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| | The controllers for the system are called "joy-cons." The joy-cons can fit onto either side of the system, be used solo, or placed onto a controller for a more traditional experience. Additionally, Nintendo also released a pro-controller. | | The controllers for the system are called "joy-cons." The joy-cons can fit onto either side of the system, be used solo, or placed onto a controller for a more traditional experience. Additionally, Nintendo also released a pro-controller. |
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| | + | The Switch was released worldwide on March 3, 2017. Initially, stores got limited quantities of the system, which caused it to be sold out for the first few months of it's lifespan. However, by Christmas 2017, the system was widely available. There were problems with some systems cracking and bending due to heat, as well as the battery life being short. In August 2019, Nintendo would begin using a different type of battery with the Switch. |
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| | + | Memory became an issue with the system. The internal memory was 32 GB. If someone desired to play more games, they would have to buy a micro SD card. Nintendo would release their own micro SD cards, but the Switch was compatible with most any card, regardless of manufacturer. |
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| | *The Witcher III: Wild Hunt | | *The Witcher III: Wild Hunt |
| | *Pokemon Sword and Shield | | *Pokemon Sword and Shield |
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