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The latest news, reviews, and game guides for the Nintendo Switch, all in one place. Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage of everything Nintendo, with a focus on the company’s flagship console — the Switch. Whether you’re looking for the latest Legend of Zelda game or Joy-Con tips, we’ve got you covered.

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Old Sonic runs away from Metal Sonic in Sonic Generations X Shadow.

The Nintendo Switch 2’s launch lineup just got better thanks to Sonic

Sega just announced additions to the Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup that will fill the 3D Mario-shaped hole.
The Nintendo Switch 2 playing Mario Kart

How to preorder the Switch 2: Orders open April 24 at Walmart

The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy cast

The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy review: the student surpasses the teacher

Mario and Peach racing in the foreground of a screenshot of Mario Kart World.

It’s beginning to feel like gaming isn’t for everyone

A white-haired woman wielding a sword with a white dragon behind her stares at a black haired man also wielding a sword with a blue and black dragon behind him.

Some Nintendo Switch 2 game cards will also work on the original Switch

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom runs on a Switch 2 screen.

Nintendo Switch 2 preorders begin next week, but accessories will cost more

Mario in Mario Kart World.

Everything revealed in the Mario Kart World Direct: A Rewind feature and more

Baby Peach rides away from a T-rex in Mario Kart World.

Mario Kart World Direct: When and where to watch

An angry Wiggler ambushes the heroes from behind in Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope.

These are the Nintendo Switch 2 sequels I really want to see

Link fights a Zonai in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Edition.

Nintendo’s upcoming Zelda Notes have an overlooked perk: item durability repair

Donkey Kong punching through a crystallized banana in Donkey Kong Bananza.

The Nintendo Switch 2’s launch game lineup is more exciting than you think

The Nintendo Switch 2 playing Mario Kart

The confusion around $90 Switch 2 games proves how broken the internet is

A Nintendo GameCube sits on a table with Luigi's Mansion.

I need these 10 GameCube games on Nintendo Switch 2 as soon as possible

The Switch 2's GameCube lineup is off to a good start, but we need to see these 10 games added to Switch Online soon.
deltarune heroes in old portraits

Switch 2 launch game Deltarune is getting surprise mouse support

Deltarune is getting exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 content that makes use of its mouse-mode function.
Mario Kart World appears on a Nintendo Switch 2 screen.

One week later, this is what still surprises me most about Nintendo Switch 2

The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal was filled with surprises, but we're still most shocked by the tech powering it all.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is being held in a pair of hands.

Switch 2 woes cross the border as Nintendo delays preorders in Canada

Nintendo Switch 2 troubles have been extended to our neighbors north of the border. Pre-orders for the highly-anticipated hybrid console have been delayed in Canada just before they were slated to begin. Jonathan Ore, senior writer for CBC Radio Online, shared a statement from Nintendo of Canada on Bluesky on Tuesday saying pre-orders for the […]
The Switch 2 next to a TV with Mario Kart.

Switch 2 vs. Switch Lite: is the upgrade worth the heavy price?

The Switch Lite was a great, cheap way to get the full Switch experience with a few concessions. Does the Switch 2 offer enough new to justify the price?
Hades 2 key art from its first trailer.

Nintendo just landed a huge console exclusive for Switch and Switch 2

Hades 2 will be a console exclusive for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 at launch.
Hornet dueling in a field of white flowers.

Hollow Knight: Silksong will be a cross-gen launch, devs say

The highly-anticipated follow-up to Hollow Knight will release on both Switch and Switch 2.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom runs on a Switch 2 screen.

The Nintendo Switch 2 could still be vulnerable to the original’s biggest issue

The Switch 2 doesn't use Hall Effect sensors, but Nintendo says its Joy-Cons are much improved.
Two people playing a game on an OLED Switch.

All Switch games that don’t run on Switch 2

The Nintendo Switch 2 is mostly backwards compatible, but what does that mean? These are all the games you can't play on the Switch 2.
Two players play Nintendo Switch.

Can you use my Switch controllers on the Switch 2?

The Switch 2 looks a lot like the original Switch, including the new Joy-Cons, but will your old controllers work with the new console? We have the answers.
A Switch 2 in its dock.

Switch 2 vs. Switch OLED: is the new system a worthy upgrade?

The Switch OLED is the most expensive version of the original system, so does the Switch 2 offer enough to make the upgrade worthwhile?
Link overlooking a floating island in Tears of the Kingdom.

Nintendo confirms pricing for BotW and TotK upgrade packs

If you already own The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild or its sequel, the Switch 2 upgrade is pleasantly affordable.
A Switch 2 sits on a display next to its controller.

Will the Switch 2 work with my Switch Dock?

The Switch 2 is a powerful console already, but is at its best when docked. The system comes with a dock, but will you be able to use your old Switch dock too?
Players laugh together as they play Nintendo Switch 2.

Inside the smile factory: Nintendo’s quest to save the Switch 2 from reality

We spoke with Nintendo's Bill Trinen and Nate Bihldorff about the Switch 2, GameChat, game pricing, and more.
A Switch 2 sits on a display next to its controller.

Switch 2 vs Xbox Series X: which system is right for you

There was no question the Xbox Series X was the more powerful console compared to the Switch, but things have changed with the Switch 2.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom runs on a Switch 2 screen.

Nintendo Switch 2 analysis: How does it compare to PC gaming handhelds?

The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct included a lot of surprises. Now that we know more about the console, how does it hold up against other handhelds?
Bowser in Mario Kart World.

I played 11 Nintendo Switch 2 games. Here’s what I thought of each

We played 11 games on Nintendo Switch 2 this week. Here's how each one is looking so far.
Kirby riding on a flying star looking back towards the camera

Kirby Air Riders: release window, trailers, gameplay, and more

After over 20 years, this classic GameCube title is finally getting a new entry called Kirby Air Riders. Here's everything we know so far.
The Nintendo Switch 2 playing Mario Kart

The Nintendo Switch 2 is missing one small thing that speaks to a bigger problem

The Nintendo Switch 2 has some nifty new hardware features, but there are still some holes in its broader ecosystem.
The Switch 2 next to a TV with Mario Kart.

Switch 2 vs. PS5: which console is worth owning in 2025

The PlayStation 5 was the most powerful console on the market, but can it still claim that crown with the Switch 2 entering the competition?
A Switch 2 sits on a display next to its controller.

Nintendo halts Switch 2 preorders in the United States to assess tariff impact

Nintendo has halted its plans to begin Switch 2 preorders next week, citing President Donald Trump's newly announced tariffs as the reason.
Two bloodsworn in The Duskbloods posing at dusk.

The Duskbloods: release window, trailers, gameplay, and more

The Duskbloods is the next game from HIdetaka Miyazaki of FromSoftware coming exclusively to the Switch 2. This is everything we know so far.

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