Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Lead to Chaos as Demand Surges
Preorders for Nintendo's Switch 2 launched amid high demand, causing delays and cancellations for many eager customers.
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Demand for the Nintendo Switch 2 has led to chaos during its preorder launch, with numerous complaints of delays and cancellations across major retailers. While online preorders sold out quickly, GameStop is offering in-store options as well. Nintendo is working to fulfill orders but warns that timely delivery by the official launch date, June 5, is not guaranteed. The console's new price of $449.99, higher than its predecessor, has also drawn attention amid concerns about rising tariffs impacting consumer goods. Nintendo aims to boost console sales after a slowdown in demand for the original Switch.
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Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and GameStop are offering preorders. GameStop provides in-store options, while Amazon currently lacks a preorder page despite being active in the UK.
Overwhelming demand led to website crashes, rapid sellouts, and technical issues across retailers. Japan saw 2.2 million preorder applicants earlier, foreshadowing similar US challenges.
Nintendo warns invites may arrive post-June 5 launch date, with no guaranteed on-time deliveries due to high demand. Initial US invites were planned for May 8 but face delays.
The article notes concerns about rising tariffs impacting pricing, though specific tariff rates or direct cost correlations aren't detailed. The $449.99 price exceeds the original Switch’s $299 launch price.
Nintendo has implemented a 'register your interest' system and works to fulfill orders, but no specific production increases or alternative distribution methods are confirmed.
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