When I picked up my pre-ordered Switch 2, I was unsure if my copy of Mario Kart World would be digital or physical one. Apparently, I wasn’t the only one confused. However, when I opened the system I ...

Nintendo has shaken up how it treats your digital game purchases. It's now calling those virtual game cards, and it hopes to make it easier for you to share your games across multiple Switch systems.

Nintendo has released system update version 20.0.0 for the Nintendo Switch. The update adds Virtual Game Cards, GameShare support for compatible Nintendo Switch 2 games, System Transfer to Nintendo ...

Nintendo Switch owners with the console's latest system update have noted that it is no longer possible to play the same digital game online across two systems simultaneously. Previously, a Switch ...

One of the worst things for consumers about the endless march of digital products is that life can get decidedly awkward when you buy a new version of a system you already own. If you want to keep ...

Nintendo has pushed out a major system update for the Switch that enables its new Virtual Game Card ownership system for digital games, as well as several Switch 2-related features, including ...

As Senior Video Producer at CNET, Sean worked on more videos than he can count. He covered video games and video game hardware through previews, reviews, events and more. Nintendo Switch firmware ...

Nintendo adds a new wrinkle to its game-distribution system. Here's what you get with a game-key card and how to tell what you're really buying before you check out.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has the Virtual Game Card system, which lets you share your games with friends. (To be clear, the original Nintendo Switch has this too, but you may have seen a notice about it ...