nintendo switch 2 – eTeknix https://www.eteknix.com The Best Technology & Gaming News and Reviews! Tue, 03 Jun 2025 23:18:12 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 NVIDIA CEO Praises Nintendo Switch 2’s Graphics: “The Most Advanced Graphics Ever in a Mobile Device” https://www.eteknix.com/nvidia-ceo-praises-nintendo-switch-2s-graphics-the-most-advanced-graphics-ever-in-a-mobile-device/ https://www.eteknix.com/nvidia-ceo-praises-nintendo-switch-2s-graphics-the-most-advanced-graphics-ever-in-a-mobile-device/#respond Tue, 03 Jun 2025 23:18:11 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=614737 Nintendo has released a new episode of its “Creator’s Voice” series, where top developers and industry professionals discuss the Nintendo Switch 2, revealing details about the new console and its upcoming games. In today’s episode, the spotlight is on Jensen Huang, the CEO of NVIDIA. In the video, he talks about the custom SoC (System on a Chip) designed by NVIDIA, which is at the heart of…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nvidia-ceo-praises-nintendo-switch-2s-graphics-the-most-advanced-graphics-ever-in-a-mobile-device/feed/ 0 Nintendo Already Sending “Out of Stock” Signs to Stores in the U.S. for Switch 2 https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-already-sending-out-of-stock-signs-to-stores-in-the-u-s-for-switch-2/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-already-sending-out-of-stock-signs-to-stores-in-the-u-s-for-switch-2/#respond Tue, 03 Jun 2025 22:58:25 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=614731 The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is almost here, and it’s already creating a lot of buzz. The console is set to release on June 5, 2025, but it seems it’s already sold out in many stores. This suggests that pre-orders have gone very well, and many people are eager to get their hands on the new device. Now, according to a user on Reddit, it looks like Nintendo could be sending out big…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-already-sending-out-of-stock-signs-to-stores-in-the-u-s-for-switch-2/feed/ 0 Nintendo Doesn’t Consider Mario Kart World an Open World https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-doesnt-consider-mario-kart-world-an-open-world/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-doesnt-consider-mario-kart-world-an-open-world/#respond Tue, 03 Jun 2025 22:47:31 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=614725 It seems that Nintendo doesn’t see Mario Kart World as an open-world game. This was explained by Kosuke Yabuki, the long-time producer of the Mario Kart series, just a few days before the game’s release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Yabuki stated, “We actually don’t use the phrase ‘open world’ in development. I think for us it’s just a little bit too ambiguously defined. Even though we are…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-doesnt-consider-mario-kart-world-an-open-world/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 to Support Regular USB Mice With Select Games https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-support-regular-usb-mice-with-select-games/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-support-regular-usb-mice-with-select-games/#respond Sat, 24 May 2025 09:41:26 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=613870 The new Nintendo Switch 2 will support regular USB mice for certain games. This information was shared by Michi Ryu, the producer of Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition, during a live stream by Koei Tecmo where they discussed the game’s features. This is an added option to the much-talked-about mouse mode of Joy-Con 2. Anyone who owns a USB mouse can simply plug it into the new…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-support-regular-usb-mice-with-select-games/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Partners with Samsung for Chip Production, OLED Model Possible https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-partners-with-samsung-for-chip-production-oled-model-possible/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-partners-with-samsung-for-chip-production-oled-model-possible/#respond Tue, 20 May 2025 13:00:55 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=612925 According to reports from Bloomberg, Nintendo has reached out to Samsung to help with the production of chips for the Switch 2. This partnership may also lead to a future OLED model of the console, with screens produced by Samsung. Nintendo’s goal is to sell more than 20 million Switch 2 units by March 2026. However, there may be challenges in production that could impact supply management…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-partners-with-samsung-for-chip-production-oled-model-possible/feed/ 0 Cyberpunk 2077 for Nintendo Switch 2 Shows Off in a Nearly 40-Minute Video https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-for-nintendo-switch-2-shows-off-in-a-nearly-40-minute-video/ https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-for-nintendo-switch-2-shows-off-in-a-nearly-40-minute-video/#respond Mon, 19 May 2025 12:51:43 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=612476 A nearly 40-minute video has been uploaded on YouTube, giving fans a look at the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Cyberpunk 2077. While we don’t know if the video will be taken down soon, it provides a sneak peek at how the game runs on Nintendo’s new portable console. As reported by VGC, the video is a mix of B-roll clips provided by the Polish developer CD Projekt. These clips are usually meant…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-for-nintendo-switch-2-shows-off-in-a-nearly-40-minute-video/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 to Feature Battery Life Extension for the First Time https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-feature-battery-life-extension-for-the-first-time/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-feature-battery-life-extension-for-the-first-time/#respond Wed, 14 May 2025 07:08:55 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611909 Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 will introduce a new feature aimed at extending the life of its battery. This function has been available in various devices for some time, including iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and certain laptops. The feature is designed to help prevent battery degradation over time. On the main menu of the Switch 2, users will find a new option in the system…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-feature-battery-life-extension-for-the-first-time/feed/ 0 Nintendo Spends Record Amount on Research and Development https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-spends-record-amount-on-research-and-development/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-spends-record-amount-on-research-and-development/#respond Sat, 10 May 2025 22:48:21 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611642 According to Nintendo’s latest financial report, the company has never spent so much on research and development. In the fiscal year that ended on March 31, the Japanese company invested a total of 143.79 billion yen. This is likely due to the development of the Nintendo Switch 2, as well as new games and the company’s overall growth. As a result, Nintendo needed to hire more employees…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-spends-record-amount-on-research-and-development/feed/ 0 Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza Would Not Have Been Possible on the Original Switch, Says Nintendo https://www.eteknix.com/mario-kart-world-and-donkey-kong-bananza-would-not-have-been-possible-on-the-original-switch-says-nintendo/ https://www.eteknix.com/mario-kart-world-and-donkey-kong-bananza-would-not-have-been-possible-on-the-original-switch-says-nintendo/#respond Sat, 10 May 2025 17:26:44 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611638 Nintendo has recently shared details about their upcoming console, the Nintendo Switch 2. The new console promises to build on the legacy of the first Switch, adding new features such as mouse mode and GameChat. However, one of the main improvements that developers were asking for was better technical performance. Shuntaru Furukawa, the president of Nintendo, spoke about this in a recent Q&

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/mario-kart-world-and-donkey-kong-bananza-would-not-have-been-possible-on-the-original-switch-says-nintendo/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Will Feature Unseen Third-Party Support, Analyst Says https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-will-feature-unseen-third-party-support-analyst-says/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-will-feature-unseen-third-party-support-analyst-says/#respond Fri, 09 May 2025 11:23:56 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611455 The well-known analyst Mat Piscatella has stated that the Nintendo Switch 2 will offer third-party support like never before. During an interview with GamesRadar, he highlighted the number of announcements made during the console’s presentation, suggesting that things will be very different this time. Historically, Nintendo consoles have been bought mainly to play Nintendo games…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-will-feature-unseen-third-party-support-analyst-says/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Price May Increase Due to Trump’s Tariffs, CEO Explains https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-price-may-increase-due-to-trumps-tariffs-ceo-explains/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-price-may-increase-due-to-trumps-tariffs-ceo-explains/#respond Thu, 08 May 2025 22:44:44 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611391 The price of the Nintendo Switch 2 may not be set in stone, at least according to Shuntaro Furukawa, the President of Nintendo. He explained that the company is working hard to avoid unwanted price increases caused by the tariffs imposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump. This situation is a common issue for all companies that export products to the United States and have been affected by the…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-price-may-increase-due-to-trumps-tariffs-ceo-explains/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 to Record GameChat Sessions for Safety Reasons https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-record-gamechat-sessions-for-safety-reasons/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-record-gamechat-sessions-for-safety-reasons/#respond Wed, 07 May 2025 18:25:22 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611267 One of the new features in Nintendo Switch 2 compared to the current generation is the GameChat function. This is essentially a voice chat system that also supports video if you have a camera. We have a pretty good idea of how it works, especially with the new C button. However, there is now an additional detail: GameChat sessions can be monitored and recorded for security purposes.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-to-record-gamechat-sessions-for-safety-reasons/feed/ 0 Nightdive Studios CEO Calls Nintendo Switch 2’s Game Key Cards ‘Disheartening’ for Game Preservation https://www.eteknix.com/nightdive-studios-ceo-calls-nintendo-switch-2s-game-key-cards-disheartening-for-game-preservation/ https://www.eteknix.com/nightdive-studios-ceo-calls-nintendo-switch-2s-game-key-cards-disheartening-for-game-preservation/#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 21:52:11 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611119 Stephen Kick, the CEO of Nightdive Studios, a team known for its expertise in revamping and adapting old games, has shared his thoughts on Nintendo’s new game cards for the Switch 2. As a leading figure in game preservation, Kick found the new “game key cards” introduced by Nintendo to be disappointing. In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, Kick described the idea as “disheartening.”…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nightdive-studios-ceo-calls-nintendo-switch-2s-game-key-cards-disheartening-for-game-preservation/feed/ 0 Shuhei Yoshida Explains Why the Price Increase for Nintendo Switch 2 Games Was Inevitable https://www.eteknix.com/shuhei-yoshida-explains-why-the-price-increase-for-nintendo-switch-2-games-was-inevitable/ https://www.eteknix.com/shuhei-yoshida-explains-why-the-price-increase-for-nintendo-switch-2-games-was-inevitable/#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 21:39:12 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611115 Shuhei Yoshida, a veteran in the gaming industry and former head of Sony’s Worldwide Studios, shared his thoughts on the increase in video game prices. He believes that, with the release of Nintendo Switch 2, the price of games will reach as high as $80 for the first time. As many might already know, with the Switch 2’s release, there will be a general price increase compared to the first…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/shuhei-yoshida-explains-why-the-price-increase-for-nintendo-switch-2-games-was-inevitable/feed/ 0 Ubisoft May Have Leaked Two More Big Games Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 https://www.eteknix.com/ubisoft-may-have-leaked-two-more-big-games-coming-to-nintendo-switch-2/ https://www.eteknix.com/ubisoft-may-have-leaked-two-more-big-games-coming-to-nintendo-switch-2/#respond Sat, 03 May 2025 16:14:35 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=611083 Ubisoft has already shown great support for the launch of Nintendo Switch 2 with announcements of some of its recent games coming to the new console. Now, it looks like the company may have accidentally leaked the arrival of two more big games for the platform, though the details are still unclear. Through its social media accounts, it seems Ubisoft Brazil has hinted at the arrival…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/ubisoft-may-have-leaked-two-more-big-games-coming-to-nintendo-switch-2/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Controllers Are Quieter with Reduced Vibration https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-controllers-are-quieter-with-reduced-vibration/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-controllers-are-quieter-with-reduced-vibration/#respond Thu, 01 May 2025 12:51:24 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610823 Since the introduction of Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this month, many details about the console, its accessories, and the games that will launch with it have been revealed. One interesting detail that hasn’t been talked about much is about the Joy-Con 2 controllers. According to information from the official website, the vibration strength of the controllers has been reduced on Nintendo Switch…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-controllers-are-quieter-with-reduced-vibration/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch Gets Firmware Update 20.0.0: New Features for Switch 2 https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-gets-firmware-update-20-0-0-new-features-for-switch-2/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-gets-firmware-update-20-0-0-new-features-for-switch-2/#respond Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:25:37 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610761 Nintendo Switch has received a firmware update today, version 20.0.0. This update brings several new features to the system and prepares the console for the upcoming launch of Switch 2. Some of the changes are directly related to the new machine that will soon hit the market. You can find full details about how to perform the update and its contents on Nintendo’s official website.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-gets-firmware-update-20-0-0-new-features-for-switch-2/feed/ 0 Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch 2 Will Be Better Than PS4 and Xbox One Versions https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-on-switch-2-will-be-better-than-ps4-and-xbox-one-versions/ https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-on-switch-2-will-be-better-than-ps4-and-xbox-one-versions/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:01:15 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610531 On June 5, Nintendo will release its highly anticipated new console, the Switch 2. One of its launch games will be Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, the popular action RPG by CD Projekt. Originally released in 2020, this new version will include the original game and the praised Phantom Liberty expansion. Now, new details about this version have emerged. CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-on-switch-2-will-be-better-than-ps4-and-xbox-one-versions/feed/ 0 Speedrunner Completes Zelda: Breath of the Wild for Nintendo Switch 2 in Just Seven Minutes https://www.eteknix.com/speedrunner-completes-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-for-nintendo-switch-2-in-just-seven-minutes/ https://www.eteknix.com/speedrunner-completes-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-for-nintendo-switch-2-in-just-seven-minutes/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 13:38:57 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610525 At a recent Nintendo event in Tokyo, a speedrunner completed The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for Nintendo Switch 2 in just seven minutes. However, this wasn’t the full game. Attendees were allowed to choose from several saved game files for their demo. Ikaboze, the content creator who completed the game, selected a save placed just before the final battle with Ganon.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/speedrunner-completes-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-for-nintendo-switch-2-in-just-seven-minutes/feed/ 0 Only 3% of Japanese Want Nintendo Switch 2 Without Regional Lock, Survey Finds https://www.eteknix.com/only-3-of-japanese-want-nintendo-switch-2-without-regional-lock-survey-finds/ https://www.eteknix.com/only-3-of-japanese-want-nintendo-switch-2-without-regional-lock-survey-finds/#respond Sun, 27 Apr 2025 09:38:40 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610452 A recent survey conducted in Japan about those planning to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 at launch reveals that only 3% of the people surveyed prefer the version without regional lock. This version would allow users to play games from outside Japan, while the region-locked model restricts them to games sold in Japan only. The main reason for this preference is simple: the region-locked version is…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/only-3-of-japanese-want-nintendo-switch-2-without-regional-lock-survey-finds/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Game Sizes Revealed: Cyberpunk 2077, Fortnite, Mario Kart, and More https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-game-sizes-revealed-cyberpunk-2077-fortnite-mario-kart-and-more/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-game-sizes-revealed-cyberpunk-2077-fortnite-mario-kart-and-more/#respond Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:46:07 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610279 As we get closer to the release of Nintendo Switch 2, new details about the console and its launch lineup are being revealed. One of the latest discoveries comes from the eShop, where the sizes of several third-party games, including Cyberpunk 2077, Fortnite, and Split Fiction, as well as upgrade packs for Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-game-sizes-revealed-cyberpunk-2077-fortnite-mario-kart-and-more/feed/ 0 Hogwarts Legacy for Nintendo Switch 2 Will Use Next-Generation Assets https://www.eteknix.com/hogwarts-legacy-for-nintendo-switch-2-will-use-next-generation-assets/ https://www.eteknix.com/hogwarts-legacy-for-nintendo-switch-2-will-use-next-generation-assets/#respond Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:18:25 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610007 The developers at Avalanche Software have announced that Hogwarts Legacy for Nintendo Switch 2 will use next-generation assets, the same ones seen on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. This means it won’t be just a simple conversion from the Nintendo Switch version. Instead, it will offer a renewed technical experience, in line with the features available on the latest generation platforms.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/hogwarts-legacy-for-nintendo-switch-2-will-use-next-generation-assets/feed/ 0 Street Fighter 6 on Switch 2 Appears to Be Using NVIDIA DLSS With Remarkable Graphics Quality https://www.eteknix.com/street-fighter-6-on-switch-2-appears-to-be-using-nvidia-dlss-with-remarkable-graphics-quality/ https://www.eteknix.com/street-fighter-6-on-switch-2-appears-to-be-using-nvidia-dlss-with-remarkable-graphics-quality/#respond Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:11:29 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=610003 The discussion around whether the new Nintendo Switch 2 will feature NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) in its games is evolving quickly. Recently, it has been revealed that Street Fighter 6 may use this technology on the new console, and it looks like it brings impressive graphical quality. This information comes from Digital Foundry, a site known for its detailed technical analysis.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/street-fighter-6-on-switch-2-appears-to-be-using-nvidia-dlss-with-remarkable-graphics-quality/feed/ 0 Cyberpunk 2077 on Nintendo Switch 2 to Feature DLSS Support and Multiple Graphics Modes https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-on-nintendo-switch-2-to-feature-dlss-support-and-multiple-graphics-modes/ https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-on-nintendo-switch-2-to-feature-dlss-support-and-multiple-graphics-modes/#respond Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:25:42 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=609876 CD Projekt RED has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Cyberpunk 2077 will use DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) for all four of its graphical modes (two for handheld mode and two when docked). This makes Cyberpunk 2077 the first game officially confirmed to use NVIDIA’s AI-based upscaling technology. A spokesperson from CD Projekt RED stated, “We’re using a version of DLSS…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/cyberpunk-2077-on-nintendo-switch-2-to-feature-dlss-support-and-multiple-graphics-modes/feed/ 0 Metroid Prime 5 Rumored to be in Development for Nintendo Switch 2, Even Before Metroid Prime 4’s Release https://www.eteknix.com/metroid-prime-5-rumored-to-be-in-development-for-nintendo-switch-2-even-before-metroid-prime-4s-release/ https://www.eteknix.com/metroid-prime-5-rumored-to-be-in-development-for-nintendo-switch-2-even-before-metroid-prime-4s-release/#respond Sat, 19 Apr 2025 08:38:22 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=609806 Even though Metroid Prime 4 has yet to be released, rumors about Metroid Prime 5 are already circulating. According to these rumors, Metroid Prime 5 is said to have been in development for a while, with its development running alongside that of Metroid Prime 4. The game is reportedly designed specifically for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The information comes from a well-known leaker…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/metroid-prime-5-rumored-to-be-in-development-for-nintendo-switch-2-even-before-metroid-prime-4s-release/feed/ 0 No Price Increases for Nintendo Switch 2 and Games in the USA, But Some Accessories Will Get More Expensive https://www.eteknix.com/no-price-increases-for-nintendo-switch-2-and-games-in-the-usa-but-some-accessories-will-get-more-expensive/ https://www.eteknix.com/no-price-increases-for-nintendo-switch-2-and-games-in-the-usa-but-some-accessories-will-get-more-expensive/#respond Sat, 19 Apr 2025 08:32:52 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=609803 Nintendo has announced that preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will start on April 24 in the United States. The company also confirmed that the prices of the console and games will remain the same as initially announced, despite the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump. However, some accessories will see a price increase. As you may know, Nintendo was forced to delay the preorder dates for the…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/no-price-increases-for-nintendo-switch-2-and-games-in-the-usa-but-some-accessories-will-get-more-expensive/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Demand in Japan Sparks Nationwide Shortage of MicroSD Express Cards https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-demand-in-japan-sparks-nationwide-shortage-of-microsd-express-cards/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-demand-in-japan-sparks-nationwide-shortage-of-microsd-express-cards/#respond Fri, 11 Apr 2025 05:02:41 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=609151 The Nintendo Switch 2 is one of the most highly anticipated products in Japan. While there’s no official data yet on pre-orders for the console or its games, one thing is clear: a huge number of people are planning to buy it right away. This excitement is partly driven by the lower price of the Switch 2 in Japan compared to the rest of the world. One clear sign of this hype is that MicroSD…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-demand-in-japan-sparks-nationwide-shortage-of-microsd-express-cards/feed/ 0 Nintendo Is Stocking Up Switch 2 Units in the U.S. Despite Trump Tariff Concerns https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-is-stocking-up-switch-2-units-in-the-u-s-despite-trump-tariff-concerns/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-is-stocking-up-switch-2-units-in-the-u-s-despite-trump-tariff-concerns/#respond Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:56:10 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=609148 Even though there’s a 90-day pause on new tariffs by Donald Trump, which was decided after market drops and pressure from big U.S. companies, Nintendo isn’t taking any chances. According to Bloomberg, the company has already shipped over 750,000 units of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 from Vietnam to the United States. One-third of all Switch 2 consoles are made in Vietnam, making it a key…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-is-stocking-up-switch-2-units-in-the-u-s-despite-trump-tariff-concerns/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Power Compared to PS4 and Steam Deck: Early Insights Revealed https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-power-compared-to-ps4-and-steam-deck-early-insights-revealed/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-power-compared-to-ps4-and-steam-deck-early-insights-revealed/#respond Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:36:28 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608976 Last week, Nintendo finally introduced the Nintendo Switch 2, announcing its release date, price, launch games, and upcoming titles. However, there are still no specific details about the console’s hardware to give a clear picture of its performance. Digital Foundry, known for their tech analysis, made an estimate based on the games shown so far. They stated that the Switch 2’s…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-power-compared-to-ps4-and-steam-deck-early-insights-revealed/feed/ 0 Nintendo is Working with Third-Party Teams to Ensure Nintendo Switch 2 Backward Compatibility https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-is-working-with-third-party-teams-to-ensure-nintendo-switch-2-backward-compatibility/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-is-working-with-third-party-teams-to-ensure-nintendo-switch-2-backward-compatibility/#respond Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:38:34 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608937 The backward compatibility of Nintendo Switch 2 seems to be a key feature of the new console. However, ensuring this is not a simple task, which is why Nintendo has been working hard on this aspect. In fact, the company is also collaborating with third-party teams to ensure the proper functioning of backward compatibility. As explained by those responsible for the console…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-is-working-with-third-party-teams-to-ensure-nintendo-switch-2-backward-compatibility/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2’s C Button Will Require an Online Subscription After Free Trial, Nintendo Clarifies https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2s-c-button-will-require-an-online-subscription-after-free-trial-nintendo-clarifies/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2s-c-button-will-require-an-online-subscription-after-free-trial-nintendo-clarifies/#respond Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:32:25 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608934 Nintendo has clarified that after the first free trial period, the C Button and its related features will require a subscription to Nintendo Switch Online. As we’ve seen, the new features brought by Nintendo Switch 2 to Nintendo Switch Online include many things, especially the introduction of GameChat. GameChat is a system for voice and video communication activated through the new C Button…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2s-c-button-will-require-an-online-subscription-after-free-trial-nintendo-clarifies/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch Games Could Run Better on Nintendo Switch 2 Even Without Updates https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-games-could-run-better-on-nintendo-switch-2-even-without-updates/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-games-could-run-better-on-nintendo-switch-2-even-without-updates/#respond Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:00:28 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608804 As many of you may know, some Nintendo Switch games will have a special Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. This means that they will receive an update to take advantage of the extra power of the new console. This update may include improvements like better graphics, new content, smoother gameplay, and higher resolution. However, some games might actually perform better on the new console even without any…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-games-could-run-better-on-nintendo-switch-2-even-without-updates/feed/ 0 Trump’s Tariffs Will Affect More Than Just Nintendo Switch 2, ESA Says https://www.eteknix.com/trumps-tariffs-will-affect-more-than-just-nintendo-switch-2-esa-says/ https://www.eteknix.com/trumps-tariffs-will-affect-more-than-just-nintendo-switch-2-esa-says/#respond Sat, 05 Apr 2025 13:50:51 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608579 The recent tariffs announced by President Trump won’t just affect the Nintendo Switch 2. They are expected to have a serious impact on the entire video game market. The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) expressed great concern about this situation. According to ESA’s spokesperson (thanks IGN), Aubrey Quinn, “We really are, at this point, just watching and trying not to have knee-jerk…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/trumps-tariffs-will-affect-more-than-just-nintendo-switch-2-esa-says/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Appears to Be Sold Out at Many UK Retailers Shortly After Pre-Orders Open https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-appears-to-be-sold-out-at-many-uk-retailers-shortly-after-pre-orders-open/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-appears-to-be-sold-out-at-many-uk-retailers-shortly-after-pre-orders-open/#respond Sat, 05 Apr 2025 13:42:59 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608576 The Nintendo Switch 2 seems to be doing very well in the market, which was expected due to the high demand. It has already become sold out at many retailers in the UK just after the pre-orders opened. This could be a temporary stock shortage while waiting for more units to arrive, as often happens with new product launches. However, several sources, including journalist Christopher Dring…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-appears-to-be-sold-out-at-many-uk-retailers-shortly-after-pre-orders-open/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Ditches OLED for LCD ‘After a Lot of Consideration’ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-ditches-oled-for-lcd-after-a-lot-of-consideration/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-ditches-oled-for-lcd-after-a-lot-of-consideration/#respond Fri, 04 Apr 2025 09:03:13 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608476 One of the most talked-about topics before the official announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2 was the decision to switch back to an LCD screen rather than continuing with the OLED display used in the latest model of the Nintendo Switch. This choice seems to have come after “a lot of considerations” from the company. At first glance, returning to older technology may seem like a downgrade…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-ditches-oled-for-lcd-after-a-lot-of-consideration/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Was Almost Named ‘Super Nintendo Switch’ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-was-almost-named-super-nintendo-switch/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-was-almost-named-super-nintendo-switch/#respond Thu, 03 Apr 2025 17:42:50 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608452 In a recent Q&A released after the latest Direct, Nintendo revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 was originally supposed to be named something else. The original idea was to call it the Super Nintendo Switch, drawing inspiration from the shift between the 8-bit NES and the 16-bit Super NES, where the name was upgraded to include “Super” in recognition of the improvements. However…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-was-almost-named-super-nintendo-switch/feed/ 0 Japanese Resellers Are Already Hoarding MicroSD Cards Compatible with Nintendo Switch 2 https://www.eteknix.com/japanese-resellers-are-already-hoarding-microsd-cards-compatible-with-nintendo-switch-2/ https://www.eteknix.com/japanese-resellers-are-already-hoarding-microsd-cards-compatible-with-nintendo-switch-2/#respond Thu, 03 Apr 2025 17:32:01 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608444 As you may know, during the recent Nintendo Direct, which lasted about an hour, Nintendo revealed new details about the Nintendo Switch 2, including its release date of June 5. They also shared information about the console’s compatibility with MicroSD Express cards. However, regular MicroSD cards will not be supported, except for loading certain types of files, mainly images and videos.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/japanese-resellers-are-already-hoarding-microsd-cards-compatible-with-nintendo-switch-2/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Battery Life Estimated to Be Lower Than the Original https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-battery-life-estimated-to-be-lower-than-the-original/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-battery-life-estimated-to-be-lower-than-the-original/#respond Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:49:32 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608314 The official details about Nintendo Switch 2 reveal the estimated battery life of the new console, and it seems that it could be lower than the original Nintendo Switch. This is based on available information, but the estimates are quite vague as battery consumption can vary depending on many factors, especially when it comes to a gaming console. Therefore, it is hard to give exact numbers…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-battery-life-estimated-to-be-lower-than-the-original/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2: Old Joy-Con and Pro Controllers Are Compatible – But Not All Accessories Make the Cut https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-old-joy-con-and-pro-controllers-are-compatible-but-not-all-accessories-make-the-cut/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-old-joy-con-and-pro-controllers-are-compatible-but-not-all-accessories-make-the-cut/#respond Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:08:46 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608306 When moving from one generation of consoles to another, it’s not always guaranteed that old accessories will work with the new system. So, do old Joy-Con, Pro Controllers, and other accessories from the first Nintendo Switch work on Nintendo Switch 2? The official compatibility table confirms the answer, and it’s good news for many players. For a lot of users, this question is important…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-old-joy-con-and-pro-controllers-are-compatible-but-not-all-accessories-make-the-cut/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Physical Games Cost More, But Some Still Require a Digital Download https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-physical-games-cost-more-but-some-still-require-a-digital-download/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-physical-games-cost-more-but-some-still-require-a-digital-download/#respond Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:03:26 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608302 A surprising situation has emerged from Nintendo‘s official support pages about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. It turns out that some physical games sold on cartridges still require a digital download, even though physical versions now cost more. This is not something that applies to all games—it’s a specific case, though it’s not completely new. Even on the current Nintendo Switch…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-physical-games-cost-more-but-some-still-require-a-digital-download/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Official Release Date and Price Announced During Direct https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-official-release-date-and-price-announced-during-direct/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-official-release-date-and-price-announced-during-direct/#respond Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:12:42 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608299 During today’s Nintendo Direct, the official release date for the Nintendo Switch 2 was announced. The highly anticipated new console from Nintendo will be available worldwide on June 5, 2025. In addition, the price was revealed to be $449.99 USD. This announcement came with many exciting details about the upcoming console. The official release date and price were crucial pieces of…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-official-release-date-and-price-announced-during-direct/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Might Have a Pro Controller and Built-in Voice Chat https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-might-have-a-pro-controller-and-built-in-voice-chat/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-might-have-a-pro-controller-and-built-in-voice-chat/#respond Tue, 01 Apr 2025 17:14:14 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=608253 A new patent spotted and shared on the Famiboards forum suggests that a new Pro Controller for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 could be on the way. This controller appears to include a 3.5mm headphone jack, which could point to the possibility of built-in voice chat on the system. With a Nintendo Direct event scheduled for tomorrow, and reports saying it will last around 60 minutes…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-might-have-a-pro-controller-and-built-in-voice-chat/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Could Sell Out on the First Day https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-pre-orders-could-sell-out-on-the-first-day/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-pre-orders-could-sell-out-on-the-first-day/#respond Sat, 29 Mar 2025 16:13:10 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=607802 A recent report from Insider Gaming, written by the Tom Henderson, has revealed new details about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This includes information about its pre-order date and the expected stock levels for the launch. The details come from internal documents and emails from a major U.S. distributor that Henderson had access to. While these are not official sources…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-pre-orders-could-sell-out-on-the-first-day/feed/ 0 Palworld Coming to Nintendo Switch 2? Pocketpair Discusses Possibility and Why It’s Not on Switch 1 https://www.eteknix.com/palworld-coming-to-nintendo-switch-2-pocketpair-discusses-possibility-and-why-its-not-on-switch-1/ https://www.eteknix.com/palworld-coming-to-nintendo-switch-2-pocketpair-discusses-possibility-and-why-its-not-on-switch-1/#respond Mon, 24 Mar 2025 22:45:08 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=607273 Pocketpair, the creators of Palworld, and Nintendo are not exactly on good terms, as the company from Kyoto has sued the creators of the viral survival game often referred to as “Pokémon with guns.” It’s not surprising that the game isn’t available on Nintendo Switch, but according to the communications director, the real reason is something else. John ‘Bucky’ Buckley…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/palworld-coming-to-nintendo-switch-2-pocketpair-discusses-possibility-and-why-its-not-on-switch-1/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch 2 Might Not Reach the Success of Its Predecessor, Says Analyst https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-might-not-reach-the-success-of-its-predecessor-says-analyst/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-might-not-reach-the-success-of-its-predecessor-says-analyst/#respond Thu, 20 Mar 2025 01:11:59 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=606799 According to a new report by Jost Van Dreunen, an analyst from Aldora, there is a possibility that Nintendo Switch 2 might not match the success of the original Switch. This could be a logical point, considering that the first Switch is one of the best-selling consoles in history. This creates a very high bar, making it more difficult for the new model to achieve the same level of success.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-2-might-not-reach-the-success-of-its-predecessor-says-analyst/feed/ 0 Nintendo Confirms Switch Online Will Continue to Be Available on Nintendo Switch 2 https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-confirms-switch-online-will-continue-to-be-available-on-nintendo-switch-2/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-confirms-switch-online-will-continue-to-be-available-on-nintendo-switch-2/#respond Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:56:53 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=602467 Shuntaro Furukawa, the president of Nintendo, confirmed during a Q&A session related to the company’s latest financial report that Nintendo Switch Online will continue to be available on Nintendo Switch 2. This statement (thanks Nintendo Life) was made in response to a question about Nintendo’s future online strategies, particularly concerning the new console set to launch by the end of 2025…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-confirms-switch-online-will-continue-to-be-available-on-nintendo-switch-2/feed/ 0 Nintendo Switch Sales Drop, President Says It’s Not Due to Fans Waiting for Switch 2 https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-sales-drop-president-says-its-not-due-to-fans-waiting-for-switch-2/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-sales-drop-president-says-its-not-due-to-fans-waiting-for-switch-2/#respond Wed, 05 Feb 2025 09:26:52 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=601851 Sales of Nintendo Switch have dropped significantly in recent times. Many wonder if this decline is due to gamers holding off on purchases while waiting for the Nintendo Switch 2. However, according to Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa, that is not the case. Nintendo has acknowledged that it did not meet its sales targets for the Switch in 2024. The company revised its financial…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-switch-sales-drop-president-says-its-not-due-to-fans-waiting-for-switch-2/feed/ 0 Nintendo Explains Why Switch 2 is Backward Compatible https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-explains-why-switch-2-is-backward-compatible/ https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-explains-why-switch-2-is-backward-compatible/#respond Sat, 18 Jan 2025 18:22:16 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599653 Nintendo has confirmed that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will feature backward compatibility, allowing users to play games from the original Nintendo Switch. While this decision might seem expected, it marks a significant step for the company, especially considering how past transitions (like from Wii U discs to Switch cartridges) did not support backward compatibility.

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/nintendo-explains-why-switch-2-is-backward-compatible/feed/ 0 Switch 2 Trailer Breaks Records, Surpassing PS5 Reveal with Over 17M Views in 48 Hours https://www.eteknix.com/switch-2-trailer-breaks-records-surpassing-ps5-reveal-with-over-17m-views-in-48-hours/ https://www.eteknix.com/switch-2-trailer-breaks-records-surpassing-ps5-reveal-with-over-17m-views-in-48-hours/#respond Sat, 18 Jan 2025 18:16:28 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599650 The trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 has outperformed the PlayStation 5 reveal on YouTube. Within 48 hours of its release on the official Nintendo of America channel, the trailer amassed over 17 million views. In comparison, the PlayStation 5 trailer, released in 2020, garnered approximately 13.3 million views in the same timeframe. However, the original Nintendo Switch trailer remains the most…

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]]> https://www.eteknix.com/switch-2-trailer-breaks-records-surpassing-ps5-reveal-with-over-17m-views-in-48-hours/feed/ 0 Analysts Predict Strong Demand for Switch 2 But Doubt It Will Surpass Original’s Success https://www.eteknix.com/analysts-predict-strong-demand-for-switch-2-but-doubt-it-will-surpass-originals-success/ https://www.eteknix.com/analysts-predict-strong-demand-for-switch-2-but-doubt-it-will-surpass-originals-success/#respond Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:11:50 +0000 https://www.eteknix.com/?p=599506 Analysts have shared their insights on the potential success of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, which is expected to be a larger and more powerful iteration of the current console. While there is optimism about its performance, some concerns remain about whether it will surpass the original Switch in terms of sales. Joost van Dreunen of NYU Stern believes that Nintendo will continue…

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