We’ve known for months that the Switch 2 would maintain backward compatibility with the vast majority of Switch games, but one major question was whether the Switch 2’s improved hardware would benefit older Switch games in some way.

It’s a big day for Nintendo fans. The gaming giant’s new console, the $450 Switch 2, arrives on store shelves globally after being announced in April — marking Nintendo’s first major console launch since the original Switch arrived roughly eight years ago.

Beyond patches to upgrade frame rates and resolution, you'll be able to use your OG Switch to play games alongside the Switch 2.

In Kirby Air Riders, you'll get the chance to ... For more, check out our Switch 2 review or dive into our list of the best Switch games for some blasts from the past. After reviewing films ...

The latest Mario Party and Kirby games are getting Switch 2 editions, and the much-anticipated Metroid Prime 4 with launch for both Switch systems at once. Looking further into 2025 and beyond, you can expect some promising new Kirby and Zelda spin-offs ...

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Those not lucky enough to snag a preorder may be waiting in long lines this week if they want to play Mario Kart World.