Nintendo Takes Legal Action Against Switch Piracy with Two New Lawsuits

Tech & AI | July 2, 2024, 1:44 p.m.

Nintendo is intensifying its efforts against Switch piracy by filing two new lawsuits this week. The first lawsuit targets Modded Hardware, a group known for selling fully modded Switch consoles and enabling pirated downloads. Despite an agreement to cease sales earlier this year, Modded Hardware continued its services, leading to Nintendo's claims of causing "substantial and irreparable harm". The fines could potentially reach millions of dollars. Additionally, Nintendo has opened a case against James 'Archbox' Williams, the lead moderator of r/SwitchPirates subreddit, for his alleged involvement in promoting piracy through "pirate shops". Nintendo claims Williams knew he was supporting illegal activities. These lawsuits are part of Nintendo's ongoing efforts to combat Switch piracy, as seen with previous legal actions against Yuzu emulator creators. The results of these cases are eagerly awaited.