Best Buy Announces Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Begin April 2

Excitement continues to build around the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, with new details emerging about pre-order availability. According to an official blog post from Best Buy Canada, pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will officially begin on April 2 — the same day as the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Direct presentation.

The blog serves as a helpful guide for eager fans, clearly stating: “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 align their pre-order dates with Best Buy Canada, fans are advised to stay tuned for further updates. The U.S. version of Best Buy’s Switch 2 product page has not yet announced a pre-order date but does offer an email notification option for interested buyers.

Nintendo Switch 2 – First Look

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The Nintendo Switch 2 was first teased earlier this year with a brief but impactful trailer from Nintendo, confirming both the new console hardware and an all-new entry in the Mario Kart series. The reveal ended with the announcement of a dedicated Switch 2 Direct presentation set for April 2, promising deeper insight into the system's features and launch lineup.

In addition, Nintendo recently hosted a special Nintendo Direct on March 27 at 10am EST, offering over 30 minutes of gameplay reveals and announcements focused on upcoming titles for the current Switch platform. Following the Direct, the company also introduced the “Nintendo Today” app — a mobile application designed to deliver timely Switch 2 news directly to users after future Direct presentations.

Nintendo is also planning a series of fan events in the days following the April 2 Direct. In North America, events are scheduled in New York (April 4–6), Los Angeles (April 11–13), Dallas (April 25–27), and Toronto (April 25–27). European stops include 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 international events are confirmed for 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 as soon as possible, here are some expert tips from IGN’s Deals team who are closely monitoring pre-order updates:

• Follow IGN and IGNDeals on social platforms like X and Bluesky for real-time updates on console, game, and accessory pre-orders.
• Monitor major retailers including Amazon, Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy.
• Be aware that email notifications from retailers such as Best Buy may experience delays. Consider alternative alert sources like IGN during the Nintendo Direct on April 2.