The Nintendo Switch 2 is out now, alongside a mess of accessories. Here's everything you need (and everything you don't).

Anyone unsure of what the Nintendo Switch 2 actually is and what it does will want to read this simple breakdown before picking one up at launch.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is about to go up for sale across the US, and we’ve got everything you need to know before it goes live.

On your old Switch, go to System Settings > System > System Transfer and then follow the prompts until you see "Searching for the Nintendo Switch 2 console". It might take a while, but your transfer will then start once you hit 'Start Receiving Data' on your Switch 2. Once that's done you're ready to go.

Our guide to the best Nintendo Switch 2 controllers is here to help you decide on which crucial gaming accessory to pick up first.