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Apparently, here is why Amazon doesn't stock any Nintendo hardware. The whole 3DS screen problems was allegedly faked by Amazon in order to get a sweeter deal from Nintendo, which obviously failed since they no longer stock Nintendo hardware:

http://www.ign.com/boards/threads/3d...zon.452616918/

Originally Posted by Romeo I'm not going to post my sources at all. Take my ten years membership here as you wish. I have no reason to lie, there's nothing to gain. Why would you resort to name calling and using "fanboy" remarks? I've owned and own many Nintendo systems. I have nothing to prove to you.

I love the idea that being at CAG for ten years might go on my resume some day.

Originally Posted by perdition(troy Man I want amazon to put theirs up now.

NOT going to happen! Your only choice is Gamestop.com! Amazon has decided not to sell the Wii U hardware. NewEgg doesn't have it, and if they did, it would be totally a mystery if you actually end up with one or not.

- $25 down for PUR members; $50 for non-members
- There will be old hardware system promotion for trade-in towards a WiiU pre-order (http://www.gamestop.com/tradeins#wiiutradeup)
--- $50 credit for old Wii system
--- $115 credit for phat PS3 and slim Xbox 360
--- $140 for slim PS3 system
--- $90 for 3DS system, PSVita, or original Xbox 360
--- ADDITIONAL $10 BONUS for PUR members
--- Expires 9/23/12

Sorry I see it now...$10 extra trade credit for consoles

What's the pre-order down payment at BB? $5 or $25

Originally Posted by ral1121 Apparently, here is why Amazon doesn't stock any Nintendo hardware. The whole 3DS screen problems was allegedly faked by Amazon in order to get a sweeter deal from Nintendo, which obviously failed since they no longer stock Nintendo hardware: http://www.ign.com/boards/threads/3d...zon.452616918/

Well, that's quite entertaining reading. There's nothing 'fake' about the 3DS screen scratching issues. I have two units, and they both have the problem.
As for the rest of that article, it sounds feasible, but probably only a partial truth as to what actually happened...

Originally Posted by Romeo And I know exactly why from a source inside: it's done purposely to artificially inflate demand, to make it appear a 'hot item'.

Or there's actually not enough supply.

Nobody knows why Amazon isn't selling Nintendo consoles. Well, somebody does, but nobody that seems willing to let on. That's all there is and there ain't no more.

Originally Posted by cag1000 what's the pre-order down payment at bb? $5 or $25

5.45

Man am I glad I reserved my Deluxe yesterday!

walmart has the black one, but they force you to buy their $450 game/accessory bundle

I am going to start noting how many years I've been on CAG from now on, for pretty much everything, and I've been a member of CAG for 6 years. That's a fact.

Here is the e-mail I received back from Nintendo.

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"Hello,

Thanks for contacting us. I can certainly understand your interest in obtaining your Wii U through Amazon. As you may already know, Amazon is listed as one of the retailers who will be accepting preorders for the Wii U. While they may not have posted it yet, that doesn't mean a preorder won't be available in the near future.

In regard to other Nintendo systems, I can confirm that they are available for purchase on Amazon; however, if you have questions or concerns about the availability of our systems on their website, you would need to contact Amazon for more information.

When the time comes to purchase the Wii U console, I hope that you'll be able to find one through your preferred retailer, so that you can enjoy this highly anticipated system.

Sincerely,

Colleen Duffy
Nintendo of America Inc."

If I preorder online for instore pickup from Best Buy, do I get charged the whole amount when I pick up? Or how do preorders work through instore pickup?

Originally Posted by LegendK7ll3r Here is the e-mail I received back from Nintendo. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Hello, Thanks for contacting us. I can certainly understand your interest in obtaining your Wii U through Amazon. As you may already know, Amazon is listed as one of the retailers who will be accepting preorders for the Wii U. While they may not have posted it yet, that doesn't mean a preorder won't be available in the near future. In regard to other Nintendo systems, I can confirm that they are available for purchase on Amazon; however, if you have questions or concerns about the availability of our systems on their website, you would need to contact Amazon for more information. When the time comes to purchase the Wii U console, I hope that you'll be able to find one through your preferred retailer, so that you can enjoy this highly anticipated system. Sincerely, Colleen Duffy Nintendo of America Inc."

I am riding this one out. It is Amazon or nothing for me.

I'll even buy from a third party if Amazon decides not to stock it at all. I'd prefer to pay $30 more from a third party with my Gift Card balance then to purchase elsewhere. It will still be cheaper then buying at other places.

Originally Posted by spawn33 If you have a Discover card, you can log in and shop via shopdiscover and get 5% back as well even if you order today.

I'd much rather use my chase card. I was just wondering if I would get the 5% back but I guess it wouldn't matter since you're only putting down $5 for the preorder right now. I'd pay the full remainder for the Wii U console in November which I will then charge to my Chase credit card hence getting the 5% back on the 345 dollar remainder.

I placed an order online for store pickup at best buy for the deluxe wii u. I used my bestbuy credit card.

I just checked my order and it says order in progress. Also, it seems the have charged the whole amount to my credit card. I think this is good news for me. Minutes after I placed the order, the wii u deluxe version went OOS.

Anyway, do you guys recommend getting another preorder from somewhere else just to be safe?

Originally Posted by ral1121 I am riding this one out. It is Amazon or nothing for me.

Then I guess it is nothing for you. Or you'll stand around in lines in the cold having to pee like people did last console launch. Only Gamestop or Gamestop.com pre-orders will guarantee your console.

Gamestop has had a huge turnaround lately and really know what the hell they are doing (i.e. no overpriced bundles this time, etc)

Others have said Best Buy places a hold on your card for the full amount, which is not actually charging that amount. Just checking to see that they can charge that amount. I will check my own card later, though.

Luckily I have the official Nintendo Store here in NYC. I might go there after work to see if they do preorders.

Although I'd much rather purchase from Best Buy to get reward zone points.

Originally Posted by ElektroDragon Then I guess it is nothing for you. Or you'll stand around in lines in the cold having to pee like people did last console launch. Only Gamestop or Gamestop.com pre-orders will guarantee your console. Gamestop has had a huge turnaround lately and really know what the hell they are doing (i.e. no overpriced bundles this time, etc)

You really think Gamestop will have 100+ consoles per store?