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Every new Switch 2 comes with a dock and everything you need to play on a TV. You do not need to buy anything else to get started.

The Switch 2 uses a new storage standard called microSD Express. It is the only card type that lets you store and play games on the console.

Connect the authentic Switch 2 AC adapter and an Ultra High Speed HDMI cable. Connect the other ends to a wall socket and your TV.

Transfer your data using the System Transfer feature. For this to work, your Switch 2 needs to be factory reset (if it is already configured). 

The Switch 2 has no widespread or systemic overheating defect. It comes with an active cooling fan and air vents. Overall, it runs cooler than you might expect for its power. But it can still get very hot, and even...

Nintendo confirmed that nearly all Switch 1 controllers work with the Switch 2. This includes the Joy-Con, the Pro Controller, and the retro pads from Nintendo Switch Online. But there are a few catches worth knowing, most of which connect...

Thinking about buying a Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026? You may be asking one simple question. Is it actually worth the money? It is a fair thing to wonder. The console is not cheap, and the original Switch still works...

Upgrading to a Nintendo Switch 2? You likely have a big question first. Can you still play your old Switch 1 games on it? The short answer is yes. The Switch 2 plays nearly all of your original Switch library....

As of 2026, the Nintendo Switch 2 has a U.S. MSRP of $449.99. That is the standalone console price. But it will increase to $499.99 globally on September 1, due to rising manufacturing and hardware costs. That window matters. Buying...