A new leak reveals when pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open–just days before the official Nintendo Direct next week.
It’s been a wild few months for Nintendo fans. Back in January 2025, Nintendo finally pulled back the curtain on its next big console: the Nintendo Switch 2. Since then, rumors and supposed leaks have been flying around everywhere.
Everything from its power and performance to what games might launch with it. And now, with the official Nintendo Switch 2 Direct coming up next week on April 2, we’re getting a clearer picture of what’s on the way.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-order Date Might’ve Just Slipped Early
According to a recent blog post from Best Buy Canada, it looks like pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will go live the same day as the Direct, Wednesday, April 2, 2025. While Nintendo hasn’t said anything official yet, this detail being posted by a major retailer gives it some real weight. Best Buy also confirmed it’ll be opening up those pre-orders right after the presentation.
“Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open on April 2nd at Best Buy Canada, giving you the chance to secure your console early,” the article reads. Earlier reports claim that the Switch 2 will hit store shelves sometime in late June 2025. So, if you’ve been waiting to lock in your order, April 2 might be your shot.
So, what exactly are we getting with this new console? Based on leaked specs, the Switch 2 is shaping up to be a big step up from the original. It’s rumored to come with a more powerful Nvidia T239 chip, 12GB of fast LPDDR5 memory, and even support for ray tracing. Joy-Cons will snap on magnetically this time, and it’ll have a sturdier U-shaped kickstand for tabletop play.
Other neat changes include a second USB-C port and full support for your existing Switch games, both physical and digital. That said, some older games might have trouble running perfectly. As for the games, we’ve heard whispers of a new Mario Kart and ports like Final Fantasy VII Remake and Elden Ring being ready to go around launch.
What do you think? Is this the upgrade you’ve been waiting for? And are you planning to pre-order on April 2? Let us know how you’re feeling in the comments.