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GameStop to Have Limited Supply of Nintendo Switch In Store At Launch
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Resistance100
Member
Held some back to force bundles I see
ElBoxyBrown
Banned
If you don't buy their bundles your basically fucked.
The Technomancer
card-carrying scientician
My local store has 5 extra units. I'm going to show up around 10pm and scope things out, otherwise I'll just wait
calc84maniac
Member
Gotta love bundles that are a few cents more expensive than buying each item separately at MSRP.
Or, you know, buying anywhere else that offers a 20℅ discount on Zelda.
Or, you know, buying anywhere else that offers a 20℅ discount on Zelda.
OrbitalBeard
Member
Those bundles aren't bad, particularly the first one. When GS bundles systems, you're usually stuck with at least one game and accessory you'd never, ever choose to purchase separately.
My local store is pretty tiny, so I am expecting something similar.
Jimmyfenix
Member
4 systems..
do we know if any gamestop managers or best buy managers here on gaf have mentioned how much stock they were getting?
The Wraith
Member
I'm glad mine is already preordered
Honestly, the one with Zelda, Pro controller, and console is exactly what I bought. Its a lot better then forcing every launch game down your throat.
CharminUltra
Member
Take a deep breath. This launch gonna be WILD.
OnionPowder
Member
That bundle actually sounds perfect
sixteen-bit
Member
start lining up now
Rebel Leader
THE POWER OF BUTTERSCOTCH BOTTOMS
Get out. OUT I SAY!
tareqsalah1
Member
If u just want the console, buy the bundle and then return what ever you dont want the next day.
That cheaper bundle is not a completely terrible bundle. It's not really making people buy a ton of stuff they don't want. I'm assuming almost everybody wants Zelda. It does suck if you don't want the Pro Controller, but otherwise not a bad bundle.
I say this as someone that has the Switch console, Pro Controller, and Zelda all pre-ordered individually. It'd be like the perfect bundle for me, if I didn't already have everything pre-ordered.
I say this as someone that has the Switch console, Pro Controller, and Zelda all pre-ordered individually. It'd be like the perfect bundle for me, if I didn't already have everything pre-ordered.
OrbitalBeard
Member
That's not how this works. If you purchase a bundle, you're not getting a refund for returning part of it.
The Abominable Snowman
Member
I don't think so. Called a couple stores earlier and there are still preorders for pick up launch day.
Depending on your area just call around.
RaptorGTA
Member
They will hold a preorder for 48 hours I believe.
Jessie.Bristol
Member
Interesting, interesting. Still debating whether to get one at launch for Zelda or just get a cheap Wii U on Ebay. I have a GameStop and a Wal-Mart within walking distance of where I live. Shouldn't be that difficult to get one at launch if I decide on it.
You know Zelda, we really are the The Legend of you Breath of the Wild.
PSFan
Member
Yeah, that's what they are supposed to do. But I've heard of GS clerks or managers selling people's preorders to walk-ins that slipped them 10 or 20 bucks. It all depends on the particular GS really.
Okami Haundo
Member
I'll be really interested to see how launch numbers are across all retailers. Seems like there's a good chance of Switch being sold out! I'm glad I pre-ordered as soon as possible but godspeed to those who didn't and still want one. It seems like a rough ride.
Yeah... That's really just based on how people are. My local Gamestop usually holds onto things for more than 48 hours. The only time they strictly enforce that policy is when a jerk like me comes in and asks about something that was already on hold for that long.
Yeah... That's really just based on how people are. My local Gamestop usually holds onto things for more than 48 hours. The only time they strictly enforce that policy is when a jerk like me comes in and asks about something that was already on hold for that long.
One will probably be able to walk into a Toys R Us on March 3 and pick one up. Local electronics stores and grocery stores (like Meijer's) may also have ample stock.
And do Kmart and Sears still carry electronics?
GameStop and Best Buy are going to be non-starters.
PadWarrior
Member
Yeah that's what they've always told me.
TheFurizzlyBear
Member
I know some stores got 6 but im looking at 2 extra for each.
Okami Haundo
Member
Having been part of the "launch craze" for a few new consoles now, I'll agree and disagree. I'd say that "local" stores are the place to start for sure, but to definitely check ahead of time. Nothing worse than going local and finding out they didn't get any units at all.
I can't vouch for the entirety of the U.S., but I've seen a ton of people talk Toys R Us as the place to get Nintendo stuff lately, so I'd wager they're going to be just as bad as Best Buy and Gamestop. Not sure that K-Mart and Sears carry games anymore.
You mean like a strategy guide?
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Deleted member 752119
Unconfirmed Member
Those bundles aren't bad at least. Especially the system, pro controller and Zelda one. A lot of people want those 3 anyway and then embarks up is only a couple of cents. I imagine the guide one is too, but don't know it's MSRP and a lot of people probably don't want the guide.
OrbitalBeard
Member
I guess that's true, but fortunately it only adds $15 and at least it's useful for the game included with that particular bundle. Since the second bundle is just the first bundle + the guide, I would assume customers can choose between the two without issue and wouldn't be forced to buy bundle #2, but who knows.
Arkam
Member
Its ok, we all fall for it at some point. I did it for the GameCube launch. Was 'forced' to get three games and a 3rd party controller. I NEVER liked that controller... but kept it for years.
I'm not sure why some of you get all twisted up about GameStop's supply. It's not indicative on supply of other bigger stores. GameStop always gets a limited supply because they don't sell as much to begin with. BestBuy and Walmart and Target, etc sell way more and thus are going to have much larger allotments.
Not sure why anyone would intentionally buy from there anyway unless left with no other choice. Otherwise you get the forced bundle shit like they're offering.
Not sure why anyone would intentionally buy from there anyway unless left with no other choice. Otherwise you get the forced bundle shit like they're offering.
Forearm Star
Member
I hate when stores do shit like this. I remember GameCube launch being the same. I had to buy 3 games along with the system in order to get one.
Hahah beaten! Fucking circuit city!!
Guess that's why it's always better to preorder something
Hahah beaten! Fucking circuit city!!
Guess that's why it's always better to preorder something
Version 3.0
Member
I ended up at Fry's to get a 360 at launch, and their "bundle" at the time was, IIRC, "pick 5 games and 1 accessory from this list of stuff you don't want". The games on the list were GUN, NBA something or other, King Kong, and so on. Basically, the ones they thought wouldn't sell.
So, in order to get the games I did want, I ended up paying over $1100 for the damn thing (which RROD'd on me 8 months later).