Nintendo Switch Main Thread

[Member-115369]

FYI, if you're using Google Authenticator for you 2FA on your Nintendo Account and get a new phone make sure you disable that first. I got an iPhone 11 yesterday as my 6s was starting to not hold a charge again after the iOS13 update (replaced the battery less than a year ago). I didn't realize the Google Authenticator stuff was tied to device, rather than account so it lost all those 2FA set ups and I didn't have my backup codes they sent when I set it up (thought I saved a screen shot of the, but couldn't find it).

It wasn't a big deal as I just called support and they disabled 2FA so I could sign in and reset it up. From Googling others had to provide date of account creation, recent purchases etc., but the lady I talked to asked for nothing but my name and e-mail. Not the greatest from a security standpoint, but glad to get it fixed as I have no idea what date I made the account (did the merger with the older account system to the new one whenever) or exact dates for recent digital purchases.

I switched from Google Authenticator to Authy. Authy works with any sites that support Google Authenticator and has secure cloud backups and multi-device support so you can move your 2FA stuff to new devices and not have these headaches of having to keep backup codes stored somewhere (though I was sure to do that This time too!).

[ajh2298]

Will a wall charger from a iPhone XR be good enough to charge a Switch?

[mike79]

Originally Posted by ajh2298

Will a wall charger from a iPhone XR be good enough to charge a Switch?

Probably but not while docked and displaying to a TV. It will probably charge a little slower also. When I use my Samsung charger on my switch it works but not for docked mode.

[Scarface32]

Originally Posted by ajh2298

Will a wall charger from a iPhone XR be good enough to charge a Switch?

After the 5.0 update, I only use official Nintendo chargers now. Prior to that, I used my iPad charger. I wouldn’t risk it, just stick with the official charger.

[Member-115369]

Originally Posted by ajh2298

Will a wall charger from a iPhone XR be good enough to charge a Switch?

Maybe not to gain charge while playing. Something with full USB-C Power Delivery does the trick for that.

While a bit price I use this (or likely an older model of it) exclusively for my Switch Lite now (and sometime for my original Switch when playing in handheld mode with a low battery) with zero problems. You don't want to go cheap with USB-C power delivery chargers as those can fry things.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SGE1MHPP74RFFK

Just need a USB-C to USB-C cable for the power delivery, and the other ports are handy as hell for my phone/table charger and a micro-usb to charge my wireless headset I use for gaming. I have it all next to my gaming recliner loveseat so I can just plug in when anything is running low while gaming.

[Member-115369]

I’m still loving my Switch Lite. I haven’t touched my original, docked Switch since getting it. I’ve just been playing DQ11 and Mario Maker 2 while watching sports or sitting on my deck now that the weather has cooled off. All my TV gaming time has been going to Borderlands 3.

[Member-115369]

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Hyper Sentinel is currently 12 cents in the eshop. No idea if it is good, but figured I could spend the 12 gold points to try it out.

[heyadol]

Originally Posted by Scarface32

After the 5.0 update, I only use official Nintendo chargers now. Prior to that, I used my iPad charger. I wouldn’t risk it, just stick with the official charger.

What’s the significance of that update?

I used my MacBook charger the one time I took my switch on a trip to save space, but I generally use the official products.

[Steelmaker]

Originally Posted by dmaul1114

I’m still loving my Switch Lite. I haven’t touched my original, docked Switch since getting it. I’ve just been playing DQ11 and Mario Maker 2 while watching sports or sitting on my deck now that the weather has cooled off. All my TV gaming time has been going to Borderlands 3.

I don't get the preferred handheld mode with this. I mean, on the go, sure but sitting at home why would you prefer it over playing it on a nice big TV screen? It'd be like saying, "yeah I have a 55" tv with surround sound but I prefer watching movies on my phone."

[darkness2918]

Originally Posted by dmaul1114

I’m still loving my Switch Lite. I haven’t touched my original, docked Switch since getting it. I’ve just been playing DQ11 and Mario Maker 2 while watching sports or sitting on my deck now that the weather has cooled off. All my TV gaming time has been going to Borderlands 3.

But you could've also just undocked your regular Switch to play handheld mode.

[Scarface32]

Originally Posted by heyadol

What’s the significance of that update?

I used my MacBook charger the one time I took my switch on a trip to save space, but I generally use the official products.

The Switch doesn’t use the standard USB-C power distribution, and the 5.0 update bricked several Switches that used 3rd party docks. If you check YouTube for videos talking about this, you’ll find a lot.

[Donl1282]

I wish Nintendo continued to release new NES/ Super NES mid month on Switch Online as before. Now we don’t know when they will release new games after announcing they no longer adhere to that release schedule.

[Member-115369]

Originally Posted by darkness2918

But you could've also just undocked your regular Switch to play handheld mode.

If you read my earlier posts about why I got the Lite.

1. My original model has some screen damage from a drop.

2. It being bigger and heavier always hurt my hands and wrists when playing in handheld mode. The Lite being smaller and lighter doesn’t.

3. Having a dpad instead of the lame ass buttons on the left JoyCon are a godsend for playing things like Mario Maker in handheld mode.

More simply, the original Switch just sucked as a portable IMO due to being big and clunky and lacking a dpad. Money not being much of an object for me, the Lite made a lot of sense as I’d been wanting to play handheld more and more.

[darkness2918]

Originally Posted by dmaul1114

If you read my earlier posts about why I got the Lite.

1. My original model has some screen damage from a drop.

2. It being bigger and heavier always hurt my hands and wrists when playing in handheld mode. The Lite being smaller and lighter doesn’t.

3. Having a dpad instead of the lame ass buttons on the left JoyCon are a godsend for playing things like Mario Maker in handheld mode.

More simply, the original Switch just sucked as a portable IMO due to being big and clunky and lacking a dpad. Money not being much of an object for me, the Lite made a lot of sense as I’d been wanting to play handheld more and more.

Understandable. The one thing that would probably get me to get a Lite someday is if they ever release a nice Legend of Zelda LE version. Id be all over that

[Member-115369]

Originally Posted by darkness2918

Understandable. The one thing that would probably get me to get a Lite someday is if they ever release a nice Legend of Zelda LE version. Id be all over that

I could see it when the Breath of the Wild sequel.

It’s definitely worth having a light on top of a regular of you game a lot and fin the original uncomfortable and/or want a dpad in handheld. It’s so much more comfortable for me and I play Switch games more as a result. I have a hard time getting motivated to play them on the TV as most of my TV gaming time goes to PS4 and PC games (better graphics that deserve the big screen time and online games with friends).

[celticmoon]

Anybody thinking of getting Ring Fit Adventure? It actually looks pretty fun, and the reviews are looking decent.

[Scarface32]

Originally Posted by celticmoon

Anybody thinking of getting Ring Fit Adventure? It actually looks pretty fun, and the reviews are looking decent.

I’m considering it.

[Member-115369]

Originally Posted by celticmoon

Anybody thinking of getting Ring Fit Adventure? It actually looks pretty fun, and the reviews are looking decent.

I sent the info to my wife as she was thinking about trying Wii Fit U again (still have the Wii U hooked up for it, not in my gaming room). Looks like this could be a better workout than that.

I don’t have interest in it personally as I have a gym membership and these workout games do little for me. Great for less active people to start getting more fit though.

[heyadol]

Originally Posted by dmaul1114

I could see it when the Breath of the Wild sequel.

It’s definitely worth having a light on top of a regular of you game a lot and fin the original uncomfortable and/or want a dpad in handheld. It’s so much more comfortable for me and I play Switch games more as a result. I have a hard time getting motivated to play them on the TV as most of my TV gaming time goes to PS4 and PC games (better graphics that deserve the big screen time and online games with friends).

Is it a pain switching saves between...Switches? Are you able to use the same cloud-save on two systems?

[Scarface32]

Originally Posted by heyadol

Is it a pain switching saves between...Switches? Are you able to use the same cloud-save on two systems?

For games that support cloud saves, it’s pretty simple. However games like Pokémon and Animal Crossing don’t/won’t support cloud saves.

Also if you have digital games, you need an internet connection to play them on the non-primary Switch. No internet is required to play physical games.