On April 9, Donald Trump announced a 90-day suspension of his global tariffs scheme, allowing most levies to decrease from as high as 47% down to a baseline of 10%. Only tariffs on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico will continue at the higher rates.
In the wake of this announcement, global economies and stock markets have begun to show signs of recovery. However, gamers in the United States and Canada are left wondering: when will they be able to preorder the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2?
Nintendo previously halted preorders for their upcoming console on April 4, coinciding with the initial tariff announcements. With the new 90-day pause in tariffs, fans are hopeful that Nintendo will soon resume preorders or at least make an official announcement regarding the Switch 2.
When Will Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Reopen in the US?
Currently, there is no confirmed timeline for Nintendo’s announcement regarding Switch 2 preorders. However, the company has stated that the release date remains unchanged for June 5 in both the US and Canada.
Moyens I/O has reached out to Nintendo of America to inquire about when preorders might resume in the US before the launch on June 5. We will update this post as soon as we receive more information.
Speculatively speaking, it seems unlikely we will see any announcements until at least the end of April. The current chaos in the US, driven by financial uncertainties, could prompt further tariff adjustments at any moment. We believe Nintendo is strategically waiting for either favorable negotiations between the US and Japan or a stabilization in the market climate before revealing their plans.
There’s also the potential for heightened tariffs to affect the retail price of the Switch 2. Although many analysts argue that its anticipated launch price of $450 (approximately €420) will stay the same despite these tariff changes, Nintendo appears to be taking a cautious approach. As the console’s launch date approaches, fans in the US will inevitably become anxious about securing their devices.
If no announcement is made by the end of April, it might be cause for concern, as consumers will only have about a month left to secure a preorder. Thus, we expect some form of communication from Nintendo soon, ideally before the end of the month, but nothing has been officially confirmed yet.
For the time being, fans in the US are left to wait, hoping for a market stabilization that would allow Nintendo the confidence to proceed with an official announcement about Switch 2 preorders.
FAQ about Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders
Will there be any changes in the release date of the Nintendo Switch 2?
No, Nintendo has confirmed that the release date of the Switch 2 will remain June 5 in both the US and Canada.
When can I expect to see preorder availability for the Nintendo Switch 2?
While there is currently no specified date for the reopening of preorders, speculation suggests that an announcement may come by the end of April.
How will the tariffs affect the price of the Nintendo Switch 2?
While there are concerns that tariffs may increase the retail price, many analysts believe that the launch price of $450 (approximately €420) will remain unchanged.
What are the latest updates on Nintendo Switch 2 preorders?
Keep an eye out for updates from Nintendo of America. We will add the latest news to this article when it becomes available.
What should I do while waiting for preorder announcements?
Stay tuned for news from Nintendo and consider checking gaming news websites for the latest information on preorder availability.