Can GameStop fix my Joy-Cons?

No, Gamestop does 0 repairs whatsoever. They do however sell joy-cons pre-owned, preowned joy-cons are sold individually, and they are sold with the option of purchasing a warranty per joy-con for 4.99. You can however trade in your broken joy-con's for store credit towards the purchase of new ones.
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Can GameStop repair my Nintendo switch?

GameStop primarily focuses on the retail sale of video games, consoles, and related accessories. They may offer some basic console repair services, such as cleaning or minor troubleshooting, but they are not known for extensive console repair services.
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Can you get Joy-Cons fixed?

For your convenience, Nintendo offers a quick and easy-to-use online repair process. (This repair will be for your non-working Joy-Con controller only and is available in the U.S. and Canada only.) If you are located in a different country, contact the nearest Authorized Service Center in your region.
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How much is a Joy-Con repair?

Nintendo performs free Joy-Con repairs in most countries, though you need to fill out a form to submit a repair. Once you submit a repair form, Nintendo will give you a shipping label. You can send them company four Joy-Cons in a single box.
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Does Best Buy fix Joy-Cons?

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Thanks for reaching out about this. We generally are not able to work on the joy cons without a protection plan.
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Will Nintendo repair Joy-Cons without proof of purchase?

If you are unable to provide proof of purchase with the Product you send to us, the Product will be considered to be outside of your Nintendo Warranty and a service fee will apply for any repair work undertaken.
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Does Geek Squad repair Joy-Cons?

Yes, geek squad can fix it. Unfortunately, joy con drift is common. You can also try to send it to Nintendo they used to do free joy con repairs.
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How long does it take to get Joy-Cons repaired?

How long does a Joy-Con repair take? The general consensus indicates that Joy-Con repairs by Nintendo can take anywhere from 3 days to a month. If it turns out your Joy-Con issues aren't covered by Nintendo or you need it faster, we can help.
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Do Joy-Cons have a lifetime warranty?

Nintendo's North American warranty only guarantees that Joy-Cons will be "free of defects" for 12 months after purchase. But an EU law extends that guarantee to 24 months in the region, a warranty term that the BEUC said already covered 88 percent of all complaints regarding Joy-Con drift.
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Can I send my Switch to Nintendo to get it fixed?

If you would like to set up a repair for a different product please start a new repair. Important: Please do not send in your Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch Lite console. If you include your console, it will be returned to you unrepaired. Learn about console repair options.
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Does Nintendo do free repairs?

If your product issue is covered under our warranty, you won't pay a fee. Otherwise, repairs are considered out of warranty (and not covered) when: Your product is no longer covered by the Nintendo warranty. Your screen is broken.
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Why do Joy-Cons drift?

If you own a Nintendo Switch or Switch Lite, then you've probably worried about Joy-Con drift. As your Switch ages, dust and dirt make their way under the rubber diaphragm protecting the electrical contacts beneath the joysticks on your Joy-Con, and the problem is made worse as the contacts are worn down over time.
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Do Joy-Cons still drift?

While you can send your Joy-Cons away for a free repair at Nintendo (or just buy a new set), the sticks will inevitably start drifting again.
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Can you trade-in broken controllers at GameStop?

Yes, GameStop does buy broken consoles, controllers, and accessories for either cash or store credit but they charge you a refurbishment fee which is usually around sixty dollars. There are conditions though. The product has to have it's original serial number. It cannot be worn off, faded, torn or scratched off.
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Does GameStop buy used controllers?

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Does GameStop buy broken devices?

A Working device will have no software issues, no missing parts, no cracks or dents, no water damage, and a functional screen. Working devices will receive their full trade-in value, but Damaged and Dead devices will receive reduced value based on their condition.
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How long will Joy-Cons last?

When fully charged, the battery for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This may be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.
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Why did my Joy-Con suddenly stop working?

Ensure your console has the latest system update. Ensure the Joy-Con controllers are charged. Try to decrease the distance between the Joy-Con and the Nintendo Switch console. Ensure that the Nintendo Switch console is placed to minimize interference with the Joy-Con.
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Do both Joy-Cons have the same serial number?

From the HOME Menu on the Nintendo Switch System, select System Settings. Scroll down the menu on the left-hand side and select System, followed by Serial Information. The serial number for each attached Joy-Con will be displayed separately, noted by an (L) or (R).
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Does Best Buy fix controller drift?

The Geek Squad Protection on your PS4 controller would cover the stick drift issue, absolutely. We'd recommend heading into your local Best Buy with it to get started. They will help you exchange it from there.
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What should I do if my Nintendo switch won't turn on?

What to do
  1. Unplug the AC adapter from both the wall and dock/console. Leave unplugged for 30 seconds to reset the AC adapter.
  2. Hold down the POWER Button. ...
  3. Release the POWER Button. ...
  4. Plug the AC adapter back into the outlet then into the console.
  5. Press the POWER Button once.
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Is Geek Squad really that good?

93%would recommend to a friend. The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged).
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Does the Nintendo store do repairs?

Please note: Nintendo only repairs systems, games, and accessories made by Nintendo. We do not repair licensed product for use on our systems or licensed merchandise that are made by other companies. To identify whether a product is made by Nintendo, check the product packaging or the item itself.
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Is Nintendo being sued for Joy-Con drift?

A US judge has dismissed a Joy-Cons drift lawsuit against Nintendo.
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