Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console sells out as scalpers inflate pre-order price
The limited-edition Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console has sold out rapidly, leading to significant price inflation on secondary markets. Scalpers are currently reselling the units for hundreds of dollars above the retail price.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing issue of automated scalping and supply chain shortages affecting consumer electronics and gaming hardware.
ⓘ Nintendo with edits Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 console shown Buyers counting on a Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 for the holidays may be out of luck. Console pre-orders are out of stock at several stores, benefiting eBay scalpers. With the Ocarina of Time remake looming, the console and Zelda-themed Pro Controller are selling for well above MSRPs. Adam Corsetti , Published 09/09/2026 🇪🇸 🇵🇹 ... 🇮🇹 🇳🇱 🇫🇷 🇵🇱 🇹🇷 🇷🇺 🇭🇺 🇸🇪 🇨🇳 🇩🇪 Console Gaming Handheld Accessory 4 Reviews exclude selected types exclude selected tags Following the Nintendo Direct , Best Buy stocked The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 console. The handheld soon sold out at the retailer, prompting scalpers to flip their pre-orders on eBay. With the Ocarina of Time remake release date approaching, the matching Pro Controller is also a target of resellers.
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