‘Overwhelming’ demand for Nintendo Switch 2 preorders leave potential buyers frustrated

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1. Gizmodo

   Nintendo Sets New Official Date for U.S. Switch 2 Preorders ↗ (opens Gizmodo)

   Published Apr 17, 2025

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   The Nintendo Switch 2 preorders start real soon. Those who want a console at launch June 5 should get in line as soon as possible.

2. NBC News

   Nintendo Switch 2 retail preorder to begin April 24 following tariff delays ↗ (opens NBC News)

   Published Apr 17, 2025

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   Nintendo on Friday announced that retail preorder for its Nintendo Switch 2 gaming system will begin on April 24 starting at $449.99.

3. CNET

   Switch 2 US Preorders Starting April 24, Price Staying at $450, Nintendo Confirms ↗ (opens CNET)

   Published Apr 17, 2025

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   Accessories, however, will see a little increase in price.

4. Forbes

   Nintendo Announces Switch 2 U.S. Pre-Order Date, ‘Maintains’ High Prices ↗ (opens Forbes)

   Published Apr 17, 2025

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   Nintendo has now finally given a day for U.S. pre-orders for the Switch 2, but it says it's not changing any of its prices despite fan pushback.

5. BGR

   Nintendo Switch 2 preorders will still start April 24 for $449.99 ↗ (opens BGR)

   Published Apr 17, 2025

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   Nintendo has announced the Nintendo Switch 2 price and preorder date for the US: Console starts at $449.99, as before the tariff craze.

6. Variety

   Nintendo Switch 2 Sets New Preorder Date, Price to Remain at $450 Amid Tariffs ↗ (opens Variety)

   Published Apr 17, 2025

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   After an initial delay, Nintendo set the Switch 2 preorder date for April 24 and said it will still be priced at $450 despite Trump's tariffs.

7. FOX Business

   Nintendo Switch 2 dodges tariffs, hits preorder shelves next week ↗ (opens FOX Business)

   Published Apr 17, 2025

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   Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders in the U.S. begin April 24 and keeps its starting price at $449 despite President Donald Trump's worldwide tariffs.

8. KGW Portland

   Nintendo announces Switch 2 US pre-order date, raises prices for accessories ↗ (opens KGW Portland)

   Published Apr 17, 2025

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   While Nintendo is keeping the originally announced price for the Switch 2 console, accessories are a different story.

9. Engadget

   Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders open April 24 in the US starting at $450, plus everything else you need to know ↗ (opens Engadget)

   Published Apr 17, 2025

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   The new console will be widely available starting June 5.

10. Digital Trends

    Nintendo Switch 2 preorders begin next week, but accessories will cost more ↗ (opens Digital Trends)

    Published Apr 17, 2025

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    Nintendo has revealed when you can preorder the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, but warns that accessory prices have increased.

11. Foxla

    Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date set after delay over tariffs ↗ (opens Foxla)

    Published Apr 19, 2025

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    Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are set after the company initially delayed them over uncertainty stemming from President Trump’s tariffs.

12. Variety

    Nintendo Switch 2: Here’s How to Preorder the New Video Game Console Online ↗ (opens Variety)

    Published Apr 22, 2025

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    Nintendo of America announced the new Nintendo Switch 2 with release on June 5: Here's how to find, preorder and buy the video game console online

13. BGR

    Nintendo Switch 2 preorder inventory is already sold out in Japan ↗ (opens BGR)

    Published Apr 22, 2025

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    The Nintendo Switch 2 is generating enormous preorder interest in Japan, where the initial batch has sold out.

14. Howtogeek

    You Might Want To Pre-Order Your Nintendo Switch 2 Tomorrow ↗ (opens Howtogeek)

    Published Apr 22, 2025

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    We've seen this story before.

15. Gizmodo

    Gamers Are Mobbing Switch 2 Preorders Worldwide ↗ (opens Gizmodo)

    Published Apr 22, 2025

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    Judging by these sales numbers, the U.S. Switch 2 preorder scene will be hectic midnight on Thursday.

16. Gizmodo

    Pre-order Switch 2: Where to Buy the Switch 2 with Guaranteed Delivery on Launch Day? ↗ (opens Gizmodo)

    Published Apr 22, 2025

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    You’ll want to pick the right place to preorder your Switch 2.

17. Gizmodo

    Pre-order Switch 2: At What Exact Time Can You Purchase the New Console? ↗ (opens Gizmodo)

    Published Apr 22, 2025

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    No matter where you are in the U.S., here’s when you can pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2.

18. BGR

    Nintendo Switch 2 sold out immediately, so GameStop is your only chance ↗ (opens BGR)

    Published Apr 23, 2025

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    Nintendo Switch 2 preorders sold out almost immediately after retailers started taking orders. GameStop might be your only chance.

19. NJ.com / Star-Ledger

    Nintendo Switch 2 preorders just started, and some are already sold out. There’s still one available at Walmart ↗ (opens NJ.com / Star-Ledger)

    Published Apr 23, 2025

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    The Nintendo Switch 2 is finally ready to preorder at Walmart before it officially releases on June 5. Here's where to preorder before it sells out.

20. Polygon

    Here’s where you can pre-order a Nintendo Switch 2 ↗ (opens Polygon)

    Published Apr 23, 2025

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    The Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are now available at retailers across the U.S. with the console costing $449.99.

21. The Oregonian

    ‘Overwhelming’ demand for Nintendo Switch 2 preorders leave potential buyers frustrated ↗ (opens The Oregonian)

    Published Apr 23, 2025

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    The company said it would be “working diligently to fulfill orders as product becomes available,” but noted that delivery by June 5 was not guaranteed.

22. BGR

    Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are live: Where can you buy one? ↗ (opens BGR)

    Published Apr 23, 2025

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    Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are now live, and we've got all the information you need to know to get one on launch day.

23. Engadget

    Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are available now at Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy and others starting at $450 ↗ (opens Engadget)

    Published Apr 23, 2025

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    Pre-orders have finally opened in the US after a delay, ahead of the console's official June 5 release date.

24. Polygon

    How to pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro controller ↗ (opens Polygon)

    Published Apr 23, 2025

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    The $84.99 Switch 2 Pro controller is launching June 5, but pre-orders are open at Best Buy, Walmart, and other retailers.

25. KOB 4

    Nintendo Switch 2 preorders see 'overwhelming' demand, frustrations for hopeful buyers ↗ (opens KOB 4)

    Published Apr 23, 2025

    Same headline from 3 more outlets

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    U.S. preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 kicked off shortly after the clock struck midnight Thursday. But chaos soon ensued amid high demand. Scores of consumers hoping to be among the first to own Nintendo’s latest gaming console — which is set to officially launch June 5 — jumped online to try and…

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