Nintendo Switch 2 Tariff Delay Impacts Canadian Pre-Orders

Gamers worldwide let out a collective groan last week when the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date shifted from April 9 to an uncertain "who knows when?" This change came in the wake of import tariffs introduced by President Trump, which caused financial markets to spiral, and the ripple effects have crossed borders. Nintendo Canada has confirmed that pre-orders in Canada are also facing delays, dashing hopes of securing a unit through relatives in Winnipeg.

"Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in Canada will not commence on April 9, 2025, to align with the yet-to-be-determined timing of pre-orders in the U.S.," stated Nintendo of Canada to the Canadian tech site MobileSyrup.

"Nintendo will provide updated information at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025, remains unchanged."

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91 ImagesThis echoes the statement Nintendo of America gave to IGN on April 4, though the Canadian statement omits any specific mention of new tariffs.

Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start on April 9, 2025, as Nintendo assesses the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. Nintendo will update the timing at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025, remains unchanged.

While the original pre-order date was set for tomorrow, there's still no clarity on when eager fans can start refreshing their browsers and verifying their credit card details, leaving gamers in a state of uncertainty and worried about potential price hikes from the initially announced price of $449.99.

In other regions, Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders have already begun in the UK, with smaller retailers like EE, GAME, and Smyths quickly selling out. Scalpers have taken to eBay, offering pre-orders for £500 ($639) or more, significantly higher than the retail price of £395.99 ($506).

For more information, explore everything announced at the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, and don't miss our in-depth interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen about the Nintendo Switch 2.