What is a Pre-Order?

A pre-order is similar to any other order, except you are reserving a product before its official release. Often, manufacturers release product details ahead of official release dates to build excitement and allow the community time to prepare.
By pre-ordering, you guarantee your allocated product in advance of its release date.

Why Pre-order?

There are many reasons to pre-order, but some of the main ones are:

• Guarantee Product Allocation. Popular new releases are often limited in quantity. Pre-ordering puts you ahead of the pack, ensuring you reserve products on time for release.
• Lock in the Lowest Prices. Pre-ordering items at GT Games ensures you get the best price possible. Prices often increase as the release date approaches, with another rise on launch day. Pre-ordering in advance locks in the lower pre-order pricing.
• Earn Cashback Rewards. Pre-ordering through GT Games earns you GT Coins—our digital rewards currency. You can use GT Coins on future orders for even bigger discounts!
• Early Bird Partial Deposits. GT Games offers exclusive discounts and partial payment options for pre-orders made far in advance. This allows you to secure new products at the lowest price, paying only a small deposit upfront. These offers are available for a limited time, so act fast!

What is a Prerelease (Hobby) Date?

This is the date when new sets are typically available for sale only in hobby stores (your local game store). It usually coincides with an in-store prerelease event. Manufacturers like to support brick-and-mortar stores by providing exclusive early access for in-store shoppers.

What is a Release (Street) Date?

This is the date when new sets are available for sale in big-box stores and are eligible for online shipping.

When Do I Get My Pre-ordered Items?

Pre-orders will either be eligible for in-store pickup on the hobby prerelease date or ship to your door a few days before the official release date. In-store pickup usually ensures earlier access to new products, while online orders are shipped to arrive on or just after the release date.