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The video examines the feasibility of enjoying a Nintendo Switch OLED in 2023 without an internet connection, emphasizing the user-friendly and offline-capable nature of the console. Through the testing of 15 popular games, including titles like "Zelda: Breath of the Wild," "Super Mario Odyssey," "Minecraft," and "Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom," the majority of games were found to function perfectly offline. First-party Nintendo games consistently performed well, while some third-party games like "NBA 2K23" required significant updates. The overall conclusion highlights Nintendo’s success in making the console largely independent of internet connectivity, thus enhancing its portability and ease of use. Future content will explore similar tests for other gaming consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
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In this part of the video, the narrator explores whether it’s possible to enjoy a Nintendo Switch without ever connecting it online in 2023. Reflecting on earlier console generations (Xbox 360, Wii U, PS3), they recall enjoying games without needing internet access. The video centers around a brand new Nintendo Switch OLED and 14 popular games arranged by their release dates, from “Zelda: Breath of the Wild” to “Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.” The setup proceeds smoothly as the Switch OLED is prepared with firmware version 13.1 from October 2021. Testing begins with “Zelda: Breath of the Wild,” “Mario Kart Deluxe 8,” and “Super Mario Odyssey,” all released in 2017, which work perfectly without an online connection.
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In this part of the video, the presenter tests various Nintendo Switch games to see if they work without an internet connection. They start with Minecraft, which surprisingly works offline, allowing full gameplay without needing an online account. Super Mario Party also works without any issues. Similarly, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Super Mario Bros U Deluxe, and Super Mario Maker 2 all function well without internet or updates. Luigi’s Mansion 3 and Super Mario 3D All-Stars also boot up and play without needing any online connection. The video concludes with Immortals Fenyx Rising, noting uncertainty about its offline capabilities since it is from Ubisoft and not a Nintendo first-party game.
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In this segment, the focus is on testing various Nintendo Switch games to see if they load and function without an internet connection. “Mortal Phoenix Rising” boots up without any issues. “Fire Emblem Warriors Three Hopes” requires a system update from the game card, which it successfully completes without needing internet access. “Metroid Dread” also works without problems. For “NBA 2K23,” a system update is required and after updating, it only allows for a quick game mode without further online updates. Lastly, “Zelda Tears of the Kingdom” prompts for a firmware update upon insertion.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the performance of Nintendo first-party games on a portable console, specifically mentioning “Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.” They note that out of 15 games tested, 14 worked flawlessly, with the exception being “2K23” due to the necessity of downloading a large update. The speaker highlights that Nintendo has designed the console to be fully functional offline by including necessary firmware updates within the game cartridges. This ensures that gamers can play locally without internet connectivity, underscoring the console’s portability and user-friendly design. The speaker also hints at future tests with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.