A recent report has indicated that the highly anticipated pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will not commence on April 2 as previously thought. Information from a major U.S. retailer suggests that the pre-orders will actually go live a week later, on April 9. While Nintendo is scheduled to fully reveal the Switch 2 on April 2, it’s unclear if they will announce pre-orders and the official launch date during the event. Earlier this week, a blog post from Best Buy Canada erroneously stated that pre-orders would be available on April 2, coinciding with Nintendo’s Direct livestream.

Such timing is not unusual—game and phone manufacturers often launch pre-orders alongside product announcements. However, Best Buy quickly retracted the post, and subsequent rumors emerged indicating a delay to April 9 for the pre-order availability. According to Insider Gaming, which claims to have access to internal documents from a significant U.S. retailer, the new pre-order date is likely accurate. This suggests that Nintendo could opt for a release strategy similar to that of the original Switch, which was revealed in October 2016 and followed by pre-orders in January 2017 before launching in March.

Still, there’s no certainty surrounding Nintendo’s specific plan. Moreover, the leaked documents reportedly also hint at a June launch for the Nintendo Switch 2, which aligns with many existing rumors. This timeline indicates that the console could be in high demand from the outset, with the retailer expecting it to sell out quickly due to limited availability. For those looking to pre-order, it will be crucial to act fast once they become available, especially with a rumored price tag of $399.99.