Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will start on the same day as the Switch 2 Direct event on April 2, according to Best Buy Canada.
In an official blog post which has now been deleted, Best Buy Canada explained how to pre-order the Switch 2, stating: "Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will open on April 2nd at Best Buy Canada."
It remains to be seen whether this is just the date Best Buy Canada has decided to commence pre-orders, or whether other major retailers will be doing the same.
While there is no further information on Best Buy's designated Switch 2 page, there is an option that allows users to sign up for notifications relating to pre-order updates.
The pre-order date surfaced shortly before a separate Nintendo Direct showcase took place today, March 27, during which around 30 minutes of upcoming games for the Switch 2 were presented.
More details on the Switch 2's release are expected during the Switch 2 Direct event, which is currently scheduled for April 2. Here, Nintendo will be offering a closer look at the Switch 2, and based on what Best Buy Canada has said, pre-orders could finally go live around the same time.
The Nintendo Switch 2 was revealed at the start of the year through a short trailer that showed glimpses of its new hardware features alongside a brand-new Mario Kart game.
Excitement understandably went through the roof, and fans have been eagerly awaiting more news about this incredible-looking handheld since. Although it's not known exactly when the Switch 2 will launch, an official pre-order date signals another step closer to its release.
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