Nintendo Switch

Do what you never thought possible with Nintendo Switch. Go from single- and multi-player thrills at home, to playing the same title wherever and whenever you want. Simply attach the Joy-Con controllers to the bright, hi-def display and you're all set. Or detach the controllers and give one to a friend for some on-the-go, local multiplayer action.

IGN REVIEW

"Nintendo’s Switch console proves that innovation is the key to gaming success, and there are so many fantastic games to play"

- Expertreviews

"The hardware has a lot of potential and marks a strong return to form for Nintendo." - Gamespot

"The only place to play Nintendo games..."

- TechRadar

"The Switch is a jack of many trades, but a master of none." -IGN

"Come for Zelda, then wait for more games" - Cnet

PROS

Incredibly easy to use
Unique hybrid design
Two controllers included
Bright, crisp, colorful screen
Excellent exclusives
Gaming wherever you want

CONS

Online functionality a step behind
Far too many parts and accessories
Accessories are very expensive
Games cost more than on other platforms
Third-party support lacking
Charging controllers can be fiddly

Notable Games for Nintendo Switch

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Technical Specs

Size - Approximately 4 inches high, 9.4 inches long, and 0.55 inches deep (with Joy-Con attached)

*The depth from the tip of the analog sticks to the tip of the ZL/ZR buttons is 1.12 inches Weight - Approximately .66 lbs (Approximately .88 lbs when Joy-Con controllers are attached)

Screen - Multi-touch capacitive touch screen / 6.2-inch LCD Screen / 1280 x 720

CPU/GPU - NVIDIA Custom Tegra processor

Storage - 32 GB of internal storage, a portion of which is reserved for use by the system. Users can easily expand storage space using microSDHC or microSDXC cards up to 2TB (sold separately).

Networking - Nintendo Switch can be connected to the Internet via a wireless (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) and Bluetooth 4.1 (In TV mode, Nintendo Switch can be connected by using a wired LAN adapter - sold separately)

Video output - Up to 1080p via HDMI in TV mode Up to 720p via built-in screen in tabletop mode and handheld mode

Audio output - Compatible with 5.1ch Linear PCM output Output via HDMI connector in TV mode

Speakers - Stereo

Buttons - Power button / Volume button

Headphone/mic jack - 3.5mm audio jack

Game card slot - Nintendo Switch game cards

microSD card slot - Compatible with microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC memory cards *Once the microSDXC card is inserted, a system update will be necessary. An Internet connection is required to perform this system update.

Sensor - Accelerometer, gyroscope, and brightness sensor

Operating environment - 41-95 degrees F / 20-80% humidity

Internal battery - Lithium-ion battery/4310mAh

Battery life - Approximately 2.5 - 6.5 hours *The battery life will depend on the games you play. For instance, the battery will last approximately 3 hours for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

Charging time - Approximately 3 hours *When charging while the hardware is in sleep mode

Accessories

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Joy-Con, controllers 

Introducing Joy-Con, controllers that make new kinds of gaming possible, for use with Nintendo Switch.

The Pro Controller

Take your game sessions up a notch with the Pro Controller. Includes motion controls, HD rumble, built-in amiibo functionality.

Nintendo Switch Dock Set

With the Nintendo Switch™ Dock set, you can easily play the Nintendo Switch console in another room with a TV.

Orzly Docking Station

This Quad Dock is designed to be both a storage stand and is also a fully functioning charging dock. Capable of Charging a Pro Contoller and 2 Joy-Cons simultaneously.