Nintendo has officially announced a delay in the preorder schedule for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. Initially set to commence on April 9, 2025, the company will postpone these preorders to evaluate the potential ramifications of recent tariff changes.

Impact of Tariffs on U.S. Preorders

According to a statement shared with the BBC, the delay is a direct response to President Trump’s newly implemented tariffs, which could affect pricing and supply chain dynamics. “Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start April 9, 2025, in order to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions,” Nintendo stated, confirming that updates regarding the new preorder timeline will be provided in the future.

Global Preorder Dates Unchanged

It’s important to note that this delay pertains solely to U.S. orders, and preorder dates for customers in other regions remain intact. Despite this postponement, Nintendo has affirmed that the console’s release will proceed as scheduled on June 5, 2025.

Pricing Details

Nintendo has also revealed that the anticipated price of the Switch 2 will be set at $449.99. This pricing comes in the wake of recent trade policies that significantly impact import costs.

Understanding the Tariff Impact

On April 2, President Trump announced a 10% baseline tax on imports from various countries, coupled with elevated tariffs on numerous nations with trade surpluses with the U.S. Notably, Japan faces a steep 24% tax on imports, escalating concerns for companies like Nintendo that rely on international supply chains.