Nintendo Switch 2 Preorder Delay Hits Canada and U.S. Due to Shocking Tariff Issues!

Recently, Nintendo postponed the start of pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2. The initial plan was to begin pre-orders on April 9th, but due to uncertainties regarding tariffs and market conditions, Nintendo decided to move the launch back without specifying a new date in the U.S. Now, it appears that this delay is not limited to the U.S., as Nintendo of Canada has also announced a similar postponement for their region. The company’s statement to MobileSyrup hinted at tariffs being the reason behind this decision.

As a dedicated Nintendo fan, I’ve got some exciting news to share! Unfortunately, it seems that pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 won’t kick off in Canada on April 9, 2025, as initially expected. The reason? Well, Nintendo is working towards synchronizing the pre-order timings with those of the U.S., so they can get everything just right.

Fear not, though! We’re all still looking at a launch date of June 5, 2025. Keep your eyes peeled for updated information from Nintendo at a later stage. Rest assured, this delay will only make the experience even more worthwhile when we finally get our hands on the Nintendo Switch 2!

1. The anticipated preorder delay is sure to heighten frustration among Nintendo enthusiasts. Logically, it’s beneficial for Nintendo Canada to coordinate with Nintendo America. Despite this, it only adds to the confusion surrounding the potential release of Nintendo Switch 2. The recent announcement of additional tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump on April 3rd took Nintendo and its divisions by surprise, compelling them to respond promptly. At present, it’s undecided whether the system will experience a price hike due to the tariffs, or if specific countries will be affected. At this moment, analysts forecast a $530 price in the U.S. (an increase from the initially announced price of $449.99), but it remains uncertain if the cost will escalate in Canada as well.

The much-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled in January, along with a sneak peek at “Mario Kart World”. In April, Nintendo gave us a more detailed look at the upcoming system, announcing its release date, various new games, and accessories that will be available at launch. There’s a lot of excitement surrounding this new system, and fans can hardly wait to get their hands on it. However, similar to any highly anticipated product, there are concerns about scalpers. The PS5 was notoriously hard to find at its launch, and it’s likely we may face a similar issue with the Nintendo Switch 2. Consequently, many are trying to secure a preorder, but the exact timing for that remains uncertain.

Here’s hoping that the preorder delays won’t last too much longer, allowing both Nintendo of America and Nintendo of Canada to reveal a new release date. With the system still scheduled for a June 5th launch, it seems probable that Nintendo will want to disclose a date fairly soon, so that everyone has the best opportunity to acquire one.

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2025-04-08 19:43