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Phil Hayton

Fake games could brick your Switch 2, but I'm here to help you spot dodgy pre-owned carts

Nintendo Switch 2 console on woodgrain desk surrounded by Switch cartridges.

Nintendo's been slamming down its Switch 2 ban hammer a lot since the handheld's launch. A majority of players being sent to Ninty's jail have reportedly attempted to use flashcarts like the MIG switch on the new console, while one user was banned from online play for daring to rock the username "Twink Link."

However, some players are now saying their Nintendo Switch 2 has been banned for using pre-owned cartridges. No, that doesn't mean used carts are on Ninty's ban list, but the gaming handheld maker will brick your console if it detects a fake game or ROM that's been tampered with.

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