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How do I check my pre-ordered games on 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 access pre-ordered games on switch?

Your pre-order will be placed on hold, or a pending status, if your Nintendo Switch system was recently repaired. Your pre-order can be reinstated if you link your Nintendo Account to a Nintendo Switch system and access the Nintendo eShop. For more information, see Nintendo eShop Pre-Order is on Hold.
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What happens when you pre-order a game on 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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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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How do I download a pre-ordered game on switch?

Select Proceed to Pre-Order on your console or Pre-Order Now on the website and follow the on-screen steps to finish your pre-order. Starting from seven days before the software's release date, your selected payment method will be processed and the software will be downloaded to your console.
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How do I download my pre-ordered game?

Go to Library > Purchased and select the pre-order. You'll see a timer below the title counting down to the game's release. Select the timer, and then follow the on-screen instructions to adjust auto-download for that game.
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How do digital pre-orders work on Switch?

Up to 7 days before the game's release date, your selected payment will be processed and the game will be pre-loaded on your system. You'll be able to start playing the game after downloading a small update at the time of the game's release. If the payment fails to process, your pre-order will be canceled.
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Why is my pre-ordered game not showing up?

Your game doesn't appear in My games & apps

If you don't see your game listed in My games & apps, and you've completed the pre-order process, you'll have to search for the game in the Microsoft Store. If the original purchase completed successfully, you'll be able to download the game, and you won't have to pay again.
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Can you play a game right away after you preorder it?

You will be able to play the game right away, but it is not a finished product. They are most likely missing content that won't be released until the full game is complete. There is also the possibility of bugs and problems that would not be present in the finished game.
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How do game pre-orders work?

All pre-orders typically charge customers 10 days before the game release date. This means that you'll need to have a valid payment option on your account at least 10 days before a game release to avoid any billing issues.
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When I preorder a game when do I get it?

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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Can you refund pre-ordered games on switch?

Important: A pre-order can only be canceled if it is 7 days or longer before the game's release.
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What time does the Nintendo eShop unlock pre-orders?

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 find my pre-ordered games on play Store?

Go to play.google.com. At the top right, choose your profile icon. Budget & order history.
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How do I check my pre-order games on play Store?

You can also pre-register for select apps and games that aren't out yet.
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Check status or cancel your pre-order
  1. Open the Google Play app .
  2. At the top right, tap the profile icon.
  3. Tap Payments & subscriptions. Budget & history.
  4. Select the item you want to cancel.
  5. Tap Cancel preorder.
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Do you get a game early if you preorder it digitally?

More Time to Play on Release Day

Some pre-ordered games become available for download prior to their release date. While not playable until release day, downloading the game beforehand can save you time, leaving you more time to play.
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Do you get a game on the release date if you preorder?

If you preorder a physical game, most retailers will offer a day-of release. That means you can receive your game shipment on release day. However, if delivery isn't an option, preordering could mean you have a guaranteed copy you can pick up at your convenience that day.
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Is it better to preorder a game or wait?

It's not only cheaper to buy a game after release, but also you get to see critic reviews of the game saying if it's good or not. The reason preorder bonuses exist is because they want to tempt you with special perks so you buy the game before you know it's a crappy game.
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Why isn t my pre-ordered game not downloading?

This could be because the game has been entirely removed from the release schedule or, if you can find the game in PlayStation Store, it is likely that the publisher has made a change to it after it was published for pre-order. If a change has been made to the game all pre-orders would have been cancelled.
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How do you track your order on game?

If your order is sent via a tracked service, you will receive a tracking number via email and/or SMS on the morning of delivery. To check your order status; Log in to your online account. Select 'My Orders' under 'My Account'
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How long does game hold pre-orders?

Please note if you do not have a form of valid ID from the list above you will be refused your order. How long do I have to collect my order from store? Your order will be held in store for 7 days from the day of the collection email and/or text being sent, after the 7th day this will be returned.
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How do I manage my Nintendo pre-orders?

You can cancel pre-orders by selecting Shop Menu in your Nintendo Account settings then selecting Your Pre-orders, or by selecting Your Pre-orders in Account Information on Nintendo eShop on your device. You cannot designate which points you use for pre-order.
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What happens if you cancel a preorder on switch?

After a pre-order is canceled, it is not possible to reinstate it. If the game has not been released, you can place a new pre-order. If the game has already been released, you can purchase it from Nintendo eShop.
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How do I check my pre-orders on the app store?

How to view or cancel pre-orders
  1. Open the App Store app.
  2. Tap the account button or your photo at the top of the screen.
  3. Tap your name.
  4. Tap Pre-Orders for pre-orders, or tap Arcade Games Coming Soon for Arcade games. ...
  5. To cancel a pre-order, tap the item that you want to cancel, then follow the onscreen instructions.
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