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Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here with a bigger display, Joy-Cons 2, and more. Check out our complete comparison guide here and find out who wins the battle of Nintendo Switch 2 vs Switch 1.
Nintendo Switch 2 Game-Key cards are physical cards that unlock a game on your device. Once the unlock happens, following the instructions will help you download the full game. Game-Key cards do not contain the full game like the classic Nintendo Game Cards.
Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Delayed over Tariff Worries in the U.S.
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Nintendo announced that the Switch 2 preorders will be delayed in the US and moved from the originally planned April 9. This decision comes due to the broad tariffs that President Donald Trump announced earlier this week. Nintendo confirmed that the launch date of June 5 will remain the same.
In this list, we have mentioned seven best cases that you can get for the new Nintendo Switch 2. These cases offer varying kind of protection to your device, and some of them even make your handheld console look stand out of the others thanks to their unique and colorful designs. Use this list to protect your new Switch 2 with a good case.
Nintendo Switch 2 Direct has announced a whole lot of new features coming on the latest console along with GameChat, GameShare, all new games, new hardware and many more. So if you are eager to know what accessory from your Switch 1 will work with the Nintendo Switch 2 then keep reading this article as we have provide a complete list of such accessories here.
Nintendo Switch 2 GameShare Will Let Players ‘Share’ Their Games
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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct introduced a new feature called GameShare that allows you to invite players and play the same game over two individual devices locally. Although it will only be compatible with a few titles, Nintendo promises to add this feature to a lot of new titles. So, get ready to explore all that's new.
The Nintendo Switch 2 ‘C’ Button Is the Perfect Addition to the Family-Friendly Console
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Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons have a new C button under the home button. You can press the C button on the Joy-Cons to open the GameChat menu. Up to 12 players can join a GameChat session and chat, share games, or video through this feature.
Nintendo Switch 2 Will Come with GameChat for Discord-like Communication
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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct has announced new features for the latest console along with the GameChat feature that allows you to communicate with others. So, dep dive into this article to know all about that's new.
Nintendo Switch 2 will be released on June 5, 2025. The Switch 2 pre-order will be available on April 9, 2025, in North America in select retail stores. The Standard Switch 2 is priced at $450, while the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle is $500.
Nintendo Switch 2 Direct has given us a list of all the new games that are coming to this console. These are broadly divided into three categories including Nintendo Switch 2 games, Compatible Nintendo Switch games, and Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games. Additionally, you will see some AAA titles as well, so get ready to experience something that was never seen before on Nintendo.
After months of speculation and leaks, Nintendo has officially revealed the Switch 2 in January. Nintendo Switch 2 will be released on June 5, 2025 with plenty of new gen games available from day one of launch.
Nintendo Virtual Game Cards work as a digital version of the traditional video game cartridge. You can swap between two different devices to load the game cards if they are using the same account. Moreover, you can also lend your Virtual Game Card to any of your family account members for up to 14 days.
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Want to play Fortnite everywhere including your Nintendo Switch? Keep reading to learn how to download and setup Fortnite on your Nintendo Switch console here.
Here Is an Official Look at the Nintendo Switch 2; Arrives In 2025
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Nintendo just revealed the first-look trailer of the Switch 2 console. In the trailer, we see a bigger screen and lots of overhauls in Switch 2. Moreover, the Switch 2 Joy-Cons are bigger, has a magnetic attachment system, and it gets rid of the drifting issues of the original controller sticks. Nintendo Switch 2 releases worldwide in 2025.
Recent leaks have given us what appears to be our first real look at the Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Con controllers. There are quite a few changes that could make playing games on Nintendo's next console feel different. Let's break down everything we can see in these leaked photos.
Nintendo Switch Online Playtest Leaks Emerge: Reveal Upcoming Minecraft Style MMO
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Nintendo privately updated the Nintendo Switch Online: Playtest Program website for a new game's playtest. As per the play testers who participated, it is Nintendo's new MMO game. The playtest will begin on October 23rd at 6:00 PM PT and conclude on November 5th at 5:00 PM PT.
According to a latest news release, Nintendo and The Pokemon Company finally sued Palworld makers Pocketpair. The lawsuit filed in the Tokyo District Court on September 18, 2024 is based on patent infringement. Fromer legal officer of the Pokemon Company Don McGowan already stated "Palworld is a ripoff" when it first arrived.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Finally Lets You Play as Zelda
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A brand new Legend of Zelda adventure, Echoes of Wisdom, will launch exclusively for Nintendo Switch on September 26, 2024. The upcoming game puts players in the shoes of Princess Zelda after Link goes missing in an adventure.
New Nintendo Switch 2 leaks have surfaced online as multiple sources claim to know more about the device. According to the compiled leaks of Android Authority, Switch 2 will have could have 12GB of RAM, 2x 6GB LPDDR5X modules capable of 7,500MT/s transfer speed, and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. Another leak from Brazilian streamer tvPH suggests that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be revealed in March 2025 as more information will come in Fall 2024.
As per the latest Nintendo Financial reports, The Nintendo Switch 2 hardware will get announced in this year itself at a later date. While there are plans to host a Nintendo Switch Direct, the Switch 2 will not be announced in that showcase.
Nintendo and its war with emulators continues. In a recent report, it seems Nintendo has issued a DMCA takedown for over 8500 Yuzu clones from Github. Discord also recently banned two popular emulators from its platform for copyright reasons too.
After thriving for twenty years in the game's community, Nintendo mods are finally leaving the popular Sandbox game Garry's Mod. This comes after Nintendo decided that enough is enough, and sent a formal request to Facepunch Studios to take down anything with Nintendo characters or IP on it. The studio also urges the modders to remove their Nintendo-related content from the game, if they've ever uploaded some.
After Yuzu, Other Nintendo Switch Emulators Get Targeted on Discord
Ishan Adhikary
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Discord has taken down the accounts and entire servers of Nintendo Switch emulator developers. Suyu and Sudachi are the two emulators in question that appeared on March 4th right after Yuzu lost the lawsuit battle against Nintendo. According to Discord, it is a DMCA takedown for copyright infringement related issues.
Nintendo Wins Switch Emulator Lawsuit; Yuzu to Shut down and Pay $2.4M
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As per the latest court documents, Nintendo and Tropic Haze have come to an agreement to settle the Nintendo lawsuit against Yuzu for a whopping $2.4M. While it does require a judge's approval, Tropic Haze has immediately stopped support for the Nintendo Switch emulator, and their 3DS emulator Citra. Furthermore, the company has issued a statement, where they said that they were unaware of the emulator propagating piracy, and the reason for their decision to cease support.
Nintendo has sued the creators of the popular Switch emulator Yuzu, claiming that the software increases the piracy of Nintendo software, and also circumvents the console security. The company is looking for compensation for damages incurred, and immediate shutdown of the emulator, citing the Legend of Zelda leaks as an example.
Nintendo Switch 2 release date has been tipped to be March 2025 in a new report. This latest report comes from Japan-based media outlet Nikkei who has shared more info regarding the handheld. Reportedly, Nintendo could delay the Switch 2 further if enough new games aren't ready to launch alongside the console. The handheld has also been touted with a larger 6.2-inch screen according to the source.
The Nintendo Direct was a quiet one and felt like it was missing a bunch of exciting news. Thankfully, the company announced that five Rareware games from the retro era are coming for the Nintendo Switch Online! Killer Instinct, Battletoads in Battlemaniacs, Snake Rattle ‘n’ Roll, Blast Corps, and R.C. Pro-Am are the five games you can play in your Nintendo Switch now. You can access four of them if you have Nintendo Switch Online. To access the fifth game, you will need a Expansion Pack subscription.
First Two Xbox-Exclusives for Switch Revealed in Nintendo Direct 2024
Ishan Adhikary
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The Nintendo Direct 2024 showcase did not reveal anything huge. However, one key revelation the company made was announcing two major Xbox exclusives for their platform. Grounded is coming to Nintendo Switch on April 16, 2024. Pentiment however, is launching on February 22, 2024, right after the showcase day.
Nintendo Switch 2 Could Come with Backwards Compatibility; Rumor Claims
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Nintendo Switch 2 is an upcoming handheld gaming console, and a new rumor now suggests it will support backwards compatibility. With this, the new Switch 2 will be able to play older games. On top of backwards compatibility, the leak also mentions that Nintendo Switch 2 could run these older games with optimizations with visual quality being upgraded. Apart from this, new rumors also state that a hardware reveal for Nintendo is happening next month, and new games will be showcased next week.
Nintendo Announces ‘Legend of Zelda’ Live Action Movie
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Massive Nintendo Hack in April Breached 300,000 Accounts
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