Nintendo Just SUED a Reddit Mod for $4.5 Million — This Is Insane

Nintendo is suing a Reddit moderator for $4.5 million dollars over alleged Switch game piracy — and this case could completely change how the company treats fan communities.

According to reports, a Reddit user known as “Archbox” was accused of running “Pirate Shops” that distributed thousands of Nintendo Switch games, including Zelda, Metroid, and Mario.
Nintendo’s legal team claims he also shared tools to bypass console security — and even asked users for Nintendo eShop gift cards to keep the operation running.

Now, Nintendo is demanding $150,000 per title across 30 games, and the court hearing is set for October 24, 2025.
If they win, this could set a precedent that puts every fan-run community, modding hub, and preservation group at risk.

Nintendo’s message is clear: they’re coming for everyone.
So let’s talk about why this case matters, what’s really at stake, and whether Nintendo’s going too far.

💬 What do YOU think — is Nintendo protecting their property, or killing their own fanbase?
👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

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