Zelda Switch 2 Console Sells Out in Seconds—Scalpers Already Cashing In

Nintendo's 40th-anniversary Zelda-themed Switch 2 sold out instantly, and eBay is already flooded with inflated listings. Here's what you need to know.

Ever tried to grab a limited-edition console the second it drops, only to watch it vanish before your eyes? That's exactly what happened with Nintendo's dazzling new Zelda-themed Switch 2, which hit the shelves on September 8—the very same day it was announced—and disappeared in a flash.

And guess what happened next? Yep, you called it. Scalpers swooped in like hungry Cuccos, and by that afternoon, eBay was already packed with listings for the $520 limited-edition console, with prices jacked up to $800 or even $850. That's a cool 50% markup, and there's one seller account flaunting five separate units—a textbook scalping move that might even break eBay's own rules.

Now, this kind of thing is nothing new. When a hot limited-edition item drops, there's always a crowd looking to flip it for a quick buck. But it still stings, right? The console itself is a real beauty, sporting a sleek black-and-gold design with the iconic Triforce emblazoned on it. It's part of Nintendo's celebration of Zelda's 40th anniversary, and it's set to release on October 29.

But the console isn't the only thing flying off the virtual shelves. The matching Switch 2 Pro controller, priced at $100, also sold out immediately, along with the Triforce-adorned carrying case. So if you missed out, you're not alone—but here's the million-dollar question: will Nintendo restock?

Since this is a limited-edition drop, it's anyone's guess whether they'll replenish supplies or leave us all hanging. But there's more Zelda goodness on the horizon to keep your spirits up. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is slated for November 6 on Switch 2, and it's bringing a ton of changes from the 1998 classic—some of which have the internet buzzing with opinions.

From Link's new look to potential twists and level design tweaks, there's plenty to dissect. So, will you be hunting down one of these consoles on eBay, or are you waiting to see if Nintendo comes through with more stock? Let us know in the comments!