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Nintendo Isn't Getting Rid of Physical Games (Yet), But You Have to Watch Out for Game-Key Cards

Freaking out over Sony killing physical media? Nintendo's game-key cards add a weird wrinkle to the home media landscape. Here's what you need to know and how to spot them in the wild.

By Jason Cohen
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Is It Worth It to Upgrade to Switch 2 Games? We'll Run You Through the Actual Costs

Some Switch games you already own can be upgraded into enhanced Switch 2 titles, but the cost structure is pretty confusing. Here's how much you can expect to pay for the upgrade packs to your favorite games.

By Jason Cohen
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Reddit Moderator Ordered to Pay $4.5 Million for Pirating Nintendo Games

James C. Williams used the online handle 'archbox,' and allegedly helped distribute 'thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of unauthorized copies' of Nintendo games since 2019.

By Michael Kan
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Celebrate Pokémon’s 30th Anniversary by Cashing Out Your Rare Card Collection

Don't let those valuable Charizards gather dust. As the franchise hits its three-decade milestone, here's how to safely appraise, grade, and sell your rarest cards for maximum profit.

By Gabriel Zamora
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80 Hours Into Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, I'm Confused But Having Fun

The Switch 2's newest tactical RPG is huge, with a strange but incredibly interesting story.

By Will Greenwald
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Time to Patch: Nintendo Switch Can Be Hacked Using QR Codes

The bug exploits the QR codes displayed on Switch 1's Send to Smartphone screenshot function.

By Michael Kan
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Looking for the Limited-Edition Zelda Switch 2? We’re Tracking the Restocks

The Legend of Zelda has its 40th anniversary this year, and Nintendo is celebrating it in style by releasing a limited-edition console on Oct. 29. We’re keeping tabs on when it's back in stock.

By Kelsey Fogarty
Nintendo Switch 2: The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition

From Metroid to Kirby, Nintendo Switch 2 Makes Its Case to Win You Over, Even Without GTA 6

GTA 6, this year's biggest game, isn’t coming to Switch 2, but the latest Nintendo Direct argues that there's still more than enough titles headed to the system to make it worth your while.

By Jordan Minor
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'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' Remake Looks Like a Beautiful Game I've Already Played

Nintendo finally pulls back the curtain on its hotly anticipated Zelda remake, but a fresh coat of paint doesn’t lessen the sting of a missed opportunity for something greater.

By Jordan Minor
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Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch 1: Should You Upgrade Before the Sept. 1 Price Hike?

The Switch 2 is a fantastic game system that's better than the original Switch in nearly every respect, but it's also a lot more expensive. I tell you if it's worth the upgrade ahead of the $50 price increase.

By Will Greenwald
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Reminder: Nintendo Switch 2 Price Is Going Up By $50 in Just a Few Days

If you wait, though, Nintendo has two new Switch 2 bundles coming this fall.

By James Peckham
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Your Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Is Great for PC Gaming. Here's How to Connect It

Have a Switch Pro Controller and a PC? It's easy to use them together. Here's how to set it up over both wired and wireless connections—and how to get non-Steam games running with just a bit of extra work.

By Will Greenwald
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Super Mario Sunshine Is Coming to Switch 2. It's Time to Embrace This Truly Weird Game

In a world that increasingly favors perfect averages and hyper-smooth edges, Sunshine’s jagged, funky design is a much-needed breath of fresh air.

By Bee Wertheimer
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You Can Now Build Your Own Lego Donkey Kong Arcade Game

For $200, you can build your own 1,367-piece Lego version of the original Donkey Kong arcade game, which was Nintendo's first big hit in the West in the early 1980s.

By Will McCurdy
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Nintendo Rejects Request to Share Tariff Refunds With Consumers

Following a Supreme Court ruling, Nintendo will be refunded the tariffs it paid. However, it argues consumers have 'no legal entitlement' to the money.

By Michael Kan
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The New Star Fox Remake Has Zero New Story, But It's Still a Must-Play Game

Star Fox on the Nintendo Switch 2 is yet another Star Fox 64 remake, but it's the best spin on the classic rail shooter.

By Will Greenwald
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The Best Nintendo Switch Games for 2026

Looking for a great game to play on your Switch or Switch 2? Check out Hades II, Mina the Hollower, Monster Hunter Rise, and the rest of our favorite Nintendo titles.

By Will Greenwald & Jordan Minor
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Star Fox Remake First Look: Why Nintendo's Safe Bet for Switch 2 Is a Winner

Yes, the new Star Fox is yet another Star Fox 64 reimagining, but that means the classic space shooter is now available with gorgeous, 4K graphics. These are my impressions after a recent demo session.

By Will Greenwald
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The Duskbloods Might Be a Masterpiece...If the Online Experience Doesn't Drag It Down

FromSoftware's ambitious new PvPvE Switch 2 vampire game looks stunning—but its history with latency-heavy online play raises real concerns about whether it can deliver a smooth competitive experience.

By Gabriel Zamora
The Duskbloods, From Software's newest title

Save Some Bucks on the Nintendo Switch 2 Before the Price Hike Hits

The hybrid handheld console that stole our hearts last year is on sale right now with this special code, so jump on this deal before the price goes up on us in September!

By Kelsey Fogarty
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