"Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Begin April 2, Best Buy Confirms"

According to a recent official blog post by Best Buy Canada, pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will kick off on April 2, coinciding with the Switch 2 Direct presentation. The blog post serves as a detailed guide for those eager to secure their new console, stating, "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 unclear if other major retailers will also begin pre-orders on the same day.

For gamers in the U.S., Best Buy's Switch 2 page currently lacks a specific pre-order date but offers a sign-up option for notifications about pre-order availability. This move indicates that pre-orders may soon be available across the border as well.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled early this year with a brief trailer that not only confirmed the new hardware but also teased a new Mario Kart game. The trailer concluded with the announcement of a Switch 2 Direct presentation scheduled for April 2.

Nintendo has been active with announcements, including a Nintendo Direct today, March 27, at 10am EST, which showcased over 30 minutes of upcoming games for the current Nintendo Switch. Additionally, Nintendo introduced a "Nintendo Today" app for smartphones, set to deliver the latest Switch 2 updates directly to users following the upcoming Nintendo Direct.

Following the Direct, Nintendo plans to host a series of fan events across North America, Europe, and Asia. In North America, events will be held in New York from April 4 to 6, Los Angeles from April 11-13, Dallas from April 25-27, and Toronto from April 25-27. European events are scheduled in Paris from April 4-6, London from April 11-13, Milan from April 25-27, Berlin from April 25-27, Madrid from May 9-11, and Amsterdam from May 9-11. Additionally, events will take place in Melbourne from May 10-11, Tokyo from April 26-27, and Seoul from May 31-June 1.

Switch 2 Pre-orders: How to Buy

To ensure you don't miss out on securing your Nintendo Switch 2, follow these tips from IGN's Deals team, who are closely monitoring pre-order developments around the clock:

• Stay updated by following **IGN** and **IGNDeals** on social media platforms like **X** and **Bluesky**. We'll provide the latest news on pre-orders for the console, games, and accessories.
• Keep an eye on 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 can be delayed. Consider using alternative sources like IGN for real-time updates during the Nintendo Direct on April 2.