The Nintendo Switch 2 is out now, alongside a mess of accessories. Here's everything you need (and everything you don't).

Buying a Nintendo Switch 2 in India? Here's everything you need to know about availability, pricing, and more.

Anyone unsure of what the Nintendo Switch 2 actually is and what it does will want to read this simple breakdown before picking one up at launch.

If you connect original Switch Joy-Cons to your Switch 2, you'll be able to play them - but please note that if you don't own a Nintendo Switch, you'll need to purchase a separate accessory in order to charge the original Switch Joy-Cons. Ring Fit ...

On your old Switch, go to System Settings > System > System Transfer and then follow the prompts until you see "Searching for the Nintendo Switch 2 console". It might take a while, but your transfer will then start once you hit 'Start Receiving Data' on your Switch 2. Once that's done you're ready to go.

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Our guide to the best Nintendo Switch 2 controllers is here to help you decide on which crucial gaming accessory to pick up first.