Nintendo adds a new wrinkle to its game-distribution system. Here's what game-key cards are, how to spot them, and a workaround if you prefer physical games.

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One Ubisoft developer has explained why Star Wars Outlaws on Switch 2 will rely on Game Key Cards instead of standard cartridges, citing technical limitations of the console’s physical media.

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The Switch 2 is a real upgrade over its predecessor, but it comes with its own set of annoyances that weren't a problem with ...

The Switch 2's newer Game-key cards aren't too popular among gamers. The cartridges don't hold games, but instead contain license keys to unlock access to a downloadable version of the game. There's ...

Retailer Video Games Plus has confirmed that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered will be a Game Card on Switch 2.

Nintendo has sent Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 players a survey asking about the Game Key Cards. The survey, reported by SwitchSoku (via VideoGamesChronicle), asks players if they own any Game Key cards ...

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As Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade's Switch 2 arrival looms, FF7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi adds his two cents to the game-key card debate. As controversy surrounding Nintendo Switch 2 ...

It seems Nintendo is aware that fans aren’t happy about Switch 2’s Game-Key Cards. The company has released a new survey asking users for feedback about physical video games. The survey is fairly ...