Nintendo enthusiasts are taking a stand against scalpers by flooding auction sites with fake listings for the Nintendo Switch 2. As the highly anticipated console's pre-orders appear on platforms like eBay, ranging from $500 to $2,000, fans are countering the scalpers' overpriced listings by posting their own at retail prices or even lower, pushing the scalpers' auctions further down the search results.
With the Nintendo Switch 2 set to launch on June 5, scalpers have been able to justify their listings by promising delivery within 40 business days of purchase. However, the community's response has been swift and creative. For instance, a listing titled "Nintendo Switch v2 video games console PREORDER" for $450 appears legitimate until you read the fine print: "PRE-ORDER SCREENSHOT Please note: You are ordering a picture of the Nintendo Switch 2. This listing is to combat bots and scalpers. No refunds. No cancels. > You will receive an png image of a switch 2. No console." Such listings often include a "read description" tag to distinguish them from genuine offers.
Another listing, priced at $550, humorously warns buyers: "Do not, I repeat DO NOT BUY this unless you are a bot or just wish to donate $550 to me. I will be shipping a laser-printed image of the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle and that will be all you get. NO REFUNDS. NO. REFUNDS. NO REFUNDS. You will NOT BE REFUNDED you will be receiving the picture whether you like it or not." The seller reiterates the no-refund policy multiple times and promises delivery before the official release date.
A third listing at $499.99 further mocks scalpers: "This listing is for a printed picture of my Nintendo Switch 2 console confirmed preorder. You will receive a printed picture, folded, and sent in a standard letter envelope. This is NOT for the console itself. No refunds, No returns. F the bots."
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The Nintendo Switch 2 was initially slated for a June 5, 2025 release, with a starting price of $449.99. However, delays in the United States due to import tariffs imposed by President Trump caused a shift in the pre-order schedule. Pre-orders eventually went live on April 24 at the same $449.99 price point, leading to the current situation with scalpers and fan backlash.
For those interested in the Nintendo Switch 2, IGN's pre-order guide provides comprehensive information. Additionally, Nintendo has recently addressed compatibility issues with its new GameCube controller, noting potential challenges when using it with modern Switch games.
