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Video game retailer GameStop said Thursday that it is investigating claims made by some customers that they received damaged Nintendo Switch 2 consoles. In multiple social media posts across X and ...

The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is here. While some fans report damage to their new devices, GameStop is offering fans a trade-in bonus deal if they trade their old Nintendo Switch console ...

Nintendo fans rejoice! It’s finally here, the Nintendo Switch 2. This console was first shown off to fans worldwide at the start of this year. However, it wasn’t until just a few months ago that a ...

A packaging controversy during the Nintendo Switch 2 launch nearly sent GameStop into crisis — and the company's CEO revealed how he turned the fiasco into a rousing success. GameStop Chairman and CEO ...

It's so close, yet for many eager gamers, still out of reach. The Nintendo Switch 2 launch day has come and gone, and those lucky enough to get a console are already happily playing Mario Kart World ...

The launch of Nintendo Switch 2 was a highly-anticipated day for a lot of people. The arrival of a new video game system is usually cause for excitement, but it seems one GameStop location ...

TL;DR: GameStop faced backlash after stapling receipts through Nintendo Switch 2 screens during midnight launch events, damaging consoles for some customers. The issue was isolated to one store, which ...

Show a Switch 2 receipt at GameStop for 20% more trade-in value on Switch 1 until June 15. Customers who purchase a Switch 2 from any retailer can benefit from the offer. Consider a system transfer ...