Best Buy Announces Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Begin April 2

Excitement is building as Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are set to kick off on April 2, coinciding with the highly anticipated Switch 2 Direct. This announcement comes directly from a recent blog post by Best Buy Canada, which has laid out a comprehensive guide for fans eager to secure their new console. The post explicitly states, "Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open on April 2nd at Best Buy Canada." While it's confirmed for Best Buy Canada, it remains to be seen if other major retailers will also begin pre-orders on the same day.

For those in the U.S., Best Buy's Switch 2 page currently offers no specific pre-order start date but does provide an option to sign up for notifications about upcoming pre-order opportunities.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled at the beginning of the year, accompanied by a teaser trailer that not only confirmed the new hardware but also showcased a brand new Mario Kart game. The trailer concluded with the announcement of a Switch 2 Direct presentation scheduled for April 2.

In a related development, Nintendo recently held a Nintendo Direct on March 27 at 10am EST, focusing on upcoming titles for the current Nintendo Switch. During this event, they also introduced the "Nintendo Today" app for smartphones, which will keep users updated on Switch 2 developments following the next Nintendo Direct.

Following the Direct, Nintendo is set to engage fans further with a series of events across North America and Europe. These include stops in New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas and Toronto (April 25-27), Paris (April 4-6), London (April 11-13), Milan and Berlin (April 25-27), Madrid and Amsterdam (May 9-11), Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), and Seoul (May 31-June 1).

Switch 2 Pre-orders: How to Buy

To help you secure your Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order as soon as possible, IGN's Deals team, which continuously monitors Switch 2 pre-order updates, offers the following tips:

• Stay updated by following **IGN** and **IGNDeals** on social media platforms such as **X** and **Bluesky**. They'll provide real-time updates on preorders for the console, games, and accessories.
• Monitor major retailers like **Amazon**, **Target**, **Walmart**, **GameStop**, and **Best Buy** for pre-order availability.
• Be aware that email notifications from retailers like Best Buy can sometimes be delayed. Consider using alternative notification sources like IGN during the Nintendo Direct on April 2 to stay ahead of the curve.