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How do I check my pre-order switch?

From the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu, open Nintendo eShop and select the user that placed the pre-order. Select your user icon in the upper-right corner to access your Account Information. Scroll down to Your Pre-Orders to view the pre-orders you have placed.
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How do I check my pre-ordered games on switch?

You can check the product's expected payment date by selecting Shop Menu in your Nintendo Account settings then selecting Your Pre-orders, or via Your Pre‑orders under Account Information on Nintendo eShop on your device.
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What happens when you pre-order on Nintendo Switch?

You can pre-order select unreleased Nintendo Switch games on Nintendo eShop. Payment will be processed for the pre-order 7 days before the game is released. At that time, the game will pre-load on your system so that you can quickly access the game as soon as it is released.
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What time does switch pre-order unlock?

Digital-only software will usually be available at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time on the day of release. Digital software that is also sold physically will usually be available at 9:00 p.m. PT the night before the physical game's release date.
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How do I redeem a pre-order switch?

What to do
  1. Using a browser, visit ec.nintendo.com/redeem/#/
  2. Select Sign in and enter your Nintendo Account e-mail address and password, and then select Sign in again. ...
  3. Enter your 16-digit download code and then select, Next.
  4. Re-enter your Nintendo Account password when prompted, then select Redeem to complete the process.
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You Can Now Cancel Pre-Orders on the Nintendo Switch eShop! Let's Try It Out! (Sorry Pikmin 3...)

How do digital pre-orders work on switch?

You will be charged for the full amount of the purchase starting from seven days before the software's release date. You can select or change your preferred payment method to use for pre-orders and automatic renewal through your Account Information in Nintendo eShop or via Shop Menu on accounts.nintendo.com.
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Do pre-orders take money immediately?

A pre-authorization hold is temporary and does not cause your card to be charged. However, the amount of the pre-authorization may count against your credit limit for approximately 1-8 days, depending on your financial institution. Credit card pre-authorization is required in order to validate your payment information.
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How long does it take Nintendo to take your pre-order money?

When you pre-order content on Nintendo eShop, payment will not be processed until, at earliest, 7 days before the game is released. When payment is processed, a non-playable version of the game will be pre-loaded to your system.
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Can pre-orders come early?

Does pre-order mean you get it early? Pre-ordering a product does not necessarily mean you'll receive it early. Some companies ship out their pre-orders earlier than the public release, but others use pre-orders to gather finances for production.
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Why did Nintendo cancel my pre-order?

A pre-order can be canceled for several reasons, including if: It was canceled manually by the user who placed it. You set up the pre-order to use Nintendo eShop funds but there were not enough available funds at the time of payment (7 days prior to the game's release).
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How do I redownload a pre-order bonus Switch?

- Select your profile picture in the upper-right corner to access your Account Information; - Highlight Redownload on the left side of the screen and find the DLC in the list; - Select the orange icon to begin the download. *Note - pre-order bonus content is only available for the digital versions of the game.
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How does game pre-order work?

Pre-released orders (preorders) are orders for items that have not yet become available. You may be able to make a pre-released order using the Site, and where possible (and subject to availability) such orders will be shipped to you on the day prior to release, in order that you may receive it on the release date.
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Do pre ordered games automatically download?

If you're excited about an upcoming title, you can pre-order on PlayStation Store and set up automatic downloads so that the content will start downloading as soon as it's available.
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Do pre-ordered games arrive on release date?

For movies and music pre-orders you will usually receive your item near its scheduled release date. For software and video games your pre-order will be shipped as soon as it's available for release.
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Why can't I play my pre-ordered game on Switch?

This error message indicates that you have pre-purchased a game from Nintendo eShop, and the title has not yet been released. A non-playable version of the game will be pre-loaded to your system at the time of your order.
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When can I download a pre-ordered game?

You can play the game as soon as it's released in your region, usually shortly after 12:00 AM local time on the release date.
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Does pre-order mean sold out?

What does pre-order mean? A pre-order is an order placed for an item that hasn't been released or is not currently in stock. They're shipped to the customer once available.
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Is it better to pre-order or wait?

When in doubt, launch on pre-order because the earlier you can sell, the more you will sell. Convert that demand – and never leave money on the table. Length of estimated shipping window DOES matter!
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How long should pre-orders take?

Key Points: Pre-orders mean a guaranteed and certain amount of sales and revenue within an estimated time period. Pre-orders work best if the customer doesn't have to wait too long, so a week to two months is considered a good timeline for most products.
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How do I check my pre-orders on Nintendo website?

From the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu, open Nintendo eShop and select the user that placed the pre-order. Select your user icon in the upper-right corner to access your Account Information. Scroll down to Your Pre-Orders to view the pre-orders you have placed.
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How long does it take for a Nintendo to get to 100%?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use. Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used.
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Are Nintendo Switch pre-orders cheaper?

Even if you aren't planning on getting the console the day it is available to everyone, pre-ordering Nintendo Switch games will save you a considerable amount of money.
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Do pre-orders get Cancelled?

Pre-orders are canceled if your payment method can't be authorized at the time of the product's release. For example, this can happen if your credit card expires before the item becomes available.
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Can you sell out a pre-order?

If your item is out-of-stock or unavailable when customers want it, they'll simply buy from another retailer. Preorders give you an edge, allowing you to make sales whether the goods are ready to ship or not. You never have to say no to a customer because preorders let you sell whenever they're ready to purchase.
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When can you play pre ordered games on switch?

The game will be pre-loaded to your system at the time of your order. You'll be able to start playing it after downloading a small update, beginning at 12:00 AM ET on the game's release date.
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