Nintendo Delays US Pre-Orders for Nintendo Switch 2 Amid Trump Tariff Impact Assessment
Fans eagerly anticipating the Nintendo Switch 2 will have to hold off on pre-ordering the console in the U.S. The company has announced a delay in pre-orders due to the recent international tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. While the launch date remains set for June 5, 2025, the new timeline for pre-orders is yet to be determined as Nintendo evaluates the market impact of these tariffs.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Delayed
Nintendo confirmed that pre-orders for the Switch 2, initially scheduled to begin on April 9, 2025, will not proceed as planned. In a statement released to gaming media outlets, the company emphasized the need to assess the potential effects of tariffs and changing market conditions before proceeding with pre-orders. “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 statement read. Nintendo assured fans that the launch date of June 5, 2025, remains unchanged. This announcement follows the Trump administration’s recent implementation of extensive tariffs on imports from various countries, which has caused significant fluctuations in global stock markets. The tariffs, which are expected to influence the pricing of the Nintendo Switch 2, have already led to a loss of over $6 trillion on Wall Street within just two days. The console is priced at $449.99 for the 256GB storage option and will also be available in a Mario Kart World bundle for $499.99.
Impact of Tariffs
The tariffs, announced last week by U.S. President Donald Trump, include a 10 percent levy on imports from numerous countries, with even steeper rates for imports from nations like China, Japan, and Vietnam. Analysts predict that these tariffs could have a negative impact on the video game industry as a whole. The Entertainment Software Association (ESA), the U.S. trade body for the gaming sector, expressed concerns about the tariffs’ potential effects. ESA spokesperson Aubrey Quinn stated that the tariffs would likely influence pricing, consumer spending, and overall revenues, which could lead to job losses within the industry. Nintendo recently unveiled the Switch 2 during an hour-long Nintendo Direct livestream on April 2, providing fans with insights into the hybrid console and its upcoming game lineup. As the company navigates these challenging market conditions, it remains to be seen how the tariffs will ultimately affect the pricing and availability of the new console.
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