New Nintendo Switch 2 Report Raises Questions On When Preorders Will Go Live

There’s growing uncertainty regarding the exact date for pre-ordering the Nintendo Switch 2 at popular outlets, as two different release dates are currently being discussed.

According to Insider Gaming’s recent report, they have obtained internal emails and documents from a major U.S. retailer suggesting the release of the Switch 2 is scheduled for June, as previously speculated. However, these documents also indicate that pre-orders for the Switch 2 will become available on April 9, one week following a Nintendo Direct event on April 2, which is expected to provide additional information about the console, including its release date and potential launch games.

/videos/nintendo-switch-2-official-first-look-reveal-trailer/2300-6465596/

As a fervent gamer, I’m excitedly sharing some intriguing insights I’ve come across regarding the upcoming Nintendo Direct event. From what I gather, the announcement will hint at preorders becoming available soon and unveil a timer leading up to April 9th. What makes this event even more enticing is that an anonymous retailer, as per Insider Gaming, plans to offer an exclusive collectible coin for those who preorder the console.

What’s more, this retailer expects their Nintendo Switch 2 stock to run out on the very first day, all thanks to a limited allocation of units from Nintendo, as reported by Insider Gaming. So, if you’re planning to get your hands on one, keep a close eye on this mysterious seller!

Contrary to an earlier leak this week from Best Buy Canada, which indicated that preorders for the Switch 2 would start on April 2, the same day as a Switch 2-centric Nintendo Direct, the official preorder date now stands at April 9. Best Buy Canada has subsequently taken down the related blog post.

Regardless of whether preorders start on April 2nd, April 9th, or another day, enthusiastic fans won’t have to wait much longer for authentic updates directly from the source following the broadcast of the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2 at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET.

Currently, while Nintendo hasn’t officially confirmed anything yet, enthusiasts are buzzing about potential plans for the Switch 2, including a scoop from Insider Gaming suggesting that its game library will unfold in three stages. It’s said that the initial phase, coinciding with the Switch 2’s launch in June, will feature several first-party games, such as the newly unveiled Mario Kart game showcased in the Switch 2’s debut trailer. Furthermore, it’s rumored that more third-party developers will jump on board with the Switch 2 come autumn, with additional titles planned for release during the winter holiday season.

Although Nintendo made clear that their latest presentation wouldn’t focus on the Switch 2, they did disclose certain aspects about the upcoming console. Interestingly, both the existing Switch and its successor will convert digital game acquisitions into Virtual Game Cards. These cards can be transferred between consoles and accounts under the same family plan.

Investigating the details about Virtual Game Cards uncovered hints regarding how Nintendo might implement backward compatibility for original Switch games on the upcoming Switch 2. This could potentially mean that Nintendo Switch 2 “Edition” games may be improved versions of existing Switch 1 games, designed to run smoothly on Nintendo’s new hardware.

Read More

2025-03-28 22:09