Key Takeaways
- GameStop is running a special promotion for the Nintendo Switch 2.
- Customers can receive up to $175 off the price of a Switch 2 if they trade in their old Switch.
- The deal is running until April 30 ahead of a June 5 launch date.
Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 went live on April 24 ahead of launch day on June 5.
The handheld console retails for $449.99. But gamers looking to trade in their first-generation Switch consoles can get up to $175 off the price of a Switch 2 from GameStop.
GameStop Trade-In Offer
GameStop’s trade-in offer will run from April 24 to April 30 and will be available for good condition Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite devices with original accessories.
Customers will receive $125 credit for a standard Switch, $175 for a Switch OLED and $100 for a Switch Lite. The credit can only be used to purchase a Switch 2.
Consoles that don’t have the original accessories may also be accepted at a lower value.
How Much Is a Secondhand Nintendo Switch Worth?
Technology trade-in deals rarely align with the value of second-hand tech on the open market, but are appealing to customers who prioritize convenience nonetheless.
Depending on the condition and precise model, a used standard Switch can sell for between $150 to $250 on eBay.
As trade-in promotions go, GameStop’s offer of a $125 credit isn’t a bad deal.
Other Trade-in Opportunities
Switch 2 customers who opt to pursue the trade-in route could also consider swapping other consoles.
For example, GameStop offers up to $385.64 of store credit for an Xbox Series X, which is enough to cover 85% of the cost of a Switch 2.
After the Switch 2 trade-in offer ends, GameStop will still offer store credit for old Switch consoles at a slightly lower value.
James Morales is CCN’s blockchain and crypto policy reporter. He has been working in the news media since 2020, writing about topics such as payments, banking and financial technology. These days, he likes to explore the latest blockchain innovations and the evolving landscape of global crypto regulation.
With an educational background in social anthropology and media studies, James uses his platform as a journalist to explore how new technologies work, why they matter and how they might shape our future.
