Congratulations! You’re now the proud owner of a Nintendo Switch 2! I know you’re excited to play new games like Mario Kart World and GameCube classics like The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker. Before ...

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One of the first things you're asked to do while setting up the Nintendo Switch 2 is whether you want to transfer your Nintendo Account to the Switch 2. The console includes a handy walkthrough for ...

Once you’re on your way to getting a Switch 2, there’s a couple of things you should check out first when getting your new console - which include some housekeeping items to keep in mind, and a few ...

Nintendo has been part of the gaming world since 1985 with the NES, and they’re still going strong today. Their latest console, the Nintendo Switch 2, launched in 2025 and came packed with cool new ...

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2: For news and updates on all things Nintendo, you can also check out the free Nintendo Today! smart-device app. Whether it’s news about games, ...

So, you’ve braved the pre-order sites, or maybe you’ve just gotten lucky while waiting in line—either way, you’ve got yourself a Nintendo Switch 2. Congratulations! But before you start gaming, there ...