Nintendo Switch 2 Bans Persist — Content Creator with Over 1 Million Subscribers Warns After Purchasing Used Bayonetta 3 Copy on eBay

Oof, you ever have one of those days where the universe just seems out to get you? Like, even your brand-new gadgets decide they’re done with you? Well, Quinn Nelson knows exactly what that’s like. This brave soul, the mastermind behind the YouTube hit Snazzy Labs, took a chance on an eBay haul. Classic, right? But instead of snagging a dreamy deal on “Bayo 3,” Quinn got served a big ol’ slice of Nintendo’s justice pie.

So here’s the deal: Quinn buys this game, thinking it’s all legit. But surprise! Nintendo’s tech sent up a flare—probably because the game was “dumped” by a previous owner. And bam, Quinn’s shiny, month-old Switch 2? Blacklisted. I mean, can you imagine plunking down $450 and then watching your console go on strike? It’s almost comically tragic. No online games, no updates—nothing. Sure, you can still play your physical games, but good luck trying to access anything online.

Nelson didn’t just sit there fuming, though. He took to Twitter. PSA alert! Warning everyone about the scariness of buying second-hand games. Would you have thought an innocent eBay purchase could go south so fast? And let me tell ya, social media was quick to rally. Like, seriously, keyboards on fire.

So here’s where it gets interesting—and kinda hopeful. Turns out, Nintendo can be understanding if you can prove your innocence. “Hey, Big N, check out this eBay receipt! See? I’m not a pirate!” And just maybe, you’ll find a happy ending. At least, that’s what other unlucky folks have managed to do. It’s like a bizarre trust exercise. Who knew games had so much drama?

But not everyone’s cheering from the sidelines. Some were like, “Hey, Quinn, didn’t you play with MIG Flash game dumps before?” Which might’ve raised an eyebrow or two. I don’t really get all the tech lingo, but apparently, these dumps help you keep all your games loaded without risking a ban. Except… well, this time, something went snafu. Or maybe it didn’t? Quinn insists the ban wasn’t ’cause of any funny business with their own games.

Honestly, I hope Quinn can sweet-talk their way out of this mess. Imagine not playing your console all because of a bent copy of Bayo 3? Sounds worse than spinach caught in your teeth on a first date. Fingers crossed Nintendo hits undo on that banhammer!

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