Nintendo have finally announced the release date for the Switch 2 console — June 5, at $449.99. You can currently "register your interest" by signing into your Nintendo account and picking either the regular console edition, or a bundle with a download of Mario Kart World (for $499.99).
The console itself will feature a 7.9" screen with HDR10 and a 1080p resolution (undocked, up to 4K docked, with up to 120fps), enhanced Joy-Con controllers with mouse controls and magnetic attachment, GameChat via the new "C" button, and 256GB storage. Announced games include Mario Kart World, Donkey Bonanza, and The Duskbloods. It will also have back compatibility with select Switch games, with some games getting enhanced editions.
Nintendo Switch Online will also begin featuring select Gamecube games, including Luigi's Mansion, Soul Calibur II, Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, and F-Zero GX. Buy Now at Nintendo
Just scroll down to the bottom of the page to claim these. As stated they can be used on "rewards like digital wallpapers, exclusive physical items, icon elements for your Nintendo Switch console, and more". Shop Now at Nintendo
With the Nintendo Switch 2 officially released, and in the hands of the luckiest among you, you can now begin to get excited about the games for the original Switch that are getting free upgrades for the new console, whether it's to improve performance or add support for new features like GameShare. Some of the benefitting games include Super Mario Odyssey, The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, and ARMS. Shop Now at Nintendo
Released today for National Pokemon Day, you can get Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen now on the Switch for $20. They're available in multiple languages. Buy Now at Nintendo
Download the multiplayer version of this Arcade game and play with a friend who owns the full Namco Museum game for free. (At least two Nintendo Switch consoles are required.) Shop Now at Nintendo
That's the best price we've seen and $3 less than the lowest we found for a physical copy. Buy Now at Nintendo
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