"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," according to a company statement. "Nintendo will update timing at a later date. "

Nintendo Switch 2 delay has left U.S. gamers frustrated after Nintendo paused preorders due to new Trump-imposed tariffs. Fans were eagerly waiting to get their hands on the next-gen console, but now fear price hikes beyond the $449 tag.

Nintendo has delayed pre-orders in the United States for the Switch 2 in response to sweeping new tariffs outlined by the Trump administration earlier this week. Pre-orders were scheduled to begin on April 9, but have been delayed indefinitely, Nintendo said Friday. Switch 2’s release date in the U.S. is still set for June 5.