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{{System | |image= [[File:Nintendo Switch Logo.png|x320px]]<br/>[[File:Nintendo Switch Console.png|320px]] | ||
|image= [[File:Nintendo Switch Logo.png| | |||
|type= Hybrid Console | |type= Hybrid Console | ||
|released = {{Release | |released = '''Nintendo Switch'''<br/>{{Release | ||
| | |US= March 3, 2017<ref name="Launch">{{Cite Web|quote= |author= Tatsumi Kimishima |published= January 12, 2017 |retrieved=January 12, 2017|url= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuC4YLLkqME |title= Nintendo Switch Presentation 2017 |site= YouTube |type=}}</ref> | ||
| | |JP= March 3, 2017<ref name="Launch"/> | ||
| | |UK= March 3, 2017<ref name="Launch"/> | ||
| | |AU= March 3, 2017<ref name="Launch"/> | ||
| | |KR= December 1, 2017}}<br/> | ||
'''Nintendo Switch Lite'''<br/>{{Release | |||
|US= September 20, 2019 | |||
|JP= September 20, 2019 | |||
|UK= September 20, 2019 | |||
|AU= September 20, 2019}}<br/> | |||
'''Nintendo Switch (OLED model)'''<br/>{{Release | |||
|US= October 8, 2021 | |||
|JP= October 8, 2021 | |||
|UK= October 8, 2021 | |||
|AU= October 8, 2021}} | |||
|media= Nintendo Switch Game Card | |media= Nintendo Switch Game Card | ||
|predecessor= [[Wii U]] | |predecessor= [[Wii U]] | ||
|successor= | |successor= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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 | 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 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 following games can be purchased as physical Nintendo Switch game cards or digitally from the Nintendo eShop. | 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}} | *{{LA|NS}} | ||
*{{SSHD}} | |||
=== | ===Spin-Offs=== | ||
*{{HW|DE}} | |||
*{{CoH}} | *{{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}} | *{{TLoZ}} | ||
*{{TAoL}} | *{{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. | Nintendo Switch users can select among 18 total {{TLoZ|-}}-themed Profile Icons. | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Nintendo Switch 1.png|Promotional image showing a docked Switch and a Joy-Con Grip | File:Nintendo Switch 1.png|Promotional image showing a docked Switch and a Joy-Con Grip | ||
Nintendo Switch 2.png|Promotional image showing a Switch on its kick-stand with one Joy-Con being removed | 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 | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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