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Nintendo limits a game-sharing loophole as it introduces Virtual Game CardsNintendo limits a game-sharing loophole as it introduces Virtual Game Cards
Nintendo’s new Switch 1 update is getting things ready for Switch 2Nintendo’s new Switch 1 update is getting things ready for Switch 2
Wii Homebrew Channel development shuts down over ‘stolen’ codeWii Homebrew Channel development shuts down over ‘stolen’ code
Wes Davis
Wes Davis
Costco’s launch day Switch 2 Mario Kart bundle will come with a subscription.

The retailer lists its Mario Kart World bundle as available to buy on the console’s June 5th launch day and including a 12-month subscription to the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack — with the caveat that it’s “for NEW members; cannot add to existing membership,” as deal-hunter Wario64 spotted.

Whether that’s as a free bonus or added onto the price of the system isn’t clear, since Costco hasn’t posted pricing yet.

Nintendo’s Switch 2 upgrades for Mario Party and Kirby will cost $19.99Nintendo’s Switch 2 upgrades for Mario Party and Kirby will cost $19.99
I got my Switch 2 preorder the old-fashioned way: lining up at GameStopI got my Switch 2 preorder the old-fashioned way: lining up at GameStop
The Switch 2’s GameCube controller costs $64.99The Switch 2’s GameCube controller costs $64.99
Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are sold out everywhereNintendo Switch 2 preorders are sold out everywhere
GameStop’s Switch 2 preorders started poorly, tooGameStop’s Switch 2 preorders started poorly, too
Here’s the cheaper Nintendo Switch 2 camera that’s small enough to go handheldHere’s the cheaper Nintendo Switch 2 camera that’s small enough to go handheld
Emma Roth
Emma Roth
Nintendo warns Japanese customers about Switch 2 phishing emails.

Nintendo has started inviting customers in Japan to preorder the Switch 2 from its online store, but it seems scammers are trying to ruin the fun. In a machine-translated post on X, Nintendo confirmed “phishing emails disguised as the results” of the Switch preorder lottery.

“If there is a URL for reservations or purchases, it was not sent by our company,” Nintendo writes. “Please be careful.”

Switch 2 Chaos in Japan as My Nintendo Store Buckles Under Weight of Users

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Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are open at GameStop (update: sold out)Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are open at GameStop (update: sold out)
Pokémon TCG Pocket’s next expansion is bringing Alola backPokémon TCG Pocket’s next expansion is bringing Alola back
Andrew Liszewski
Andrew Liszewski
WaterField Designs updated its excellent magnetic cases for the Switch 2.

We’re already big fans of the company’s Analogue Pocket and original Switch cases that swap zippers and annoying velcro for quick access magnetic closures. WaterField’s Magnetic Case for Switch 2 is now available for preorder for $89 to $119 depending on the material you choose, as is its $129 CitySlicker for Switch 2 which can be paired with an optional strap turning it into a bag. Both are expected to ship in late June 2025.

<em>WaterField Design’s Magnetic Case for Switch 2 shown in chocolate leather.</em>
<em>WaterField Design’s CitySlicker for Switch 2 case in black ballistic nylon.</em>
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WaterField Design’s Magnetic Case for Switch 2 shown in chocolate leather.
Image: WaterField Designs
Nintendo says invites for its own Switch 2 sales may arrive after launchNintendo says invites for its own Switch 2 sales may arrive after launch

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