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Nintendo Switch 2 review: exactly good enough
The first Switch was such a hit that Nintendo decided not to mess with a good thing. Instead of releasing a successor that feels like a generational leap or a pivot in a new direction, it’s following up the hugely successful original with the Switch 2 — a welcome upgrade that largely sticks to the formula. It looks about the…
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Why I Would Choose a Steam Deck Over a Nintendo Switch 2
We may earn a commission from links on this page. After spending about a week with the Nintendo Switch 2, I have to admit that it’s a good console. It’s priced fairly for its sleek form factor and the performance it offers, and it sets Nintendo up to stay relevant while gaming graphics only continue to get more complex. And…
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Nintendo Switch 2 webcam compatibility: it’s a wild west
“You can use the Nintendo Switch 2 camera accessory (sold separately) or any compatible USB-C® camera you’d like,” the company wrote. But you might be mighty disappointed if you simply buy a PC webcam off the shelf. Many USB-C webcams we’ve tried don’t work at all, including the ones you’ll typically find on “best webcam” lists around the internet, like…
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The Nintendo Switch 2 Has Even Worse Reparability
iFixit’s recent breakdown of the Nintendo Switch 2 is pretty worrying. It turns out the device is much harder to repair than the previous model. This could lead to a shorter lifespan and higher repair costs for users. While the console has impressive internal upgrades, like a faster processor, more RAM, and extra storage, its design choices create major obstacles…
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How to Set Up and Start Using Your New Nintendo Switch 2
So, you’ve braved the pre-order sites, or maybe you’ve just gotten lucky while waiting in line—either way, you’ve got yourself a Nintendo Switch 2. Congratulations! But before you start gaming, there are a few things you’ll need to keep in mind while setting up your console. Nintendo is known for being user friendly, but also a bit particular. Case in…
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How to Reset Your Nintendo Switch Before You Sell It
The Switch 2 is finally out this week, if you were lucky enough to secure a preorder, anyway. If you’re upgrading, you might want to sell your older Switch, if only to offset the higher price tag this time around (to say nothing of tariff impacts). Before you pop your trusty console on eBay, you should make sure to clean…
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Nintendo Switch 2 restocks live — where to buy now and latest launch day news
Refresh 2025-06-05T00:17:11.427Z Where to buy microSD Express… (Image credit: Best Buy) As you’re probably aware of by now, the Switch 2 is only compatible with microSD Express cards. In other words, your old Switch cards won’t work with the new console. I’ve noticed that a few microSD Express cards are no longer available for pre-order, which could imply that stock…
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How to Preorder the Nintendo Switch 2
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Switch 2 preorders went live starting April 24, following a brief delay while Nintendo evaluated the ongoing tariff situation. Since then, you’ve had the potential to preorder the upcoming console from a number of stores, but not necessarily the opportunity. It’s a rough market out there. (Expect a lot of…
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Nintendo Switch 2 carry case looks more like a mini briefcase
When the Nintendo Switch 2 launches in a few days on June 5, you’ll have the option to pick up a an “all-in-one” carrying case that will protect not just the console but everything that comes with it like the dock, game cartridges and even the new Pro controller. The case was revealed in the Nintendo Today app where the…
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Nintendo Switch 2: Graphics Performance, CPU, and Hardware Specs
While Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2 last month, users have yet to get their hands on the device. Meanwhile, Geekerwan from China has already reverse-engineered the Nintendo Switch 2 motherboard to analyze the Nvidia SoC, GPU, CPU, hardware specs, and more. So we have compiled all the key hardware details, gaming results, and benchmarks from the Switch 2 to understand…
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