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Nintendo Switch 2 Power Compared to PS4 and Steam Deck: Early Insights Revealed
Last week, Nintendo finally introduced the Nintendo Switch 2, announcing its release date, price, launch games, and upcoming titles. However, there are still no specific details about the console’s hardware to give a clear picture of its performance. Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS4 and Steam Deck Digital Foundry, known for…
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Nintendo is Working with Third-Party Teams to Ensure Nintendo Switch 2 Backward Compatibility
The backward compatibility of Nintendo Switch 2 seems to be a key feature of the new console. However, ensuring this is not a simple task, which is why Nintendo has been working hard on this aspect. In fact, the company is also collaborating with third-party teams to ensure the proper…
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Nintendo Switch 2’s C Button Will Require an Online Subscription After Free Trial, Nintendo Clarifies
Nintendo has clarified that after the first free trial period, the C Button and its related features will require a subscription to Nintendo Switch Online. As we’ve seen, the new features brought by Nintendo Switch 2 to Nintendo Switch Online include many things, especially the introduction of GameChat. GameChat is…
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Nintendo Switch Games Could Run Better on Nintendo Switch 2 Even Without Updates
As many of you may know, some Nintendo Switch games will have a special Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. This means that they will receive an update to take advantage of the extra power of the new console. This update may include improvements like better graphics, new content, smoother gameplay, and…
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Trump’s Tariffs Will Affect More Than Just Nintendo Switch 2, ESA Says
The recent tariffs announced by President Trump won’t just affect the Nintendo Switch 2. They are expected to have a serious impact on the entire video game market. The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) expressed great concern about this situation. According to ESA’s spokesperson (thanks IGN), Aubrey Quinn, “We really are,…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Appears to Be Sold Out at Many UK Retailers Shortly After Pre-Orders Open
The Nintendo Switch 2 seems to be doing very well in the market, which was expected due to the high demand. It has already become sold out at many retailers in the UK just after the pre-orders opened. This could be a temporary stock shortage while waiting for more units…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Ditches OLED for LCD ‘After a Lot of Consideration’
One of the most talked-about topics before the official announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2 was the decision to switch back to an LCD screen rather than continuing with the OLED display used in the latest model of the Nintendo Switch. This choice seems to have come after “a lot…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Was Almost Named ‘Super Nintendo Switch’
In a recent Q&A released after the latest Direct, Nintendo revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 was originally supposed to be named something else. The original idea was to call it the Super Nintendo Switch, drawing inspiration from the shift between the 8-bit NES and the 16-bit Super NES, where…
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Japanese Resellers Are Already Hoarding MicroSD Cards Compatible with Nintendo Switch 2
As you may know, during the recent Nintendo Direct, which lasted about an hour, Nintendo revealed new details about the Nintendo Switch 2, including its release date of June 5. They also shared information about the console’s compatibility with MicroSD Express cards. However, regular MicroSD cards will not be supported,…
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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 Physical Games Cost More, But Some Still Require a Digital Download
A surprising situation has emerged from Nintendo‘s official support pages about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. It turns out that some physical games sold on cartridges still require a digital download, even though physical versions now cost more. This is not something that applies to all games—it’s a specific case,…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Official Release Date and Price Announced During Direct
During today’s Nintendo Direct, the official release date for the Nintendo Switch 2 was announced. The highly anticipated new console from Nintendo will be available worldwide on June 5, 2025. In addition, the price was revealed to be $449.99 USD. This announcement came with many exciting details about the upcoming…
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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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