Why Switch cards are bitter?

Switch games are coated in a thin layer of a compound called Denatonium Benzoate, known in the science world as one of the worst tasting compounds on the planet. A chemical concoction so bitter that as soon as anything it might be on or in touches your tongue, your immediate reaction will be to spit it out.

Why are Nintendo Switch cartridges so bitter?

Nintendo Switch game cards are coated with a bittering agent (Denatonium Benzoate).

How durable are Switch cartridges?

1-7 of 7 Answers. 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.

Is Bitrex on Switch cartridges?

Nintendo's official comment didn't explain why the company opted to add Bitrex to its game cartridges just now. It seems likely that the Switch games got a bitter coating because they're smaller than previous cartridges, and therefore easier to swallow by mistake.

How do you clean a Switch card slot?

Is the game card slot dirty? If it is, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth, like one used to clean glasses, being gentle to avoid scratches.

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Can you use alcohol to clean switch card?

To clean your Nintendo Switch card reader you'll need Q-Tips or cotton swabs and a 70% Isopropyl alcohol cleaning solution. You'll use these two items to remove any dust or debris which may have worked its way inside the Switch card reader.

Can I use alcohol wipes to clean my switch?

Dampen a soft clean cloth with water, wring it out to remove excess water, then gently wipe the product. If you need to disinfect your products: Lightly apply a consumer-grade disinfectant containing about 70% alcohol to a soft clean cloth and gently wipe the product.

How do you get rid of denatonium benzoate taste?

Bitrex is the most bitter chemical compound and has to be removed before alcohol consumption. The home-made methods utilize sodium hypochlorite to disintegrate particles of denatonium benzoate in alcohol and to remove bitter taste before trading.

What bitterant is used on Switch cartridges?

Because of their small size, Nintendo Switch game cards are coated with denatonium benzoate, a non-toxic bitterant, as a safety precaution against accidental consumption by young children.

Can everyone taste denatonium benzoate?

Although denatonium benzoate has a powerful taste, it is colorless and odorless. The taste is so strong, however, that most people cannot tolerate a concentration of more than 30 parts per million of denatonium benzoate.

Can magnets damage Switch cartridges?

There is no problem for a few reasons: Game cartridges are not magnetic media; they store the game data in a ROM (read-only memory) which is stored electronically in a chip/IC.

Are there fake Switch cartridges?

The product could be counterfeit if offered well below the average retail price. Look closely at the print found on game discs, cartridges and packaging. Counterfeiters may ship the game disc or cartridge separate from the packaging or instruction manuals.

Why are Nintendo cartridges so expensive?

Nintendo's cartridge games have a much longer life span than disk-based games, which is why you can still find original retro games from the NES or N64 that are still in perfect working order. Opting for a unique medium for its games costs Nintendo more money to manufacture. That is reflected in the game's final price.

Are Switch cartridges more expensive?

Cartridges are relatively-speaking much more expensive. They also aren't a set cost. Regardless of whether you burn 5GB or 40GB to a Blu-ray disc the media costs the same. Switch cartridges on the other hand, escalate in price depending on whether you need 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB or 32GB of storage.

Can you damage a Switch cartridge?

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.

Are Switch cartridges faster?

On the other hand an SSD harddrive can have speeds between 20.000 - 500.000 IOPS while RPM harddrives have speeds around 50–100 IOPS. So the Switch cartridges outperform the RPM harddrives in the PS4 and Xbox One. But they will be slower than the PS5 and Xbox Series X.

What does bitterant taste like?

A bitterant (or bittering agent) is a chemical that is added to a product to make it smell or taste bitter.

How can you tell if a Switch cartridge is real?

Every Super Nintendo cartridge should have metal security bit screws on the front keeping the game shut and secure. If you ever find one with plastic-like screws, that's a definite sign too. The plastic screws aren't even real and you can actually pop the cartridge open with just your hands.

Does dust off have bitterant?

No, Dust Off contains no bitterant.

Is denatonium benzoate safe to eat?

Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Toxic to aquatic organisms. Accidental ingestion of the material may be harmful; animal experiments indicate that ingestion of less than 150 gram may be fatal or may produce serious damage to the health of the individual.

What neutralizes bitter taste?

Sweetness: From sugar, honey, fruits or otherwise, sweetness will counteract bitter and sour flavours. It can also be used to cut down the heat of a particularly spicy meal.

What is the toxicity of denatonium?

The toxicity of denatonium benzoate is low with acute po LD50's in rats of 485-740 mg/kg. The use of bittering agents, such as denatonium benzoate, could reduce the ingestion of toxic substances by dogs, cats, other animals and children and warrants further investigation.

Can I clean my switch with a Clorox wipe?

To disinfect the screen, which is more sensitive to harsh chemicals, we recommend using 70% isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab. Gently wipe the screen with a cotton swab moistened with alcohol and allow it to evaporate. To disinfect the case and Joy-Cons, use a disinfectant wipe like Clorox or Lysol.

Can I use wd40 to clean a switch?

Wall sockets and switches

If you find any deteriorated terminals or electrical connectors, treat them with a spray of WD-40® Specialist® Fast Drying Contact Cleaner.

Can I use Windex on my switch?

You should not use any type of cleaning product on the Switch's screen, especially window cleaner or cleaning solutions that contain ammonia. These solutions can cause irreparable harm to the Nintendo Switch's display.