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The latest news, reviews, and game guides for the Nintendo Switch, all in one place. Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage of everything Nintendo, with a focus on the company’s flagship console — the Switch. Whether you’re looking for the latest Legend of Zelda game or Joy-Con tips, we’ve got you covered.

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Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s controls are easier with these Switch controllers

If you're struggling with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's controls, you may want to invest in a new controller.
Link wearing the Glide Set. in Tears of the Kingdom.

How to get the wingsuit in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Yunobo in Tears of the Kingdom.

Where to find Sage’s Wills in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Zelda with the Master Sword in Tears of the Kingdom.

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom guides, walkthroughs, and FAQs

A great fairy leans over a small man.

Where to find all Great Fairies in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

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How to get into the Lost Woods in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Master Sword in Tears of the Kingdom.

How to upgrade weapon and shield slots in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Link holding heart container in Tears of the Kingdom.

How to upgrade health and stamina in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Link and Kilton in Tears of the Kingdom.

How to use Bubbul Gems in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Link with the Master Sword in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

The best Zelda games, ranked from best to worst

Link glides with a Majora's Mask-themed glider in Tears of the Kingdom.

All Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Amiibo rewards

Link stands near allied humans and Gorons in Tears of the Kingdom.

Get Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for less with this Switch Voucher trick

Link stands in front of a large stone structure in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Does Tears of the Kingdom have traditional Zelda dungeons?

Does Tears of the Kingdom have traditional Zelda dungeons?

Yes, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom does have dungeons, but they might not be the traditional format you're expecting.
A tower stands against a skyline in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: how to open the Sahasra Slope Skyview Tower

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: how to open the Sahasra Slope Skyview Tower

Most towers in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom are easy to open. The Sahasra Slope Skyview Tower is a little trickier though.
Poes sit near a waterfall in The Legend of Zelda: tears of the Kingdom.

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: how to trade Poes and all Bargainer’s Statue locations

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: how to trade Poes and all Bargainer’s Statue locations

Here's everything you'll need to know about Poes in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, including all Bargainer's Statue locations.
A Like Like appears in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s Like Likes are absolutely horrifying

Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s Like Likes are absolutely horrifying

Like Likes return in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and they're absolutely horrifying.
Link holds a Purah Pad in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: how long to beat and how many quests

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: how long to beat and how many quests

Wondering how long it'll take to vanquish Ganondorf in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom? Here's what you can expect.
Link flies into the air with a rocket in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

7 essential crafts you need to know before starting Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

These 7 crafting recipes will make your journey through The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom much easier.
Zonai batteries glow on Link's belt in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: how to upgrade and increase Zonai battery

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: how to upgrade and increase Zonai battery

Link has a new resource to manage in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Here's how to max out his Zonai battery power quickly.
Link standing on a hilltop overlooking the land of Hyrule.

Who should be cast in Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda movie?

The Legend of Zelda is among Nintendo's most valued IPs, bound for a live-action adaptation sooner or later. But who should be cast in the potential project?
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Pikmin 4: release date, trailers, news, gameplay, and more

Pikmin 4: release date, trailers, news, gameplay, and more

Pikmin 4 is coming to Switch, and we won't have to wait too long to play it. Here's what you need to know about the upcoming sequel.
Prime Day Nintendo Switch Deals

Nintendo Switch 2: 5 features we want in the next-gen console

Nintendo Switch 2: 5 features we want in the next-gen console

We've been hearing rumors about the Nintendo Switch 2 for years now. Here are the improvements we think Nintendo needs to make in its next console.
A student waving a wand in Hogwarts Legacy.

When does Hogwarts Legacy come out on Nintendo Switch?

When does Hogwarts Legacy come out on Nintendo Switch?

Hogwarts Legacy has launched on most platforms old and new, but when is it going to come to the Nintendo Switch?
Link glides with a Majora's Mask-themed glider in Tears of the Kingdom.

Before you start Tears of the Kingdom, pay your respects to Majora’s Mask

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask walked so Tears of the Kingdom could glide.
Link looks at his hand in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: release time, file size, and preload options

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: release time, file size, and preload options

While we can't make it come any faster, we can tell you when The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will release, how big it is, and how you can preload it.
Link stands near allied humans and Gorons in Tears of the Kingdom.

Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers: how they work and eligible games

Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers: how they work and eligible games

Save some cash with these vouchers. If you never got the chance to use them before, here's everything you need to know about Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers.
A man plays The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game.

With its Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom ad, Nintendo just made one of 2023’s best movies

The latest commercial for Nintendo's The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game is one of the best short films I've seen in 2023. Here's why I loved it.
Zelda holds a tear-shaped object in her hand in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's final trailer.

Pre-order Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom now and save $10

Pre-order Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom now and save $10

With this code, you can get The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for only $60 on launch day. Why buy it anywhere else?
Link on island in the sky in Tears of the Kingdom.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom review: limitless creativity

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a spectacular sequel that places no limits on players' curiosity and creativity.

Best video game deals for May 2023: PlayStation, Xbox, Switch

Best video game deals for May 2023: PlayStation, Xbox, Switch

If you're looking for video game deals for the PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, here are some of the best video games across various retailers.
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How to open a two-key chest in Fortnite

How to open a two-key chest in Fortnite

These rare chests contain some of the best guns you can find in the game.
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Don’t expect a Switch Pro or new Nintendo console within the next year

Don’t expect a Switch Pro or new Nintendo console within the next year

On a recent investor call, Nintendo confirmed that we won't be seeing a new Switch model anytime soon.
Person holding Nintendo Switch, looking at the home screen.

The bestselling consoles of all time

The bestselling consoles of all time

Some video game consoles have sold tens of millions of units and launched features that forever changed gaming. Here are the bestselling consoles of all time.
Ganondorf screams in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Best Legend of Zelda boss fights

Best Legend of Zelda boss fights

With dozens of fantastic bosses, narrowing down the best ones was a tough fight on its own. Here are our picks for the best Legend of Zelda bosses of all time.

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