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Expert asserts Mario Kart World is a 'fake HDR' Nintendo Switch 2 title — ‘Mario Kart World reveals that even the highest caliber of developers aren’t taking HDR seriously’

Mario Kart World appears to have been developed using 'an SDR-first content pipeline with a last-minute HDR tonemap.'

Tom’s Hardware

Modders are already working on Switch 2 Joy-Con adapters, and I'm hyped to use old gamepads in handheld mode

You can now 3D print an adapter for Nintendo Switch 2 that lets you use the original Joy-Con in handheld mode, and it could give your controllers a second life.

GamesRadar

$1.4 million worth of Switch 2 consoles stolen from semi-truck — 2,800 consoles were en route from Nintendo of America HQ to a GameStop store in Texas

A $1.4-million Nintendo Switch 2 shipment has been stolen off the back of a semi-truck.

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$1.4M Nintendo Switch 2 Theft Uncovered at Colorado Truck Stop—Beware of Dark Web Sale

Over 2,800 Nintendo Switch 2 consoles worth $1.4M were stolen from a Colorado truck stop. This was alarming for the newly-launched console.

Player One

Everything announced at the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct: Pauline officially revealed, wait, was that Diddy Kong? Plus everything else you need to know

This is our live coverage of the June Donkey Kong Bananza Direct.

TechRadar

'Minecraft' Brings New 'Vibrant Visuals' Update to Select Consoles: Is it Compatible With Nintendo Switch?

"Minecraft's" epic Vibrant Visuals update hits PC, Xbox, PlayStation & mobile, leaving Switch fans in the dark with no graphic glow-up in sight.

Player One

Xbox Ally isn’t fazed by Switch 2’s dominance — The PC gaming handheld is battling an entirely different competitor

Analysts predict the Switch 2 will outsell all other gaming handhelds combined this year, but that's a non-issue for Xbox Ally. It's a Steam Deck competitor.

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Mario Kart World's first post-launch patch suggests we somehow weren't getting hit with enough items as it fixes an "an issue where items were no longer able to be used"

Prepare for even more chaos

GamesRadar

Beyond Mario Kart World: what else is worth playing on Nintendo Switch 2?

Nintendo has slept on new games for its new handheld but clockwork-puzzle murder missions, an RPG reborn and a beefed-up Yakuza 0 are the highlights from other developers

The Guardian - UK

Nothing will ever be as cool as the Sony PSP – not even the Switch 2

You never forget your first love.

Creative Bloq

Forget the hype – here's why I’m waiting to buy a Nintendo Switch 2, as a deals expert

Here's why I think you’re better off waiting to buy a Nintendo Switch 2.

TechRadar

Looks Like 'Red Dead Redemption 2' Is Getting That Big Update After All

The rumor that 'Red Dead Redemption 2' is coming to Switch 2 alongside a next-gen update got a boost in credibility after two lead actors teased a big announcement coming later this week.

Inverse

I bought the official Switch 2 Carry Case, but wish I hadn’t – don’t make the same mistake as me

There are better Switch 2 carry case options than Nintendo's official accessory

'There's nothing I can do. I don't even know if I wanna play anymore' — Pokémon fan left devastated after '20 years worth of data' lost in Switch to Switch 2 transfer

A passionate Pokemon fan has lost '20 years worth of data' due to a botched transfer between the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

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After just 12 days, Nintendo is already nuking Switch 2 console accounts for players caught using Mig Flash — popular cartridge allows Switch 1 games on the new console, but users say they're only using their own ROMs

Be wary if you're planning to use the MIG-Switch with your Nintendo Switch 2, with user reports indicating a widespread ban on consoles that have been used with the flash cart.

TechRadar

The next Nintendo Direct will highlight the Switch 2's next big game, Donkey Kong Bananza – here’s when you can watch it

Nintendo has announced that a new Nintendo Direct showcase will air this week, highlighting Donkey Kong Bananza.

GamesRadar

STEALTH Premium Travel Case review - a plain but necessary Switch 2 accessory

The STEALTH Premium Travel Case is as plain as brand-new Switch 2-compatible cases come, but it's become one of the must-have accessories in my new Ninty setup so far.

GamesRadar

Switch 2 owners using Mig Flash cartridges say Nintendo is bricking their new consoles, even if they're only using the carts for their own ROMs rather than pirated games

Affected Switch 2 users warn that others should think twice about using the flash carts

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Nintendo has made Switch 2 scalping much harder in Japan by making a simple change to what’s in the box

In an attempt to combat scalpers in Japan, Nintendo has excluded a vital component from the Switch 2 box, making it harder to resell the console.

Inverse

'Mario Kart World' Review: Mario Kart Lives Up To Its Legacy, But Not Its Title

'Mario Kart World's' big new conceit falls disappointingly flat, but it still manages to be another deep and fun entry for the series in its more traditional modes. Inverse Review Score: 8/10

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I played the Nintendo Switch 2 for one week and I desperately want it, but not all of it

The Nintendo Switch 2 offers a significant boost in performance and features to keep up with modern AAA gaming, and while it might stumble (especially with its price), it’s a great handheld gaming device that deserves your attention (when on sale).

This is the game I've played the most on my new Switch 2 – even though it's 8 years old

Breath of the Wild never gets old

Player One

Nintendo Switch 2 Transfer Glitch Leads to Pokémon Save File Loss—Fans Warned to Use Pokémon Home

A Pokémon fan experienced a save file nightmare. The Switch 2 transfer was a success, but the 20 years of data weren't spared.

Player One

Nintendo Switch 2 Crackdown Starts as Company Bans Consoles Using MIG Emulator

Nintendo is banning Switch 2 consoles using the MIG cartridge emulator, cutting off online access to crack down hard on piracy and illegal mods.

Nintendo issues integral Switch 2 date –mark tomorrow in your calendars

You'd be Bananzaz to miss it on 18 June

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