Massive Nintendo Switch 2 Theft Hits Texas-Bound Truck
A bold heist has left Nintendo and GameStop reeling. On June 8, a truck driver stopped at Love’s Truck Stop in Bennett, Colorado, for a routine check. What he found was shocking—2,810 Nintendo Switch 2 consoles, worth around $1.4 million, were gone. The trailer had been broken into, and several pallets of the brand-new consoles had vanished.
The truck was hauling the consoles from Nintendo’s headquarters in Redmond, Washington, to a GameStop store in Grapevine, Texas. The driver, unaware of the exact cargo, only knew it was ‘games or toys.’ Authorities are still piecing together where the theft happened, as the truck made multiple stops along its 1,332-mile journey. The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation, but no suspects have been named yet.
Launched on June 5, 2025, the ‘Nintendo Switch 2’ retails for $449.99, with some bundles including ‘Mario Kart World’ priced at $499.99. The stolen units likely include a mix of both, pushing the total loss close to $1.4 million. With each console having a unique serial number, Nintendo can track and remotely disable them, making it tough for thieves to sell them locally. Some experts suggest the stolen units might end up on the dark web or overseas markets.
This isn’t GameStop’s first Switch 2 headache. Earlier this month, a New York store made headlines for stapling receipts to console boxes, damaging screens. While that issue was limited to one location, this theft could delay restocks for Texas customers eager to play titles like ‘Mario Kart World’ or ‘Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’ on the new system.
The ‘Nintendo Switch 2’ builds on the original Switch, released in 2017, which sold over 140 million units worldwide. The new console boasts a larger LCD screen, a custom Nvidia chip, and upgraded Joy-Con controllers. Its launch has been a hit, but high demand and low stock have frustrated buyers, with scalpers already cashing in.
I’m keeping an eye on this story as the sheriff’s office digs deeper. They’re asking for tips at 720-874-8477. If caught, the thieves could face felony charges for stealing over $1 million in goods. For now, Texas gamers might have to wait a bit longer to get their hands on the ‘Switch 2’.
