• The best Nintendo Switch games everyone should own

Our quick take

Nintendo Switch - 4.5 / 5

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Rethinking the home console

  • Console, 6.2-inch 720p screen and two Joy-Con controllers included Play on TV or play on the go (Joy-Cons clip onto screen for portable controls) Grey, Neon and special edition Joy-Con finishes available

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How much are Nintendo Switch games and downloads?

  • Nintendo eShop available for digital downloads Games come on cartridges too Limited third-party apps (no Netflix, for example)

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Storage and accessories

  • 32GB on-board storage (microSD slot for expansion)

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What’s the Nintendo Switch’s maximum resolution?

  • 720p maximum portable resolution 1080p maximum TV-based resolution

What’s the best Nintendo Switch game?

To recap

A revolutionary console. It doesn’t fade in the face of the PS5 or Xbox Series X. For many it’s redefined on-the-go gaming, not just at-home gaming, thanks to top first-party titles.