NBC Select highlights the best buys for Nintendo Switch & Nintendo Switch 2, with expert guidance from Jakin Vela, PhD, the Executive Director of IGDA Foundation, the world’s largest nonprofit membership organization serving all individuals who create games.
The Nintendo Switch is in a class of its own when it comes to gaming. The handheld gaming console is small enough to fit in a bag, but powerful enough to run classic and action-packed games like the Mario Bros. franchise and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
First released in 2017 as a standalone console for gaming at home and on the go, the Nintendo Switch now has a universe of its own with gear and accessories tailored to its unique design. In 2025 that universe expanded when Nintendo released the highly anticipated Switch 2.
Below, we break down everything you need to make the most of your Nintendo Switch gaming experience. We also share the best accessories and games for beginners and experienced gamers alike.
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