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The latest news, reviews, and game guides for the Nintendo Switch, all in one place. Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage of everything Nintendo, with a focus on the company’s flagship console — the Switch. Whether you’re looking for the latest Legend of Zelda game or Joy-Con tips, we’ve got you covered.

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None of the three major gaming consoles have X integration now

Nintendo is the latest console maker to remove Twitter/X integration from its hardware, possibly due to API changes.
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The Nintendo Switch is home to a superb library of games, and more are on the way. In this roundup, we'll dive into the best upcoming Switch games in 2025.
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New report discovers one culprit behind Nintendo game leaks: Google

A new report reveals that a Google employee had access to private videos inside Nintendo's YouTube account.
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Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door got the remake it deserved

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door's remake on Nintendo Switch is a testament to the game's influence and the fans who wanted it to make a comeback.
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We've rounded up the best Nintendo Switch Memorial Day sales for console bundles, games, and accessories. You should hurry though as the offers won't last long.
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Original Switch next to Switch OLED.

Best Nintendo Switch deals: consoles, games, and accessories

Grab some savings on Nintendo Switch consoles and some of the best Nintendo Switch games and accessories with these deals, but hurry as they will expire soon.
Charizard and Venusaur.

All Pokémon games in order: chronologically and by release date

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Pokémon Nuzlocke: rules, tips, origin, and more

Love Pokémon, but finding the mainline games a bit too easy? The Nuzlocke challenge is a great way to make your next playthrough a little more difficult.
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Stardew Valley's 1.6 update has already released for PC, but console players are wondering when they'll get a chance to check out of all of the new changes.
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Animal Crossing New Horizons is all about living that island life, but treasure islands are something special. This is how you can find these rare islands.
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With Nintendo's next console on the horizon, the Switch finds itself firmly in its filler era as it pads out a long wait.
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