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Nintendo Switch 2

The Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to Nintendo Switch, scheduled for release in 2025. Confirmed as backwards compatible, it will play both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. A full reveal is pencilled in for April 2, 2025.

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Nintendo Switch 2

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Nintendo
Original Release Date
2025

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Star Fox Artist Wants Underrated GameCube Game on the Switch 2

A legendary Nintendo artist who worked on the Star Fox series wants an underrated GameCube title to be available on the Switch 2 console.

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Marvel Rivals Dev Comments on Possibility of Switch 2 Release

The developers of Marvel Rivals, NetEase Games, state what they think about potentially releasing the hit shooter on the Switch 2 console.

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Hideki Kamiya Wants Nintendo's Virtual Console to Make a Comeback

Despite Nintendo’s Virtual Console being discontinued a while ago, Hideki Kamiya reveals that he wants to see it return in the future.

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Early Nintendo Switch 2 Units Are Reportedly Being Sold on the Black Market

Recent reports suggest early Nintendo Switch 2 units are sold on the Chinese black market, though their price may deter fans.

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Nintendo Switch 2 April Direct Wish List

The Nintendo Switch 2's April Direct is fast approaching, and there's no shortage to the number of games fans want to see announced for the console.

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Switch 2 Marks the End of an Era for Super Mario

The Nintendo Switch 2 marks a sad end of an era for the long-running Super Mario franchise.

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Mario Kart 9 Has the Perfect Excuse to Repeat One of 8's Best Crossovers With a New Twist

Nintendo's next Mario Kart game is fast approaching, and it could add extra fuel to the tank with more elements from another big franchise.

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The Argument for the Next Mario Kart to Keep 8's Zero-Gravity Gimmick

As the next Mario Kart is fast approaching, fans may be asking if the Zero-Gravity gimmick will go anywhere when it should stick around a bit longer.

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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Already Sets a High Bar for Mario Kart 9

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has just been revealed fully, and its eponymous gimmick sets a pretty high bar for the next mainline Mario Kart entry.

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Cloud Games To Re-release Natively For Nintendo Switch 2

These games should release natively on the Nintendo Switch 2, allowing players to enjoy them even without an internet connection.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Controllers May Have Unexpected Feature

A new patent indicates that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 controllers could have a feature that may be surprising for some fans.

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Pokemon Fans Think Switch 2 is Perfect Opportunity to Revive Spin-Off Series

Pokemon fans take to social media to share their thoughts about how the Nintendo Switch 2 may be the best chance for a spin-off's return.

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Bethesda May Have the Perfect Third-Party Switch 2 Launch Title, and It's Not What You Think

It's been rumored that Bethesda will be a big supporter of Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2, but the perfect launch title might not be the most obvious.

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New Nintendo Patent Shows Switch 2 Joy-Con Charger and Strap

A new patent suggests that Nintendo is working on a Switch 2 Joy-Con accessory that's notably different from its Switch counterpart.

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Nintendo Fans Have a Theory About the Switch 2 Color Scheme

Nintendo fans have a theory about the Nintendo Switch 2's black color scheme, suggesting it could mark a turning point for the company.

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Rumor: New Fire Emblem Remake Could Be Announced This Year

Recent rumors are suggest that the Fire Emblem franchise could potentially announce the next remake in the series sometime during 2025.

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Nintendo Fans Think Switch 2 Direct Might Have Super Smash Bros. News

Some Nintendo fans hope that a recent tease could mean Super Smash Bros. might make an appearance at the upcoming Switch 2 Direct.

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Rumor: Switch 2 3D Mario Details Leak

Some alleged details about the next 3D Mario game leak online two months ahead of the first Switch 2-focused Nintendo Direct.

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