Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-orders in Canada: What's the Deal?
Okay, so you're probably as excited as I am about the Nintendo Switch 2. June 5th, 2025 can't come soon enough, right? But hold on a sec… Canadian pre-orders? It's been a bit of a rollercoaster.
The Big Delay
Remember how pre-orders were supposed to start on April 9th, 2025, the same day as in the US? Yeah, well…that didn’t happen. Nintendo hit the brakes, citing those pesky new tariffs. Honestly, who saw that coming? It seems President Trump's tariffs on imports from Japan (and other countries) threw a major wrench in the works.
Nintendo said they needed time to figure out the impact of all this. You know how sometimes things just spiral? This was one of those times. The delay means we Canadians are left waiting to secure our Switch 2s before the official release date.
Where to Pre-order (Eventually!)
So, where can you actually pre-order the Switch 2 in Canada? The good news is, the big guys are still on board. The bad news is, we're all waiting for a new date.
Walmart CA: Walmart Canada has been pretty vocal about getting the Switch 2, promising both the standard model and that sweet Mario Kart World bundle.
Best Buy CA: Same story with Best Buy Canada. They've delayed pre-orders, but they'll definitely have them available once the go-ahead is given.
Keep your eyes glued to those websites! Seriously, set up accounts, save your payment info – anything to make grabbing a Switch 2 as smooth as possible the moment pre-orders open.
Price Tag and Other Stuff
The suggested retail price in the US is $449.99 USD for the standard console. But because of these tariffs, the original Canadian price of $629.99 CAD might change. The Mario Kart World bundle (initially $500 USD) could also see a price adjustment. And don’t forget, this delay affects not just the console, but all the games and accessories that are supposed to be available for pre-order alongside it.
What Now?
This is a constantly evolving situation, so keep checking back for updates on pre-order dates and pricing. This article will be updated as soon as I get any new info. And when those pre-orders *finally* go live? Be ready to move fast! Demand is going to be crazy.
This whole thing feels a bit like waiting in line for a super-popular concert, only instead of tickets, we’re waiting for a console. And this line is virtual, which is way less fun. Fingers crossed we get some good news soon!
