May 5, 2025 – Tokyo, Japan — Genki, the accessory manufacturer known for its third-party hardware solutions, has publicly responded to Nintendo’s lawsuit following a heated incident involving an alleged Switch 2 replica at CES 2025.
The situation escalated when Nintendo filed a legal complaint in the U.S. District Court in California, alleging Genki violated Switch 2 trademarks by showcasing what was reportedly an exact replica of the unreleased console during closed-door meetings at the annual tech event in Las Vegas.
🔍 What Sparked the Lawsuit?
Back in January 2025, during CES, Genki drew attention by allegedly demonstrating a near-identical prototype of the Nintendo Switch 2 — months before Nintendo had publicly acknowledged the system’s existence. According to reports, Nintendo had not granted any access to design specifications or dev kits, making the presentation highly controversial.
Nintendo’s legal team reportedly confronted Genki on the show floor, leading to the booth shutting down a day early. The company has since filed a formal lawsuit alleging trademark infringement and unauthorized use of proprietary likenesses.
🗣️ Genki Issues Official Statement
Genki finally addressed the lawsuit in a post on Twitter/X:
“We’re taking it seriously and working with legal counsel to respond thoughtfully. As an independent company, we’re focused on building innovative gaming accessories and remain proud of the work we’ve done.”
The company also stated it cannot comment further due to legal constraints but confirmed it’s actively preparing for PAX East 2025, suggesting that business operations are continuing despite the legal pressure.
⚖️ Legal and Industry Implications
The gaming industry is no stranger to disputes over intellectual property, but this case is particularly charged due to its timing and the secrecy around Nintendo’s next-gen hardware. If Nintendo proves that Genki had unauthorized access to internal designs, the legal consequences could be severe — not just for Genki, but potentially for other accessory makers.
Some speculate this may cause Nintendo to clamp down even further on third-party hardware support for the Switch 2.
📢 Fan and Industry Reaction
Reactions have been split. While some users on social media have expressed skepticism about Genki’s claims, others have rallied behind the company using hashtags like #SupportGenki. Meanwhile, fans await official Switch 2 news with heightened curiosity.
All eyes are now on upcoming court dates and Genki’s showing at PAX East, where it may provide further clarification or showcase upcoming products — possibly unrelated to the Switch 2 to avoid further legal entanglements.