Nintendo has filed a lawsuit against accessory maker Genki, alleging trademark infringement, false advertising, and unfair competition following the company's display of a purported Switch 2 replica at CES 2025.
The mockup, which attracted significant media attention, was claimed by Genki to be based on insider knowledge.
However, the company later admitted that the model was constructed from industry leaks and not from an actual unit provided by Nintendo.
In response to the controversy, Nintendo dispatched legal representatives to confront Genki at the trade show.
Despite not having signed any non-disclosure agreements with Nintendo, Genki reportedly defended its actions, asserting that they had not breached any legal obligations.
The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court for the Central District of California, seeks to halt the promotion and sale of Genki's Switch 2 accessories and demands the destruction of any related products.
Nintendo's legal team contends that Genki's actions misled consumers and unfairly capitalized on the company's intellectual property.
This legal action underscores Nintendo's commitment to protecting its brand and maintaining control over official product disclosures.
The outcome of the lawsuit could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in the gaming industry.
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