Nintendo Switch 2 locked by unofficial keys: victims already

In the year 2025, a simple mistake when choosing where to buy a video game can be costly. Reddit user Character-Insect-775 just found out the hard way: his Nintendo Switch 2 console was permanently blocked after purchasing a game through a third-party site.
It all started on June 7th, when he happily purchased his new Switch 2. A few weeks later, on June 19th, he decided to purchase Life is Strange: True Colors from a website other than the official eShop. Seven days later, his console displayed a disturbing restriction code, and his games stopped downloading.
Nintendo's technical support informed him that his account had used multiple "irregular" digital codes, and that the console was disabled for life . The dismayed user only managed to have the linked virtual cards deleted, but he didn't regain access.
Nintendo has adopted stricter measures against the purchase of games through third-party platforms, often suspected of reselling keys acquired illegally or through fraud. This policy already existed at companies like Valve, but the introduction of this rule to the Switch 2 has surprised many.
The most serious thing is that the penalty isn't limited to the game itself ; it can completely disable the console , affecting the entire system. This endangers thousands of players looking to save money by purchasing games outside the official store.
The case has raised an even greater alarm: the risk it poses to the pre-owned console market. Many users could end up unknowingly purchasing already locked consoles , which generates deep distrust in this sector.
On social media, some defend Nintendo, while others question the severity of the punishment: "They could just remove the game, not ruin the entire console," they point out.
Key recommendations to avoid putting your Switch 2 at risk:
- Always buy from the official eShop or authorized retailers.
- Avoid sites that sell keys at suspiciously low prices.
- Check the online store's reputation before purchasing any codes.
- Keep all digital receipts and invoices.
- Do not enter multiple passwords quickly or consecutively.
The story of Character-Insect-775 is a reminder of the risks of easy savings . With a simple purchase, he lost access to his new console and faces a situation of no return. The Nintendo Switch 2, while powerful, comes with new rules of the game, and those who disregard them could end up with a useless console in their hands.
La Verdad Yucatán