A prolonged legal battle between Nintendo and Modded Hardware has concluded, culminating in Modded Hardware, known for creating the MiG Switch and similar modding devices, agreeing to pay Nintendo $2 million as part of a settlement. Furthermore, a permanent injunction prohibits the mod maker from producing or selling any flash cartridges, mod chips, or related items.

The action against Modded Hardware is part of Nintendo’s ongoing campaign against piracy. Earlier this year, Nintendo settled with the developers of the Yuzu emulator for $2.4 million, also involving a permanent injunction against their operations.

Nintendo and MiG Switch Creator Settle

Following a year of litigation, Modded Hardware’s founder Ryan Daly settled with Nintendo, agreeing to the monetary penalty outlined in court documents from the United States District Court in Seattle. Initially denying any culpability, Daly lacked legal representation during proceedings. Along with the financial settlement, a court order bars him from distributing MiG Switches and similar devices that infringe on Nintendo’s copyright protections. Nintendo is also entitled to confiscate related merchandise and websites associated with Modded Hardware’s business.

The settlement reflects ongoing challenges faced by Nintendo in safeguarding its intellectual property against unauthorized modifications and piracy.

As Nintendo readies for the upcoming Switch 2, which launches on June 5, 2025, the company reportedly updated its user agreement, asserting its rights to permanently disable systems modified without approval.