Scalpers Already Reselling Switch 2 for Ridiculous Prices

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Summary

  • Scalpers are already reselling Nintendo Switch 2 consoles at prices significantly higher than retail.
  • The standard Nintendo Switch 2 is appearing on outlets like eBay for over £600 (or $656.06), roughly $207 more than the standard retail price.
  • The console is slated to be released worldwide on June 5.

The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 is currently being sold at marked-up prices on online marketplaces such as eBay. Last week, Nintendo officially announced the release date and price of the Switch 2 console, which has sparked controversy among gamers due to its relatively high cost. Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will start outside the US on April 9, with the company postponing pre-orders within the US to evaluate how recently implemented tariffs might affect the console’s manufacturing and distribution.

A potential challenge that might hinder the early sales of the Nintendo Switch 2 could be scalpers, individuals who buy up consoles and popular items to resell them at marked-up prices. This was a significant problem when the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S were launched in 2020, but Nintendo is taking steps to ensure history doesn’t repeat itself with the Switch 2. To start with, the initial round of pre-orders for the Switch 2 prioritizes members of the Nintendo Switch Online service who have been active for two years and have spent a specific amount of time playing Nintendo Switch games.

While not all online merchants are adhering to these regulations, it seems that scalpers have managed to secure some early Nintendo Switch 2 consoles and sets. As reported by Eurogamer, the standard Nintendo Switch 2 is being listed on platforms like eBay for over £600 (approximately $656), which is around $207 above its regular price. Similarly, the “Mario Kart World” Nintendo Switch 2 bundle is being resold for more than £634.02 (around $693), representing a premium of approximately $193 compared to its suggested retail price.

Scalpers Are Already Reselling the Nintendo Switch 2

Previously mentioned, the expensive cost of the Nintendo Switch 2 has sparked controversy within the gaming community even before considering inflated resale prices. The pricey launch titles, such as “Mario Kart World,” which retails for $80 digitally and $90 physically, have exacerbated this problem. Purchasing the “Mario Kart World” Nintendo Switch 2 bundle could lessen this to some extent, but it is only available until Fall 2025 according to reports.

It could be more challenging to get your hands on the special Nintendo Switch 2 package, since scalpers are focusing on the console. Surprisingly, some pre-orders for Switch 2 are available, but the merchants providing them have reported that their stock depleted nearly immediately after receiving it. Despite these difficulties and Nintendo postponing pre-orders in the U.S., the system is still scheduled to debut globally on June 5.

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2025-04-07 18:41