Nintendo notes that VRR “helps games move seamlessly by preventing frame skips and flickering.” Arcade Archives Ridge Racer 2 is one title that has specifically mentioned making use of the tech.

Mario Kart World Direct announced

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April 2: A Mario Kart World Direct is on the way, Nintendo has announced. The presentation will take place on April 17 at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.

Mario Kart World was fully revealed today, but it’ll have its own dedicated presentation later in the month. Fans looking for more information about it will want to tune in.

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Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility list [update: news for two games]

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April 2: Nintendo has provide a new Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility list, which outline which games aren’t compatible with Switch 1.

As of now there’s just one title identified as fully nonfunctional – that being Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit. Nintendo has also outlined games that need a Nintendo Switch Joy-Con, titles that start up but have issues, and ones with flat-out start up problems.

Here’s the full list:

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Split Fiction confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: Creator’s Voice]

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April 2: The recently-released Split Fiction has been confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2. It will be available at launch.

Split Fiction, a co-op adventure game, just debuted not too long ago to a strong reception. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will take advantage of GameShare and GameChat. With GameShare, you can play locally with just one copy of the game with another player on their Nintendo Switch 2, even if they don’t own the title. GameChat will let players share live video and voice chat from their console system while playing Split Fiction together.

More: EA, Hazelight Studios, Split Fiction

MMORPG Puzkin announced, targeting Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 – from former Paper Mario, Monster Hunter, Final Fantasy devs

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Today, Tokkun Studio unveiled its new project Puzkin: Magnetic Odyssey. The game is targeting release on both Nintendo Switch 1 and 2.

Puzkin is a cross-platform sandbox MMORPG “designed from the ground up to be the safest and most creative online world for families”. The game features a unique battle system, creation and construction, exploration with quests, the ability to create shops, and more.

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Nintendo Switch 2 on track for 145% tariff hit with consoles made in China

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Nikkei issued a report today indicating that Nintendo Switch 2 is set to face a 145 percent tariff hit with most production taking place in China.

There’s been a lot of discussion as of late over the console’s price and how much Nintendo would be impacted. It’s true that various tech products will be exempt – at least for now – from tariffs initiated by President Trump. However, that does not seem to apply to gaming consoles. Nikkei Asia says it has seen “an internal assessment memo by a major Apple and Nintendo supplier” which indicates that the 145 percent tariff affecting goods made in China is still in place.

Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom on Switch 2 allows for equipment repairs with Zelda Notes

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New information has come to light that The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild or Tears of the Kingdom will support weapon repairs, which is done through the upcoming Zelda Notes portion of the Nintendo Switch app.

The durability system in Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom was one of the more controversial aspects of the games. Over time, equipment would break with use. If you had a certain weapon you really liked, once you whacked enemies enough times with it, generally it’d break and you’d lose it.

More: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat will have a report feature

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According to Nintendo, its new GameChat functionality for Switch 2 will include a report feature.

GameChat is one of the big things being highlighted for the upcoming console. Up to twelve people chat while playing titles on the system, and on top of that, screen sharing is possible.

More: GameChat, interview, Kouichi Kawamoto, Takuhiro Dohta, Tetsuya Sasaki, top

Madden NFL and FC for Nintendo Switch 2 to offer feature parity with consoles “as much as the hardware allows”

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During last week’s Nintendo Direct, EA announced Madden NFL and FC for Switch 2. That means the big sports franchises will be appearing at some point, though we’re not quite sure as to what’s planned at the moment.

Commenting on its recent Nintendo Switch 2 announcements, EA said:

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First images released for Switch 2’s Nintendo Switch Online app

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Thanks to the official Japanese website, first images for the Nintendo Switch Online app for Switch 2 are now available. This can be accessed directly on the home menu.

If you’ve booted up the app at all on the Big N’s current console, the overall design should look pretty familiar. The initial screen has different banners highlighting ongoing activities, promotions, and more. There also sections for things like Nintendo Classics and cloud saves.