A GameStop damaged Nintendo Switch 2 displays after stapling receipts to the boxes, but buyers will receive replacements.

Some people reported an unwelcome surprise after picking up their Nintendo Switch 2 preorders at GameStop: staples used to attach receipts to Switch 2 boxes ended up damaging the screens on the console, as reported by IGN. However, GameStop says this was an issue that was “isolated” to a single store and that it has already offered replacements.

The release of the Nintendo Switch 2 saw a hiccup, at least in New York, as some GameStop customers reported purchasing damaged devices.

TL;DR: The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 launches on June 5. If you missed out on preorders, you might want to try your luck in person at the following retailers: Best Buy, Target, Staples, GameStop, Costco, Sam's Club, and Walmart.

Some GameStop customers received damaged units due to stapled pre-order receipts. The Nintendo Switch 2 requires a day-one patch in order to play games. GameStop was recently accused of selling ...

The new Nintendo Switch 2 released Thursday, June 5, with superfans waiting outside stores for the official midnight release.

GameStop employees have stapled receipts to the outside of the Nintendo Switch 2 box and have punctured the screen, check your Switch 2 for any damage.

Nintendo Switch 2 owners are opening consoles with punctured screens due to store receipts being stapled into the front of the console's box.

Cloudy skies and a persistent drizzle did little to cool the excitement in the line outside the GameStop at Anchorage’s Tikahtnu Commons last week, as gamers of all ages lined

In the UK, there was some excellent availability for the Nintendo Switch 2 for launch day, and after a tough day or so, it seems like stock is improving. We'll be checking UK retailers regularly for any updates, so rest assured, you'll find the best links for that region here too.