Nintendo está demandando a la marca de accesorios que mostró maquetas no autorizadas del supuesto Switch 2 antes de su revelación. La demanda presentada el viernes acusa a la fabricante de accesorios Genki de infracción de marca registrada, competencia desleal y publicidad engañosa, argumentando que Genki «inició una campaña estratégica destinada a capitalizar el interés público en torno a la próxima consola de Nintendo». Según Nintendo, Genki promocionó accesorios que afirmaba eran compatibles con el Switch 2 a pesar de no tener acceso oficial a la consola, y utilizó el logo de Switch para hacerlo. Tras los informes iniciales en enero de que Genki llevó maquetas del Switch 2 al CES y publicó un video que supuestamente mostraba un render 3D de la consola, Nintendo emitió un comunicado para decir que ni el hardware ni las imágenes eran oficiales. Aunque Genki afirmó inicialmente que tenía acceso a un Switch 2, la empresa luego escribió en Twitter que no «posee ni posee una consola de mercado negro» y dijo a The Verge que sus maquetas se basaban únicamente en información filtrada. En la demanda, Nintendo dice que las «declaraciones de Genki eran contradictorias e inconsistentes», sin embargo, la empresa «mantuvo su representación a los consumidores de que sus accesorios serán compatibles con el Nintendo Switch 2 al momento del lanzamiento de la consola». Nintendo anunció oficialmente el 16 de enero, poco más de una semana después de que las maquetas hicieran su aparición en el CES. Incluso en los meses posteriores, Nintendo alega que Genki «continúa explotando la atención de los medios y la base de fanáticos y usurpando y amenazando las ventas de los propios accesorios de Nintendo», a través de medios que incluyen aprovecharse de Nintendo Direct con su propio evento «Genki Direct» inmediatamente después. En un comunicado compartido en X después de la presentación de la demanda, Genki dijo que está «tomando en serio esta demanda y trabajando con asesoría legal para responder de manera reflexiva». «Lo que podemos decir es esto: Genki siempre ha sido una empresa independiente enfocada en construir accesorios de juegos innovadores para la comunidad que amamos», continuó la publicación de Genki. «Estamos orgullosos del trabajo que hemos realizado y respaldamos la calidad y originalidad de nuestros productos. Aunque no podemos comentar en detalle, seguimos preparándonos para cumplir con los pedidos y mostrar nuestros productos más nuevos en PAX East esta semana». El Nintendo Switch 2 llega después de años de rumores y especulaciones. En la demanda, Nintendo señala que comenzó a planificar la consola de próxima generación poco después del lanzamiento de la primera. Las preventas del Nintendo Switch 2 se abrieron en abril y la consola . Este artículo apareció originalmente en Engadget en .

Nintendo has taken legal action against accessory maker Genki for displaying unauthorized mockups of the unannounced Switch 2 at CES 2025. In the filed lawsuit, Nintendo accuses Genki of trademark infringement, unfair competition, and false advertising. The company alleges that Genki engaged in a strategic campaign to leverage the public interest in Nintendo’s next-generation console by promoting accessories that were claimed to be compatible with the Switch 2, despite not having official access to the console. Additionally, Nintendo claims that Genki used the Switch logo in its promotional materials.

Initially reported in January, Genki showcased Switch 2 mockups at CES and released a video featuring a 3D render of the console. Nintendo quickly clarified that neither the hardware nor the imagery were official. While Genki initially stated that they had access to a Switch 2, they later admitted that they did not possess a black market console and that their mockups were based on leaked information. Despite these contradictions, Genki continued to assert that their accessories would be compatible with the Switch 2 upon its release.

Nintendo officially filed the lawsuit on January 16, shortly after the mockups were displayed at CES. The company accuses Genki of exploiting media attention and threatening sales of Nintendo’s own accessories by hosting a «Genki Direct» event immediately after a Nintendo Direct. In response, Genki stated that they are taking the lawsuit seriously and are working with legal counsel to address the allegations.

Genki defended their position by emphasizing their focus on creating innovative gaming accessories and standing by the quality and originality of their products. They expressed their commitment to fulfilling orders and showcasing their newest products at PAX East.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has been the subject of rumors and speculation for years. Nintendo began planning the next-generation console shortly after the release of the first Switch. Pre-orders for the Switch 2 opened in April.

This article was originally published on Engadget. Nintendo filed a lawsuit on Friday against accessory maker Genki, accusing them of trademark infringement, unfair competition, and false advertising. Nintendo claims that Genki tried to capitalize on the buzz surrounding Nintendo’s upcoming console by promoting accessories as compatible with the Switch 2 without official access to the console and using the Switch logo without permission.

After reports surfaced in January that Genki showcased Switch 2 mockups at CES and released a video of a 3D render of the console, Nintendo clarified that these were not official. Genki initially claimed to have access to a Switch 2 but later admitted they did not, stating that their mockups were based on leaked information. Despite this, Nintendo alleges that Genki continued to deceive consumers by claiming their accessories would be compatible with the Switch 2 upon its release.

Nintendo officially addressed the situation on January 16, shortly after the mockups were revealed. They accuse Genki of exploiting media attention and threatening Nintendo’s accessory sales, including by hosting a «Genki Direct» event after Nintendo Direct. Genki responded, stating they are taking the lawsuit seriously and are working with legal counsel.

In their response, Genki emphasized their focus on creating innovative gaming accessories and expressed confidence in the quality of their products. They also mentioned their preparations for showcasing new products at PAX East.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has been highly anticipated, with Nintendo mentioning that they started planning it shortly after the release of the first Switch. Pre-orders for the console opened in April.

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