GameStop Game Reservation (Pre-order) Cost & Policy

GameStop pre-orders typically require a $5 minimum deposit (applied to final purchase). Policies:

Standard Pre-order

• Deposit: $5 (in-store) or full price (online).
• Hold Period: 48 hours after release (varies by store).
• Cancellation: Full refund to original payment / store credit anytime before pickup.
• Bonuses: Often include exclusive DLC, steelbook, art book — only with pre-order.

PowerUp Rewards Pro Perks

• $5 deposit waived on select titles.
• 10% extra trade credit toward pre-order.
• Early access to limited editions (sometimes).

How to Pre-order

1. In-store: Give game title + $5 (cash/card/trade credit).
2. Online: gamestop.com → Search game → "Pre-order" → Pay full or $5 (varies).
3. App: Same as web.

Important Notes

• Digital Codes: Pre-ordering a physical game may give digital bonus code at pickup.
• Collector's Editions: Often require full payment upfront; limited allocation.
• Release Day: Midnight launch (select stores) or morning pickup.

For exact deposit on a specific title: Check gamestop.com or call your store—some high-demand CEs require $25–full pay.