Nintendo's Switch 2 preorder process has strict requirements to thwart scalpers
Briefly

Nintendo has announced an anti-scalper strategy for preorders of the upcoming Switch 2. Gamers must have logged at least 50 hours on the original Switch and hold a valid 12-month Switch Online subscription to qualify for preorder invites starting May 8, 2025. The new device, priced at $449.99, boasts enhancements such as a larger 7.9-inch 1080p display and 256GB storage. The gaming lineup includes titles like Donkey Kong Bananza and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. General retail preorders begin in April 2025.
To secure a preorder for the new Switch, it’s essential to have logged at least 50 hours of gameplay on the original console and maintain a 12-month online subscription.
Nintendo's new preordering approach aims to combat scalping by prioritizing users based on their gameplay history, ensuring genuine gamers have better access to the new console.
Read at The Verge
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