s hardware, features, and game lineup. Enthusiasm around the console remains strong, with high expectations for performance upgrades and expanded gameplay features compared to its predecessor.
While the June launch date has not been affected, customers in North America will now have to wait longer to secure their console units ahead of release. Nintendo has not indicated whether this delay will impact initial shipment volumes or supply availability on launch day. The company is expected to issue an update once it has completed its internal review of market conditions.
Sources: Mobile Syrup, Eurogamer, IGN, My Nintendo News (image source), Walmart Canada Gaming, GameStop Canada
