According to Best Buy Canada's latest blog post, Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders will launch simultaneously with the Switch 2 Direct on April 2.
The detailed guide confirms: "Best Buy Canada will begin accepting Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders starting April 2."
Currently unclear whether other major retailers will align their pre-order dates with Best Buy Canada's April 2 launch.
While Best Buy's U.S. site hasn't announced specific pre-order dates yet, customers can register for stock notifications.
Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look
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Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2 earlier this year through a teaser trailer showcasing the new hardware and an upcoming Mario Kart title, culminating in the April 2 Switch 2 Direct announcement.
The recent Nintendo Direct on March 27 featured 30+ minutes of Switch game reveals, alongside news about a "Nintendo Today" mobile app that will deliver Switch 2 updates post-Direct.
Nintendo will host fan events across North America post-Direct, including New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27).
European events span Paris (April 4-6), London (April 11-13), Milan/Berlin (April 25-27), Madrid/Amsterdam (May 9-11), plus Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), and Seoul (May 31-June 1).
Switch 2 Pre-orders: How to Buy
IGN's Deals team shares these expert tips to help you secure your Switch 2 pre-order:
Follow IGN and IGNDeals on X and Bluesky for real-time updates on console bundles, games, and accessories.Monitor Amazon, Target, Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy for availability alerts.Retailer emails often delay - enable push notifications from IGN during the April 2 Nintendo Direct for instant updates.
