Best Buy Announces Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Begin April 2

According to an official blog post from Best Buy Canada, pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will commence on April 2, coinciding with the Switch 2 Direct event. The post offers a detailed guide on how to secure your pre-order, stating, "Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open on April 2nd at Best Buy Canada." It remains uncertain whether this pre-order date is exclusive to Best Buy Canada or if other major retailers will also start accepting pre-orders on the same day. Notably, the Best Buy Switch 2 page for the U.S. currently lacks a pre-order start date but encourages users to sign up for notifications regarding pre-order updates.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled at the beginning of the year, accompanied by a brief trailer that not only confirmed the new hardware but also introduced a new Mario Kart game. The trailer concluded with the announcement of a Switch 2 Direct presentation scheduled for April 2. Additionally, Nintendo recently held a Nintendo Direct on March 27 at 10am EST, focusing on upcoming games for the current Nintendo Switch. This Direct also introduced the "Nintendo Today" app for smartphones, which will provide Switch 2 news directly to users following the next Nintendo Direct.

In the wake of the upcoming Direct, Nintendo will host various fan events across North America, Europe, and Asia. In North America, events are planned in New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27). European locations include Paris (April 4-6), London (April 11-13), Milan (April 25-27), Berlin (April 25-27), Madrid (May 9-11), and Amsterdam (May 9-11). Events will also be held in Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), and Seoul (May 31-June 1).

Switch 2 Pre-orders: How to Buy

To ensure you can secure your Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order as soon as possible, IGN's Deals team offers the following tips:

• Stay updated by following IGN and IGNDeals on social media platforms like X and Bluesky. We'll keep you informed about pre-orders for the console, games, and accessories.
• Monitor major retailers such as Amazon, Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy for pre-order announcements.
• Be aware that email notifications from retailers like Best Buy might be delayed. Consider alternative sources like IGN for timely updates during the Nintendo Direct on April 2.