The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch on April 2, 2025. According to our analysis, the pre-order date will be Wednesday at 10am ET, with retailers likely to go live shortly after the Nintendo Direct live stream ends.
To stay ahead of the game, gamers can follow industry expert Matt Swider on X/Twitter for instant alerts when pre-orders become available. However, American stores are unlikely to send notifications as soon as pre-orders go live, making a retailer-specific alert system essential.
Top retailers that will offer Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders include Walmart, Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, and Target, with popular wholesale clubs like Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s potentially offering them later.
While Nintendo has promised ample supply for the launch, video game scalpers may still make it difficult to secure a console. To avoid this, gamers are advised to secure their pre-order at 10am ET on April 2.
For those with membership or access to exclusive deals, the official Nintendo store website is likely to offer early access and email notifications.
Source: https://www.theshortcut.com/p/nintendo-switch-2-pre-order