After an excruciating eight-year wait, Nintendo finds itself in uncharted territory—astonished by the staggering demand for its highly anticipated Switch 2. In a jaw-dropping turn of events, around 2.2 million fans have entered a pre-order lottery in Japan alone, far surpassing the limited supply available for its launch on June 5.

A Rollercoaster of Pre-Order Drama!

With winners set to be announced tomorrow, April 24, not everyone will get their hands on a coveted console. Those who miss out will find their hopes revived as they'll automatically be entered into a second chance drawing. Nintendo had to respond to this tsunami of interest, stating, "We are currently working on further strengthening our production system." They assured fans that a considerable number of Nintendo Switch 2 units would be produced and shipped in the future, while also extending apologies for the delays.

US and Canada Pre-Orders on the Horizon!

The pre-order saga has not been without its challenges. Nintendo faced delays in the US due to President Trump's tariffs and the ensuing uncertainty around pricing. However, they’re back in the game, confirming that pre-orders in the US and Canada will kick off on April 24 as well, with the Switch 2 retaining its $450 price tag—though this might mean a hit to the company's bottom line.

Despite these challenges, it's clear that the excitement surrounding the Switch 2 is palpable, and fans are eagerly anticipating what will likely be a groundbreaking console. Stay tuned for more updates as the launch date approaches!