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Nintendo is suing the accessory brand that flaunted Switch 2 mockups ahead of its reveal


Nintendo has accused Genki of trademark infringement and false advertising for using unauthorized mockups to promote its Switch 2 accessories.

Following the initial reports in January that Genki brought Switch 2 mockups to CES and published a video said to show a 3D render of the console, Nintendo released a statement to say that neither the hardware nor imagery were official, per IGN. While Genki reportedly claimed it had access to a Switch 2 at first, the company later wrote on X that it does “not own or possess a black market console,” and told Game*Spark(translated by Automaton) that its mockups were based solely on leaked information. While we can’t comment in detail, we’re continuing preparations to fulfill orders and showcase our newest products at PAX East this week.”

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