In a frustrating twist for North American gamers, Nintendo has officially delayed pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 in Canada, following a similar announcement in the U.S. The delay, believed to be linked to recent tariff developments, was confirmed just one day before pre-orders were set to go live on April 9.
Nintendo Canada Confirms Sudden Delay
As reported by Mobile Syrup, Nintendo of Canada has pushed back the launch of Switch 2 pre-orders to remain in sync with the U.S. market. This last-minute announcement caught fans off guard, especially with no clear rescheduled date provided.
Nintendo has only stated that updated pre-order details will be shared at a later date, leaving eager fans in suspense.
Tariffs Likely to Blame for the North American Disruption
While Nintendo hasn’t issued a detailed statement, industry insiders point to the recently imposed tariffs on electronics as the root cause. These new regulations may be forcing Nintendo to rework its pricing and logistics strategies before opening pre-orders in the region.
This situation marks a rare instance where tariff policy directly affects gaming hardware launches, impacting both availability and timing.
What This Means for Gamers in Canada and the U.S.
For fans who were counting down the days, this is a significant disappointment. Here’s what you can do in the meantime:
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Stay subscribed to Nintendo Canada’s newsletter for updates.
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Follow major retailers like Best Buy, EB Games, and Amazon for any early info drops.
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Avoid third-party resellers offering “early access” pre-orders — these are often scams.
No New Date Yet, but Expectations Remain High
With no replacement date on the books, speculation is swirling. However, many believe Nintendo will try to get pre-orders back on track within the coming weeks to avoid falling behind its anticipated Q4 2025 release.
We’ll keep you updated as soon as Nintendo releases new pre-order dates for the Switch 2 in Canada and the U.S. Stay tuned for the latest.