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Nintendo finally revealed more details on the Switch 2 during a Direct presentation on the morning of April 2nd.
Engadget |
This is the first game of its type since Donkey Kong 64 hit the Nintendo 64 all the way back in 1999.
BBC |
The company said the new device would have better graphics and audio than its predecessor, and a chat button allowing players to speak to each other while playing.
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According to the company, you can move your data from the original Switch to the Switch 2 by logging in to your Nintendo Account and using the System Transfer feature. This will transfer your game saves, digital titles, user profiles, screenshots you've taken, and other data (such as your settings and parental controls) to the new console.
After scalpers scooped up first-gen Switch consoles, Nintendo will implement an invite system for Switch 2 preorders through its online store. Here's how to get on the list.
Switch players who buy their games on physical cards are used to being able to share those games with other players simply by handing them the card. Now, Nintendo is planning a process to allow players to share their digital Switch purchases in a similar way.