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Switch 2 sold 1.6 million in US at launch, fastest-selling console in United States history

July 23, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 is the fastest-selling video games console of all time in the United States, Circana analyst Mat Piscatella confirms in a new report.

Borderlands 4 will release on the Switch 2 at 30FPS 'with some dips,' says Gearbox CEO

July 23, 2025 | Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has confirmed Borderlands 4 will be releasing on the Nintendo Switch 2 at a framerate gamers aren't happy with.

Ubisoft teases Assassin's Creed Shadows launching on the Nintendo Switch 2

July 23, 2025 | Ubisoft has inadvertently teased the release of Assassin's Creed Shadows on the Nintendo Switch 2, with the CEO who said it's coming to 'other machines.'

Elgato's Game Capture 4K S is an external capture card for PC, PS5, Switch 2, and iPad

July 23, 2025 | The new Elgato Game Capture 4K S is an external capture and streaming card designed for PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, the Nintendo Switch 2, and iPad.

Capture, charge, and dock the Nintendo Switch 2 with AVerMedia's GO Series

July 20, 2025 | AVerMedia has confirmed that its innovative range of GO devices have been updated and optimized for the new Nintendo Switch 2 console.

Donkey Kong Bananza on the Switch 2 uses AMD FSR 1, not NVIDIA DLSS

July 17, 2025 | Donkey Kong Bananza is the latest first-party Switch 2 exclusive, and per Digital Foundry's deep dive on the game we learn that it uses FSR, not DLSS.

Nintendo Switch 2 hidden Summer feature cools your face while gaming

July 15, 2025 | A Nintendo Switch user has plugged an unusual device into the top USB-C port on the Nintendo Switch 2 that would be useful in hot environments.

Silicon Power's Hypera microSD card offers up to 1TB of Nintendo Switch 2 storage

July 14, 2025 | 1TB of storage expansion for the Nintendo Switch 2 is slowly becoming a thing thanks to the new Silicon Power Hypera microSDXC Express Card.

GameStop stapler that ruined a Switch 2 display is up for auction, price already at $217,000

July 11, 2025 | GameStop is auctioning off the infamous stapler that one of its co-workers accidentally used to destroy a few Nintendo Switch 2 displays.

Switch 2 GPU is 'slightly below Series S,' says Outer Worlds 2 developer

July 7, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2's GPU is only slightly below the Xbox Series S and any games that run at 60FPS on Series S should be easy to port to Switch 2.

Nintendo Switch 2 just got a clip-on Cooling Fan courtesy of JSAUX

July 7, 2025 | JSAUX Cooling Fan for Nintendo Switch 2 is a clip-on accessory that includes a fan to cool down the device when gaming, with a knob to adjust the speed.

DLSS makes the Switch 2 as powerful as the Xbox Series S, developer says

July 6, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 is a notable upgrade over the original, and with NVIDIA DLSS support its performance can match the Xbox Series S.

Marvel Rivals game director comments on Nintendo Switch 2 port

July 3, 2025 | Marvel Rivals game director has commented on a Nintendo Switch 2 port of the game, saying the team is currently trying to obtain a Switch 2 dev kit.

Switch 2's leaked 5 million sales figure may be a forecast, not actual sales

July 1, 2025 | New prematurely posted sales data from Nintendo indicates that the Switch 2 has sold 5 million units, but this may be an estimate and not actual results.

New report reveals why Amazon missed out on Switch 2 launch

June 30, 2025 | A new report from Bloomberg reveals the real reason that Nintendo didn't launch the Switch 2 on Amazon: third-party sellers were undercutting Nintendo.

TEAMGROUP's new MicroSD Express Card gives Switch 2 gamers up to 1TB of additional storage

June 30, 2025 | The new TEAMGROUP APEX SD7.1 microSD Express Card is built for the Nintendo Switch 2, offering more storage for more games with fast 800 MB/s speeds.

Dbrand responds to Switch 2 controversy, promises free replacements

June 26, 2025 | Dbrand has apologized for blaming its customers for Joy-Con disconnection problems with a Nintendo Switch 2 accessory and vowed to replace all units.

Nintendo Switch 2 owners are complaining about the screen being blurry, here's why

June 24, 2025 | Nintendo Switch 2 owners are reporting a significant problem with the screen of their new console, and testers have discovered the culprit.

Nintendo Switch 2's display is somehow worse than the original Switch

June 23, 2025 | Reviews of the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware show that its poor response times leads to a blurry image and ghosting not present on the original Switch LCD.

You can buy a Nintendo Switch 2 motherboard direct from production lines in China for just $124

June 23, 2025 | Nintendo Switch 2 motherboards with their PCB and chips attached can be purchased directly from the production line for just $124 in China.

Lies of P hits 3 million sales, dev team gets bonuses and Switch 2 consoles to celebrate

June 20, 2025 | Korean games publisher NeoWiz is rewarding the Lies of P dev team at Round8 with bonuses after the game has sold over 3 million copies on all platforms.

Switch 2's third-party game sales reportedly disappoint, some results radically miss estimates

June 19, 2025 | Physical game sales of third-party games on the new Nintendo Switch 2 are reportedly disappointing, with one publisher noting dismal sales performance.

007 First Light announced for Nintendo Switch 2, release window revealed

June 18, 2025 | 007 First Light is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, where players can step into the reckless shoes of a young James Bond and discover his origin.

Mario Paint on Switch 2? Nintendo shows off feature that may lead to new sequel

June 18, 2025 | A new feature in Donkey Kong Bananza brings back N64 days when you could stretch Mario's face in Super Mario 64, may hint at Mario Paint on Switch 2.

Let's get ready to rumble - or not, as gamers are worried by Switch 2 disabling Joy-Con rumble

June 18, 2025 | Nintendo Switch 2 owners are seeing messages informing them that rumble has been turned off - the question is, why? Heat issues, or battery life?

Pokemon gamer lost '20 years of data' in Switch 2 system transfer - here's how to avoid this

June 17, 2025 | 1,000 hours of gameplay evaporated into the ether when changing to the Switch 2, so take a precaution here - back up to the Pokémon Home service.

Nintendo will ban your Switch 2 console if it catches you doing this

June 17, 2025 | Nintendo has fired the first shots at Switch 2 owners attempting to play unofficial games on their new console, with Nintendo banning their devices.

Check out this CT scan of Nintendo Switch 2: shows the new handheld in the nude layer-by-layer

June 17, 2025 | Nintendo Switch 2 gaming handheld gets a sweet CT scan: showing off the internals layer-by-layer, including the custom NVIDIA Tegra T239 SoC.

Borderlands 4 isn't an $80 game, won't have Switch 2 version at launch

June 16, 2025 | Did 2K Games listen to controversy? Borderlands 4 isn't an $80 game after all and is instead priced at the still-expensive new $70 MSRP for Gen 9 games.

Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat button can be remapped to whatever you want

June 14, 2025 | If you are sick of accidentally engaging GameChat on your Nintendo Switch 2, you can remap it to whatever you like via the system settings.

Nintendo Switch 2 shatters all-time launch week sales record for video game hardware

June 14, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 has shattered a new all-time launch week unit sales record for video game hardware in the US with 1.1 million units sold.

Nintendo fails to fix the infamous flaw with original Switch in the Switch 2

June 13, 2025 | A Nintendo Switch 2 owner has discovered Nintendo failed to fix one of the biggest problems with the original Switch, the dreaded stick drift.

Switch 2 power closer to Series S than PS4, Koei Tecmo dev says

June 12, 2025 | Wild Hearts S developers at Koei Tecmo say the Switch 2 is akin to the 9th generation Xbox Series S in terms of power, not Sony's last-gen PlayStation 4.

Nintendo confirms some Switch 2 consoles are dying before low battery warning

June 12, 2025 | Nintendo has provided guidance on fixing a faulty battery level indicator on the Nintendo Switch 2, as some users' consoles are dying seemingly randomly.

Hitman World of Assassination for Nintendo Switch 2 has a critical problem

June 11, 2025 | IO Interactive has launched Hitman World of Assassination Signature Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring more than 100 hours of gameplay.

Nintendo Switch 2 hit 3.5 million sales in 4 days: best-selling console ever, blowing away PS5

June 11, 2025 | Blistering pace of sales leaves the likes of the PS5, which sold 1.5 million in its first weekend, in the dust - the Switch 2 handheld is absolutely flying.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 should be coming to the Switch 2, here's why

June 11, 2025 | Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 was announced over the weekend, and the Switch 2 wasn't included in the confirmed platforms the game is headed to.

YouTube confirms Nintendo Switch 2 support with updated compatibility

June 9, 2025 | YouTube has confirmed that it's working with Nintendo on making the YouTube app compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2, as it currently doesn't work.

Nintendo Switch 2 sales shatters records, most-sold console in 24-hour period

June 7, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 has reportedly beaten the record for the most-sold console within 24 hours and is on track to shatter the two-month record.

Nintendo Switch 2 exploit discovered that may lead to emulation

June 7, 2025 | A Nintendo Switch 2 owner has already found a flaw in the system's security, which could lead to further exploitation that may result in emulation.

Nintendo Switch 2 fire and exploding hazard warning, Nintendo launches investigation

June 7, 2025 | Some Nintendo Switch 2 consoles have been deemed a fire and exploding hazard after users discovered a bulging back plate; check your system out now.

Nintendo confirms it's recording GameChat conversations on Switch 2

June 6, 2025 | To use the Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat feature users must agree to let Nintendo monitor and record your video and audio interactions with other players.

Red Dead Redemption 2 to get next-gen update and Switch 2 release very soon

June 6, 2025 | The rumors of Red Dead Redemption 2 arriving on the Nintendo Switch 2 are true, and a 'next-gen' update is currently in the works, per Nate the Hate.

GameStop punctured holes in Nintendo Switch 2 screens with stapler on launch day

June 6, 2025 | GameStop employees have stapled receipts to the outside of the Nintendo Switch 2 box and have punctured the screen, check your Switch 2 for any damage.

YouTuber banned from Nintendo Store after smashing Switch 2 in front of employees

June 5, 2025 | A YouTuber has become the first person banned from Nintendo San Francisco after they decided to destroy a Nintendo Switch 2 in front of the store on film.

Nexon to reward all workers with Switch 2 consoles

June 5, 2025 | Korean games titan Nexon has announced it will give employees a free Nintendo Switch 2 console in an effort to reward workers and encourage leisure time.

Fortnite on Nintendo Switch 2 details: framerate, resolution, features, and support

June 4, 2025 | Epic has announced all of the features coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Fortnite, and players should be pleasantly surprised.

No Man's Sky Beacon Switch 2 update: 1440p 30FPS TV mode confirmed, 1080p 40FPS handheld

June 4, 2025 | No Man's Sky is getting a free Switch 2 upgrade included with the game's big new Beacon title update, and Hello Games details the new Switch 2 features.

Nintendo Switch 2 teardown unveils two fragile points, 'high risk of breakage' warning

June 4, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 is already in the hands of the public and a teardown of the console has already taken place, revealing key components and shortfalls.

Nintendo releases day-one update for Switch 2, first-look at eShop surfaces

June 4, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been released globally, and some regions have already received the day-one update that enables the console's features.

NVIDIA's Jensen Huang explains the 'technical marvel' inside the Nintendo Switch 2

June 3, 2025 | NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang has explained the custom processor powering the Nintendo Switch 2, and how it compares to the chip in the original Switch.

Nintendo advises Switch 2 buyers: Don't peel off the topmost layer of the screen

June 2, 2025 | Like the Switch OLED, the Switch 2 comes with a layer of film on top of the display that's designed to contain fragments of glass should the screen shatter.

Nintendo confirms Switch 2 has less streaming services than the original Switch

May 29, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 isn't compatible with Hulu or Crunchyroll, meaning the original Switch is more of a home media device than the Switch 2.

Nintendo Switch 2 confirmed 5.1 surround sound support with headphones

May 29, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 is confirmed to have support for 5.1 surround sound with headphones while in handheld mode, which wasn't available on the Switch 1.

Samsung hurt TSMC with Nintendo Switch 2 SoC contract: AMD, Sony now consider Samsung Foundry

May 28, 2025 | Samsung Foundry securing the deal to make the SoC for Nintendo's new Switch 2 is a turning point, AMD and Sony now switch move from TSMC to Samsung.

Nintendo Switch 2 leaked: full unboxing, first startup, new menu sound, tour

May 28, 2025 | An early holder of a Nintendo Switch 2 has shared what is the first video of the new console booting up, revealing the startup sequence and sound..

Gaming CEO explains why developers may not ship full games on Switch 2 cartridges

May 28, 2025 | Marvelous CEO Ken Barry explains why most game developers may not use the expensive 64GB cartridges for Switch 2 games, and it's the reason you'd expect.

Nintendo Switch 2 consoles will launch completely dead until Nintendo unlocks them

May 28, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 console has made it out into the wild and the user that shared the video has said the console is locked until June 5.

Nintendo Switch 2 consoles pictured for first time at US retailers

May 27, 2025 | In a since-deleted Reddit post, the Nintendo Switch 2 was spotted for the first time at US retailers ahead of its global launch on June 5.

Nintendo Switch 2 comes with USB mouse support, but what about wireless mice?

May 26, 2025 | The Nintendo Switch 2 has been confirmed to have USB mouse support, pairing alongside the Joy-Con 2 controllers that can be switched to mouse mode.