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Nintendo Switch 2 Battery Life Estimated to Be Lower Than the Original
The official details about Nintendo Switch 2 reveal the estimated battery life of the new console, and it seems that it could be lower than the original Nintendo Switch. This is based on available information, but the estimates are quite vague as battery consumption can vary depending on many factors,…
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Nintendo Switch 2: Old Joy-Con and Pro Controllers Are Compatible – But Not All Accessories Make the Cut
When moving from one generation of consoles to another, it’s not always guaranteed that old accessories will work with the new system. So, do old Joy-Con, Pro Controllers, and other accessories from the first Nintendo Switch work on Nintendo Switch 2? The official compatibility table confirms the answer, and it’s…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Might Have a Pro Controller and Built-in Voice Chat
A new patent spotted and shared on the Famiboards forum suggests that a new Pro Controller for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 could be on the way. This controller appears to include a 3.5mm headphone jack, which could point to the possibility of built-in voice chat on the system. With…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Could Sell Out on the First Day
A recent report from Insider Gaming, written by the Tom Henderson, has revealed new details about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This includes information about its pre-order date and the expected stock levels for the launch. The details come from internal documents and emails from a major U.S. distributor that…
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Palworld Coming to Nintendo Switch 2? Pocketpair Discusses Possibility and Why It’s Not on Switch 1
Pocketpair, the creators of Palworld, and Nintendo are not exactly on good terms, as the company from Kyoto has sued the creators of the viral survival game often referred to as “Pokémon with guns.” It’s not surprising that the game isn’t available on Nintendo Switch, but according to the communications…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Might Not Reach the Success of Its Predecessor, Says Analyst
According to a new report by Jost Van Dreunen, an analyst from Aldora, there is a possibility that Nintendo Switch 2 might not match the success of the original Switch. This could be a logical point, considering that the first Switch is one of the best-selling consoles in history. This…
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Video Game Sales in the USA Drop: January Data Shows Decline for All Consoles
The well-known analyst, Mat Piscatella from Circana, shared the sales data for the video game market in the USA for January 2025. Piscatella explains that consumer spending on video games (hardware, software, accessories) has decreased by 15% compared to last year. However, this is not a direct comparison since last…
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Nintendo Confirms Switch Online Will Continue to Be Available on Nintendo Switch 2
Shuntaro Furukawa, the president of Nintendo, confirmed during a Q&A session related to the company’s latest financial report that Nintendo Switch Online will continue to be available on Nintendo Switch 2. This statement (thanks Nintendo Life) was made in response to a question about Nintendo’s future online strategies, particularly concerning…
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Nintendo Switch Sales Drop, President Says It’s Not Due to Fans Waiting for Switch 2
Sales of Nintendo Switch have dropped significantly in recent times. Many wonder if this decline is due to gamers holding off on purchases while waiting for the Nintendo Switch 2. However, according to Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa, that is not the case. Nintendo Responds to Sales Decline Nintendo has acknowledged…
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Nintendo Explains Why Switch 2 is Backward Compatible
Nintendo has confirmed that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will feature backward compatibility, allowing users to play games from the original Nintendo Switch. While this decision might seem expected, it marks a significant step for the company, especially considering how past transitions (like from Wii U discs to Switch cartridges)…
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Switch 2 Trailer Breaks Records, Surpassing PS5 Reveal with Over 17M Views in 48 Hours
The trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 has outperformed the PlayStation 5 reveal on YouTube. Within 48 hours of its release on the official Nintendo of America channel, the trailer amassed over 17 million views. In comparison, the PlayStation 5 trailer, released in 2020, garnered approximately 13.3 million views in…
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Analysts Predict Strong Demand for Switch 2 But Doubt It Will Surpass Original’s Success
Analysts have shared their insights on the potential success of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, which is expected to be a larger and more powerful iteration of the current console. While there is optimism about its performance, some concerns remain about whether it will surpass the original Switch in terms…
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Report: Switch 2 to See Strong Third-Party Support, Raising Concerns for Indie Developers
Journalist Christopher Dring has revealed that, based on information he has received, third-party support for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will be significantly stronger than it was for the original Nintendo Switch. This shift could potentially marginalize indie developers, who benefited from a lack of big-name publishers supporting the original…
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Fallout 4 for Nintendo Switch Was Once in the Works But Never Released
Bethesda Game Studios once considered bringing Fallout 4 to Nintendo Switch, according to a claim made by gaming insider Imran Khan. This revelation recently surfaced on the ResetEra forum (thanks Insider-Gaming), where Khan shared insights from his time as a journalist. He revealed that Pete Hines, the now-retired Bethesda executive,…
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Nintendo Switch Sales Surpass PlayStation 2 in the United States
In recent months, gamers have been closely monitoring Nintendo Switch sales as the console edges closer to becoming the best-selling gaming device in history. With its impressive performance, the Switch is now rivaling industry giants like the Nintendo DS and PlayStation 2. New data has further cemented its position, signaling…
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