Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Delay in Canada Due to Tariffs

Gamers across the globe let out a collective groan last week when the eagerly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date shifted from April 9 to an indefinite "who knows?" This change was triggered by import tariffs introduced by President Trump, which caused financial markets to go into a tailspin, and the ripple effects have now crossed the border into Canada. Nintendo Canada has confirmed that pre-orders in the country are also facing delays, dashing hopes of securing a unit through a connection in Winnipeg.

"Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 in Canada will not commence on April 9, 2025, to synchronize with the yet-to-be-determined pre-order schedule in the U.S.," Nintendo of Canada announced in a statement to the Canadian tech outlet MobileSyrup.

"Nintendo will release 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 provided to IGN on April 4, though the Canadian statement omits any specific mention of new tariffs.

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

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

Meanwhile, in other regions, Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders kicked off in the UK today, with smaller retailers like EE, GAME, and Smyths selling out rapidly. Scalpers have already jumped on the opportunity, listing pre-orders on eBay for £500 ($639) or more, significantly higher than the official retail price of £395.99 ($506).

For those seeking more information, be sure to check out everything announced at the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, as well as our in-depth interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen on the Nintendo Switch 2.