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10 Must-Have Games For Your Nintendo Switch

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Devonne Tourre

Aug 27, 2018

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10 Must-Have Games For Your Nintendo Switch

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Nintendo's pride and joy, the Nintendo Switch, has been out for more than a year. Amassing over one thousand games in its library, it continues to grow every month. However, people tend to pick up games that are newer, instead of aiming for the ones that have been out for a while. So, let's revisit some of these must-have games to really make the Nintendo Switch experience click.

1. ARMS

While not quite popular with most gamers due to its lacking content and repetitive gameplay, I believe that this game utilizes the Nintendo's controllers, the Joy-Cons, to their fullest extent. Holding the controllers in your fists and physically punching with them (along with pushing buttons) is something no other game on the system does yet. No matter what the opinion is on the game, you have to give credit where credit is due––its mechanics are quite unique.

2. Minecraft

Let's face it––Minecraft is on every system imaginable. From phones to decked out consoles, why would anyone choose the Nintendo Switch for their Minecraft experience? Simple––the system's portability is great for taking it on the go. And with cross-play for Xbox releasing not too long ago, this game is perfect for local or online buddies to hang out and do whatever they want in a blocky, creative environment.

3. Stardew Valley

What's better than living life? Living a virtual life where you can farm, fish, meet and interact with people, and most importantly––collect fossils for a museum! Stardew Valley is one of those singleplayer games that anyone can pick up and play. Not to mention that its soundtrack is quite atmospheric, especially when the seasons change. (Psst, Nintendo. This isn't a replacement for Animal Crossing. We need another one soon, please!)

4. Hollow Knight

Fight off enemies in a darkened world that you've been mysteriously dropped into with this 2D action-adventure game. While releasing for the system not too long ago, it's been talked about quite a lot around the internet. I do have to warn any newcomers though: the bosses in this game are truly a fight. I personally like this game a lot, but it's really tough.

5. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

A grand adventure featuring Nintendo's main character, Link! This game took The Legend of Zelda franchise in a completely new direction, with a spanning world with tons to do and explore. Venture to discover many Shrines and Divine Beasts and battle many Guardians to eventually come face to face with Ganon himself.

6. Fortnite

It's free and it's popular. Next!

7. Splatoon 2

Even if you don't like shooters––Splatoon's main gameplay––Splatoon 2 will still captivate you with its expansive lore and extraordinary fashion sense. Anyway, Nintendo's fun-filled shooter (and newest IP, aside from ARMS) is crazy popular with its fans, and I believe it deserves a spot in everyone's Switch library, even if it isn't their cup of tea. You'll eventually come to like it.

8. Kirby: Star Allies

A grand adventure featuring Nintendo's main character, Kirby! This game is a callback to Kirby: Return to Dreamland on the Wii, which featured an overarching yet quite basic story. Star Allies has the same concept, but doubles down on it to create an amazing experience quite like no other. In this game, the player can combine abilities to make powerful weapons, and so on. If you want a game that you can play through and relax to, Star Allies is for you.

9. Super Mario Odyssey

A grand adventure featuring Nintendo's main character, Mario! Wait, I'm getting deja vu. Mario embarks on another journey yet again to rescue Princess Peach, but it's a bit different this time around––Mario's hat is possessed by Cappy, who aids Mario on his quest. Sprint through cities, soar over boiling lava, and jump up super high to stop Bowser's evil plots. Trust me, this is not an adventure that any Nintendo Switch wants to skip.

10. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

This game isn't even out yet, but it's shaping up to be one of the best Smash games––no, one of the best games––for the system to date. On December 7^th, we're going to be duking it out with all of Nintendo's boys and girls, including some unique fighters such as the recently announced Simon Belmont and King K. Rool. I cannot be more hyped for this game, and it's going to be amazing. Get this in your gaming library ASAP!

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10 Must-Have Games For Your Nintendo Switch

From indies to triple A titles, there's something here for everyone.

1. ARMS

2. Minecraft

3. Stardew Valley

4. Hollow Knight

5. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

6. Fortnite

7. Splatoon 2

8. Kirby: Star Allies

9. Super Mario Odyssey

10. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

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Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

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All you need is love, love is all you need

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