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Nintendo Switch 2 could be backwards compatible — here’s what we know
By Rory Mellon published
During a recent investor call, Nintendo confirmed it plans to make the transition to the Switch 2 as "smooth" as possible — this could mean backwards compatibility features are included.
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Ubisoft may have just hinted that the Nintendo Switch 2 is real
By Rory Mellon published
While discussing the soft sales of the Mario + Rabbids sequel, Ubisoft's CEO may have just hinted that the Nintendo Switch 2 is on its way.
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Nintendo Direct June 21st is sparking rumors of Nintendo Switch 2
By Alyse Stanley published
The third Nintendo Direct of the year will focus on 2023 releases, but that hasn't stopped speculation about a Switch 2 announcement.
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You owe it to yourself to play Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Switch OLED — trust me
By Dave Meikleham published
I was struggling to connect with Link’s latest in Docked mode. Thankfully, the upgraded handheld’s amazing little screen made the elfen hero’s quest come alive for me.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 needs backwards compatibility but not in the way you think
By Anthony Spadafora published
Besides being able to play my existing Switch games, I also want to use all the controllers I already own with the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom finally made me ditch Joy Cons
By Tom Pritchard published
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom made me realize the Joy-Cons are past their expiry date, so I swapped them out for an Xbox controller.
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Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom wants you to break things — and that’s why it works
By Rory Mellon published
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom isn't afraid to let players off the leash — and that's why it's quickly become a personal favorite.
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How to unfuse weapons in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
By Alyse Stanley published
To remove a fused item from your weapon without destroying it, head to Tarrey Town.
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