Nintendo Switch 2 Bundles Selling for $300+ Over Retail—Fans Push Back

Nintendo fans are uniting to combat scalpers reselling Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders on eBay at inflated prices, ranging from $468 to $855, significantly above the recommended retail price of $449.99. Players are reporting these listings in large numbers, utilizing eBay's terms which prohibit the sale of pre-orders without guaranteed shipment within 40 business days. This collective effort has seen many scalper listings removed, and gamers express growing frustration regarding the delays caused by tariffs and the ensuing scalping trend as the June 5, 2025, release date approaches.

Nintendo fans are reporting scalper listings on eBay to combat the inflated prices. The community has worked together to remove these listings by adhering to eBay's regulations that prohibit pre-sales of items that cannot be shipped within a specific timeframe.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch on June 5, 2025, amidst considerable excitement and concern over its pricing strategy. The recent tariff-related delays for U.S. and Canadian pre-orders have further fueled frustrations among fans eager to get their hands on the next-generation console. With rising prices for games like Mario Kart World, the anticipation and anxiety around the launch continues to grow as the community fights to maintain accessibility amidst scalping practices.