Nintendo Switch 2's preorder rollout has been massively impacted by Trump's tariffs, but that's not why the console has been indefinitely delayed in China — here's all we knowTech11:33, 10 Apr 2025Switch 2 is just a couple of months away(Image: AFP via Getty Images)Nintendo finally revealed the Switch 2 last week after months of waiting, and it's fair to say many of us have been getting our preorders in since.That's unless you're in the US, in which case preorders are severely delayed thanks to Trump's tariffs. Still, if you have managed to order yours, you'll no doubt be excited about the more powerful console, that Switch 2 will be able to play upgraded versions, and what that mysterious 'C' button does.‌Article continues belowIf you're in China, however, you'll need to temper your expectations. Nikkei is reporting (thanks, VGC) that Nintendo wants to see what demand is like for its latest console before committing to the console's launch.Mario Kart World is Nintendo's big Switch 2 launch title(Image: Nintendo)It's another twist in the tale of Nintendo and China, which has particularly tight regulations on video games and consoles within its borders.‌The original Switch is available in the country, but didn't launch until two years after it launched elsewhere.Nintendo has previously advised Chinese players that the Nintendo eShop is being shut down on March 31, 2026, and is giving away free games as compensation.Chinese Switch owners with an active WeChat account (an app that's pretty ubiquitous in China) can snag Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe, Pokemon Let's Go! Pikachu, and Super Mario Odyssey before the deadline.‌Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are now open at most UK online stores(Image: AFP via Getty Images)Chinese gamers tend to play more mobile games than buying dedicated gaming hardware, which likely also factors into Nintendo's decision making.‌Given the Switch 2 preorders have already been delayed in the US and Canada thanks to President Trump's tariffs, there's every chance the company will look to launch in China later on — but it's not looking likely any time soon.Nintendo partners with Chinese megacorporation Tencent to help with Switch distribution in the country, but Tencent declined to comment when Nikkei approached to ask about the new system.For more on Nintendo Switch 2, be sure to check out what the console was almost called, as well as the one surprising game we hope gets a second chance at success on the platform.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.