"Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Begin April 2 at Best Buy"

Exciting news for gaming enthusiasts: pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 are set to begin on April 2, coinciding with the Switch 2 Direct, as announced in a recent blog post from Best Buy Canada. The post provides a detailed guide on how to secure your pre-order, emphasizing that "Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open on April 2nd at Best Buy Canada." While it remains unclear if other major retailers will also start pre-orders on the same day, Best Buy's U.S. page for the Switch 2 currently offers a sign-up option for pre-order updates.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled at the beginning of the year, accompanied by a thrilling trailer that not only confirmed the new hardware but also teased a new Mario Kart game. The trailer concluded with the announcement of the Switch 2 Direct presentation scheduled for April 2.

In addition to the Switch 2 news, Nintendo recently held a Nintendo Direct on March 27 at 10am EST, showcasing over 30 minutes of upcoming titles for the current Nintendo Switch. Alongside this, they introduced the "Nintendo Today" app for smartphones, designed to keep users up-to-date with the latest Switch 2 developments following the next Nintendo Direct.

Following the Direct, Nintendo is set to engage fans with various events across North America, Europe, and Asia. These events will take place in cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, Toronto, Paris, London, Milan, Berlin, Madrid, Amsterdam, Melbourne, Tokyo, and Seoul, spanning from April 4 to 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 tirelessly tracking pre-order information:

• Stay connected with **IGN** and **IGNDeals** on social media platforms like **X** and **Bluesky** for the latest updates on pre-orders for the console, games, and accessories.
• Keep a close watch 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 might be delayed. Consider alternative notification sources like IGN during the Nintendo Direct on April 2 for timely alerts.