Nintendo delayed Newly announced switch 2 In the United States, due to concerns about Donald Trump’s tariffs. Bookings will no longer start on April 9.
“U.S. Nintendo Switch 2 reservations will not begin on April 9, 2025 to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions,” a company spokesperson said in a statement to TechCrunch. “Nintendo will update the timing later. The June 5, 2025 release date has not changed.”
Nintendo still plans to release the console for $450 on June 5.
The company launched the Nintendo Switch 2 on Tuesday, which will be the first new gaming console since the launch of the Nintendo Switch in 2017. The console will be purchased separately, or use a bundle that includes Mario Kart World (new games including Switch 2).
The launch was launched the same day Trump announced full tariffs Boasting about the technology industry. Trump announced 30% tariffs on China and Taiwan, which could undermine trade flows in the tech world.
