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

GameStop stock is volatile ahead of today's earnings report amid Bitcoin and Nintendo news. Analysts expect a small profit but lower revenue, which will test its recent momentum.

With all of these stores, we've seen the Mario Kart World bundle available in greater quantities online than the base console, which costs $50 less. But given that Mario Kart is the Switch 2's biggest launch game and retails for $80 on its own, that may not be the worst thing.

Those that have pre-ordered their Switch 2 through GameStop but haven't paid it off yet may want to do so before the midnight launch.

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.

Best Buy and GameStop have Switch 2 launch events at midnight Thursday with limited inventory and preorder pickups.

The Nintendo Switch 2’s success is an important moment in the life of the games industry. But more significantly, it is an important moment in the cultural and political life of the planet. Gaming enjoys a curious place in global culture.