Reports indicate Nintendo Switch 2 surfaces on black market with a price tag of $40,000

A Chinese insider who leaked CAD images of the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 now claims he has a functioning unit up for grabs. According to discussions on Reddit, this enigmatic seller is offering the unreleased console to an accessory manufacturer for a staggering $39,800.

Interestingly, the design seen in these CAD files appears to have been utilized by companies like Dbrand and other accessory manufacturers getting a head start on creating products for the Switch 2. The credibility of this leaker is quite compelling, given that the final console design unveiled in its official video perfectly aligns with these leaks. However, it’s wise to remain cautious and take this information with a pinch of salt.

Communicating through the Xiaohongshu forums, the leaker mentioned to a prospective buyer that they could test out features like the Switch 2’s dock, joystick, and tablet. He further hinted that Pro controllers might be available as soon as next week, potentially marking Nintendo’s upgrade to their official Switch Pro accessory.

So, will this individual shell out the necessary cash to secure complete early access to the Switch 2? It could very well hinge on the potential profits from such an investment. For legitimate or otherwise manufacturers of cases and peripherals, gaining early access to the hardware could be invaluable in designing compatible accessories.

With such large sums involved on the black market, it stands to reason that our CAD design leaker might require significant financial motivation from any unofficial accessory producer hoping to access this high-value hardware in its infancy.

Ultimately, it’s hard to see another motive for desiring a pre-release Nintendo Switch 2. Games expected to be enhanced on this new platform will likely need patches reminiscent of Pro console updates, enabling these features. Yet, official Switch 2 games won’t hit the shelves, even in physical form, until the release date approaches. This scenario, given the story details, leaves the console susceptible to pre-release developments and potential exploitation.

While the gaming community eagerly awaits a confirmed release date from Nintendo, there is a humorous notion that if the date is distant enough, this early purchase may end up being somewhat trivial.