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The '''Nintendo Switch''' is a hybrid console that was released on March 3, [[2017]] and is the successor to the [[Wii U]]. It comes with two detachable controllers that are known as the Joy-Con. Games can be purchased physically from retail stores or digitally from the [[Nintendo eShop]]. The Switch supports three types of play modes. | The '''Nintendo Switch''' is a hybrid console that was released on [[March 3]], [[2017]] and is the successor to the [[Wii U]]. It comes with two detachable controllers that are known as the Joy-Con. Games can be purchased physically from retail stores or digitally from the [[Nintendo eShop]]. The Switch supports three types of play modes. | ||
* TV mode - The console is placed in the dock that is connected to a TV. | * TV mode - The console is placed in the dock that is connected to a TV. | ||
* Tabletop mode - The console is placed on a surface with the stand out and controllers detached. | * Tabletop mode - The console is placed on a surface with the stand out and controllers detached. | ||
* Handheld mode - The console is played portable with both controllers attached. | * Handheld mode - The console is played portable with both controllers attached. | ||
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==Nintendo Switch Online== | ==Nintendo Switch Online== | ||
'''Nintendo Switch Online''' is Nintendo's online service for the Nintendo Switch. Subscribers to the service get access to online play in supported titles, as well as classic games from the {{c|NES}} | '''Nintendo Switch Online''' is Nintendo's online service for the Nintendo Switch. Subscribers to the service get access to online play in supported titles, as well as classic games from the {{c|NES}} and {{c|SNES}}. In 2021, an optional "Expansion Pack" was added to the service that added {{c|Nintendo 64}} and {{c|Sega Genesis}} games. Unlike the Virtual Console from previous Nintendo systems, these games are not made available for purchase, but are simply included with a subscription. | ||
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The Pro Controller is a more traditional wireless controller for the Switch. It communicates via Bluetooth and is charged with a USB-C cable. It supports motion controls and also has a NFC reader. When pairing with the console, the Pro Controller counts as one controller. | The Pro Controller is a more traditional wireless controller for the Switch. It communicates via Bluetooth and is charged with a USB-C cable. It supports motion controls and also has a NFC reader. When pairing with the console, the Pro Controller counts as one controller. | ||
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==Nintendo Switch Lite== | ==Nintendo Switch Lite== | ||
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The '''Nintendo Switch Lite''' is a version of the Switch that is dedicated to handheld play and was released on September 20, [[2019]]. The console is smaller and the controllers cannot be detached. | The '''Nintendo Switch Lite''' is a version of the Switch that is dedicated to handheld play and was released on [[September 20]], [[2019]]. The console is smaller and the controllers cannot be detached. | ||
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The '''Nintendo Switch (OLED model)''' is a version of the Switch with a wider, OLED screen, enhanced audio, a wider, adjustable stand, and 64GB of internal storage. It also features a new dock that includes a built-in wired LAN port. The console was released on October 8, [[2021]]. | The '''Nintendo Switch (OLED model)''' is a version of the Switch with a wider, OLED screen, enhanced audio, a wider, adjustable stand, and 64GB of internal storage. It also features a new dock that includes a built-in wired LAN port. The console was released on [[October 8]], [[2021]]. | ||
[[Category:Nintendo]] | [[Category:Nintendo]] |