Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 cause chaos online due to high demand.


Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 cause chaos online due to high demand.

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Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 cause chaos online due to high demand.

The new Nintendo Switch 2 had preorders start. Many people wanted to buy it, making it hard to get. Some people got their orders in, but many had problems.

People shared their problems online, like long waits and errors. Some orders were even canceled after being confirmed. Nintendo knew there was big demand and would try to fill orders.

Stores like Walmart sold out of preorders very fast. They said people can try again on June 5. Other stores like Best Buy and Target also had problems with stock.

GameStop had online and in-store preorders, but online sold out quickly. They said they would fix problems with fake orders. It is not known how many consoles each store had for preorder.

The Switch 2 is popular because it is better than the old one. But new taxes might make it cost more. The new console costs more than the old one, partly because of these taxes.


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When did preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 start?

Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 started recently.

What problems did people face when trying to order the Switch 2?

People faced long waits, errors, and some orders were canceled.

Why is the Switch 2 more expensive than the old one?

The Switch 2 is more expensive partly because of new taxes.


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