Nintendo Switch details:
- March 3 release
- $299.99 North America
- Online services include connectivity with smart devices and multiplayer. Paid service beginning in Fall, after a free period.
- Region locking won’t apply to Nintendo Switch software, “in general.”
Play styles
- TV mode, in “typical video game style”
- Tabletop mode with kickstand and JoyCon play
- Handheld: left and right JoyCon attached for on-the-go play
Other features
- Battery life varies, 2.5 to 6.5 hours
- Up to eight Switch systems can be connected for local wireless multiplayer gaming
Joy-Con controllers
- Screen capture in Joy-Con
- 2 controllers included
- Neon blue and neon red variations available
- Wrist straps
- HD Rumble feature provides feeling of realism using new sensor and vibration technology
#NintendoSwitch arrives on March 3. Here’s what’s in the box. pic.twitter.com/ZGiz0y5QKd
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
Switch games
- 1-2-Switch
- March 3 release “alongside Nintendo Switch”
- Arms (new Nintendo IP)
- Splatoon 2
- Summer release
- Super Mario Odyssey
- Holiday 2017
- Xenoblade Chronicles 2
- Fire Emblem Warriors
- Dragon Quest 10 and 11 (Japan)
- Dragon Quest Heroes 1 and 2
- Shin Megami Tensei
- Skyrim
- FIFA
- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild: March 3 for Switch (and Wii U) – March 3
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (April)
- 80 games in development, 50 partners
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a Nintendo Switch launch title March 3; Wii U same day
Get ready for 1-2 Switch this March. Challenge your opponent in this new face-to-face party game only on #NintendoSwitch. pic.twitter.com/pwUplLn4Ib
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
Introducing #ARMS, a mix of boxing and shooting where you use extendable arms to battle. pic.twitter.com/49xBTd9K2c
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
There are plenty of advanced tactics to discover in #ARMS. Select different parts for each arm and find a play style that suits you. pic.twitter.com/lxpKle418s
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
#ARMS can be played single-player, split-screen against a friend, or by connecting two #NintendoSwitch systems locally or online. pic.twitter.com/X7MbBWlWax
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
#Splatoon2 is coming to #NintendoSwitch. Grab your Splat Roller… It’s on! pic.twitter.com/rIiMLmd7fN
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
#Splatoon2 is compatible with Joy-Con controllers & the #NintendoSwitch Pro Controller. Whichever you use, you can aim with motion controls. pic.twitter.com/KT7GNWzofm
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
You are cordially invited to… PANIC! #SuperMarioOdyssey #NintendoSwitch pic.twitter.com/OqkCFBC3AF
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
#SuperMarioOdyssey sees Mario leave the Mushroom Kingdom to go on a new sandbox-style journey! pic.twitter.com/fVYFPCTvAj
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
Mario’s hat looks quite unusual. What role will it play in this adventure…? Coming to #NintendoSwitch Holiday 2017. #SuperMarioOdyssey pic.twitter.com/c0SwnRAbo9
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is coming to #NintendoSwitch! pic.twitter.com/UbNasKfzzK
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 13, 2017
Nintendo Switch images
