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The next Switch 2 restock kicks off at 7PM ET online at Walmart

theverge.com Sheena Vasani 2025-08-09 23:38:28

Since its launch, the Nintendo Switch 2 has been notoriously difficult to buy, with many retailers selling out of their allotted stock within minutes. Luckily, there’s good news: starting at 7PM Eastern today, Walmart Plus members will be able to purchase Nintendo’s latest handheld console — either the standalone Switch 2 and the Mario Kart World bundle — through its website. The restock is happening just before its Walmart Deals event begins on July 8th, which lasts through July 13th. The stan

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Nintendo wants to keep ‘traditional approach’ to development as costs skyrocket

theverge.com Andrew Webster 2025-08-10 05:56:19

A bigger, more powerful Switch means bigger, more intensive games that take more time and money to make. But as development costs skyrocket across the industry, Nintendo seems to have a plan to keep things in control as it transitions into the Switch 2 era. In response to a question during a recent shareholders meeting about the increased costs of making games for its new console, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa admitted that “recent game software development has become larger in scale and

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Nintendo wants to keep ‘traditional approach’ to development as costs skyrocket

theverge.com Andrew Webster 2025-08-10 15:56:19

A bigger, more powerful Switch means bigger, more intensive games that take more time and money to make. But as development costs skyrocket across the industry, Nintendo seems to have a plan to keep things in control as it transitions into the Switch 2 era. In response to a question during a recent shareholders meeting about the increased costs of making games for its new console, Nintendo president Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa admitted that “recent game software development has become

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We confirmed Nintendo’s Switch 2 TV dock supports VRR — so why doesn’t it work with Switch 2?

theverge.com Sean Hollister 2025-08-13 23:53:49

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. You want your games to play the smoothest they possibly can — but sometimes, screen technology gets in the way. That’s why some of the latest TVs and handhelds feature variable refresh rate (VRR) screens that can compensate when your graphics can’t deliver a consistent 60 or 120 frames per second. The Nintendo Switch 2 has a VRR screen — a

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Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Issues? It Might Just Be Your HDMI Cable

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-15 23:17:37

As the Switch 2 continues to sell in the millions for Nintendo, it shouldn't be a surprise that there'd be some issues with the console. It appears, however, that one problem Switch 2 owners are facing is actually just a matter of using the wrong cable. Reddit users have posted about their Joy-Cons disconnecting when they're playing on their Switch 2 while it's docked, an issue spotted earlier by IGN. It does appear that, luckily, the issue can be resolved by using the included HDMI cable for t

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How Nintendo locked down the Switch 2’s USB-C port and broke third-party docking

theverge.com Sean Hollister 2025-08-16 14:47:45

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. There’s always a reason why universal USB-C ports don’t “just work” like you’d expect. In the early days, it was incompetence or naiveté. Later, manufacturers often cheaped out. But in the case of Nintendo’s Switch 2, it appears to be intentional. With the Nintendo Switch 2, it should be easy to plug your new, more expensive console into v

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Donkey Kong Bananza was made by the team behind Super Mario Odyssey

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-19 14:54:53

The new platformer launching July 17 is the first 3D Donkey Kong game in over 25 years. Nintendo has confirmed that the top-notch development team behind Super Mario Odyssey, one of the best games for the Switch, has also developed Donkey Kong Bananza for the Switch 2, according to reporting by Eurogamer. The highly anticipated platformer starring Nintendo's iconic ape will be the first 3D Donkey Kong game since 1999's Donkey Kong 64. We got a chance to go hands-on with Donkey Kong Bananza ear

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‘Donkey Kong Bananza’ Is the Switch 2 Launch Game You’ve Been Waiting For

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-08-19 17:00:52

Players who bought the Nintendo Switch 2 with the laser focus of playing Nintendo’s exclusive titles may have been disappointed that the sole first-party experience available at launch was Mario Kart World. You won’t have to sit on your hands for much longer—Donkey Kong Bananza, set to release on July 17, might just be the best reason to own a Switch 2 this early in its life cycle. I played around 2.5 hours of the upcoming game starring Nintendo’s raging gorilla, and I couldn’t stop punching at

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I Played Donkey Kong Bananza. It's the Switch 2's Killer Ape

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-19 22:00:03

You fall out of the sky and find yourself on a day-glo series of underground islands. You have to smash your way through them with your gorilla fists to find secret objects and fossils. Occasionally, you can turn into a magic ostrich. Also, a woman named Pauline rides your back and throws words at things. Donkey Kong Bananza, a game that's only available on the Nintendo Switch 2, is the best handheld gaming console's new must-get game. After a few hours of playing it at a Nintendo preview in Ne

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Nintendo is increasing the price of the original Switch in Canada

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-20 23:01:45

Nintendo of Canada has announced that the pricing of the Switch, its accessories, its games and even Amiibo figures, will all be changing in Canada come August. The pricing adjustment is being made "based on market conditions," according to the the announcement. It's not clear how much the price of the Switch family of products will be changing — Nintendo said new prices will be posted on its Canadian website on August 1 — but presumably they'll be going up. The company currently sells the Swit

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How to buy the Switch 2: Nintendo's restock updates from Walmart, Best Buy and more

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-21 03:14:43

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Here are your best options for finding the Switch 2 -- and why you should skip Amazon for now. The Nintendo Switch 2 has been available in the US for more than three weeks — and we finally saw a second wave of availability at retail as June was coming to an end. While it's too early t

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You can't buy a Switch 2 on Amazon, and third-party sellers may be to blame

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-21 15:38:25

It's been getting easier and easier to purchase a Nintendo Switch 2 since launch, but the console is still notably unavailable from Amazon. According to a new report from Bloomberg, Nintendo's frustration with third-party game sales on the platform could be the reason why. "Third-party merchants were offering games for sale in the US at prices that undercut Nintendo’s advertised rates," Bloomberg writes. That proved to be a major problem for Nintendo, especially because Amazon used to sell some

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I can’t believe how far Switch emulation has come in the year since Nintendo killed it

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-22 19:30:37

Nick Fernandez / Android Authority It’s been a few weeks since the Nintendo Switch 2 hit shelves, but if we’re being perfectly honest, there’s not much reason to buy one yet. I’ve been revisiting my OG Switch to stave off the FOMO, but I was sad to learn that my left Joy-Con now drifts so badly that Link runs in circles like he’s drunk in Breath of the Wild. Instead of shelling out $40 for another Joy-Con with a ticking drift timer, I reached for something I hadn’t touched in a while: Switch e

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Best Handheld Gaming Consoles Right Now

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-22 12:00:00

Phones and tablets already do a fine job of playing tons of great games and streaming games from consoles or the cloud. Dedicated devices can provide unique features, exclusive games or extra power to do things your phone can't. The difference between types of game handhelds at the moment can feel vast, but let’s break it down into some clear categories. Handhelds can be full TV-connectable consoles, tinier versions of full PCs, or smaller, purpose-built ways to play retro games, indies, or even

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Switch 2 Is the Best Handheld Console, but I Think You Can Wait on It, Too

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-25 23:00:00

8.5 / 10 SCORE Nintendo Switch 2 $450 at Best Buy Pros Slim design Large 1080p display Notably better graphics Great-feeling magnetic-attaching controllers Cons microSD Express cards are hard to find right now Battery life is worse than Switch's Still needs more unique exclusives Halfway between Newark and San Francisco, I was settled into my economy seat and fully enjoying the first-class gaming ticket that the Nintendo Switch 2 was giving me in-flight. A big 7.9-inch screen, tilted at a

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Switch 2 Review: The Best Handheld Console Is the Future in Familiar Form

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-26 19:00:07

Halfway between Newark and San Francisco, I was settled into my economy seat and fully enjoying the first-class gaming ticket that the Nintendo Switch 2 was giving me in-flight. A big 7.9-inch screen, tilted at a perfect angle as I played Mario Kart World's vast tracks using luxurious new controllers with fantastic vibration. Yep, the Switch 2 is great. Except that the battery was already winding down after just an hour and a half of play. Watch this: Nintendo Switch 2 Two Weeks In: All I've Lo

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The Nintendo Switch 2 webcam compatibility mystery is solved and updates are on the way

theverge.com Sean Hollister 2025-08-27 15:07:32

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. If you plug the world’s best-reviewed webcams into the Nintendo Switch 2 today, they won’t work, while many comparatively ancient webcams do. Why? That’s been a mystery for the nearly three weeks since the handheld launched. Now, two companies say they’ve figured it out and are pledging to update the firmware on their cameras. Here’s a pos

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How to buy the Nintendo Switch 2: Latest stock updates at Walmart, Best Buy and more

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-30 03:16:22

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Here are your best options for finding the Switch 2 -- and why you should skip Amazon for now. The Nintendo Switch 2 has been available in the US for more than two weeks — but good luck finding one. While millions of people have been able to snag the $450 console since it officially w

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Some Asshole Allegedly Steals $10,000 Worth of Switch Games From Local Libraries

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-08-30 07:27:06

Few fans would want to reenact Mario villain antics outside of your local gaming convention, but it seems certain groups aim to acquire Switch-related merchandise by any means necessary. Weeks after an unknown group, individual, or perhaps a certain King Koopa stole a trove of Switch 2 units from the back of a truck, police accused a separate California man of stealing thousands of dollars worth of Switch games from local libraries. It’s clear the $450 Switch 2 is so hot right now that some folk

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Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive Drag x Drive Arriving in August as Digital-Only Budget Game

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-30 04:48:00

The inaugural fully mouse-controlled game for the new Nintendo Switch 2 is set to be released on Aug. 14, and you'll be able to grab it for $20. You won't be able to get a physical copy of Drag x Drive, however, because the game is limited to the Nintendo eShop. The pricing for Drag x Drive reflects the scope of the game, as this is a low-stakes party title spotlighting an underrepresented sport with quick pickup matches. But compared with the pricier Welcome Tour, Drag x Drive seems like a muc

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Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive, Drag x Drive, Releasing in August as Digital-Only Budget Game

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-30 09:48:00

The inaugural fully mouse-controlled game for the new Nintendo Switch 2 is set to be released on Aug. 14, and you'll be able to grab it for $20. You won't be able to get a physical copy of Drag x Drive, however, because the game is limited to the Nintendo eShop. The pricing for Drag x Drive reflects the scope of the game, as this is a low-stakes party title spotlighting an underrepresented sport with quick pickup matches. But compared with the pricier Welcome Tour, Drag x Drive seems like a muc

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Nintendo’s wheelchair basketball game will be out in August

theverge.com Ash Parrish 2025-08-31 07:24:44

is a reporter who covers the business, culture, and communities of video games, with a focus on marginalized gamers and the quirky, horny culture of video game communities. Drag x Drive is the next Switch 2 exclusive to get a release date. Nintendo, via its Nintendo Today news app, announced that the 3 v 3 wheelchair basketball game would be out August 14th. Since the launch of the Switch 2 earlier this month, most of the new console’s catalogue has been third party releases like Deltarune and

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Nintendo’s GameCube controller for the Switch 2 is available once again

theverge.com Brandon Russell 2025-09-01 07:51:31

If you missed the chance to pick up Nintendo’s new GameCube Controller for the Switch 2, your time has come. It’s back in stock for $64.99 at the My Nintendo Store. To add one to your collection, you’ll need to have a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, which starts at $19.99 a year for individuals. Once signed up, you can place an order by signing into your Nintendo Account and adding the gamepad to your cart, though you’re still limited to one controller per account. Nintendo GameCube Contro

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Mario Kart 64 races onto PC with unofficial port, no emulation necessary

techspot.com Alfonso Maruccia 2025-09-01 11:47:00

The big picture: Emulating the Nintendo 64 has always been a contentious topic. The release of UltraHLE was a landmark moment, offering a way to run commercial N64 games at playable frame rates on Windows 9x when the console was barely three years old. Today, the situation has improved dramatically, with more accurate emulation options and alternative ways to faithfully recreate Nintendo's gameplay magic on the PC. The Harbour Masters collective has once again achieved the impossible. The team

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Before becoming the iconic star of Super Mario Bros., what was Mario originally named?

techspot.com Unknown 2025-09-01 23:03:00

Choose wisely! The correct answer, the explanation, and an intriguing story await. Correct Answer: Jumpman Mario was created by Shigeru Miyamoto in the early 1980s while he was developing Donkey Kong, Nintendo's breakout arcade hit. Interestingly, Donkey Kong was originally conceived as a game based on the Popeye comic strip, with Popeye, Olive Oyl, and Bluto filling the roles. When Nintendo couldn't secure the rights in time, Miyamoto pivoted and created new characters, giving birth to what w

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is available online at Best Buy (update: sold out)

theverge.com Brandt Ranj 2025-09-01 21:01:39

The Nintendo Switch 2 has been difficult to find in stock since its June 5th launch, though restocks are beginning to ramp up. If you’re looking for one, head over to Best Buy’s site or use the app. Those who have a free account can get the standalone system ($449.99) and a console bundle ($499.99) that includes Mario Kart World available. The latest Mario Kart costs $79.99 on its own, so picking up a system with the game included will end up saving you $30 compared to buying them separately. T

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Nintendo’s Switch 2 is available online at Best Buy

theverge.com Brandt Ranj 2025-09-02 07:01:39

The Nintendo Switch 2 has been difficult to find in stock since its June 5th launch, though restocks are beginning to ramp up. If you’re looking for one, head over to Best Buy’s site or use the app. Those who have a free account can get the standalone system ($449.99) and a console bundle ($499.99) that includes Mario Kart World available. The latest Mario Kart costs $79.99 on its own, so picking up a system with the game included will end up saving you $30 compared to buying them separately. T

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is an awesome upgrade for parents like me

theverge.com Sean Hollister 2025-09-01 10:00:00

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. I wouldn’t have preordered a Nintendo Switch 2 just for myself. The price is high, there’s no new Smash Bros. or Metroid Prime (yet), and I’ve got a perfectly good original Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck that keep me plenty busy. At first, I could only justify the $450 because I write about gaming tech for The Verge. But two weeks in, I ca

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How to buy the Nintendo Switch 2: Latest stock updates at Target, Best Buy, Walmart and more

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-03 03:17:16

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Here are your best options for finding the Switch 2 -- and why you should skip Amazon for now. The Nintendo Switch 2 has been available in the US for more than two weeks — but good luck finding one. While millions of people have been able to snag the $450 console since it officially w

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Engadget review recap: Switch 2, Playdate games and a Framework laptop

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-02 21:00:56

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . The Nintendo Switch 2 has been all the rage around the Engadget HQ for the last few weeks. Even the editors who didn't write the official review have had their hands glued to their new toys. Of course, we've been testing other things too, mainly a repairable laptop that's design for st

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The next Switch 2 restock kicks off at 7PM ET online at Walmart

Nintendo wants to keep ‘traditional approach’ to development as costs skyrocket

Nintendo wants to keep ‘traditional approach’ to development as costs skyrocket

We confirmed Nintendo’s Switch 2 TV dock supports VRR — so why doesn’t it work with Switch 2?

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Issues? It Might Just Be Your HDMI Cable

How Nintendo locked down the Switch 2’s USB-C port and broke third-party docking

Donkey Kong Bananza was made by the team behind Super Mario Odyssey

‘Donkey Kong Bananza’ Is the Switch 2 Launch Game You’ve Been Waiting For

I Played Donkey Kong Bananza. It's the Switch 2's Killer Ape

Nintendo is increasing the price of the original Switch in Canada

How to buy the Switch 2: Nintendo's restock updates from Walmart, Best Buy and more

You can't buy a Switch 2 on Amazon, and third-party sellers may be to blame

I can’t believe how far Switch emulation has come in the year since Nintendo killed it

Best Handheld Gaming Consoles Right Now

Switch 2 Is the Best Handheld Console, but I Think You Can Wait on It, Too

Switch 2 Review: The Best Handheld Console Is the Future in Familiar Form

The Nintendo Switch 2 webcam compatibility mystery is solved and updates are on the way

How to buy the Nintendo Switch 2: Latest stock updates at Walmart, Best Buy and more

Some Asshole Allegedly Steals $10,000 Worth of Switch Games From Local Libraries

Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive Drag x Drive Arriving in August as Digital-Only Budget Game

Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive, Drag x Drive, Releasing in August as Digital-Only Budget Game

Nintendo’s wheelchair basketball game will be out in August

Nintendo’s GameCube controller for the Switch 2 is available once again

Mario Kart 64 races onto PC with unofficial port, no emulation necessary

Before becoming the iconic star of Super Mario Bros., what was Mario originally named?

The Nintendo Switch 2 is available online at Best Buy (update: sold out)

Nintendo’s Switch 2 is available online at Best Buy

The Nintendo Switch 2 is an awesome upgrade for parents like me

How to buy the Nintendo Switch 2: Latest stock updates at Target, Best Buy, Walmart and more

Engadget review recap: Switch 2, Playdate games and a Framework laptop

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