Nintendo Postpones Switch 2 Pre-Orders in the U.S.

In a surprising move, Nintendo Co., Ltd. has announced a delay in the pre-order date for the highly anticipated Switch 2 console in the United States. The decision comes as a direct response to the recent imposition of reciprocal tariffs and the need to evaluate their impact alongside evolving market conditions.

Official Statement from Nintendo

"Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start April 9, 2025 as initially planned. This delay allows us to assess the potential effects of tariffs and market dynamics. We will provide updates on the new pre-order timing in the future. However, the official launch date remains unchanged for June 5, 2025," a Nintendo spokesperson explained to IGN.

A Glimpse into the Future

Earlier this week, Nintendo unveiled its next-generation console, the Switch 2, marking the company's first major hardware release since the original Nintendo Switch debuted in 2017. The gaming community has been eagerly awaiting this announcement, and the delay in pre-orders only adds to the anticipation.