Discover the Ultimate 1-2-Switch Gaming Experience

Everybody 1-2-Switch! is a 2023 party video game developed by Nintendo and NDcube for the Nintendo Switch. It serves as a sequel to the 2017 game 1-2-Switch and focuses on team-based minigames designed for social gatherings. The game supports up to 8 players using Joy-Con controllers and up to 100 players with smartphones, making it highly versatile for large groups.

Gameplay

• Features 17 team-based minigames, each with multiple variants.
• Minigames are hosted by "MC Horace," a character with a cartoon horse head.
• Supports two modes of play:
  • Joy-Con Mode (2–8 players): Includes physical and motion-based games like relays and hide-and-seek.
  • Smart Device Mode (2–100 players): Uses smartphones for activities such as trivia quizzes, auctions, and bingo.
• Special modes include:
  • Quiz Party: Players answer trivia questions, with an option to create custom quizzes.
  • Bingo Party: Uses smartphones as bingo cards.

Development and Reception

The game was inspired by the Jackbox Party Pack series and aimed to expand on the original 1-2-Switch by incorporating smartphone compatibility. However, it received mixed reviews due to limited gameplay variety and repetitive mechanics. Despite this, its budget-friendly pricing and unique concept were praised.

Additional Features

• No internet connection is required for Joy-Con Mode, but Smart Device Mode requires an active connection.
• Compatible with Nintendo Switch Lite when using additional Joy-Con controllers.