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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.

Princess Peach figure skates in Princess Peach: Showtime!

Princess Peach: Showtime! gives an icon the spotlight she deserves

We've played an hour of Princess Peach: Showtime! and have a much better sense of how the leading lady's unique solo adventure works.
Link stares at the sky in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

How to score 50% off The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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How to gameshare on a Nintendo Switch

The new Nintendo Switch OLED Splatoon 3 model.

Nintendo Switch Presidents’ Day deals: Console and games

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How to charge a Nintendo Switch controller

How to connect a Nintendo Switch Pro controller to a PC

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Hurry! The Nintendo Switch just got a rare price cut at Walmart

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Mario vs. Donkey Kong review: the Nintendo Switch enters its filler era

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Can you play the Nintendo Switch Lite on a TV?

The Master Sword in Tears of the Kingdom.

The best single-player games

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Every rumored Xbox exclusive coming to PS5 and Switch

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How to turn off a Nintendo Switch controller

Turning off a Nintendo Switch controller is not as hard as it seems. Here's how you can turn off, turn on, and put your Nintendo Switch controllers to sleep.
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How to factory reset a Nintendo Switch (and Switch OLED)

Having problems with your Nintendo Switch? We have step-by-step instructions for restoring it to its out-of-the-box state. There's more to it than you think!
The new Nintendo Switch OLED Splatoon 3 model.

Amazon is having a huge sale on Nintendo Switch games — from $10

There's an ongoing sale with hundreds of Nintendo Switch game deals on Amazon right now, including huge discounts on some of the best titles on the console.
Mario and Donkey Kong stare each other down in Mario vs. Donkey Kong.

All upcoming Switch games: 2024, and beyond

The Nintendo Switch is home to a superb library of games, and more are on the way. In this roundup, we'll dive into the best upcoming Switch games.
Mario and Donkey Kong stare each other down in Mario vs. Donkey Kong.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong remake’s new levels feel right at home

While the upcoming Mario vs. Donkey Kong remake stays true to its original, there's one very small change that caught our eye in our hands-on time with it.
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5 Nintendo DS games we need on Switch after Another Code: Recollection

Following the release of Another Code: Recollection, there are several Nintendo DS cult classics we want to see on Switch next.
The new Nintendo Switch OLED Splatoon 3 model.

More than 80 Nintendo Switch games are discounted this weekend

More than 80 Nintendo Switch games, including multiple entries in the Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda series, are discounted in Best Buy's three-day sale.
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Another Code: Recollection review: this remake leaves a lasting memory

Another Code: Recollection is a welcome remake of two cult classic narrative adventure games from the Nintendo DS and Wii days.
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The best Switch games for 2024

Here are the best Nintendo Switch games, from Splatoon 3 and Animal Crossing to Tears of the Kingdom and Pokémon and everything in-between.
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Deluxe Edition running on Nintendo Switch.

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is getting a miracle Switch port this summer

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is coming to Nintendo Switch over five years after launch.
Penny and Arven eat Mochi in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s epilogue is a disappointing conclusion

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Epilogue: Mochi Mayhem is an underwhelming conclusion for Pokémon's oddest installment.
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How to get the Buster Sword in Apex Legends and how it works

Final Fantasy VII has crossed over with Apex Legends, one of gaming's biggest battle royales, and it's added an iconic weapon to use during matches.
An image of the Nintendo Switch - OLED Model Mario Red Edition.

An AI company may have just leaked the Nintendo Switch 2’s name and release month

Audio electronics company Altec Lansing claims the Nintendo Switch 2 will release in September 2024 in press release about a new AI initiative.
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An Xbox game could be coming to Switch. Here are the most likely candidates

A rumor indicates that an Xbox exclusive game could be Switch bound. Let's break down the most likely suspects.
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10 significant video game anniversaries worth celebrating in 2024

From Half-Life 2 to World of Warcraft, there are plenty of notable gaming anniversaries to celebrate throughout 2024.
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I was burnt out on video games until I dusted off my Nintendo DS

A hectic 2023 left me with serious video game burnout. The only cure? Taking a trip back to the Nintendo DS era.
Leon parries a chainsaw villager in Resident Evil 4.

The best video game remakes of all time

The best remakes take what made a game so great before and modernize it for the current audience. Here are some of the best games that managed to pull it off.
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The best Nintendo Switch games for kids

Nintendo has worked for years to be an all-ages console, and they've been largely successful. Here are a few of the best video games on the Switch for kids.
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The best video game consoles for 2024

Choosing the right gaming console can be difficult. We compare the Xbox Series X, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and more in terms of games, power, and versatility.
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The best co-op games on Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch is home to a bunch of great co-op games. From TMNT: Shredder's Revenge and Minecraft to Rocket League and Streets of Rage 4, here are the best.
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6 Nintendo series that still haven’t made an appearance on the Switch

While most of Nintendo's biggest franchises have gotten new games on Switch, there's a handful of heavy hitters still waiting for their moment.
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The best indie games for 2024

There are dozens of indie games released every day, but only a select few can make the list of the best indie games. Here's which ones you should play in 2023.

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