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Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch

•Mar 3, 2017

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Nintendo Switch Guide

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Nintendo Switch Review - 2018

8.3

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The Nintendo Switch has delivered on its promise of console-quality gaming both at home and on the go.

Summary

Nintendo Switch is a gaming console created by worldwide gaming leader Nintendo. It features both console and portable play options.

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Initial Release

Mar 3, 2017

Platforms

Nintendo Switch

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Hardware, Console

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