Nintendo Pauses Switch 2 Preorders in the U.S.: What This Means for Gamers Amid Tariff Concerns
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Delay
Nintendo has decided to pause the pre-order process for the Nintendo Switch 2 due to new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump. U.S. customers will not be able to place pre-orders starting April 9, although the system is still set for release on June 5.
Pricing and Tariff Concerns
On April 2,Nintendo revealed details about the Switch 2 during a direct presentation. the standard price is $450, with a special edition priced at $500 that includes mario Kart world. Later that day, President Trump introduced significant tariffs on imports from various countries, raising concerns about potential price increases.
In a statement to Digital Trends, Nintendo explained their decision: “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. The launch date of June 5, 2025 remains unchanged.”
impact of Tariffs on Production
This news may heighten worries that the already debated price of the Switch 2 could rise instead of fall.The concern arises from Trump's announcement of a surprising 46% tariff on products imported from Vietnam—where Nintendo has been producing its consoles since moving away from China in response to earlier tariff threats during Trump's first term.
Future Updates
Currently, there is no data regarding when pre-orders will resume. Though, nintendo maintains its plan to launch the Switch 2 alongside Mario Kart World on June 5.
