
Nintendo Confirms Physical Switch 2 Games Are Here to Stay
Nintendo has reaffirmed its commitment to physical media for the Switch 2, clarifying that cartridge releases will stick around even as Sony prepares to phase out discs entirely.
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Nintendo Switch 2 is the subject of recent coverage detailing software releases, digital upgrades, and hardware bundle promotions. Hitechreports summarizes news regarding upcoming game launches, retailer discounts, and classic titles added to the online library.

Nintendo has reaffirmed its commitment to physical media for the Switch 2, clarifying that cartridge releases will stick around even as Sony prepares to phase out discs entirely.

Capcom's 2020 remake of Resident Evil 3 arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 16, and TechRadar's review praises its frame rate and visuals while noting it ignores the console's motion and mouse control options.

Nintendo filed a new trademark for the iconic Zelda Triforce symbol across games, apparel and collectibles ahead of the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 launch on October 29.

Mechanism has released the Basecase, a $49 Switch 2 shell that adds swappable grips, physical game storage, and 3D-printed backplates while tying into the brand's modular mount lineup.

Nintendo of America President Devon Pritchard has responded to questions about whether Grand Theft Auto 6 could land on the Switch 2, deflecting release plans to Rockstar Games and Take-Two.

Amazon discounted a wide spread of Nintendo Switch 2 software, knocking Final Fantasy VII Remake down to $25 and trimming pre-order costs for the upcoming Zelda remake.

Samsung's 256GB P9 Express microSD card was listed at $59.99 on Amazon on Monday, offering up to 800MB/s transfer speeds for handheld gaming storage and large files.

iFi’s new Up Play ($59) and Up Play Max ($89) USB-C Bluetooth transmitters bring LDAC and aptX Lossless to devices that don’t support them natively — including Apple iPhones, MacBooks, Windows laptops, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Sony has confirmed the PlayStation 5 will stop supporting physical game discs after January 2028 — a hard cutoff that’s already reshaping how buyers weigh their next console purchase.

A growing library of Nintendo Switch 2 games, from Splatoon Raiders to Donkey Kong Bananza, has ignited community discussions over how Nintendo should rebuild classic fighter movesets and introduce fresh characters for the next Super Smash Bros.

Nintendo is releasing The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on November 5, 2026 — exclusively on Switch 2 — just two weeks before Grand Theft Auto VI launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Switch 2 is priced at $625 on Amazon. Platform exclusivity, timing, and fan loyalty make this a calculated non-competition.
Nintendo of America president Devon Pritchard declined to confirm or deny a Switch 2 release for GTA 6, directing all questions to Rockstar and Take-Two. The game launches November 19 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only.

Amazon's October sale brings discounts on console titles, featuring all-time lows on LEGO Batman, Pragmata, and deep price cuts across a broad lineup of PlayStation 5 games.