nintendo switch It has incredible staying power for a console that’s seven years old and has only received modest updates to its screen and stand in that time. Unlike the home PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, the Switch is portable, personal, and packed with exclusive and indie games. Since you can play your Switch at home or on the go, you may need batteries, cases, and other accessories you’re not accustomed to buying for your console.
The Switch OLED is a big improvement over the original, and unless otherwise stated in the text or purchase link, the accessories on this list should work with the OLED version, although we haven’t tested them all yet. Some work with Nintendo’s Switch Lite, the mobile version of the Switch that can’t be connected to a TV. Be sure to check out our roundup of the best Switch games and our Switch tips and tricks to get the most out of your system.
Update March 2024: We’ve added HyperX ChargePlay Quad 2, Monoprice portable battery pack, Joy-Con bundle, and eXtremeRate DIY replacement cases.
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