200,000 dollars for stapled Switch 2. The console from GameStop is breaking records at a charity auction

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As a dedicated fan, I wasn’t at all surprised by the massive hype surrounding the launch of the Switch 2. The fact that Nintendo managed to sell an impressive 5 million units within its first month makes it the fastest-selling console in history – quite a feat! However, as we fans know, nothing ever goes entirely smoothly when it comes to product releases. One of the more significant glitches occurred at a GameStop store in LA, where some consoles were damaged due to receipts being stapled directly onto the boxes. Thankfully, they swiftly replaced the faulty units, and now this little mishap has turned into something of a running joke among us enthusiasts. In fact, that very first “stapler accident” Switch 2 was even put up for auction on eBay, with all proceeds going to charity.

Stapled tragedy going once, going twice!

It’s truly awe-inspiring when an unfortunate event transforms into something positive, and this case certainly illustrates that principle well. A person received an unpleasant shock upon unboxing their long-awaited Switch 2, but now, that very console is being auctioned off on eBay.

The bidding has already surpassed $200,000, and it continues to rise with more than five days remaining in the auction.

The “GameStop Staplegate Charity Auction” isn’t limited to selling the repaired Nintendo Switch 2; it also includes a certificate of authenticity signed by Ryan Cohen, the notorious stapler responsible for the damage, as well as the very staple that was meticulously extracted and preserved – the one that pierced the console’s screen.

After the initial issue with the stapled Switch 2 devices, another incident occurred post-launch: someone managed to steal approximately 2,800 consoles from a truck bound for Texas. However, what may not be apparent is that once these stolen Switch 2s appear online, Nintendo has the ability to render them inoperable at a distance. Given that no one has yet cracked the new console’s security, it’s likely that the pilfered units will prove to be little more than worthless plastic.

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2025-07-11 14:31