A Reddit user shared a post about their Nintendo Switch 2 being banned from online services after inserting used game cartridges purchased from Facebook Marketplace.
Nintendo's ban was triggered by the system detecting pirated games due to the used cartridges being flagged as duplicates, likely cloned by the original seller.
Nintendo's advanced detection systems can identify unique identification numbers on game cartridges, banning consoles with suspected pirated copies to deter piracy.
The incident highlights the risks of purchasing second-hand games, emphasizing the importance of verifying purchases, staying informed, and buying from trusted sources to avoid bans and enjoy gaming.