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|media = Nintendo Switch cards
  |KR= December 1, 2017}}
|predecessor = [[Wii U]]
|'''Nintendo Switch Lite'''
|successor =
| {{Release|INT= September 20, 2019}}
|'''Nintendo Switch (OLED model)'''
| {{Release|INT= October 8, 2021}}
}}
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The '''Nintendo Switch''' is a [[Nintendo]] home console. It is the successor to the [[Wii U]]. The Nintendo Switch is a hybrid system, being playable as a handheld with detachable controllers, or on a television.<ref>{{Cite web|author=Nintendo UK|published=October 20, 2016|retrieved=October 20, 2016|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3c6MWsEE884|title=Nintendo Switch Preview Trailer|site=Youtube|type=}}</ref> It was revealed on October 20, 2016. It is planned for a March 2017 launch globally.<ref name="Launch"/>
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The '''Nintendo Switch''' is a hybrid console produced and released by [[Nintendo]]. It is a tablet with detachable controller units, known collectively or singularly as [[Joy-Con]] and can be played on a television using HDMI via a charging dock included with the console. It is the first Nintendo console with a multi-touch screen, a capture button and an Nvidia hardware architecture. It also features a kick-stand that allows the console to sit upright on any flat surface. It was officially revealed on October 20, 2016 and released on March 3, 2017 globally in most markets.<ref name="Launch"/>


The Nintendo Switch was announced on March 17, 2015, where it was originally known by its code-name the '''Nintendo NX'''.<ref>{{Cite web|quote=As proof that Nintendo maintains strong enthusiasm for the dedicated game system business, let me confirm that Nintendo is currently developing a dedicated game platform with a brand-new concept under the development codename "NX." It is too early to elaborate on the details of this project, but we hope to share more information with you next year.|author=Satoru Iwata|published=March 17, 2015|retrieved=April 27, 2016|url=https://www.nintendo.co.jp/corporate/release/en/2015/150317/03.html|title=March 17, Wed. 2015 Presentation Title|site=Nintendo Japan's official site|type=}}</ref>
The Nintendo Switch was originally announced on March 17, 2015, where it was originally known by its codename '''NX'''<!-- It was never officially referred to as "Nintendo NX". The "Nintendo NX" name was popularized by gaming journalists.  -->.<ref>{{Cite Web|quote=As proof that Nintendo maintains strong enthusiasm for the dedicated game system business, let me confirm that Nintendo is currently developing a dedicated game platform with a brand-new concept under the development codename "NX." It is too early to elaborate on the details of this project, but we hope to share more information with you next year.|author=Satoru Iwata|published=March 17, 2015|retrieved=April 27, 2016|url=https://www.nintendo.co.jp/corporate/release/en/2015/150317/03.html|title=March 17, Wed. 2015 Presentation Title|site=Nintendo Japan's official site|type=}}</ref>
 
On July 17, 2019, a revision of the Switch was announced. It features a longer battery life and better chip. It was made available for purchase in August in North America and Japan, and September in Europe.
 
On July 10, 2019, a version of the Switch more suited for handheld gameplay was announced. Titled the '''Nintendo Switch Lite''', it features a smaller display, non-detachable Joy-Cons, and a traditional directional pad. It is exclusively for handheld play, and cannot be connected to the Nintendo Switch dock. It was marketed as a smaller, more affordable alternative to the Switch.
 
On July 6, 2021, a version of the Switch, titled the '''Nintendo Switch (OLED model)''', was announced. It features a larger, OLED display, a brand new dock with a built-in LAN port, increased storage capacity, enhanced audio, and a new adjustable stand for tabletop mode. It was marketed as a more premium alternative to the Switch.


==''The Legend of Zelda'' Games==
==''The Legend of Zelda'' Games==
===Main releases===
The following games can be purchased as physical Nintendo Switch game cards or digitally from the Nintendo eShop.
 
===Main===
*{{BotW}}
*{{BotW}}
*{{TotK}}
===Remakes===
*{{LA|NS}}
*{{SSHD}}
===Collections===
*[[Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition]]
** {{TLoZ}}
** {{TAoL}}
===Spin-Offs===
*{{HW|DE}}
*{{CoH}}
*{{HWAoC}}
===Nintendo Switch Online===
{{Main|Nintendo Switch Online}}
The following games are available via their corresponding [[Nintendo Entertainment System]], [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System]] and [[Game Boy]] [[Nintendo Switch Online]] apps, which are available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers.
*{{TLoZ}}
*{{TAoL}}
*{{ALttP}}
*{{LA|DX}}
*{{OoS}}
*{{OoA}}
Special save data versions of two of the games are also available. These versions of the games start the player with additional equipment, stats, etc.
*[[The Legend of Zelda: Living the life of luxury!]]
*[[Zelda II - The Adventure of Link: Link, warrior without equal.]]
[[Nintendo 64]] and [[Game Boy Advance]] Nintendo Switch Online titles are only available to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers.<ref>{{Cite Web|quote=Level up with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership! Get access to even more benefits, with a library of Nintendo 64™ games |author= |title= A new Nintendo Switch Online membership plan with expanded benefits is coming |url= https://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/a-new-nintendo-switch-online-membership-plan-with-expanded-benefits-is-coming/|archive= https://web.archive.org/web/20220628163227/https://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/a-new-nintendo-switch-online-membership-plan-with-expanded-benefits-is-coming/ |published= September 23, 2021|retrieved= February 7, 2023|site= Nintendo.com|type= }}</ref><ref>{{Cite Web|quote= With a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, access a collection of classic and colorful Game Boy™ Advance games to play anytime, anywhere!|author= |title= Get a taste of old-school portable power with Game Boy – Nintendo Switch Online|url= https://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/get-a-taste-of-old-school-portable-power-with-game-boy-nintendo-switch-online/|archive= https://web.archive.org/web/20230209002429/https://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/get-a-taste-of-old-school-portable-power-with-game-boy-nintendo-switch-online/|published= February 8, 2023|retrieved= February 9, 2023|site= Nintendo.com|type= }}</ref>
*{{OoT}}
*{{MM}}
*{{TMC}}
===Other===
The following games feature notable elements from {{TLoZ|series}}.
*{{MK8D}}
*{{SSBU}}
*''{{wp|Miitopia}}''
=={{TLoZ|-}} Icons==
Nintendo Switch users can select among 18 total {{TLoZ|-}}-themed Profile Icons.
<gallery perrow="6">
File:Nintendo Switch Wingcrest Icon.png|[[Wingcrest]]
File:Nintendo Switch Master Sword Hylian Shield Icon.png|The [[Master Sword]] and [[Hylian Shield]]
File:Nintendo Switch Link Series Icon.png|[[Link]]
File:Nintendo Switch Link BotW Icon.png|Link from {{BotW}}
File:Nintendo Switch Zelda BotW Icon.png|[[Princess Zelda|Zelda]]‎ from {{BotW|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Guardian Icon.png|[[Guardian Stalker|Guardian]] from {{BotW|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Daruk Icon.png|[[Daruk]] from {{BotW|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Revali Icon.png|[[Revali]] from {{BotW|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Mipha Icon.png|[[Mipha]] from {{BotW|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Urbosa Icon.png|[[Urbosa]] from {{BotW|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Kass Icon.png|[[Kass]] from {{BotW|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Bokoblin Icon.png|[[Bokoblin]] from {{BotW|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Link TP Icon.png|Link from {{TP}}
File:Nintendo Switch Princess Zelda TPHD Icon.png|Princess Zelda from {{TPHD}}
File:Nintendo Switch Ganondorf TPHD Icon.png|[[Ganondorf]] from {{TPHD|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Link TWWHD Icon.png|Link from {{TWWHD}}
File:Nintendo Switch Princess Zelda TWWHD Icon.png|Princess Zelda from {{TWWHD|-}}
File:Nintendo Switch Ganondorf TWWHD Icon.png|Ganondorf from {{TWWHD|-}}
</gallery>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Nintendo Switch 2.png
File:Nintendo Switch 1.png|Promotional image showing a docked Switch and a Joy-Con Grip
File:Nintendo Switch 2.png|Promotional image showing a Switch on its kick-stand with one Joy-Con being removed
File:SSHD Nintendo Switch 1.png| Artwork showing the Nintendo Switch in Skyward Sword HD
File:SSHD Nintendo Switch 2.png| Artwork showing the topside of the Nintendo Switch from Skyward Sword HD
File:Nintendo Switch OLED Model TotK Edition Handheld Mode.png|{{TotK}} special edition Nintendo Switch (OLED model) in handheld mode
File:Nintendo Switch OLED Model TotK Edition Handheld Mode Back.png|The back of the {{TotK|-}} special edition Nintendo Switch (OLED model) in handheld mode
File:Nintendo Switch OLED Model TotK Edition TV Mode.png|{{TotK|-}} special edition Nintendo Switch (OLED model) in TV mode
File:Nintendo Switch OLED Model TotK Edition Box.png|{{TotK|-}} special edition Nintendo Switch (OLED model) box
File:Nintendo Switch OLED Model TotK Edition Box JP.png|In Japanese
</gallery>
</gallery>


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{{Youtube|j3XmVt27RI4|200|Nintendo Switch UK Commercial}}
{{Youtube|CdWd8fUC71g|200|Nintendo Switch Super Bowl LI Commercial}}


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