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News This Switch Game Case Can Carry 28 Of Your Games And 10 Micro SD Cards
That's a lot of games
With the Switch being the delightfully portable beast that it is, storage and transport solutions are of utmost importance to owners. Luckily, this game case should be more than enough to carry all of your favourite Switch games in one handy box. Released by UniKeep, this cartridge game case features a Switch-inspired front...
News Turtle Beach Confirms Massive Lineup Of Fortnite-Ready Headsets For Switch
Riding high on the audio waves
Following phenomenal first-quarter financial results – including a 185 percent year-over-year increase in sales – headset manufacturer Turtle Beach confirmed today that they have the largest-ever lineup of Battle Royale-ready headsets available for Fortnite on Nintendo Switch. The collection now includes 25...
News The Genki USB Bluetooth Adapter Finally Brings Low-Latency Audio To Switch
Kickstarter campaign launches today
Human Things has launched a new Kickstarter campaign that will be music to the ears of any Switch owner who craves wireless audio on their console. Genki is the first USB-C Bluetooth transmitter uses the latest Bluetooth 5.0 technology and Qualcomm’s aptX Low Latency codec to deliver low-latency audio using...
Hands On Catching A Curveball With The Poké Ball Plus, The Switch's Latest Must-Have Accessory
I Choose You!
Since my first playthrough of Pokémon Blue back in 1998, I’ve had a bit of an on-again, off-again relationship with Game Freak’s monster-collecting magnum opus. I certainly consider myself to be a fan, but I haven’t finished a main game since SoulSilver, and a 2016 summer spent scouring the countryside for Kanto critters in...
News 8BitDo Reveals Huge Range Of Bluetooth Controllers, All Compatible With Nintendo Switch
Inspired by the classic systems of yesteryear
Accessory maker 8BitDo has revealed a huge range of new controllers at E3 2018, as well as a complete rebrand of the company by famed graphic artist Cory Schmitz, with logowork done in collaboration with by Grilli Type. Zero 2 The follow-up to the original Zero, this is being billed as the...
News Charge Your Switch On The Go With These Officially-Licensed Portable Power Banks
"15 hours of additional playtime"
Anker Innovations has announced that it will be launching a series of portable power banks designed to bring hours of additional playtime to your Nintendo Switch. Anker’s PowerCore 20100 and PowerCore 13400 Nintendo Switch Edition models will be the first officially-licensed batteries to bring USB-C power...
News Play Your Nintendo Switch In Bed With This Hands-Free (And Pain-Free) iPad Stand
Begone, wrist and neck aches!
The portable nature of the Switch is one of its unique selling points, but it does come with some drawbacks. When you're playing in bed or lying down on the couch you often get wrist strain or neck problems because you're having to hold the console in order to use it. This is a problem which impacts tablet users as...
News Officially-Licensed GameCube Controllers Are On The Way For Switch
Perfect for Super Smash Bros.?
Accessory maker PowerA has been particularly kind to fans of Nintendo's hybrid platform, bringing a whole collection of attractive, officially-licensed controllers to the system featuring everyone's favourite Nintendo characters. Now it seems to be targeting a slightly different audience and we can already hear the...
News An Official Octopath Traveler Merchandise Range Is Now Available To Pre-Order
Posters, tshirts, bags and more
There's only a little over a month away until Octopath Traveler finally lands on Nintendo Switch, and if you're in the mood to celebrate, you may well want to take a look at some of the goodies available from this official merchandise range. The products are only available from Japan, with no options to purchase...
Random You'll Soon Be Able To Dress Up Your Cat Like Kirby And Friends
Because of course you will
Here's the story you've all been waiting for, folks: official headdresses featuring Kirby and friends have been revealed for Japan, designed for your precious little kitten chums. As you can see, the lineup includes designs for Kirby, wide open-mouth Kirby (if that's how you'd choose to describe it), Waddle Dee,...
Hardware Review OJO Projector For Nintendo Switch - The Ultimate Accessory?
A projector, dock and power bank all in one
The amazing success of the Switch has led to some equally amazing crowdfunding campaigns for must-have accessories, the most notable of which are the Switch Charge case and the OJO Projector. Both of these products massively over-performed in their initial funding drives, and both have endured a rather...
Hardware Review SwitchCharge Boosts Your Nintendo Switch Battery Life Fourfold
It's had a somewhat troubled path to market, but is it worth the wait?
It's fair to say that like so many amazing crowdfunded ideas, the SwitchCharge hasn't had the most comfortable routes to market. After comprehensively smashing its funding goal back in 2017, the accessory – which contains a 10,000mAh b
News Nyko Is Being Taken To Court Over A Bricked Switch Console
You could say the company was "in the dock"...
Switch owner Michael Skiathitis has filed a class action lawsuit in the U.S. district court of central California against peripheral manufacturer Nyko after one of the company's docks bricked his console. Nyko's docks proved popular upon release as they were smaller and cheaper than the real thing, but...
News Soon Crash Bandicoot Will Be Able To Hold Your Switch For You
Let me get that for you
If you're looking for a Switch stand with a difference, then Exquisite Gaming might have just the product for you. The accessory maker is currently putting the finishing touches to its "XL Crash Bandicoot Cable Guy", which can hold your Nintendo console - as well as other gaming items. If you're considering picking up...
Video One of You Sent Us a Box to Open, So We Decided to Open It
Fresh from Japanese shores
We've unboxed a fair few things in the name of so-called entertainment on our YouTube channel, but one in particular sticks in our mind. Perhaps spurred on by the tantalising idea of a mystery unboxing, one of you lot thought it would be a good idea to ship something off in our direction without telling us what it is, on...
News Light Up Your Life With This Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition Pre-Order Bonus Lamp
"Da da da daaa" sound not included
Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition is just around the corner, with the 18th May release date for this Switch super-port rapidly approaching. If you've been thinking about getting yourself a physical copy of the game, you might want to grab this bundle for an extra dollop of goodness. This Green Rupee Light is...
News Could Switch's Non-Compliant USB-C Spec Be To Blame For Third-Party Docks Bricking Consoles?
Nintendo may have been quite sneaky here...
Unless you've been out of the loop for a while, you'll be aware of issues regarding third-party docks being used with the Nintendo Switch. Ever since the 5.0.0 update went live, we've been seeing reports of owners bricking their consoles when using unlicensed docks produced by companies such as Nyko...
News Nintendo Comments On Third-Party Docks Bricking Switch Systems
Docks "do not undergo Nintendo’s testing and evaluation process"
When Nintendo pushed the 5.0.0 firmware update live for the Switch recently, it had an unwelcome side-effect for some owners - the newly-updated console doesn't seem to play nice with third-party docks. Some users have reported that third-party docks - like those from Nyko -...
News Your Prayers Have Been Answered, Hori Is Making A Joy-Con With A Proper D-Pad
Retro gamers rejoice!
Japanese peripheral maker Hori is creating a left-hand Joy-Con with an old-school D-pad, it has been revealed by Famitsu. The timing is fortunate, as PlatinumGames' Hideki Kamiya only tweeted last week (with his tongue firmly in-cheek, of course) that he might lose motivation for developing
News These Officially-Licensed Switch Controllers Look Absolutely Stunning
And they're available to buy now
Having a variety of different colours of Joy-Con available is one thing, but these third party Switch controllers are in a whole other league. Officially released on 23rd March in the UK - so in just a couple of days' time - these controllers are from accessory maker PowerA, which also recently designed a Super...
Video Here's How To Use An Xbox One Or PS4 DualShock 4 With Your Nintendo Switch
It's magic, I tell you!
We love the Switch Pro Controller - in fact, personally we think it's the best controller on the market, at least for our needs. But if you don't want to fork out heaps of cash and you happen to have another console's controller to hand, you might feel inclined to use that if the humble Joy-Con don't cut it for you. That's...
Video You Can Fit Practically Everything In WaterField's New SwitchPack Carry Case
Perhaps not the kitchen sink
Bag maker WaterField has been producing superb storage and travel options for Nintendo fans since the days of the 3DS, and has already given us an excellent Switch option. However, the company clearly sees room for improvement in everything it makes, as it has just released the new, larger
Deals You Can Now Pre-Order HORI's Portable Table Mode USB Hub Stand For Switch
Hubba hubba
The HORI Portable Table Mode USB Hub Stand isn't the first such accessory for the Switch that we've seen, but it might be one of the most anticipated due to it being from a trusted manufacturer such as HORI, and because it also features a handy 4-port USB hub. With this device you can use USB devices such as a wired controller, USB...
News Third-Party Nintendo Switch Docks Could Be Bricking Consoles
What's up, Dock?
If you're using a third-party dock with your Switch then you might want to revert back to the official option for the foreseeable future, as we're seeing numerous reports that said docks are "bricking" consoles after the recent 5.0 system update. A wide range of dock options are available on the market, many of which are smaller...
News If You Like Switch Shmups, You'll Want This Vertical Grip
TATE mode engaged
There are loads of amazing shmups available on the Switch eShop, and the fact that you can remove the Joy-Con and turn the console sideways means that vertical shooters are playable in all their TATE glory. However, one annoying element of this setup is that you have to rest the Switch on a surface or place it in some kind...
Video Check Out This GameCube Dock For Nintendo Switch
Just in time for Smash
With the exciting news of Super Smash Bros. coming to Switch later this year, a modders thoughts turn to how to make a homemade GameCube Switch dock with working controllers naturally. We normally wouldn't cover such mods, but Rated-E Mods did such an amazing job with this one, we just couldn't resist! So what do...
News Power Up Your Switch With The Venom Power Pack and Stand
My spider sense is tingling
We've seen quite a few Nintendo Switch charging stands, but this one from UK based gaming accessory manufacturer Venom really caught our eye. The Power Pack and Stand features a sleek and ergonomic design, perfectly complementing the Nintendo Switch and locking securely into place on the rear of the console for easy...
Hardware Review Shika Arcades SOZU.S1 Isn't Just The Ultimate SNES Stick, It's A Work Of Art
Bamboo-zled
The humble video game controller is one of the most important elements of interactive entertainment; it is your interface to an immersive virtual world and any shortcomings it may have (Kinect, we're looking at you) impact massively on your overall enjoyment. It's equally true, however, that not all controllers are created equal, and as...
News Nintendo's New "Extended Input" Patent Hints At Donkey Konga Bongo Support On Switch
Game Boy emulation patent also filed recently
We've already seen how Nintendo Labo is leveraging the power of the Switch hardware in new and exciting ways, but it would seem that Nintendo isn't stopping there. According to a new "extended input" patent filed by the company in August last year, the capabilities of the hardware - including the...
News Hori's New Tabletop Switch Stand Comes With USB Ports For Accessorising On The Move
Portable power
Japanese peripheral maker Hori has just revealed a new tabletop stand for the Switch, but this one comes with some neat additions which set it apart from the hordes of simplistic portable stands currently on the market. The most notable feature is the fact that the stand allows you to charge your Switch while you're playing (as long...
News 8Bitdo's New Bluetooth Adapter Lets You Use The PS4 DualShock With Your Switch
Or the Wii Remote, if you'd prefer
Accessory maker 8Bitdo is launching a new Bluetooth adapter which allows you to use all manner of controllers with your Nintendo Switch. The device - which sports a brick-like design that is no doubt inspired by Super Mario Bros. - plugs into the USB port of the Switch dock. Once connected, it allows you to link...
News WaterField Launches The SwitchPack Carry Case To Celebrate The Console's Anniversary
"Players need not worry about losing power"
Taking your Nintendo Switch out and about can be a dangerous business if you haven't got it safely tucked away inside a case of some sort and, luckily for us, we've seen numerous offerings from various companies to suit our portable gaming needs. While budget-priced cases are also available, San...
Feature These Five Switch Accessories Are Too Stupid to be True
And yet here they are
As with any successful video games console, many manufacturers out there have been trying their hand at creating accessories they believe people will want. Most of the time these are fine or forgettable, but these five are so ridiculous it's amazing they exist at all. This one doesn't really need explanation. The only time...
News You Can Now Talk To Pikachu With Amazon Alexa Or Google Home
This is the best day. EVER.
Continuing today's celebrations of Pokémon Day (the original games were released 22 years ago today in Japan), news has surfaced that the Pikachu Talk service - which was previously exclusive to Japan, is now available in western territories. Available to use with Amazon Alexa in "most countries" and Google Home in...
News 8Bitdo's Latest SN30 Pro Controller Firmware Update Improves Analogue Accuracy On Switch
Firmware gets bumped up to version 1.25
8Bitdo has just issued a new firmware update for its excellent SN30 and SF30 Pro controllers, which are of course compatible with the Nintendo Switch. According to the patch notes, this update has been issued to "enhance the accuracy of analog on Switch mode", which should be of particular interest to those...
News Spread The Love With These Adorable Nintendo-Themed Valentine's Cards
Available to download for free
If you're planning to pluck up the courage to finally ask your crush on a date this Valentine's Day, or even if you just want to send your special someone a nice little message, these Nintendo-themed Valentine's cards might just do the trick. Featuring a whole host of well-known characters from your favourite Nintendo...
Hardware Review Does The Retro-Bit NES Power Stick Give You The Advantage?
Microswitched marvel
These days, gamers are pretty comfortable with the fact that there are multiple control options available when it comes to playing on their console of choice. The basic, in-the-box pad isn't always the best that's on offer, and there are myriad official and unofficial controllers doing the rounds, each claiming to hold a...
News Nintendo Has Plans For More Switch Peripheral Hardware
Nintendo Labo might be just the start
We hope you like peripherals, because it seems like Nintendo has plenty more up its considerable sleeve. Check out this interesting line from Takashi Mochizuki's Wall Street Journal report on Nintendo's latest good fortunes: People familiar with the development plans said new peripheral hardware devices...
News The Dream Of Crowdfunded Switch Dock SFANS Has Turned Into A Nightmare
"I don’t even want to look at this thing. Just makes me mad"
Remember SFANS? Billed as the Switch dock that's small enough to fit in your pocket, it was crowdfunded last year to the tune of $130,000. We were lucky enough to get our hands on a pre-release version and came away sufficiently impressed to give it a hearty recommendation. The trouble...
News This Could Well Be The Ultimate SNES Arcade Stick, And It's Made Of Bamboo
Wood you believe it
UK company Shika Arcades has produced what is shaping up to be the very best arcade stick option for SNES players - and it's made from bamboo. We're no strangers to gaming hardware fashioned from wood here at Nintendo Life, but this example looks like it could take things to the next level. Featuring Sanwa parts and...
News Soon You'll Be Able To Give Your Switch A Whopping 512GB Of Extra Storage
Take that, SanDisk!
2018 is already off to a great start with Europe-wide memory specialist Integral Memory leading the charge to deliver the mightiest Micro SD card known to mankind. Its new 512GB microSDXC V10, UHS-I U1 card will be the perfect companion for the Nintendo Switch, we think. Sure, it will probably cost as much as the Switch...
News Give Your Smartphone A Link To The Past With This Awesome Zelda-Themed Case
One case to Hyrule them all
It's hardly going to rock your world to learn we're quite the fans of all things Hyrulian here at Nintendo Life, so when we got word of a super-rad smartphone case with a serious case of the Zeldas you can imagine our barely contained excitement. Okay, so technically it's only available in Japan at the moment (come on,...
Random The Ouya Pad Lives On As A Knock-Off Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Back from the dead
Remember the Ouya? You'll be forgiven for saying no at this point, because the ill-fated micro-console didn't exactly make the splash that its creators predicted it would. One of Kickstarter's early hits, Ouya failed to set the games market alight and quietly faded into the night, never to be seen again. Well, almost never. The...
Random This Could Well Be The Silliest Nintendo Switch Accessory Yet
'Comfortable Hands Free Stand' will work wonders for your street cred
We've seen some crazy third party accessories for the Nintendo Switch so far, with 'The Switch Visor' being one of our favourites for lazy players. However, the 'Comfortable Hands Free Stand' as spotted by eagle eyed game developer Jake Kazdal in Japan might take the...
Feature Testing The Best RGB SCART Cables Known To Humanity
These ones pack-a-punch
Not all retro gaming AV cables are created equal, despite what you may have read or heard. Unlike HDMI – which is a digital signal – the analogue realm is subject to wild variances when it comes to quality, and the pursuit of the perfect audio visual setup has become the lifelong objective of many a retro gamer. Some will...
News The Hyperkin "Pupper" Switch Joy-Con Grip Is Just Too Cute For Words
It charges your Joy-Con, too
When the Nintendo Switch was first revealed to an unsuspecting world, it didn't take long for people to make the connection that the attachment into which you slide the Joy-Con kinda looks like a cute puppy face with droopy ears. Shortly after, we got this successful Kickstarter. Thankfully the dream of turning...
Gallery Checking Out 8Bitdo's New SNES Classic Edition Wireless Gamepad
New look, same quality
While the biggest news to come out of 8Bitdo recently is the launch of the excellent SN30 Pro controller, the company has also released another notable product: the SNES Classic Edition Wireless Gamepad. As the title suggests, this is a controller aimed at those who have purchased a SNES Classic Edition and are looking for a...
News They'll Sure See You Coming With These Super Mario Switch Quick Pouches
Mario or Luigi, you decide
While we don't make a habit of covering every single accessory released for Switch, we're perfectly happy to make an exception every now and then - and this is one of those times. The moment we saw these officially licensed Super Mario Quick Pouches for Switch we knew we had to own them. Produced by Keys Factory, each...
Random Here Are Some Licensed Collectible Nintendo Switch 'Lunchbox Kits'
For Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey
In today's episode of 'Nintendo licenses the darndest things' we have Collectible Lunchbox Kits for Nintendo Switch; well, they're more interesting than those standard cases we're all carrying around. PowerA is behind these licensed curios that blend the nostalgia for old lunchboxes with useful stuff...
News Give Your Switch A Game Boy Look With These Custom Joy-Con Shells
Party like it's 1989
Custom Joy-Con shells are all the rage at the moment, with fans creating their own unique looks for the Switch's diminutive controllers. We've seen some impressive pieces of craftsmanship over the past few months but this latest project will certainly strike a chord with veteran gamers who fondly recall the original Game Boy...