Those able to get their hands on the new Nintendo Switch 2 can snag a trade-in bonus from GameStop. Here's how it works.

A GameStop damaged Nintendo Switch 2 displays after stapling receipts to the boxes, but buyers will receive replacements.

If you’re still on the hunt for a Nintendo Switch 2, follow these expert tips we’ve learned from years of tracking hard-to-find consoles.

GameStop may be trying to break its way into news headlines this week, following the much-anticipated launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, with the release of its Q1 2025 financial results delivered via its investor website.

Sam's Club: The Walmart-owned warehouse club had the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle on June 5. It will only be available to Sam's Club members. New members can get an annual Sam's Club membership for $25 (was $50).

Some people reported an unwelcome surprise after picking up their Nintendo Switch 2 preorders at GameStop: staples used to attach receipts to Switch 2 boxes ended up damaging the screens on the console, as reported by IGN. However, GameStop says this was an issue that was “isolated” to a single store and that it has already offered replacements.

Those that have pre-ordered their Switch 2 through GameStop but haven't paid it off yet may want to do so before the midnight launch.

Nintendo Switch 2 owners are opening consoles with punctured screens due to store receipts being stapled into the front of the console's box.

In the UK, there was some excellent availability for the Nintendo Switch 2 for launch day, and after a tough day or so, it seems like stock is improving. We'll be checking UK retailers regularly for any updates, so rest assured, you'll find the best links for that region here too.