Nintendo Switch (Nintendo's next console)

DinoRex

I live just around the corner from one and I'd spend so much money there if they weren't taking the piss with their prices. Paying €15-20 over the odds just isn't offset by the convenience of them being local at all.

My Switch console Pre-order with Gamestop. But I'm going to Smyths for Bomberman, Collectors Edition Zelda and 1,2 Switch. So they're missing out on €200 because they wanted to nickle and dime me on the game prices.

MilesMorales1

I'd be more tempted by Gamestop if their trade in prices weren't so shocking. I took some stuff in today, the prices I got were shockingly bad.

nairy hipples

Hey!
For those who were mentioning getting their Switch in Dundrum..., they're doing a midnight launch! Asked them on Facebook today. Only two weeks, getting excited!

Hi

Thank you for contacting GameStop

Our Dundrum Store will hold a Midnight Launch for the Nintendo Switch for more information please contact the store

If we can assist you with anything else please don't hesitate in contacting us again

Kind Regards
Stephen | E-Commerce Customer Relations Officer

readyletsgo

Quick question about gamestop. I've paid in full for Swith and Zelda, since the 13th Jan. That means I can collect it at anytime on launch day right? They hold onto pre-orders for 2 days before they sell them on right? I don't have to be there at midnight or when the shop opens right?

That's what I remember with the WiiU launch when I couldn't get one on launch week.

That_Guy

I'm not holding much hope for Blanch to do one as it's in the centre itself. Did email them but waiting on a response.

Still, a Friday evening with a cold ale wandering around Hyrule with no idea where I'm supposed to be going is an exciting prospect.

MilesMorales1

readyletsgo wrote: »

Quick question about gamestop. I've paid in full for Swith and Zelda, since the 13th Jan. That means I can collect it at anytime on launch day right? They hold onto pre-orders for 2 days before they sell them on right? I don't have to be there at midnight or when the shop opens right?

That's what I remember with the WiiU launch when I couldn't get one on launch week.

Yes, they should call you on Friday morning to tell you its available to pick up.

marcbrophy

Can't stand GS, that's why I switched (get it ) my pre-order to Smyths.

I'll get it in Argos though if they have stock on the morning, as I won't be attending a midnight launch, not a fooking hope :pac:

magnumbud

readyletsgo wrote: »

Quick question about gamestop. I've paid in full for Swith and Zelda, since the 13th Jan. That means I can collect it at anytime on launch day right? They hold onto pre-orders for 2 days before they sell them on right? I don't have to be there at midnight or when the shop opens right?

That's what I remember with the WiiU launch when I couldn't get one on launch week.

they'll keep it til sunday the 5th. the girl who rang me said that and i said no need i'll be there at 12 on the second :P

Mr E

I'm going to a table quiz on the 2nd and I'm hoping to pick up the switch on my way home (assuming my local Gamestop is doing a midnight launch).

CiDeRmAn

DinoRex wrote: »

I live just around the corner from one and I'd spend so much money there if they weren't taking the piss with their prices. Paying €15-20 over the odds just isn't offset by the convenience of them being local at all.

My Switch console Pre-order with Gamestop. But I'm going to Smyths for Bomberman, Collectors Edition Zelda and 1,2 Switch. So they're missing out on €200 because they wanted to nickle and dime me on the game prices.

Will I see you at midnight in Swords?
Need a lift?

GreyAlien

Seems like they posted what stores are doing the midnight launch. Disappointing that it's so few.
https://www.facebook.com/GameStopIreland/photos/a.406092095061.365594.273761945061/10158092373295062/?type=3

nairy hipples

GreyAlien wrote: »

Seems like they posted what stores are doing the midnight launch. Disappointing that it's so few.
https://www.facebook.com/GameStopIreland/photos/a.406092095061.365594.273761945061/10158092373295062/?type=3

Looks like I lucked out with Dundrum! Surprised there aren't more stores (especially Dublin ones)

hairball

GreyAlien wrote: »

Seems like they posted what stores are doing the midnight launch. Disappointing that it's so few.
https://www.facebook.com/GameStopIreland/photos/a.406092095061.365594.273761945061/10158092373295062/?type=3

No late night/early morning for me then

wexdevil

Sweet wexford is on the list.

So there I was trying not to get excited about the Switch and this cropped up in my YT feed, I have held off buying Shovel Knight but watching this made me think it's the kind of game that's "itching for a switching'" (TM)

That's my new slogan for the switch Nintendo, just PayPal me a million dollars for marketing for you...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHzF8e2g1sc

kevin2me

magnumbud wrote: »

gamestop patrick street cork just called to tell me they have been given the go ahead for the midnight launch

Got the call from GS Patrick St Cork too. Was told not confirmed but ringing to be sure enuf interest bit likely be Midnight launch. Might see some of ye there.

They said its 20% off accessories and likely just be Zelda Carrying case.

If theres an eshop id be happy out with just Zelda. Come on announce a direct already. We only had a 3 minute trailer and 1 Event. Thats it!

hairball

March Line up looking better and better. (assuming this is as good as it looks)

http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2017/02/snake_pass_is_slithering_onto_nintendo_switch_in_late_march

Mr E

GreyAlien wrote: »

Seems like they posted what stores are doing the midnight launch. Disappointing that it's so few.
https://www.facebook.com/GameStopIreland/photos/a.406092095061.365594.273761945061/10158092373295062/?type=3

Nuts.

MilesMorales1

The more we get into February, the less convinced I am we'll get a pre launch direct. Specially since that Zelda infomation yesterday was given via a press release or whatever.

dunworth1

two more tv spots from japan
zelda

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4J_hCIQiM6Y

dragon quest

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kxG_jqv-V0

LilRedDorcha

nairy hipples wrote: »

Hey!
For those who were mentioning getting their Switch in Dundrum..., they're doing a midnight launch! Asked them on Facebook today. Only two weeks, getting excited!

Awh yes, see you there Now I'm incredibly excited.

fixXxer

No midnight launch in Dun Laoghaire There was one for the PS4 but only if you brought a buddy so you didn't get robbed.

Ol' Donie

GreyAlien wrote: »

Seems like they posted what stores are doing the midnight launch. Disappointing that it's so few.
https://www.facebook.com/GameStopIreland/photos/a.406092095061.365594.273761945061/10158092373295062/?type=3

Excellent. Thank you!

Edit: Sorry, I meant YEEESSS!! It's happening! Let's do this! Huzzah! Can't wait.

MilesMorales1

No Swords boo

RasTa

GreyAlien wrote: »

Seems like they posted what stores are doing the midnight launch. Disappointing that it's so few.
https://www.facebook.com/GameStopIreland/photos/a.406092095061.365594.273761945061/10158092373295062/?type=3

So no need to pre-order then.

MilesMorales1

RasTa wrote: »

So no need to pre-order then.

I dunno, they said the same thing with GTA V and in the event I think they had 5 copies available to non pre orders.

magnumbud

kevin2me wrote: »

Got the call from GS Patrick St Cork too. Was told not confirmed but ringing to be sure enuf interest bit likely be Midnight launch. Might see some of ye there.

They said its 20% off accessories and likely just be Zelda Carrying case.

If theres an eshop id be happy out with just Zelda. Come on announce a direct already. We only had a 3 minute trailer and 1 Event. Thats it!

my friend rang them back and was looking for a few more details, store will open at half 10 he said(could have meant half 11) and there will be pizza

RasTa wrote: »

So no need to pre-order then.

how do you figure?

kevin2me

magnumbud wrote: »

my friend rang them back and was looking for a few more details, store will open at half 10 he said(could have meant half 11) and there will be pizza

haha sweet. That beats waiting onto in the rain for 2 hours until 11.59pm in cold for 3DS midnight launch there. Although they gave ys 2 games i think free to the 1st 5 in queue so it was worth it... Could wait in Mutton Lane and get few beers b4 and after 😀

RasTa

magnumbud wrote: »

how do you figure?

One shop opening in Dublin for a midnight launch and they still have consoles for walk-ins.

MilesMorales1

RasTa wrote: »

One shop opening in Dublin for a midnight launch and they still have consoles for walk-ins.

2 shops.