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Is it bad to leave a game in the Switch?

Yes, all physical games must be inserted before you can play them. The only way to play a game without a cartridge inserted is by purchasing the digital edition from the switch store. Yes you should leave it in.
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Is it OK to leave games on for the Switch?

As long as the battery charge holds, yes. I've had my Switch in sleep mode for days at a time and was able to pick up immediately where I left off. The switch can handle it, but it's draining energy. If you don't plan on playing for a while, save the game and turn your switch off.
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Does leaving Switch in dock ruin battery?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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Can Switch cartridges get damaged?

Here's the problem: If you look at the back of a Nintendo Switch cartridge, you'll notice a set of deep ridges on the bottom half, separated by plastic strips. If any of those strips is broken or cracked enough to move, it is possible for the cartridge to damage a component in the console.
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How do I safely remove a game from a Switch?

Open the game card slot cover located on the top right side of your Nintendo Switch system. Gently push down on the inserted game card until the card clicks. Release the game card and it will partially eject. Slide the game card out of the game card slot and close the cover.
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Is it okay not to remove game card in Nintendo Switch?

Yes, all physical games must be inserted before you can play them. The only way to play a game without a cartridge inserted is by purchasing the digital edition from the switch store. Yes you should leave it in.
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Will I lose everything if I delete a game on Switch?

Deleting or archiving software will not impact your save data. Once deleted, software can be redownloaded using the same Nintendo Account with which it was purchased. If a microSD card is inserted, the save location will default to the microSD card when downloading or redownloading software.
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What can damage a Nintendo Switch?

Take care not to expose the Nintendo Switch system to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The LCD screens may be damaged by sharp objects or pressure. Take care to protect the displays from scratches or stains. Do not cover any console air intakes or vents while playing, to avoid overheating.
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Are Nintendo Switch games easy to damage?

The Nintendo Switch cartridges are very durable -- moreso than you conventional CD-ROM even. The cases they come in are so oversized, I'd recommend getting a case to hold all your games though.
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How long will Switch games last?

Matter of fact Switch cartridges might have more longevity considering games are saved to the Switch's on-board system memory rather than on a battery within the cartridge. Just keep the games in a dry place and they should be good for your entire life.
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Why is my Switch hot when docked?

If the air intake or air vent is obstructed, your console may become hot. Please move your console so there's at least 10 cm of space around the console's air intake and air vent. Alternatively, if the air intake or air vent is dusty, use a vacuum cleaner or similar to remove the dust.
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Can you overcharge joy cons?

Oh right, one more thing, you can charge the Joy-Cons with the Charging Grip overnight if you have to. It won't "overcharge" it so to speak. So charge away if you need to! That's what they're for!
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Is it bad to play Switch while charging?

Yup, as a matter of fact, it charges in the dock. Yes, it is safe to play the Nintendo switch while it is charging(hence that it charges while in TV mode).
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How many hours should a Nintendo Switch last?

For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001(-01) [product serial number begins with "XKW"], the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours. For Nintendo Switch Lite, model number: HDH-001, the battery life is approximately 3 to 7 hours.
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How many Switch games is too much?

It really depends how much storage space you have. As long as you have enough storage and/or Microsd cards you can have as many games on the switch as you want. There is no “game limit.” You're limited by your storage capacity.
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How many hours spent on game Switch?

To view play times for a single profile, look at your profile page. Under Play Activity, you'll see the 20 titles you've played most recently, with approximate play times.
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Why do shooters feel bad on Switch?

It's with aiming where things become wonky. Aiming is way too sensitive on the Switch, making it incredibly difficult to lock onto a target. Not only that, there seems to be a ridiculous amount of aim acceleration as well. The Switch also does not seem to have aim assist or at least any that I can see or feel.
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What is the hardest game to run on Switch?

Here are some of the hardest games to grace the Switch.
  1. 1 Donkey Kong: Tropical Freeze.
  2. 2 Thumper. ...
  3. 3 Darkest Dungeon. ...
  4. 4 Cuphead. ...
  5. 5 Dark Souls: Remastered. ...
  6. 6 Hollow Knight. ...
  7. 7 Super Meat Boy. ...
  8. 8 Celeste. ...
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Can you overuse a Nintendo Switch?

No. The official Nintendo Switch dock not make the Console overheat while in use. There are is alot of air flow to make sure that the hardware doesn't overheat.
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Can the Nintendo Switch get fried?

This damaged charger could even produce unexpected voltage to an output pin, which in turn has the potential of damaging the Nintendo Switch hardware. These are some of the more common reasons behind the Nintendo Switch getting fried since its launch.
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How hot is too hot for a Switch?

The Switch console can overheat if played in environments over 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35 degrees Celsius), Nintendo says as Japan, Europe and the US experience sweltering heat waves.
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What can brick your Nintendo Switch?

The bricking problem has been a thing for the past several years and is most famously blamed on using third party devices to charge or dock the Switch, and VectorDriver breaks it all down in a semi-dense electrical engineer tutorial of conductors, voltage, and Switch innards. What is this?
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Can you redownload a game after deleting it from the Switch?

Games that have been archived (not deleted) will still have an icon on the HOME Menu, and can be redownloaded by anyone on the console. Games that have been deleted will not have an icon on the HOME Menu, and can only be redownloaded with the Nintendo Account that was originally used to purchase them.
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Can you use any SD card for Nintendo Switch?

Can I use an SD card on Nintendo Switch? Only microSD cards can be used on the Nintendo Switch console. Due to the slot size, SD cards and miniSD cards are not compatible with Nintendo Switch.
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Will uninstalling a game free up space?

Uninstalling Steam games can free up space to install new games. You can uninstall Steam games right from your Steam Library. Once you uninstall a Steam game, it won't be playable until you reinstall it.
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