Gamers were hit with a wave of disappointment last week when the Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date shifted from April 9 to an indefinite "who knows when?" This change came in the wake of import tariffs introduced by President Trump, which sent financial markets into a tailspin, and the ripple effects have crossed international borders. Nintendo Canada has also confirmed that preorders in their region are facing delays, dashing hopes of securing a console through connections in Winnipeg.

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

"Nintendo will share updated information at a later date. The launch date remains set for June 5, 2025."

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91 ImagesThis statement echoes what Nintendo of America told IGN on April 4, although the Canadian version omits any direct reference to new tariffs.

Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not begin on April 9, 2025, as Nintendo assesses the impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. An update on timing will be provided later. The launch remains scheduled for June 5, 2025.

With the original preorder date looming tomorrow, there's still no clarity on when eager fans can start their online scramble and double-check their credit card details, leaving gamers in a state of uncertainty and worried about potential price hikes from the initially announced $449.99.

Meanwhile, in other parts of the world, Nintendo Switch 2 preorders kicked off in the UK today. Smaller retailers like EE, GAME, and Smyths saw their stock vanish quickly, with scalpers jumping onto eBay to resell preorders for £500 ($639) or more, significantly above the official retail price of £395.99 ($506).

For more insights, explore everything unveiled 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.