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Nintendo's Switch 2 pre-orders are facing significant delays. High demand has pushed back invitation emails past the June 5th launch date for many. The 2.2 million pre-order applications in Japan foreshadowed the current situation in North America, where retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Best Buy are also experiencing high demand and order difficulties. Nintendo's stringent pre-order requirements, including a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership and gameplay data sharing, aim to deter scalpers.

Prepared by Jonathan Pierce and reviewed by editorial team.