As of now, there is no official confirmation from Nintendo about a "Nintendo Switch 2" or preorders starting on April 9. The Nintendo Switch was released in 2017, and while rumors and speculation about a successor have been circulating for years, Nintendo has not officially announced a new console. In fact, in recent statements, Nintendo has emphasized continuing support for the current Nintendo Switch, including new games and hardware like the Switch 2 (sometimes referred to as the Switch 2 or Switch 2 Pro), but these remain unconfirmed. If you're seeing news about preorders starting April 9, it's likely based on unverified rumors or misinformation. Always rely on official sources like Nintendo’s website (https://www.nintendo.com) or trusted tech news outlets for accurate information. Stay tuned for official announcements—when they come, they’ll likely be made through Nintendo’s official channels.

Here's a clear, concise summary of the Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order and launch details, optimized for quick sharing and reference:

🎮 Nintendo Switch 2 – Official Pre-Order & Launch Info (2025)

✅ Pre-Order Dates

• United States: April 9, 2025
• United Kingdom: April 8, 2025
  (Major retailers and My Nintendo Store will open pre-orders on these dates)

🚀 Official Launch Date

• June 5, 2025 (Global release)

💰 Pricing

🔐 How to Get Pre-Order Access

1. Register on My Nintendo Store

   • Visit: https://www.nintendo.com/my
   • Sign in and express interest in Switch 2 pre-orders.

2. Priority Eligibility (First-Come, First-Served):

   • Must have an active 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership.
   • Must have logged at least 50 hours of gameplay on Nintendo Switch as of April 2, 2025.
   • Prioritized invites sent via email.

3. General Availability:

   • After priority users, remaining eligible registrants will receive invites.
   • Invites valid for 72 hours and non-transferable.
   • One console per account, one of each accessory.

4. Retail Pre-Orders:

   • Major retailers (Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop, etc.) will begin selling on April 9, 2025.
   • Inventory will sell out fast — act quickly.

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• Twitter/X: @IGNDeals
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We’ll post direct purchase links as soon as they go live.

📢 Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa on the Switch 2:

“The Nintendo Switch 2 is the next evolution in home console gaming that you can take anywhere, building on eight years of innovation and player feedback since the original Nintendo Switch. Featuring new functionality that enhances how we play, I truly believe this is a major step forward in our mission to bring joy and excitement to everyone Nintendo reaches.”

📦 What’s Included in the Switch 2 Console?

• Nintendo Switch 2 console
• Joy-Con 2 (Left + Right)
• Joy-Con 2 Grip
• Joy-Con 2 Wrist Straps
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
• Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
• USB-C Charging Cable

📺 Full Details & Announcements

• Watch the full Nintendo Direct (June 5, 2025) here: https://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct
• Read our full Switch 2 Pre-Order Guide: IGN – How to Buy the Switch 2

🔔 Pro Tip: Set reminders for April 8–9, 2025, and follow IGN Deals on X or Bluesky to avoid missing out.
🔥 Pre-orders are expected to sell out within seconds.

Stay tuned — the future of portable gaming is coming. 🌟