With 62.44 million units sold as of August 2020, the Nintendo Switch is ready to take over the NES as Nintendo’s second-highest selling console. In addition to this, it has also become Nintendo’s fastest-selling [https://nichegamer.com/2018/01/04/nintendo-switch-now-the-fastest-selling-home-game-console-in-u-s-history/?__cf_chl_captcha_tk__=d22256bef985caebac540c2039f7a144d5f5bb71-1600006892-0-AZj3QMTys9mOTfxTaPPB1rYFvqbhmov_zRgx0Eq0HqAuCmf_3c4NmPMub9ambz_Ul9rfFIwVeYL3nS3Uf670molz7XKJ3S8p5QVLfMPLH4zIfPl1rww-Ku8tASxwoFwMyrk3O6UlO9OfpO8-9hxrWrTUvA4qi0BINBVFL5hhJZxzopRPiH2SSHqEI-dDqaD6DJJI1-DRwdMmYcIswh3mNEPUwFVvBCkLltjgXbU0rk1JiRbJO0ixhY3CY2qMj5ShGOsmbvmC9ZIjc8RCICtLVFxF1Nc_51YTxRxJlJIJnSqwoymZliB0gmu5GLMtzYTgQg_SRuN83AzlsQBGuxNFiuJKolH3mE_gViRgHhmdyj0s0LsWQm1G-T04bnYRzbwI6EbbNbFpq3igx0JXC7jmX9VeXj1574rIoZVtJPt9Ab2ClNs5F5RDDlTxeGCiYAp4DBey8Rw2uRoa5nHoVuVFKPzW5Lktp6t0KU2lgu7BOFCCZSUChSP2Ubo9CzJNTQkao14lltG1tTijRI9mrAAmhXif14KmTPfZmwsEXaONVsCdsl2dRVAPIY7-i0KbstNns_7WCK4K-ec-jB-MJSSx8FfYDh4pkKoC804we_Zi1FTD] console in US history. “Over the past year, we have seen sales balloon worldwide. From 32.27 million (February 2019) to 34.77 million (April 2019), 36.87 million (July 2019), 41.67 million (October 2019), 52.48 million (January 2020), to 55.77 million (May 2020),” NicheGamer [https://nichegamer.com/2020/09/11/nintendo-switch-sells-over-15-million-units-in-japan-animal-crossing-new-horizons-sells-over-5-6-million-units-in-japan/?__cf_chl_captcha_tk__=0b5f6fc12eea970b30e506c31e1f0e34d169b569-1599984167-0-AU9ov-T0kQIcrMKXHaUTDNunB3cI0hU7BBqvyxjuaDEXnv-wcANgYUCw3jI7K3giHYthksrt9MvzNaywJ0JZ6x_ScS1mmeR3t9kfqPMYL9x1fQxRLYO2p2cEH5EJJ0E-FmxMd1ptrNtoPSdUrFsf4mgAQpOwYsgEvW21ZcuaR6XCVeblzUOS6sShuCOQ1uXYB2K2WshlXSopcS1qIqRD_9quXmKrGv1Uo8osDWXUZG6NYzY_LUpiHooQF_-BVH5jgx4SakmVtcWMxU_8b6NbAmgz_HRUvUbJn5OMVOmrU9npNB1SH472n16nWa0gwSZ1aPwTbaNfgrTOkENQ34dCRyNhMdQkgvv6JP2m3oMk4_DgjqQ9Wub-RUI62zy405t63WrZaUKHCj9s6Kf3BgzryLwdscQbbujLdQX9Q9Qoli55T19bx88ciyV94qbMcK2QKD54tSc5EkM1aKe7p4tA4ldP3G4Dkhfbm8F59OGtYksWrlOHgqBAt96H3wD77Xo6kVm4fUPfumOqbe0qDCObe3EgEFhrd2MnCMtTx6EyvUjMMg8lvvpssbW5hNM-cRXzTIV5sQS6XPye_-4Tw9RJ6XxnLyq1irigQ330NzF5t8X5WedM4BzqOLfEv77epIhSfe3Dxsw94foitf4fr86EtKbqza_ZeZNoK7RcDRBoZ2My] reported. Given the recent figures available from Japan, a single game seems to behind this success. This comes from a recent survey published by Famitsu [https://www.famitsu.com/news/202009/10205495.html], a Japanese gaming website. The survey reported that the Switch has sold 15 million units in Japan alone since its launch. SECOND HIGHEST-SELLING GAME ON NINTENDO SWITCH Animal Crossing for Nintendo Switch [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Animal-Crossing-New-Horizons-PC-Unlocked-Version-Download-Full-Free-Game-Setup-1600x900-3.jpg]Animal Crossing for Nintendo Switch The survey also reported that these sales have been boosted since the launch of Animal Crossing: New Horizons [https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-animal-crossing-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-gameplay-nintendo-switch/]. The game has sold above five million copies since its launch and has become the fastest selling Switch game in Japan. [https://nichegamer.com/2020/05/14/animal-crossing-new-horizons-becomes-best-selling-nintendo-switch-game-in-japan/] With approximately 1.8 million copies sold, it has also recorded the best opening weekend for any console game in Japan. Thus, it should come as no surprise that with above 22 million copies sold, Animal Crossing has also become the second highest selling game [https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/finance/software/index.html] for a Nintendo Console. However, being only about four million copies behind Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, it won’t be long till it before it becomes the highest selling Nintendo game of all time. The Nintendo Financial Results Explanatory Material notes that the game “contributed greatly to overall growth in sales.” The coronavirus pandemic has been attributed to Animal Crossing: New Horizons‘ success. Reasons for this fame vary from the game’s cute and relaxing tone to it providing a sense of routine and stability at a difficult time. The rising sales of Animal Crossing continue to be good news for Nintendo. The boost in sales could also be the perfect platform for Nintendo to unveil the Switch Pro in 2021. Fans would love to play their game in 4K resolution once the new console arrives [http://www.essentiallysports.com/nintendo-releasing-upgraded-switch-next-year-esports-news/]. 

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<h2>Animal Crossing 2021 - New Horizons, Pocket Camp, New Leaf, Wild World</h2>
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<h2>Animal Crossing: New Horizons - First Release</h2>
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the fifth main title in the Animal Crossing series. The game underwent a worldwide release on March 20, 2020, for the Nintendo Switch console. Since then, it has amassed immense popularity and received worldwide acclaim.

It is currently the newest entry in the series after Animal Crossing: New Leaf (2012). Following its release, New Horizons became one of the few games in the series to get additional post-launch content periodically.

New Horizons' launch was initially planned for 2019 after the game was first announced during a Nintendo Direct in September 2018. Fans were treated with the first gameplay footage during the Nintendo Direct for E3 2019. The event showcased the new narrative and game mechanics. However, this event also confirmed that the game's launch would be delayed until March 2020.

More gameplay followed during the Nintendo Direct in September 2019, accompanied by a new trailer with additional information. After that, the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Direct greeted fans with a detailed look into the game in February 2020. Ultimately, in March 2020, the game saw the light of the day.
<h2>What is Animal Crossing: New Horizons?</h2>
It is a real-time life simulation video game developed and published by Nintendo. The story starts with the player assuming control of a customizable character who relocates to a deserted island after purchasing a Nook Inc. Getaway Package from Tom Nook, one of the most popular Animal Crossing characters having appeared in every title in the series.

The game takes place in real-time, and a player can explore the island in a non-linear manner. They can collect and craft items and evolve the island into a beautiful community of anthropomorphic Animal Crossing villagers.

Players can progress with their island life at their own pace. They can indulge in gardening, fishing, trapping bugs, collecting fossils, and more. Getting acquainted with the animal residents, decorating and designing the island to perfection are perhaps some of the most attractive features. The time of the day and the seasons match with real life.

Fishing and catching insects are among the favorite pastimes for island dwellers. Since the game follows real-time mechanics, there is a wide variety of critters to catch, depending on the season and time of the day.
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<p class="txt-big vp-slide vp-slide--up vp-delay-4">The best part about collecting all the items is that one can donate them to Blathers for the museum. Blathers is an Animal Crossing character who is exceedingly interested in the island ecosystem. He will gladly accept new species of bugs and fish and analyze the fossils dug up.</p>
Besides that, players can fill their pockets with items they find while exploring. They can also carry necessities like a fishing pole, net, shovel, and pole.

Planting flowers aids in the beautification of the island. Players can water their garden plots to make their plants bloom. Then they can harvest or cross-pollinate. One may even end up growing a flower with rare colors.

Another specialty of the island is the fruit growing on trees. Players can also plant new varieties of fruit from other islands. One can either plant a piece of fruit or dig up a sapling and carry it in their pocket until they locate the perfect spot to plant it.
<h2>Why is Animal Crossing: New Horizons so popular?</h2>
There are more reasons for the game's popularity apart from the enticing features mentioned above. New Horizons is praised for its straightforward yet immersive gameplay. On top of that, a wide range of customization options means players can modify almost anything to their liking. Besides, there is no competitive rush, meaning players can progress at their own pace.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons quickly broke several records after releasing. It became the highest-selling game in the Animal Crossing series and the second-highest selling game on Nintendo Switch.

The game provided a much-needed escape from the harsh reality for millions around the world when the COVID-19 pandemic was at its peak. Moreover, amid the strict stay-at-home and social distancing orders, players took to the world of New Horizons to indulge in real-life activities in the game.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons' massive popularity also stems from the variety of new features introduced. Using their NookPhone, players can keep track of critters collected, DIY recipes learned, call islanders, take pictures, collect Nook Miles, and much more.
<p class="vp-slide vp-slide--up-min vp-delay-4">One can also customize their NookPhone's appearance, use the Island Designer app for terraforming their islands, and even create intricate custom designs through Pro Designs.</p>
Players can earn Nook Miles by completing tasks or going about their daily island routine. They can then use the Miles to access new DIY recipes, bigger pockets, buy special items like a Nook Inc. uniform, alongside several other in-game services and products.
<h2>Crafting and Customization</h2>
One can give their island a personal touch. They can customize their community at their own pace with greenery, furniture, and decorative items. Then they have the freedom to place those items indoor or outdoor to their pleasing.

Players can select starting locations for their homes, the residents' homes, and several other buildings. They can place bridges and ramps, alter river paths and cliffs. Furthermore, fences are available along with a path creator.

Players can use Tom Nook's workbench to craft furniture, tools, and a lot more to decorate their island paradise. Eventually, a player will learn to create DIY benches of their own. Islanders can also teach the player new DIY recipes if the player speaks to them while they are crafting.

New buildings such as Resident Services and Dodo Airlines and locations such as Harv's Island have only added to the popularity of the game. Alongside town customization, there are also options for furniture customizations.

During the beginning of the game story, the player is prompted to customize their character's eyes, skin, hair, nose, and mouth. Besides that, a player can obtain hairstyles and colors by redeeming Nook Miles at a Nook Stop. Overall, Animal Crossing: New Horizons gives the player more freedom for customization than previous titles in the series.
<h2>Is Animal Crossing: New Horizons free?</h2>
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is not available for free. One can purchase a digital version directly from the official Nintendo website for $59.99.

However, after purchasing, one can enjoy the free updates that keep coming out from time to time, bringing seasonal in-game events and activities.
<h2>ACNH Details</h2>
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<td><strong>First Release </strong></td>
<td><strong>Animal Crossing</strong> released on April 14, 2001</td>
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<td><strong>Latest Release</strong></td>
<td><strong> New Horizons</strong> released on March 20, 2020</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Spin-offs                 </strong></td>
<td><strong>Main Series:</strong> Animal Crossing, Wild World, City Folk, New Leaf, New Horizons. <strong>Spin-offs:</strong> Happy Home Designer, Amiibo Festival,  Pocket Camp</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Developer</strong></td>
<td> Nintendo EPD (Published by Nintendo)</td>
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<td><strong>Genre</strong></td>
<td> Social simulation</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Platform</strong></td>
<td>Nintendo Switch</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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Animal Crossing 2021 &#8211; New Horizons, Pocket Camp, New Leaf, Wild World Animal Crossing: New Horizons &#8211; First Release Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the fifth main title in the Animal Crossing series. The game underwent a worldwide release on March 20, 2020, for the Nintendo Switch console. Since then, it has amassed immense popularity and received worldwide acclaim. It is currently the newest entry in the series after Animal Crossing: New Leaf (2012). Following its release, New Horizons became one of the few games in the series to get additional post-launch content periodically. New Horizons&#8217; launch was initially planned for 2019 after the game was first announced during a Nintendo Direct in September 2018. Fans were treated with the first gameplay footage during the Nintendo Direct for E3 2019. The event showcased the new narrative and game mechanics. However, this event also confirmed that the game&#8217;s launch would be delayed until March 2020. More gameplay followed during the Nintendo Direct in September 2019, accompanied by a new trailer with additional information. After that, the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Direct greeted fans with a detailed look into the game in February 2020. Ultimately, in March 2020, the game saw the light of the day. What is Animal Crossing: New Horizons? It is a real-time life simulation video game developed and published by Nintendo. The story starts with the player assuming control of a customizable character who relocates to a deserted island after purchasing a Nook Inc. Getaway Package from Tom Nook, one of the most popular Animal Crossing characters having appeared in every title in the series. The game takes place in real-time, and a player can explore the island in a non-linear manner. They can collect and craft items and evolve the island into a beautiful community of anthropomorphic Animal Crossing villagers. Players can progress with their island life at their own pace. They can indulge in gardening, fishing, trapping bugs, collecting fossils, and more. Getting acquainted with the animal residents, decorating and designing the island to perfection are perhaps some of the most attractive features. The time of the day and the seasons match with real life. Fishing and catching insects are among the favorite pastimes for island dwellers. Since the game follows real-time mechanics, there is a wide variety of critters to catch, depending on the season and time of the day. The best part about collecting all the items is that one can donate them to Blathers for the museum. Blathers is an Animal Crossing character who is exceedingly interested in the island ecosystem. He will gladly accept new species of bugs and fish and analyze the fossils dug up. Besides that, players can fill their pockets with items they find while exploring. They can also carry necessities like a fishing pole, net, shovel, and pole. Planting flowers aids in the beautification of the island. Players can water their garden plots to make their plants bloom. Then they can harvest or cross-pollinate. One may even end up growing a flower with rare colors. Another specialty of the island is the fruit growing on trees. Players can also plant new varieties of fruit from other islands. One can either plant a piece of fruit or dig up a sapling and carry it in their pocket until they locate the perfect spot to plant it. Why is Animal Crossing: New Horizons so popular? There are more reasons for the game&#8217;s popularity apart from the enticing features mentioned above. New Horizons is praised for its straightforward yet immersive gameplay. On top of that, a wide range of customization options means players can modify almost anything to their liking. Besides, there is no competitive rush, meaning players can progress at their own pace. Animal Crossing: New Horizons quickly broke several records after releasing. It became the highest-selling game in the Animal Crossing series and the second-highest selling game on Nintendo Switch. The game provided a much-needed escape from the harsh reality for millions around the world when the COVID-19 pandemic was at its peak. Moreover, amid the strict stay-at-home and social distancing orders, players took to the world of New Horizons to indulge in real-life activities in the game. Animal Crossing: New Horizons&#8217; massive popularity also stems from the variety of new features introduced. Using their NookPhone, players can keep track of critters collected, DIY recipes learned, call islanders, take pictures, collect Nook Miles, and much more. One can also customize their NookPhone&#8217;s appearance, use the Island Designer app for terraforming their islands, and even create intricate custom designs through Pro Designs. Players can earn Nook Miles by completing tasks or going about their daily island routine. They can then use the Miles to access new DIY recipes, bigger pockets, buy special items like a Nook Inc. uniform, alongside several other in-game services and products. Crafting and Customization One can give their island a personal touch. They can customize their community at their own pace with greenery, furniture, and decorative items. Then they have the freedom to place those items indoor or outdoor to their pleasing. Players can select starting locations for their homes, the residents&#8217; homes, and several other buildings. They can place bridges and ramps, alter river paths and cliffs. Furthermore, fences are available along with a path creator. Players can use Tom Nook&#8217;s workbench to craft furniture, tools, and a lot more to decorate their island paradise. Eventually, a player will learn to create DIY benches of their own. Islanders can also teach the player new DIY recipes if the player speaks to them while they are crafting. New buildings such as Resident Services and Dodo Airlines and locations such as Harv&#8217;s Island have only added to the popularity of the game. Alongside town customization, there are also options for furniture customizations. During the beginning of the game story, the player is prompted to customize their character&#8217;s eyes, skin, hair, nose, and mouth. Besides that, a player can obtain hairstyles and colors by redeeming Nook Miles at a Nook Stop. Overall, Animal Crossing: New Horizons gives the player more freedom for customization than previous titles in the series. Is Animal Crossing: New Horizons free? Animal Crossing: New Horizons is not available for free. One can purchase a digital version directly from the official Nintendo website for $59.99. However, after purchasing, one can enjoy the free updates that keep coming out from time to time, bringing seasonal in-game events and activities. ACNH Details  First Release  Animal Crossing released on April 14, 2001  Latest Release  New Horizons released on March 20, 2020  Spin-offs                  Main Series: Animal Crossing, Wild World, City Folk, New Leaf, New Horizons. Spin-offs: Happy Home Designer, Amiibo Festival,  Pocket Camp  Developer  Nintendo EPD (Published by Nintendo)  Genre  Social simulation  Platform Nintendo Switch

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<h3><strong>Nintendo Switch - History, Sales, Current Market Value, Popular Games</strong></h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Nintendo Switch is one of the most popular gaming consoles on the face of this planet. The reason behind this is not just the legacy that its creator holds but also the fact that the console captures a majority of a market that is not very passionately captured by others, or it would be better to say that not many consoles had the potential to do the same. Although there are a number of competitors in the market now, back when Nintendo Switch was released in 2017, no one stood even close.</span>

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<h2>History of Nintendo Switch</h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Nintendo Switch is <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nintendo/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nintendo</a>’s latest Primary console. It is the first home console ever to provide its users with a hybrid functionality. This console was released on March 3, 2017 worldwide.  </span><span style="font-weight: 400">The console was instantly met with a positive reaction all thanks to its innovative functionality and launch library. The most popular among its launch titles was <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/the-legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild</a>, which usually gets credit for its success.</span>

<strong>Popular Games</strong>

<span style="font-weight: 400">However, the most popular Nintendo Switch game is <strong>Mario Kart 8 Deluxe</strong> This kart racing game from the Mario franchise was released at the same time as the Switch. Thanks to the hype of the console and the game, it has gone on to remain their undisputed leader in sales. As per the reports from the end of 2022, Mario Kart remains at the top of the best-selling Nintendo Switch games with a mammoth <strong>52 million</strong> copies sold.  </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The top position was at risk at one point, but the end of the pandemic stopped that wild run. At one point, in Switch's journey, <strong>Animal Crossing: New Horizons</strong> was a game that gained instant popularity thanks to its chill nature and its availability during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. Many credits this game for keeping them happy during this trying time. Released during the lockdown period, this game was unstoppable and was easily the favorite to topple Mario Kart 8. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">However, that pace dropped due to many reasons, with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-animal-crossing-new-horizons-fans-give-up-on-the-game-despite-nintendo-scheduling-a-maintenance-update/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">unimpressive updates being one of them</a>. Nevertheless, the brilliant fame saw it become the second most successful game with a little over 10 million short of taking the top spot. And all this in a short span of two years.</span>

Further down the list, <span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild</strong>, <strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/pokemon-scarlet-and-violet/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pokemon Scarlet and Violet</a></strong>, <strong>Super Smash Bros. Ultimate</strong>, and <strong>Super Mario Odyssey</strong> prove their popularity as a few of the Switch favorites with their sales.</span>

<strong>COVID-19 turned out to be a boon for Nintendo</strong>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The COVID-19 pandemic only helped raise the popularity of the Nintendo Switch. The console sold more, and it is the newly launched game <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/animal-crossing-a-new-reality-in-the-pandemic-new-horizons-esports-news/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Animal Crossing: New Horizons broke several sales records</a>. It broke the record at Nintendo for being the fastest-selling title in Europe after one year of sale.</span>

If that wasn't satisfying enough the next one will do the job. New Horizons had<a href="https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/animal-crossing-has-broken-nintendos-first-year-sales-record-in-europe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> sold 31.18 million copies</a> dated December 31, 2020. In the same year, Nintendo Switch sold 27.3 million consoles. It is also to be noted that ACNH was not out till March 2020, making this stat even more stupendous.

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<span style="font-weight: 400">Although the game has won many hearts doesn't mean it was flawless. Even the record-breaking console had its flaws. The biggest criticisms of the Switch are its low graphical power, a commonly known issue with its Joy-Con controllers, and its lack of a customizable user interface. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">While there was no fix for the graphical power, Nintendo failed to <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-nintendo-games-takes-the-first-step-to-improve-the-joy-con-experience-for-its-users-free-of-cost/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">address the Joy-Con-related issues</a> for the longest time and they have yet to do anything about its simplistic user interface.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Paying heed to these problems could have won more hearts, but they did their best and produced new things. Since its release, Switch has received several new features such as Bluetooth headphone connectivity, media transfer, and game folder creation through numerous updates.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400"> Nevertheless, the hybrid console has done what it was intended to do. Since its release, the Switch has sold <strong>122.55 million units</strong> as of December 2022, making it the <strong>third</strong> best-selling game console in the world, and the <strong>second</strong> best-selling Nintendo console behind Nintendo DS, which stands at 154.02 million units sold. The top of the overall list is the PlayStation 2 with over 155 million sales.</span>

<strong>Although untouchable, Switch might finally have competition</strong>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The Nintendo Switch has been untouchable in the market for a long time. Its uniqueness has been the major reason why it stood out when compared with other consoles in the market. Nintendo sells to its own niche, hence its popularity is never threatened by its several rivals. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">However, new players have entered the race and the one threatening it is <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/steamdeck/">Steam Deck</a>, which can now be considered a better alternative. An <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-is-steam-deck-in-trouble-asus-rog-unleashes-a-game-changer-in-portable-gaming/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">even better player is set to step into the field</a> as ASUS 'ROG Ally' is said to be the 'best in the world' after boasting its features recently.</span>
<h2><b>Nintendo Switch Components - Details, Costs and Differences</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Nintendo Switch comes in three variants, <strong>Original</strong>, <strong>Switch Lite</strong>, and <strong>OLED</strong>. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">The original is the first model ever launched for this console which costs <strong>$299.99</strong>. Switch Lite is a lighter model that comes without a dock and an extended battery life costing <strong>$199.99</strong>. The OLED model comes with a larger OLED display and an updated Dock with a LAN port. Along with these, the price increase is also not small. The expensive of the lot, the OLED variant costs <strong>$349.99</strong>.</span>

<strong>(Note: The above-mentioned price are subject to change from time to time depending on the offers)</strong>

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<span style="font-weight: 400">The Standard Switch package comes with basic accessories such as a charging adapter, a dock, and a pair of <strong>Joy-Con controllers</strong>. Switch Lite only comes with a charging adapter. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">The adapter is used for charging the console and powering the dock in dock mode. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Joy-Cons can be detached from the console and used as individual controllers for offline multiplayer game sessions, adding to the flexibility of this system.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Nintendo <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/esports-news-after-a-year-of-its-release-is-the-nintendo-switch-online-expansion-pack-worth-it/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">introduced an online connectivity feature for Switch</a> called <strong>Nintendo Switch Online</strong>. Users can purchase this service in tiers and receive various perks with more expensive tiers. For example, its most expensive tier called Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass offers a bunch of DLCs and a library of its older systems to subscribers.</span>
<h2><b>What are some of the best games to play on Nintendo Switch?</b></h2>
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 	<li><strong>The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild + DLC - </strong>One of the largest games on Nintendo Switch and its first blockbuster. It was a launch title and many purchased Nintendo Switch to take this game on the go.</li>
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 	<li><strong>Splatoon 3 Bundle (Game + Expansion Pass) - </strong>Prime multiplayer-only franchise for Nintendo gamers.</li>
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 	<li><strong>Metroid Prime Remastered - </strong>Nintendo decided to bring their most popular classic franchises to their hybrid console. Hence they remastered<a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/metroid-prime/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Metroid Prime</a> and released it on this console.</li>
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 	<li><strong>Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - </strong>There's a reason every new Pokemon game created new sales records when it launches. These games add a new open-world twist to this classic series.</li>
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 	<li><strong>Persona 5 Royale - </strong>Persona 5 Royale had been a long time coming to Nintendo Switch. This critically acclaimed Japanese Role-playing Game should be played by anyone with a love of story-based RPGs.</li>
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 	<li><strong>The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (Complete Edition) - </strong>World renowned monster hunter comes to Nintendo Switch. And this game looks way better than anyone would have expected.</li>
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 	<li><strong>Animal Crossing: New Horizon - </strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/animal-crossing-new-horizons/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Animal Crossing</a> makes a transition to base building and crafting with this latest entry. What's best is that its release window was such that its peaceful nature made it very successful.</li>
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 	<li><strong>Super Mario Odyssey - </strong>The only mainline <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/super-mario-bros/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Super Mario</a> game that launched on Nintendo Switch. The game is still considered one of the best platformer titles ever made. Its fanbase is such that they still await a sequel.</li>
 	<li><strong>Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - </strong>The latest in Nintendo's long-running assemble fighting series. The cast of this fighting game really does justice to its ultimate moniker. Featuring almost all characters ever seen in this series.</li>
 	<li><strong>Metroid Dread  - </strong>Metroid Dread made the original sidescrolling series mainline. Fans were really blown away by the visuals gameplay and style of this game. So much so that there are already rumors of the sequel.</li>
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<h2>Nintendo Switch Specifics</h2>
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<td><b>Product</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Video game console</span></td>
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<td><b>Type</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Home Console, Hand-Held Console</span></td>
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<td><b>Owner</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nintendo</span></td>
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<td><b>Country</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">United States, Japan</span></td>
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<td><b>Introduced</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">March 3, 2017</span></td>
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<td><b>Official</b> <b>website</b></td>
<td><a href="https://www.nintendo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>https://www.nintendo.com/</b></a></td>
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<td><b>Models</b></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nintendo Switch Original, OLED, and LITE</span></td>
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Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch &#8211; History, Sales, Current Market Value, Popular Games Nintendo Switch is one of the most popular gaming consoles on the face of this planet. The reason behind this is not just the legacy that its creator holds but also the fact that the console captures a majority of a market that is not very passionately captured by others, or it would be better to say that not many consoles had the potential to do the same. Although there are a number of competitors in the market now, back when Nintendo Switch was released in 2017, no one stood even close. Image Courtesy: IMAGO History of Nintendo Switch Nintendo Switch is Nintendo’s latest Primary console. It is the first home console ever to provide its users with a hybrid functionality. This console was released on March 3, 2017 worldwide.  The console was instantly met with a positive reaction all thanks to its innovative functionality and launch library. The most popular among its launch titles was The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, which usually gets credit for its success. Popular Games However, the most popular Nintendo Switch game is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe This kart racing game from the Mario franchise was released at the same time as the Switch. Thanks to the hype of the console and the game, it has gone on to remain their undisputed leader in sales. As per the reports from the end of 2022, Mario Kart remains at the top of the best-selling Nintendo Switch games with a mammoth 52 million copies sold.   The top position was at risk at one point, but the end of the pandemic stopped that wild run. At one point, in Switch&#8217;s journey, Animal Crossing: New Horizons was a game that gained instant popularity thanks to its chill nature and its availability during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. Many credits this game for keeping them happy during this trying time. Released during the lockdown period, this game was unstoppable and was easily the favorite to topple Mario Kart 8. However, that pace dropped due to many reasons, with unimpressive updates being one of them. Nevertheless, the brilliant fame saw it become the second most successful game with a little over 10 million short of taking the top spot. And all this in a short span of two years. Further down the list, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Super Mario Odyssey prove their popularity as a few of the Switch favorites with their sales. COVID-19 turned out to be a boon for Nintendo The COVID-19 pandemic only helped raise the popularity of the Nintendo Switch. The console sold more, and it is the newly launched game Animal Crossing: New Horizons broke several sales records. It broke the record at Nintendo for being the fastest-selling title in Europe after one year of sale. If that wasn&#8217;t satisfying enough the next one will do the job. New Horizons had sold 31.18 million copies dated December 31, 2020. In the same year, Nintendo Switch sold 27.3 million consoles. It is also to be noted that ACNH was not out till March 2020, making this stat even more stupendous. Image Courtesy: IMAGO Although the game has won many hearts doesn&#8217;t mean it was flawless. Even the record-breaking console had its flaws. The biggest criticisms of the Switch are its low graphical power, a commonly known issue with its Joy-Con controllers, and its lack of a customizable user interface. While there was no fix for the graphical power, Nintendo failed to address the Joy-Con-related issues for the longest time and they have yet to do anything about its simplistic user interface. Paying heed to these problems could have won more hearts, but they did their best and produced new things. Since its release, Switch has received several new features such as Bluetooth headphone connectivity, media transfer, and game folder creation through numerous updates. Nevertheless, the hybrid console has done what it was intended to do. Since its release, the Switch has sold 122.55 million units as of December 2022, making it the third best-selling game console in the world, and the second best-selling Nintendo console behind Nintendo DS, which stands at 154.02 million units sold. The top of the overall list is the PlayStation 2 with over 155 million sales. Although untouchable, Switch might finally have competition The Nintendo Switch has been untouchable in the market for a long time. Its uniqueness has been the major reason why it stood out when compared with other consoles in the market. Nintendo sells to its own niche, hence its popularity is never threatened by its several rivals. However, new players have entered the race and the one threatening it is Steam Deck, which can now be considered a better alternative. An even better player is set to step into the field as ASUS &#8216;ROG Ally&#8217; is said to be the &#8216;best in the world&#8217; after boasting its features recently. Nintendo Switch Components &#8211; Details, Costs and Differences Nintendo Switch comes in three variants, Original, Switch Lite, and OLED. The original is the first model ever launched for this console which costs $299.99. Switch Lite is a lighter model that comes without a dock and an extended battery life costing $199.99. The OLED model comes with a larger OLED display and an updated Dock with a LAN port. Along with these, the price increase is also not small. The expensive of the lot, the OLED variant costs $349.99. (Note: The above-mentioned price are subject to change from time to time depending on the offers) Image Courtesy: IMAGO The Standard Switch package comes with basic accessories such as a charging adapter, a dock, and a pair of Joy-Con controllers. Switch Lite only comes with a charging adapter. The adapter is used for charging the console and powering the dock in dock mode. Joy-Cons can be detached from the console and used as individual controllers for offline multiplayer game sessions, adding to the flexibility of this system. Nintendo introduced an online connectivity feature for Switch called Nintendo Switch Online. Users can purchase this service in tiers and receive various perks with more expensive tiers. For example, its most expensive tier called Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass offers a bunch of DLCs and a library of its older systems to subscribers. What are some of the best games to play on Nintendo Switch? The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild + DLC &#8211; One of the largest games on Nintendo Switch and its first blockbuster. It was a launch title and many purchased Nintendo Switch to take this game on the go.  Splatoon 3 Bundle (Game + Expansion Pass) &#8211; Prime multiplayer-only franchise for Nintendo gamers.  Metroid Prime Remastered &#8211; Nintendo decided to bring their most popular classic franchises to their hybrid console. Hence they remastered Metroid Prime and released it on this console.  Pokemon Scarlet and Violet &#8211; There&#8217;s a reason every new Pokemon game created new sales records when it launches. These games add a new open-world twist to this classic series.  Persona 5 Royale &#8211; Persona 5 Royale had been a long time coming to Nintendo Switch. This critically acclaimed Japanese Role-playing Game should be played by anyone with a love of story-based RPGs.  The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (Complete Edition) &#8211; World renowned monster hunter comes to Nintendo Switch. And this game looks way better than anyone would have expected.  Animal Crossing: New Horizon &#8211; Animal Crossing makes a transition to base building and crafting with this latest entry. What&#8217;s best is that its release window was such that its peaceful nature made it very successful.  Super Mario Odyssey &#8211; The only mainline Super Mario game that launched on Nintendo Switch. The game is still considered one of the best platformer titles ever made. Its fanbase is such that they still await a sequel. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate &#8211; The latest in Nintendo&#8217;s long-running assemble fighting series. The cast of this fighting game really does justice to its ultimate moniker. Featuring almost all characters ever seen in this series. Metroid Dread  &#8211; Metroid Dread made the original sidescrolling series mainline. Fans were really blown away by the visuals gameplay and style of this game. So much so that there are already rumors of the sequel. Nintendo Switch Specifics  Product Video game console  Type Home Console, Hand-Held Console  Owner Nintendo  Country United States, Japan  Introduced March 3, 2017  Official website https://www.nintendo.com/  Models Nintendo Switch Original, OLED, and LITE

The Game Behind the Skyrocketing Sales of Nintendo Switch

Second highest-selling game on Nintendo Switch