Nintendo Delays Switch 2 Pre-Orders in the U.S. Over Tariff Concerns
Nintendo has indefinitely delayed U.S. pre-orders for the Switch 2 due to tariff concerns, though the June 5 release date remains unchanged—for now.
Just days after finally announcing the June 5, 2025 release date for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo has hit pause on U.S. pre-orders—indefinitely.
Pre-orders were originally set to go live on April 9, just a week after the reveal. Fans around the world, especially in the U.S., were gearing up to secure the next-gen hybrid console, but now they’ll have to wait a little longer.
US Pre-Orders Paused in the U.S.
Nintendo released a statement on Friday, April 4, explaining the change of plans:
“Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start April 9, 2025, to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions.”
While there’s no new pre-order date set for U.S. customers, Nintendo did confirm that the June 5 release date still stands—at least for now.
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🌍 What’s Causing the Delay?
The decision comes after President Trump announced new global tariffs on April 2, affecting electronics from countries like Japan, China, and Vietnam—all of which are major hubs in Nintendo’s supply chain. Although Nintendo is based in Japan, they moved Switch production to Vietnam back in 2019 to avoid earlier tariffs, but the new policy affects both.
💰 Could the Price Go Up?
Right now, the Switch 2 is expected to cost $449.99, and that’s before you add any games or accessories. With tariffs now in the mix, there’s a chance that price tag could go even higher. Nintendo hasn’t commented on pricing changes yet, but it’s something to watch as we get closer to launch.
🛒 How to Pre-Order (When They Open)
When pre-orders do eventually open in the U.S., Nintendo plans to stick with its anti-scalper rules. That means:
- You’ll need to register for an invite
- Have 50+ hours of gameplay on your current Switch
- Be a Nintendo Switch Online subscriber for 12+ months
This system is designed to give loyal players the first shot at pre-orders while keeping resellers out of the mix.
So, while international fans may be lining up to secure their consoles soon, U.S.-based players will need to sit tight a bit longer. Hopefully, the delay won’t last too long—and fingers crossed the price doesn’t climb in the meantime.
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