Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Start April 2, According to Best Buy

Exciting news for Nintendo fans! Best Buy Canada has officially announced that pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will begin on April 2, coinciding with the Switch 2 Direct presentation. This information comes directly from a detailed blog post released by Best Buy Canada, which serves as a comprehensive guide on securing your Switch 2 pre-order.

While it's confirmed that Best Buy Canada will start taking pre-orders on April 2, there's still uncertainty about whether other major retailers will follow the same schedule. In the U.S., Best Buy's Switch 2 page currently doesn't mention a specific pre-order start date, but it does offer 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 short trailer that not only confirmed the new hardware but also teased a new Mario Kart game. The trailer concluded with the announcement of the Switch 2 Direct, set to air on April 2.

In addition to the Switch 2 news, Nintendo recently held a Nintendo Direct on March 27 at 10am EST, showcasing over 30 minutes of upcoming titles for the current Nintendo Switch. Alongside this, they introduced a new "Nintendo Today" app for smartphones, designed to keep fans updated on all things Switch 2 following the upcoming Nintendo Direct.

Following the Direct, Nintendo is set to host fan events across various locations. In North America, fans can attend events in New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27). European fans can look forward to events in 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 be held in Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), and Seoul (May 31-June 1).

Switch 2 Pre-orders: How to Buy

To help you secure your Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order as soon as possible, here are some tips from IGN's Deals team, who are constantly monitoring Switch 2 pre-order developments:

• Follow IGN and IGNDeals on social media platforms like X and Bluesky for the latest updates on pre-orders for the console, games, and accessories.
• Keep a close watch on major retailers such as Amazon, Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
• Be aware that email notifications from retailers like Best Buy might be delayed, so consider using alternative notification services from outlets like IGN during the Nintendo Direct on April 2.