Attention Nintendo Switch gamers! A shocking incident has emerged on Reddit: a Switch 2 owner found themselves banned after purchasing used game cards from Facebook Marketplace. After attempting to download updates for the games, they were met with the dreaded ban hammer from Nintendo.

The player quickly reached out to Nintendo support, and despite the initial shock, they provided proof of purchase and were unbanned in a surprisingly smooth process. "The whole experience was painless and fluid," the Redditor shared.

Why did this happen? Nintendo has implemented unique codes on its game cartridges to combat piracy. However, nefarious sellers can duplicate games and sell the physical cards, resulting in multiple products using the same code. If Nintendo detects two instances of the same code online, they take immediate action.

This isn’t just a minor issue; Nintendo is fiercely protecting its intellectual property. Recent changes to the user agreement give them the right to permanently disable consoles that run pirated games or modifications.

So, what’s the takeaway for gamers? Always verify the sources of your game cards to avoid getting banned! Your gaming experience shouldn't come with unexpected consequences.

Stay tuned for more updates and tips to keep your gaming accounts safe!