GameStop orders usually take about 1–2 business days to process before they ship, and some help info says processing can take up to 24 hours for many orders. After that, delivery time depends on the shipping method and carrier, so the total time is often a few more business days.

What can slow it down

  • Pre-orders ship when they become available.
  • Out-of-stock items may wait until inventory arrives.
  • Weekends and holidays can add delays because processing is typically business-day based.
  • If an order is stuck in Preparing for Shipment or Awaiting Carrier Pickup for more than 72 hours , GameStop says that’s when you may need to contact support.

Typical timing

Stage| Usual time
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Order processing| Up to 24 hours to 1–2 business days 13
Shipment after processing| Often within 1–3 business days, depending on order and stock 245
Delivery after shipping| Varies by carrier and method; expedited options are faster 47

A practical rule of thumb: most GameStop orders move within 1–3 business days , but special items can take longer.