Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are open at GameStop (update: sold out)

Update, April 24th: Following a messy rollout, it appears GameStop has sold out of its initial preorder inventory. We’ve reached out to GameStop, and we’ll update this post if we receive confirmation. Most major retailers launched their Nintendo Switch 2 preorders at 12AM ET on April 24th and sold out quickly — but thankfully, GameStop is doing things a bit differently. The company says it’s kicking off in-store preorders when the “doors open” today, and online preorders for the $449.99 standalone console and the $499.99 Mario Kart World bundle are now available. Here’s what you should know if you want to be among the first to get the Switch 2 when it launches on June 5th. The standalone Switch 2 comes with a pair of Joy-Con 2 controllers, which magnetically attach to the console and feature Nintendo’s new “C” button — a shortcut that allows you to access Nintendo’s new in-game chat feature, GameChat. Inside the box, you’ll also find a redesigned dock, a basic Joy-Con grip, Joy-Con w ... Read full article.