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[Lkr]

From retailer exclusive dlc to retailer exclusive hardware. They really are in the same boat with the likes of Ubisoft and WB when it comes to shady practices.

Well I'm gonna take the bait. This isn't the first time Nintendo has had retail exclusive hardware and I'm sure Sony or Microsoft have done it before too

 

[vatstep]

If anyone really wants the Splatoon joy-cons, just order them from Amazon.de (they're in stock unlike JP or Play-Asia). The cost is only a little more than what you'd pay in NA.

Mine came in less than a week. I love them; just looking at them makes me happy.

 

[LordKano]

Well I'm gonna take the bait. This isn't the first time Nintendo has had retail exclusive hardware and I'm sure Sony or Microsoft have done it before too

Yep.

 

[Pancakes R Us]

Strange timing. Why would Europe and Japan get it at launch but US only after 1 and a half month?

Oh, you didn't hear? US is tier 3 now.

 

[prateeko]

From retailer exclusive dlc to retailer exclusive hardware. They really are in the same boat with the likes of Ubisoft and WB when it comes to shady practices.

God dammit Nintendo why not just release the joy cons separately like every other territory??

 

[Falchion]

It sucks that it just includes a digital copy.

 

[Ridley327]

I always had a feeling that Walmart would end up with this after getting the Wii U Super Mario Maker bundle to themselves, but I'm still a bit surprised that this didn't come out with the game originally. I wish I could be more surprised by the lack of savings here, but thems the breaks with Nintendo's hardware bundles these days.

 

[Darksol]

The Japanese set came with a physical copy.

 

[jennetics]

Maybe they couldn't manufacture enough for all three continents at the same time.

Nintendo not manufacturing enough of something? Inconceivable.

 

[EhoaVash]

$379 + tax? wish it came with the splatoon theme pro controller :/ disappointing

 

[Koppai]

It sucks that it just includes a digital copy.

What is it with them and not putting physical copies in the box? How cheap can they get.

I already have 2 Switch one Neon set and one Gray set, extra set of Blue Red Joycon, Pro Controller, and Splatoon Pro Controller. I think I am done buying controllers already.

 

[Draconestra]

Damn, I wish I could get the joy-cons individually. I'm thinking about importing them but don't feel like spending a little extra. Then again, I honestly don't need them, I just want them.

 

[True Fire]

Does AliExpress have green and pink shells yet?

 

[Litri]

Mmmmmm, should help with sales.

 

[Koppai]

Damn, I wish I could get the joy-cons individually. I'm thinking about importing them but don't feel like spending a little extra. Then again, I honestly don't need them, I just want them.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B072BZ66JL/

You have to sign up for free prime membership trial and ignore the won't ship to US because it will still ship.

 

[Nelo Ice]

At least this means the joy cons will likely be here sometime soon. I've been patiently waiting to use a gift card on the Splatoon joy cons when they're available standalone in NA.

 

[ElBoxyBrown]

From retailer exclusive dlc to retailer exclusive hardware. They really are in the same boat with the likes of Ubisoft and WB when it comes to shady practices.

Microsoft and Sony have done retail exclusive console bundles before. This isn't new.

 

[J@hranimo]

I'm patiently awaiting the day I can just buy a pack of the two neon green joycons.

This, but I feel it'll be a long time.

Edit: I guess this will push more players in the Western side of things. Matchmaking gets a tad slow late at night.

 

[ggx2ac]

Fixed up OP since I noticed an image didn't work due to hotlink.

 

[noshten]

Will Splatoon 2's bundled sales be tracked by NPD?

 

[Tom Nook]

I want this.

 

[OrbitalBeard]

Don't even give you the carrying case for free. What a deal.

Nintendo could have charged $400 and gotten away with it. Demand is high.

 

[dragonyeuw]

Any word on when those pink and green joycons officially come over to NA?

 

[Vital Tundra]

...dont buy it then ? And you are saving money compared to whatever shitty Gamestop bundle or ebay offer would be the alternative.

Edit:
Damn Lkr...lol

Got a Switch day one. Just stating my opinion. I see no problem with criticizing it.

 

[J@hranimo]

Any word on when those pink and green joycons officially come over to NA?

On Sept 8th, in that bundle exclusive to Walmart.

 

[darkazcura]

If anyone really wants the Splatoon joy-cons, just order them from Amazon.de (they're in stock unlike JP or Play-Asia). The cost is only a little more than what you'd pay in NA.

Mine came in less than a week. I love them; just looking at them makes me happy.

Thanks for that! They even have the green/pink pro controller in stock. Really hope they are still up the next day or two because I need to really think about whether I want to spend more on joy-cons/controllers. =P

Also, may be a dumb question, but would NoA honor the warranty for something I bought overseas/imported? I'd be pretty unsure about buying the joycons if I couldn't send them in for repair if they aren't working right..

 

[dragonyeuw]

On Sept 8th, in that bundle exclusive to Walmart.

Sorry, meant as far as being as being available for separate sale and not bundled.

 

[sixteen-bit]

You're 379 quid now!


(I'll show myself out).

quid is GBP, right?

i mean, this isn't a deal as it is, but that's ridiculous

 

[Astral Dog]

That price 😷

 

[ChrisD]

I really just want the box.

Wonder how much it will be on eBay. :X

 

[SinCityAssassin]

Here's hoping US gets those joycons seperately soon.

 

[J@hranimo]

Sorry, meant as far as being as being available for separate sale and not bundled.

Oh, well I guess for NA we don't have one yet. Kinda sucks, but maybe order them from Amazon.de like that one gaffer said earlier?

 

[t hicks]

I just want the joycons ;__;
Guess I'll just import them if they're not gonna sell them separate :/

 

[Visualante2]

GameStop getting slapped down. You don't want to carry bundles with codes in the box? Well plenty of other retailers will.

 

[Dark Cloud]

GameStop getting slapped down. You don't want to carry bundles with codes in the box? Well plenty of other retailers will.

GameStop is trash.

 

[Dark Ninja]

I already have the game and the Switch but that box is FRESH!

 

[Visualante2]

GameStop is trash.

Yeah but their stance on wanting physical copies of games in bundles is one of the few examples of GameStop being pro consumer... so your post is a bit redundant in this thread.

 

[dragonyeuw]

Oh, well I guess for NA we don't have one yet. Kinda sucks, but maybe order them from Amazon.de like that one gaffer said earlier?

Yeah was trying to avoid inflating the costs with international shipping fees and duties. No rush, I can wait till I can readily find them over this side at NA MSRP.

 

[allan-bh]

Will Splatoon 2's bundled sales be tracked by NPD?

NPD will receive the data but they won't show in the report because they can't reveal specific sales of a retailer.

 

[phantasmic_glaive]

...dont buy it then ? And you are saving money compared to whatever shitty Gamestop bundle or ebay offer would be the alternative.

Edit:
Damn Lkr...lol

Wow thats a crappy attitude for a comment that made sense.

And this is not a month ago, Switch's aren't that hard to find. Why not leave the carrying case out instead of making you pay for it and take $10 off since it's a download? $350.

 

[frankie_baby]

Yeah but their stance on wanting physical copies of games in bundles is one of the few examples of GameStop being pro consumer... so your post is a bit redundant in this thread.

To be fair they only want it as a pro gamestop thing

 

[MulderYuffie]

I need those green/pink joycons

 

[brad-t]

And this is not a month ago, Switch's aren't that hard to find. Why not leave the carrying case out instead of making you pay for it and take $10 off since it's a download? $350.

Why would they do these things?

 

[phantasmic_glaive]

Why would they do these things?

They don't have too since it's their shit, but $350 is a nice round number for a bundle.

I mean it's a download and a small case which some places gonna ring up to over $400.

 

[PMS341]

Yeah but their stance on wanting physical copies of games in bundles is one of the few examples of GameStop being pro consumer... so your post is a bit redundant in this thread.

No, it isn't a pro-consumer approach. A physical game in the box means that customer will be more likely to trade in the game and support Gamestop's pre-owned game profits as opposed to someone buying digitally from them.

 

[DarkConfidant]

Now I see why they sell boxes in Japan. It looks so nice.


I think NOA believes in Splatoon 2.

 

[ShadowFox08]

$380? Lol nope.

 

[Lakerchick4life]

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nintendo...42257252692139370675&affillinktype=10&veh=aff

Available for pre order for anyone that wants it..Im waiting for those joycons to be available

 

[Ridley327]

NPD will receive the data but they won't show in the report because they can't reveal specific sales of a retailer.

That, and generally speaking, they don't apply hard-bundled copies of games to the overall tally as they're not scanned separately. If they ever gave out specific bundle quantities in NPD, that would be sufficient to add to a tally, but as you mentioned, retailer exclusives do not get reported on.

 

[Visualante2]

No, it isn't a pro-consumer approach. A physical game in the box means that customer will be more likely to trade in the game and support Gamestop's pre-owned game profits as opposed to someone buying digitally from them.

Which also provides cash or credit to the customer to spend on other stuff. Seems like a win for everyone except Nintendo.