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With retailers beginning to gear up for the onslaught of orders, and price rumors starting to take more shape, things are already getting heated ahead of that April Direct date. If previous tradition stands true, Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders will go live when Ninty unveils the console in full via its dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation on April 2. That's what happened when the previous console launched, and considering this timeline semi-corresponds with the release date rumours that have been circling for so long, it's looking likely. In the meantime, a number of local retailers, including EB Games and JB Hi-Fi, have acknowledged that the Switch 2 is coming, though actual product listings and pre-order options aren't available yet. So until that happens, I'm getting you prepped with all the retailers you need to watch out for when Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders do land. I've been tracking these stock frenzies across everything from the Switch OLED to the PS5 and its Pro model over the last five years, so I've picked up a thing or two about being in the right place at the right time. You'll find all my tips and tricks further down the page. Switch 2 retailers in Australia (Image credit: Nintendo) While we're a ways off from actual Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders just yet, it's worth getting your ducks in a row. I would always recommend heading to Nintendo first and foremost when those pre-orders drop, but this is going to be a smaller site than other retail stores - and if crashes do occur it's worth having some backups available. Amazon, JB Hi-Fi and EB Games are all well seasoned in this game - they've been regulars in the race for console stock from other brands. Plus, don't sleep on the non-specialist bricks and mortar stores like Big W, especially if you have one nearby. Amazon can be speedy on delivery, so it makes sense to hold out for these orders if you're a Prime member, but it can be slow to launch its stock. Individual product pages can be difficult to find before pre-orders actually go live here, but it's well worth hunting them down (I'll be posting the link here as soon as I have it). There's another hitch in this plan, though. Amazon hasn't been the most Nintendo-favoured retailer for some time now. Black Friday was a wash here, with barely any savings on games and systems that were widely dropped at other stores. Inventory seems to be slowing as well. There's no doubt JB Hi-Fi will be among the frontrunners in Australia when it comes to Nintendo Switch 2 stock, though the major retailer has yet to provide any hints on whether pre-orders will drop on April 2 or beforehand (perhaps unofficially). The Gamesmen Aussie independent games retailer The Gamesmen is definitely onboard the Nintendo Switch 2 train: they've even got a newsletter you can sign up to to keep abreast of Nintendo Switch 2 news. This will presumably include pre-order information when that comes through. Nintendo Store Of course, Nintendo's own online store is going to be a safe bet. Listings will likely go live as soon as Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are actually announced - but stock will move particularly quickly. This is where everyone is heading, so it can pay off to think outside the box. EB Games will definitely have Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders. More importantly, there's every chance the retailer will have a handful of trade-in deals. If you've got a Nintendo Switch lying around, or any other console, trading them in for credit towards the Switch 2 may be the most cost effective way to enter Nintendo's next generation. Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order FAQs (Image credit: Nintendo) When is the Nintendo Direct presentation? Nintendo's Direct presentation is due to kick off on April 2, 2025, focusing solely on hardware. When will Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders go live? We're still waiting for information from Nintendo on all things Switch 2, including the pre-order date. If the original console's timeline holds true second time around, we could see those doors open right on announcement, during April's Direct presentation. How much will the Nintendo Switch cost? Analysts are currently putting the Nintendo Switch 2 price at $399 / £399 - $499 / £499 abroad, which translates in Australia to anywhere between AU$790 to AU$1,000. Thankfully, recent rumours have pointed towards the lower end of that spectrum, which is where I expect the final cost to sit, if not lower. The latest leaks come from an Italian retailer, with a 'discounted' rate of €364.99 (which works out at around AU$600 in Australia), though insider @Shpeshal_Nick claimed a rate of $449 (AU$707) on Twitter. It's unlikely that the Nintendo Switch 2 will push too close to a thousand bucks. Whatever the case, these are rumours: the Nintendo Switch 2 price hasn't been confirmed, and likely won't be until April 2. In the meantime, check out all the latest Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility updates as well as the best Nintendo Switch accessories and the best Nintendo Switch headsets on the market. Sign up to the GamesRadar+ Newsletter Weekly digests, tales from the communities you love, and more Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. 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