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Nintendo Switch update adds Virtual Game Cards and Switch 2 cloud transfer support

Nintendo is gearing up for the Switch 2's rollout by adding several key features to the original system.

Those who have been fortunate enough to lock in a Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order will surely be counting down the days until the console arrives on June 5. Nintendo is laying the groundwork for its upcoming system with an update for the original Switch that adds support for a few key features. This will let you transfer all your data to a Switch 2 locally once you have the latest console in your possession.

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