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Major Retailers Reportedly Cancel Switch 2 Preorders in US

Jun 02, 2025 3:22 PM

In a surprising turn of events, several US customers have reported cancellations of their Nintendo Switch 2 preorders through major retailers like Walmart, Target, and GameStop. Many of these reports, shared across social media platforms, indicate that customers received notifications that their orders were canceled due to alleged payment errors, even when their payment methods appeared valid. This situation has drawn considerable attention, especially as the console is set to launch on June 5, 2025. Following similar incidents in the UK where retailer GAME also canceled preorders, it appears that issues with processing payments are affecting multiple regions as the hype for the Switch 2 intensifies.

What should I do if my Switch 2 preorder gets canceled?

If your Switch 2 preorder gets canceled, first check your payment method and ensure it's valid. Then, reach out to the retailer's customer service for clarification and possibly to reinstate your order. Keep an eye on official channels for updates regarding stock availability and restocks.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is a much-anticipated upgrade in the beloved Switch lineup, following the success of its predecessor which blended handheld and home console gaming. With new capabilities and upgraded performance expected, the excitement around its release continues to grow, making these preorder issues particularly frustrating for eager fans.



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Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2025-06-02 15:40:13
Ugh, preorder nightmares strike again—you'd think retailers would have this figured out by now after so many console launches. At least the Switch 2 hype is real, even if the preorder process feels stuck in 2010. Kinda wild how history repeats itself with these payment errors—maybe we should start a betting pool on which retailer botches the next big launch. Stay strong, fellow gamers, the restock grind awaits
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2025-06-02 15:34:11
Ah man, another round of preorder chaos - feels like we're stuck in a loop of retailer mishaps every console launch. Maybe Nintendo should just drop the Switch 2 like a surprise album to avoid this mess next time Seeing these payment errors pop up everywhere makes me wonder if retailers are just overwhelmed by demand or if there's some backend gremlin at work. Either way, fingers crossed for everyone trying to secure their preorders
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