Nintendo issues Warning regarding Fake Switch 2 Pre-Order Emails Scamming Fans

 

 

As excitement builds for the highly anticipated launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, the gaming giant has issued an urgent warning about a rising Nintendo Switch 2 scam. Eager fans hoping to secure their consoles early are being targeted by fraudsters through fake pre-order emails, raising major concerns within the gaming community.

According to Nintendo, scammers are sending fraudulent messages claiming that recipients have "won" a special lottery that grants them early access to pre-order the Switch 2. These Switch 2 pre-order fraud attempts are designed to trick users into clicking on malicious links and providing sensitive personal information, putting them at risk of identity theft and financial loss.

Initially, this email phishing scam has primarily impacted fans in Japan, where Nintendo had officially introduced a lottery system for pre-orders. However, the company warns that the Switch 2 release scam could soon spread globally as global demand for the console continues to surge.

In a public Nintendo warning, the company stressed that any legitimate lottery or pre-order notification will never include clickable links. Instead, users will be asked to manually visit Nintendo’s official website for verification and further steps.

As Nintendo fans are targeted more aggressively by scammers, the company urges gamers worldwide to stay vigilant, avoid unsolicited messages, and rely only on trusted official communication channels. With the growing popularity of the Switch 2, the gaming community must remain cautious to avoid falling victim to yet another gaming scam alert.