Here's everything you need to know about Nintendo Switch 2 preorders, from dates and times to the retailers participating.

Do you need a Switch 2 to play GameCube games? What time do preorders start? Can you queue outside GameStop on June 5? We've answered all your burning questions.

Pre-orders are live for Nintendo Switch 2 games in Japan, and there’s a rather concerning note attached to all third-party releases up for order so far. The games are listed as Game-Key Cards, which Nintendo have revealed is the new terminology for games that require a download before play.