According to an official blog post from Best Buy Canada, pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will commence on the same day as the Switch 2 Direct, which is set for April 2. The post serves as a comprehensive guide on how to secure your pre-order at Best Buy Canada. While it's confirmed for Best Buy Canada, there's still uncertainty about whether other major retailers will follow suit on the same date. Notably, Best Buy's U.S. page for the Switch 2 does not yet mention a pre-order start date, but it does offer a sign-up for notifications regarding pre-order news.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier this year with a brief trailer, confirming the new hardware and introducing a new Mario Kart game. The trailer concluded with the announcement of a Switch 2 Direct presentation scheduled for April 2.

Nintendo also recently held a Nintendo Direct focused on the current Nintendo Switch, which took place on March 27 at 10am EST, showcasing over 30 minutes of upcoming games. Additionally, Nintendo announced the launch of a "Nintendo Today" app for smartphones, designed to deliver the latest Switch 2 news directly to users following the next Nintendo Direct.

In the days following the Direct, Nintendo is hosting various fan events across the globe. In North America, events are planned 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 locations include 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. Events will also take place in Melbourne from May 10-11, Tokyo from April 26-27, and Seoul from May 31 to June 1.

Switch 2 Pre-orders: How to Buy

To ensure you secure your Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order as soon as possible, follow these tips from IGN's Deals team, who are continuously monitoring Switch 2 pre-order developments:

• Stay updated by following IGN and IGNDeals on social media platforms such as X and Bluesky. They will provide timely updates on pre-orders for the console, games, and accessories.
• Keep an eye on major retailers like 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 alternative notification sources like IGN during the Nintendo Direct on April 2 to stay ahead.