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Nintendo Switch 2 to Feature Battery Life Extension for the First Time
Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 will introduce a new feature aimed at extending the life of its battery. This function has been available in various devices for some time, including iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and certain laptops. The feature is designed to help prevent battery degradation over time. New Battery Option…
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Nintendo Spends Record Amount on Research and Development
According to Nintendo’s latest financial report, the company has never spent so much on research and development. In the fiscal year that ended on March 31, the Japanese company invested a total of 143.79 billion yen. This is likely due to the development of the Nintendo Switch 2, as well…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Price May Increase Due to Trump’s Tariffs, CEO Explains
The price of the Nintendo Switch 2 may not be set in stone, at least according to Shuntaro Furukawa, the President of Nintendo. He explained that the company is working hard to avoid unwanted price increases caused by the tariffs imposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump. This situation is…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Controllers Are Quieter with Reduced Vibration
Since the introduction of Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this month, many details about the console, its accessories, and the games that will launch with it have been revealed. One interesting detail that hasn’t been talked about much is about the Joy-Con 2 controllers. According to information from the official website,…
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Nintendo Switch Gets Firmware Update 20.0.0: New Features for Switch 2
Nintendo Switch has received a firmware update today, version 20.0.0. This update brings several new features to the system and prepares the console for the upcoming launch of Switch 2. Some of the changes are directly related to the new machine that will soon hit the market. You can find…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Battery Life Estimated to Be Lower Than the Original
The official details about Nintendo Switch 2 reveal the estimated battery life of the new console, and it seems that it could be lower than the original Nintendo Switch. This is based on available information, but the estimates are quite vague as battery consumption can vary depending on many factors,…
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Nintendo Switch 2: Old Joy-Con and Pro Controllers Are Compatible – But Not All Accessories Make the Cut
When moving from one generation of consoles to another, it’s not always guaranteed that old accessories will work with the new system. So, do old Joy-Con, Pro Controllers, and other accessories from the first Nintendo Switch work on Nintendo Switch 2? The official compatibility table confirms the answer, and it’s…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Might Have a Pro Controller and Built-in Voice Chat
A new patent spotted and shared on the Famiboards forum suggests that a new Pro Controller for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 could be on the way. This controller appears to include a 3.5mm headphone jack, which could point to the possibility of built-in voice chat on the system. With…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Could Sell Out on the First Day
A recent report from Insider Gaming, written by the Tom Henderson, has revealed new details about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This includes information about its pre-order date and the expected stock levels for the launch. The details come from internal documents and emails from a major U.S. distributor that…
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Palworld Coming to Nintendo Switch 2? Pocketpair Discusses Possibility and Why It’s Not on Switch 1
Pocketpair, the creators of Palworld, and Nintendo are not exactly on good terms, as the company from Kyoto has sued the creators of the viral survival game often referred to as “Pokémon with guns.” It’s not surprising that the game isn’t available on Nintendo Switch, but according to the communications…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Might Not Reach the Success of Its Predecessor, Says Analyst
According to a new report by Jost Van Dreunen, an analyst from Aldora, there is a possibility that Nintendo Switch 2 might not match the success of the original Switch. This could be a logical point, considering that the first Switch is one of the best-selling consoles in history. This…
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Video Game Sales in the USA Drop: January Data Shows Decline for All Consoles
The well-known analyst, Mat Piscatella from Circana, shared the sales data for the video game market in the USA for January 2025. Piscatella explains that consumer spending on video games (hardware, software, accessories) has decreased by 15% compared to last year. However, this is not a direct comparison since last…
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Nintendo Confirms Switch Online Will Continue to Be Available on Nintendo Switch 2
Shuntaro Furukawa, the president of Nintendo, confirmed during a Q&A session related to the company’s latest financial report that Nintendo Switch Online will continue to be available on Nintendo Switch 2. This statement (thanks Nintendo Life) was made in response to a question about Nintendo’s future online strategies, particularly concerning…
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Nintendo Switch Sales Drop, President Says It’s Not Due to Fans Waiting for Switch 2
Sales of Nintendo Switch have dropped significantly in recent times. Many wonder if this decline is due to gamers holding off on purchases while waiting for the Nintendo Switch 2. However, according to Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa, that is not the case. Nintendo Responds to Sales Decline Nintendo has acknowledged…
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Nintendo Explains Why Switch 2 is Backward Compatible
Nintendo has confirmed that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will feature backward compatibility, allowing users to play games from the original Nintendo Switch. While this decision might seem expected, it marks a significant step for the company, especially considering how past transitions (like from Wii U discs to Switch cartridges)…
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