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Nintendo Switch 2 stock is springing back into action this week, with planned restocks from GameStop today and handhelds hitting UK shelves with far more regularity. That means anyone wondering where to buy Nintendo's next console could have a clear shot in the near future.
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IGN India on MSNNintendo Launches Opening Salvo in War Against Switch 2 Game Pirates, as MIG Switch Users Report Online Service BansThe MIG Switch is a flash cartridge that stores and plays copied Nintendo Switch 1 games — something Nintendo itself takes a dim view on, even as many users of the device claim they're just playing backups of their own legally-bought software.
Nintendo has reportedly banned Switch 2 players from using its online services after using the MIG Switch, a flash
In an attempt to combat scalpers in Japan, Nintendo has excluded a vital component from the Nintendo Switch 2 box, making it harder to resell the console. As reported by IGN, owners of the latest Switch model in Japan have noticed that the console doesn't come with a physical warranty card, which is typically required for in-store hardware repairs.
In Japan, Nintendo has been working with online marketplaces to restrict scalper-fueled resales of the in-demand Switch 2 console. However, the video game giant may have another ace up its sleeve when it comes to dissuading people from buying the Switch 2 second-hand.
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Key Takeaways Nintendo Switch 2 has created a wave in the gaming world beyond expectations. Sales record of the console highlights this part. Whether it’s
Pick up a modernized GameCube-inspired controller with swappable components, trigger locks, and support for Switch 2, PC, and more platforms.