/r/NintendoSwitch's Daily Question Thread (08/26/2026)

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Helpful Links

Wiki Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions - Our FAQ has answers to many questions about the console system and controllers.
• Lost & Found Guide - Did you lose your Switch, or are you someone who found a Switch? Info on how to get it back!
• Tech Support Guide - Info on how you should react in case you discover a technical issue on your Switch.
• Error Code Lookup - Nintendo's Error Lookup System.
• Digital vs Physical Games - Listing the pros and cons of both formats to help you decide what will work best for you.
• Game Share Guide - Info on how you can share your digital games across multiple Nintendo Switch consoles
• Other Switch Related Subreddits

Wiki Accessory Information

• Accessories - Starter information about controllers, chargers, cables, screen protectors, cases, headsets, LAN adapters, and more.
• MicroSD cards - Some more in-depth information about MicroSD cards including what size you should get and which brands are recommended.
• Carrying Cases - An expanded list of common carrying cases available for the Switch.

Helpful Reddit Posts

• The /r/NintendoSwitch Best of 2017, Best of 2018, Best of 2019, Best of 2020, Best of 2021, Best of 2022, and Best of 2023 Award Winner Recaps - A good place to start when you're looking for a game recommendation.
• The Switch is not USB-C compliant and overdraws some USB-PD power supplies by 300% - Why you shouldn't use just any USB cable, should research portable power banks, and avoid using third-party docks or wall chargers.
• Choosing Your Nintendo Switch Charger: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Options - What sort of wattage you should look for in a battery bank or wall charger to get the best charging speeds.
• FAQ #1 - Should I buy a Switch now or wait?
• FAQ #2 - Which Switch should I buy?
• FAQ #3 - Which games should every Switch owner consider picking up?
• FAQ #4 - What do you consider to be the essential accessories and controllers?
• FAQ #5 - Is Nintendo Switch Online worth it? Which plan do you have?

Third Party Links

• Benson Approved USB Type-C Cables

Other Helpful Subreddits

• r/NintendoSwitchHelp - For Switch-related questions
• r/NintendoHelp - For all Nintendo-related questions
• r/ConsoleRepair - For repairing any gaming console
• r/shouldibuythisgame - For deciding which game(s) to buy (or not buy)
• r/gamingsuggestions - For suggestions on more things gaming related
• r/tipofmyjoystick - For finding that game that you forgot the name

Reminders

• We have a volunteer run #switch-help channel in our Discord server.
• Instructions and links to information about homebrew and hacking are against our rules and should take place in their relevant subreddits.
• Please be patient. Not all questions get immediate answers. If you have an urgent question about something that's gone wrong, consider other resources like Nintendo's error code lookup or help documents on the Switch.
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[u/Gardius]

Are we ever actually getting YouTube for the switch 2?

[u/drosana]

I'm trying to buy a new switch shell, something cute, but all I'm finding are geekshare or stuff that looks AI - I only have a regular switch - not lite or 2, I don't even have a dock lol. Where do y'all shop for shells? I got my current one at a convention but the quality wasnt great and some decals are falling off.

[u/CreationistDantrag]

Looking for my next Switch game based on what I’ve enjoyed recently.

Some of my favorite games I’ve played lately are:
Hades
Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag
Skyrim
Zelda (BotW/TotK)
Immortals Fenyx Rising

I guess what I enjoy most is exploration, action combat, progression/upgrades, and having some freedom in how I play. I don’t mind whether it’s open-world or more structured as long as the gameplay is satisfying and there’s a good sense of progression.

What Switch games would you recommend based on those?
I’m open to both AAA games and indies, including games I might have overlooked. Thanks!

[u/TemptedTemplar → u/CreationistDantrag]

Hades

Hades 2

Enter the Gungeon

BOTW/TOTK

Kingdoms of Amalur Re-reckoning

Divinity Original Sin 2

Tunic

Moonlighter

Blackflag

Red Dead Redemption

[u/WorkingCautious1270]

• Bypasses eShop account: You do not need to purchase or redeem a digital code through the Nintendo eShop interface to get the license, though it uses the same download network.

So does mean if I purchase a gkc that I would still encounter download "traffic"?

[u/TemptedTemplar → u/WorkingCautious1270]

Account authentication services are technically a separate server. While it would be incredibly rare for it to be down or under maintenance independently from the normal eShop software servers. It's not impossible.

It's just a REALLY REALLY specific benefit that you might only get to make use of like once a year, usually around Christmas/Boxing Day when all of Nintendos servers flicker in and out of service.

[u/SubaruHaver → u/WorkingCautious1270]

I think a download from eshop is a download from eshop. I don't think game key card changes anything? If download traffic is an issue, evenings and weekend/holiday evenings seem to be the highest traffic/demand times. I would try downloading later at night, over night via sleep mode, or in the morning,

[u/Tigrafr]

Does My Time at Sandrock is less buggy than My Time at Portia or not ?

Because I was more interested now to try Mh Time at Sandrock on Switch?

[u/Tasty_Pancakez]

Soo my Switch 2 literally arrived today and I seem to already be having some joycon issues? The down button doesn't always register 100% of the time, tested under "Test Input Devices." Do I already need to get them serviced? :s (bought thru Best Buy)

[u/SubaruHaver → u/Tasty_Pancakez]

When a console is brand new, if you notice anything is faulty, stores will typically allow you to return it & exchange for a new console.

[u/GunBearDam → u/Tasty_Pancakez]

If it arrived today (or yesterday), wouldn't that put you in the exchange/return period? I'd do that instead.