The gaming world might finally have a real clue about when pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will go live in North America. According to a new report from a well-known gaming industry investigator, April 23 could be the day fans in Canada—and possibly the United States—can lock in their orders for Nintendo’s next-gen console.
Leak Sparks Buzz Among Nintendo Fans
The leak comes from Billbil-Kun, a respected source in the gaming leak community and a contributor at Dealabs. On Twitter, they claimed to have obtained retailer information suggesting that Switch 2 pre-orders in Canada will open on Wednesday, April 23. This includes listings for both the standard console and a Mario Kart World bundle.
🚨 UPCOMING RELEASE 🚨
From what I can see through some Canadian retailers, Nintendo Switch 2 console & bundle pre-orders should start from
📅 April 23rd, 2025 (valid in 🇨🇦)
⚠️ Date subject to change. Can’t confirm if it’s the same for US
I’ll keep you updated if it changes pic.twitter.com/OZrDvHbJ1q
— billbil-kun (@billbil_kun) April 15, 2025
🇺🇸 USA 🇺🇸
Through some US retailers, I’ve found conflicting data for pre-order start date of NS2 Hardware:
For Switch 2 Consoles:
📅 Apr 21 or Apr 30 depending on retailerFor accessories like Switch 2 Pro controller,
📅 Apr 30I’ll keep you updated for any data change pic.twitter.com/4rPThyZRBz
— billbil-kun (@billbil_kun) April 15, 2025
While details about the US pre-order date remain a bit murkier, the same leak suggests it could fall on either April 23 or April 30—depending on how quickly the supply chain stabilizes following recent delays.
Nintendo’s Statement and Delay Explained
Following the April 2 Nintendo Direct, the company initially announced that pre-orders would begin on April 9 through major retailers such as Walmart, Best Buy, and GameStop. However, shortly afterward, Nintendo delayed the US pre-orders due to tariff issues related to imports from countries like China and Vietnam—an unexpected consequence of trade policies under the Trump administration.
In a bid for regional consistency, Nintendo also postponed Canadian pre-orders to match the US rollout, leaving North American gamers in limbo—despite Switch 2 pre-orders launching in other parts of the world.
What We Know (So Far)
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Canada pre-order date (leaked): April 23, 2025
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US pre-order date (rumored): April 23 or April 30, 2025
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Consoles expected: Switch 2 base console, Mario Kart World bundle
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Retailers likely involved: Walmart, Best Buy, GameStop, and others
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No official confirmation from Nintendo (yet)
Should You Believe the Leak?
As always, leaks should be taken with caution—but Billbil-Kun has a solid track record, having accurately leaked release dates and pricing for previous high-profile launches. Given the insider’s credibility and alignment with Nintendo’s past behavior, this leak could very well be on the money.
Final Thoughts
With only days to go until the rumored pre-order window, fans across Canada and the US should keep an eye on official retailer channels and Nintendo’s announcements. If you’re eager to snag the Switch 2 before it sells out, mark your calendar for April 23—just in case.
Stay tuned for more updates as we track the official confirmation and retailer listings. Don’t miss your chance to be among the first to own the Nintendo Switch 2!