GameStop has announced its getting another round of Nintendo Switch restock in all of its stores, the first time since the Switch first released in March.The new allotments of Nintendo Switch restocks at GameStop will arrive starting Aug. 15 in stores. That said, the amount each GameStop receives will differ, so it will be best for prospective buyers will to call ahead before visiting their local GameStop.
GameStop has also announced new trade-in deals that encourages Nintendo Switch buyers to trade-in old consoles they’re no longer using. Customers can receive up to $200 of credit to go towards the Nintendo Switch ($299).
Here’s a breakdown of what each console trade-in gives in credit.
System Credit
PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 4 Pro $200
Xbox One or Xbox One S $150
New Nintendo 3DS or New Nintendo 3DS XL $100
New Nintendo 2DS XL or Wii U or PS Vita $100
Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo 3DS XL $75
“ The Nintendo Switch continues to be one of the most sought after consoles in 2017,” said Bob Puzon, senior vice president of Merchandising for GameStop. “This is a great opportunity to buy an individual Nintendo Switch system for yourself, or to buy a gift ahead of the holiday season. Plus, with the credit from the trade-in deals, it makes the purchase of a Nintendo Switch a no-brainer.”
The Nintendo Switch restock may be for in-store purchases, but the company is still offering bundles online that give buyers some of the top Nintendo Switch titles with the console like Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart Deluxe 8 and more.
Although GameStop has consistently received allotments of Nintendo Switch restock since the console’s release in March, this is the first time every GameStop brick and mortar in the country will receive a restock since the console’s release. There will likely be more GameStop restocks of the Nintendo Switch heading into the holiday season, so keep checking back with Player.One for the latest updates.
To find your local GameStop, check the company’s store locator. Are you planning to pick up a Nintendo Switch from GameStop starting Aug. 15? What console are you willing to trade-in? Let us know in the comments section below.
