Nvidia powers the most popular gaming machine

Switch 2 sold out before it was even available.

June 6, 2025

Johan Keyter

The Nintendo Switch 2 was released in certain world markets, including the US, Japan, and elsewhere, and those who were lucky enough to snag one are no doubt at home immersed in gameplay. “Lucky” being the operative word—due to the anticipated popularity of the gaming system, Nintendo instituted a lottery system to deter resellers and scalpers from placing pre-orders. Other retailers put their own mechanisms in place as well.The super popular Nvidia-powered Nintendo Switch 2 was released on Thursday, and Nintendo, along with retail establishments, put in place measures designed to hinder scalpers from acquiring consoles with the intent of

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