The auction associated with the unveiling of Nintendo Switch 2 has concluded, raising a substantial sum of $250,000 for charity. Earlier this June, when the Switch 2 was first introduced to the market, an unfortunate incident occurred involving an employee who accidentally damaged the console’s screen by stapling receipts directly onto the box. This mishap became known as “Staplegate.” The stapler and the affected Nintendo Switch 2 were later auctioned off, fetching a high price of approximately $250,000 during the final moments of bidding.
This week, GameStop disclosed the outcome of their Staplegate auction on various social media platforms. Earlier, they had hinted at the auction on Instagram. The Staplegate auction encompassed a number of unique items, including the stapler that was part of an incident, a Nintendo Switch 2 console that was stapled along with its box, and even the specific staple responsible for damaging the console within the box. The bidding process commenced on July 9 and concluded on July 16, culminating in a final bid total of $250,000.
— GameStop (@gamestop) July 16, 2025
The proceeds of $250,000 from the Staplegate Switch 2 auction will be donated to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. These funds are used to support local children’s hospitals, providing essential services such as critical treatments, medical research for cures and treatments, and financial aid for families and patients in need.
GameStop finds itself in an unusual situation, holding significant financial resources, yet not fully utilizing them for growth. Instead, it appears to be satisfied with maintaining a trend of issuing more shares within the company, which could potentially dilute its existing shareholders’ ownership stake.
Regardless, a $250,000 donation to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals is no small feat, and it’s a clever way to transform something playful during the Switch 2 launch into a constructive outcome. Keep an eye on the GameStop topic for further news and updates.
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2025-07-17 22:57