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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"/>
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The '''Nintendo NX''' is the code-name for [[Nintendo]]'s next generational system and the successor to the [[Wii U]]. The NX was announced on March 17, 2015.<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> It is planned for a March 2017 launch globally.<ref name="Launch"/> Very little is known about it, but it is expected to be unveiled later in 2016.<ref>{{Cite web|quote=NX: Nintendo previously announced that it would release more information about its next system, code-named NX, this year. As the first announcement of any NX information, Nintendo confirmed that NX is scheduled to launch in March 2017. NX will not make an appearance at the upcoming E3 video game trade show in Los Angeles in June and will be unveiled later this year.|published=April 27, 2016|retrieved=April 27, 2016|url=http://www.nintendo.co.uk/News/2016/April/Nintendo-provides-updates-on-mobile-NX-and-The-Legend-of-Zelda-along-with-annual-earnings-1102529.html|title=Nintendo provides updates on mobile, NX and The Legend of Zelda along with annual earnings|site=Nintendo UK's official site|type=}}</ref>
  
   
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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>
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==''The Legend of Zelda'' Games==
  
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===Main releases===
  
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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.
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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.
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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.
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==Overview==
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===''The Legend of Zelda'' Games===
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====Main Releases====
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The following games can be purchased as physical Nintendo Switch game cards or digitally from the Nintendo eShop.
 
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===Cameos===
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The following games can be purchased as physical Nintendo Switch game cards or digitally from the Nintendo eShop, and feature notable elements from {{TLoZ|series}}.
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*''{{smw|Mario Kart 8 Deluxe}}''
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*''{{wp|Miitopia}}''
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====Switch Online Releases====
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The following games are available via the ''Nintendo Entertainment System - Nintendo Switch Online'' app, which is exclusively available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers at no additional charge.
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*''The Legend of Zelda SP''
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*''The Adventure of Link SP''
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The following game is available via the ''Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Nintendo Switch Online'' app, which is also exclusively available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers at no additional charge.
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====Upcoming Releases====
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===''The Legend of Zelda'' Icons===
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Nintendo Switch users can select among 18 total {{TLoZ|-}}-themed Profile Icons.
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<gallery perrow="6">
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File:Nintendo Switch Wingcrest Icon.png|[[Wingcrest]]
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File:Nintendo Switch Master Sword Hylian Shield Icon.png|The [[Master Sword]] and [[Hylian Shield]]
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File:Nintendo Switch Link Series Icon.png|[[Link]]
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File:Nintendo Switch Link BotW Icon.png|Link from {{BotW}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Zelda BotW Icon.png|[[Princess Zelda|Zelda]]‎ from {{BotW|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Guardian Icon.png|[[Guardian Stalker|Guardian]] from {{BotW|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Daruk Icon.png|[[Daruk]] from {{BotW|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Revali Icon.png|[[Revali]] from {{BotW|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Mipha Icon.png|[[Mipha]] from {{BotW|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Urbosa Icon.png|[[Urbosa]] from {{BotW|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Kass Icon.png|[[Kass]] from {{BotW|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Bokoblin Icon.png|[[Bokoblin]] from {{BotW|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Link TP Icon.png|Link from {{TP}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Princess Zelda TPHD Icon.png|Princess Zelda from {{TPHD}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Ganondorf TPHD Icon.png|[[Ganondorf]] from {{TPHD|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Link TWWHD Icon.png|Link from {{TWWHD}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Princess Zelda TWWHD Icon.png|Princess Zelda from {{TWWHD|-}}
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File:Nintendo Switch Ganondorf TWWHD Icon.png|Ganondorf from {{TWWHD|-}}
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==Gallery==
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===Video Gallery===
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{{Youtube|f5uik5fgIaI|200|Nintendo Switch trailer}}
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Revision as of 17:34, 19 July 2021

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.[1]

The Nintendo Switch was originally announced on March 17, 2015, where it was originally known by its codename NX.[2]

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.

Overview

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.

Cameos

The following games can be purchased as physical Nintendo Switch game cards or digitally from the Nintendo eShop, and feature notable elements from The Legend of Zelda series.

Switch Online Releases

The following games are available via the Nintendo Entertainment System - Nintendo Switch Online app, which is exclusively available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers at no additional charge.

The following game is available via the Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Nintendo Switch Online app, which is also exclusively available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers at no additional charge.

Upcoming Releases

  • Template:StBotW

The Legend of Zelda Icons

Nintendo Switch users can select among 18 total The Legend of Zelda-themed Profile Icons.

Gallery

  • Promotional image showing a docked Switch and a Joy-Con Grip

    Promotional image showing a docked Switch and a Joy-Con Grip

  • Promotional image showing a Switch on its kick-stand with one Joy-Con being removed

    Promotional image showing a Switch on its kick-stand with one Joy-Con being removed

Video Gallery

Nintendo Switch trailer
Nintendo Switch UK Commercial
Nintendo Switch Super Bowl LI Commercial

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Launch
  2. ↑ Template:Cite web

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