many thanks to both of you.
I will heed both the advices.
I've checked the links provided, but at the same time i'm a bit skeptical of the shops mentioned in lazada that would directly import from Japan. From the patterns I don't see local shops being able to commit (since warranty is a hassle, because some shops are selling with warranty, some shops are selling without warranty, etc). Like some people said here, to which I agree; I would rather buy from a reputable shop than to hastily buy something that might just end up cost more for no reason (i don't need to be a day 1 adopter)
I also understand that buying the games from online (nintendo's online store) can be even of a bigger hassle, and may cost significantly more, but at least i don't have to worry about dropping my kart / damaging my kart and then going through a lot of hassle. But then again, like both of you say, I'll wait.
At the moment, I'm thinking if in future its possible to just
a) buy switch
b) buy microsd card
c) buy pouch + screen protector / tempered glass + soft / hard shell case
because at the moment, RM2200++ (at lazada, akulaku, etc) just for a switch + 2 game karts isn't something i really would "appreciate" for value.
I guess I'll take a step back and wait for a better value deal.
Meanwhile, keep the discussion up! (i'll have to nurse my itch to buy this huhuhuhu)
At the moment is RM2099 for most "comparable" gamestores for the bundle, not RM2200++. Buying games online on eshop, is quite comparable to the cost of physical games, but the good thing about physical is you can always sell the games when you're done with it. But physical also means that you need to bring those cartridges around.
If you opt to wait, avoid this thread or other Nintendo Switch news for the time being as the poison will be strong come 3/3