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Switch 2 Controller Box Shocker: Old Model Inside!
9 Apr
Summary
- Customer received an old Switch Pro Controller instead of the new one.
- Evidence suggests the item was a returned product with swapped contents.
- The customer successfully returned the item for a refund from Amazon.
A recent online purchase of a Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller led to a surprising discovery for one customer: an older Nintendo Switch Pro Controller was found inside the new product's box. This incident, shared on Reddit, suggests a potential scam involving returned items where customers may swap out the contents.
A white 'LPN' sticker visible on the box lends credibility to the theory that this was a previously returned item. The visual similarity between the two controller models likely allowed the swap to go unnoticed during the initial return process. This type of return fraud is unfortunately not uncommon with high-value electronics, prompting some retailers to implement tamper-evident packaging.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, priced higher than its predecessor, boasts exclusive features like remappable rear buttons and a headphone jack. While this specific incident had a positive resolution with Amazon issuing a refund, it serves as a cautionary tale. Consumers purchasing such items are advised to thoroughly inspect them upon arrival to ensure they have received the correct product.
