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The retailer reportedly "oversold" orders - The Zelda-themed Switch 2 is out this week, and Walmart has reportedly cancelled some pre-orders at the last minu...
On October 20, Walmart announced it canceled 480 preorders of the Zelda‑themed Switch 2, citing an oversell that left the retailer with 1 800 orders against 1 300 units on hand. Each console carried a $399 price tag, and the preorders had opened the previous Friday. The cancellation notice appeared automatically on customers’ accounts after 8 p.m. PT. Walmart did not offer an immediate replacement shipment date.
Customers who paid $399 for the preorders now lack the guarantee of receiving the console before the release date. The missed early access removes the chance to win a limited‑edition DLC bundle tied to pre‑order status. Those affected must petition Walmart's customer service for a refund. Refunds are projected to complete within seven business days.
Walmart has a history of overcommitting at early release windows, a pattern seen during the 2019 PlayStation 5 launch when the chain miscounted inventory by 25 %. Industry analysts note that the Zelda Switch 2’s limited‑edition variant tightened the supply chain further. Nintendo has previously cited “operational limits” for fewer consoles in the launch month. The situation underscores the fragility of retail‑backed hype in the current market of high‑demand bundles.
Walmart is scheduled to release a revised shipping schedule on October 22, after internal audits flag packaging capacity. Affected preorders may receive a second chance to secure the unit, or full refunds. Nintendo will issue an official statement on the same day outlining its stance. The unexpected twist: Walmart plans to pull the console from its online store entirely for 48 hours to avoid further overstock.
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