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Best Buy Announces Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Begin April 2

Author: Leo May 28,2025

According to an official blog post released by Best Buy Canada, pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will commence on April 2, coinciding with the Switch 2 Direct event. The post provides a detailed guide on how to secure your pre-order and mentions, "Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open on April 2nd at Best Buy Canada."

While it remains unclear whether other major retailers will follow suit, Best Buy's U.S. Switch 2 page currently lacks any specific pre-order date announcement. However, users can sign up there to receive updates regarding pre-orders.

A First Look at the Nintendo Switch 2

28 ImagesThe Switch 2 made its debut earlier this year with a brief teaser trailer from Nintendo. The trailer confirmed the release of a new Mario Kart game and concluded with the announcement of a Switch 2 Direct presentation set for April 2.

In addition to the Switch 2 reveal, Nintendo recently launched a "Nintendo Today" app for smartphones, designed to deliver real-time updates on Switch 2 news following the Direct event.

Nintendo will host fan events in several global locations starting April 4. North American cities include New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27). European cities such as 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) will also participate. Additional fan events will take place in Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), and Seoul (May 31-June 1).

Tips for Securing Your Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-order

To stay ahead of the curve and ensure you secure your pre-order as soon as possible, follow these tips:

Follow IGN and IGNDeals on social media platforms such as X and Bluesky. They will keep you informed about pre-orders for the console, games, accessories, and more.
Keep an eye on major retailers like Amazon, Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
Retailer email notifications can sometimes be delayed. Consider exploring alternative notification methods from outlets like IGN during the Nintendo Direct on April 2.