Nintendo of America

Where to Buy

If you're looking for Nintendo-related products, we've compiled a number of options for you depending upon which type of item you are looking for. Choose from one of the following categories:

• New Systems, Games, and Accessories
  In this area you will find information on where you can buy Wii, Nintendo DS, Nintendo GameCube, and Game Boy Advance products.

• Older Systems, Games, and Accessories
  Looking for older Nintendo systems or games that are hard to find or no longer manufactured? We'll give you some pointers on where you might be able to find them.

• Playing, Trading, and e-Reader Cards
  Having difficulty locating Nintendo-made playing, trading, or e-Reader cards (such as the Pokémon Trading Card Game and Nintendogs cards)? We can deal out some tips for you.

• Replacement Parts
  Lost a hookup cable? Has the battery cover for your Game Boy joined your left sock in oblivion? Let's find a new one.

• Health and Safety Precautions Booklets
  It is important to read our health and safety booklets prior to using our products. If you are looking for precautions booklets, you can view or download them here. If you would like a printed copy, you may email us by clicking here, or call our consumer service line at 1-800-255-3700.

• Operation Manuals (for Games, Systems, or Accessories)
  Misplaced, mishandled, or missiles (kids do the darnedest things with 'em); we have several options for finding the manuals you need.

• Nintendo Power Magazines & Player's Guides
  Nintendo has partnered with Future US Inc. to provide Nintendo Power magazine. This monthly magazine is typically over 120 pages full of news, reviews, and other info. In addition, Nintendo and Prima are working to provide Player's Guides full of the info you need to succeed!

• Licensed Merchandise
  Where do you find T-Shirts, stuffed dolls, or other Nintendo-branded goodies? We have some ideas that might help.

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• NEW SYSTEMS, GAMES, and ACCESSORIES

  There are a number of places where you can purchase Wii and Nintendo DS systems, accessories, and games. For older Nintendo systems, please check the "Older Systems and Games" information below.

  • Retail Locations
    Many retail stores that sell home electronics also sell video game systems, games, and accessories. These can include large national chains and smaller local retailers. Contact your local stores for information on availability and prices.

  • Online Retailers
    Click here for a list of some of the major Online Retailers that carry our newest products. Many of these companies also offer phone and mail orders if you don't wish to purchase the products online.

  • Nintendo's Online Store (Accessories and Replacement Parts)
    If you're just looking for replacement parts and accessories, Nintendo's online store is a great place to check (U.S. and Canadian residents only).

Additional Information for Exclusive Products:
The products listed below can only be purchased from select locations. Click on a product for more information on where to find it.

• RF Switch and RF Modulator
• Game Boy micro Accessories
• Nintendo Wi-Fi USB Connector
• Wii LAN Adapter
• Wii Component Cables
• Trading Cards

 

• OLDER SYSTEMS, GAMES, and ACCESSORIES

  Older systems, such as the Game Boy Advance, Nintendo Game Cube, Nintendo 64, NES, Super NES, Virtual Boy, or older Game Boy systems may be more difficult to find as retailers tend to only stock the newer systems. In most cases, the only option is to buy used or refurbished products. We have collected a list of sources you can use to help locate these hard-to-find items.

  • Online Retailers
    Many online retailers specialize in stocking older and used products. Click here for a list of some known sites that carry Nintendo products.

  • Pawn Shops
    Believe it or not, pawn shops are an excellent place to find older products.

  • Garage Sales, Flea Markets, or Classified Ads
    You can often find great deals and games that can be difficult to find. Remember, cleaning before use is highly recommended.

  • Online Auction Sites
    Online auction sites, such as those on yahoo.com or amazon.com, are often a good source of hard-to-find or discontinued products. Please click here for suggestions on selecting reputable auction sites.

  • Nintendo's Online Store (Accessories and Replacement Parts)
    Although many parts and accessories for our older systems are no longer available, you may find what you need in our online store (U.S. and Canadian residents only).

  If you have tried these and still cannot find the product you want, you may also want to try searching the internet for companies that may have the product you are looking for. You can use any internet search engine (e.g. yahoo search, google, etc.). Good search words to use are: "nes hardware," "SNES hardware," "super nintendo," or "video game systems," along with the words "sale" or "sell." We suggest you research the company to ensure they are reputable before making a purchase.

 

PLAYING, TRADING, and e-READER CARDS

Nintendo has made a wide variety of cards. Please see the information below for more assistance:

• Pokémon Trading Card Game:
  For Pokémon Trading Card Game cards, you can typically find these at most retail stores that sell Nintendo products or other types of trading cards (such as comic book stores and baseball card shops).

  To find out more about Pokémon Trading Cards, please visit www.go-pokemon.com for more information.

• For all other cards:
  Various Nintendo-produced cards are available through Nintendo's online store (U.S. and Canadian residents only). These cards may also be found in stores that carry Nintendo products, as well as specialty card shops.

• OPERATION MANUALS (for GAMES, SYSTEMS, and ACCESSORIES)

  First, check to see if the system, game, or accessory was made by Nintendo. The name of the manufacturer will appear on the label of the game or near the model number of the product.

  If the Product was made by a Company other than Nintendo:
  Please use our Licensee Directory to find the company's contact information. If you need a manual for a game, and are unsure who the licensee is, you can use the Master Game List section on this website to look up the game. Who made the game is provided under "Publisher" information.

  For Products Made by Nintendo:

  Downloading Manuals: Many system instruction and precautions manuals, as well as game manuals for certain Nintendo-published titles, can be downloaded directly from our manuals page. These are available in either HTML or .PDF (Adobe Acrobat) format.

  Ordering Manuals: Hardcopies of system instruction manuals, and precautions manuals, as well as game instruction manuals, can also be ordered through Nintendo.
  

  • Through our online store. (U.S. and Canadian residents only)
  • Through the mail with a check or money order (the Online Store automatically calculates the price, any applicable taxes, and provides a printable part order form and mailing instructions). (U.S. and Canadian residents only)
  • By calling our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-255-3700 between 6am-7pm (PST) 7 days a week. (U.S. and Canada)

  Please Note: Photocopies of older instruction manuals, including older licensee games, may be available via phone orders only. Please call for availability.

• OTHER COUNTRIES
  If you live outside the U.S. and Canada and wish to order a Player's Guide, check with the local distributor for your country to see if they offer replacement parts.