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

According to a recent official blog post from Best Buy Canada, pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will commence on April 2, coinciding with the Switch 2 Direct event. The blog post serves as a detailed guide on how to secure your pre-order, explicitly stating, "Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open on April 2nd at Best Buy Canada." While it's unclear if this pre-order date applies solely to Best Buy Canada or if other major retailers will also start pre-orders on the same day, the excitement is palpable. In the U.S., Best Buy's Switch 2 page currently does not mention a pre-order start date but offers a sign-up option for notifications about pre-order availability.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier this year with a brief trailer that not only confirmed the new hardware but also teased a brand new Mario Kart game. The trailer concluded with the announcement of a Switch 2 Direct presentation scheduled for April 2. In addition, Nintendo recently held a Nintendo Direct on March 27 at 10am EST, showcasing over 30 minutes of upcoming games for the current Nintendo Switch. They also introduced a "Nintendo Today" app for smartphones, designed to keep users updated on Switch 2 news following the next Nintendo Direct.

Following the Direct, Nintendo is set to host a series of fan events across various locations. In North America, events will take place in New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27). European fans can look forward to events in Paris (April 4-6), London (April 11-13), Milan (April 25-27), Berlin (April 25-27), Madrid (May 9-11), and Amsterdam (May 9-11). Additionally, events are planned for Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), and Seoul (May 31-June 1).

Switch 2 Pre-orders: How to Buy

To ensure you don't miss out on securing your Nintendo Switch 2, here are some valuable tips from IGN's Deals team, who are diligently tracking Switch 2 pre-order news around the clock:

• 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 a close watch 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 sometimes be delayed. Consider alternative notification sources, such as updates from IGN, especially during the Nintendo Direct on April 2.