We may earn a commission when you buy through links on the site. The Nintendo Switch 2 is getting closer to make its grand entrance and for fans looking to lay hands on one, knowing the precise where and when of the preorder is most important.

We're just days away from the official preorder date for the Nintendo Switch 2, which means you better start putting a plan in place. Major retailers in the U.S. like Best Buy, GameStop, and Walmart will all be taking pre-orders starting April 24,

Nintendo Switch 2 preorders sold out almost instantly on April 24th, but we're keeping an eye out for restocks ahead of launch day.