Swap 2 launches June 5 for $449
Swap 2 will launch on June 5, Nintendo introduced. It will likely be obtainable each as a standalone console for $449.99 / CAD$629.99 / £395.99 / €469.99 / 49,800 yen, and as a bundle with a digital copy of Mario Kart World for $499.99 / CAD$699.99 / £429.99 / €509.99 / 53,980 yen. Pre-orders will open on April 9.
“Nintendo Swap 2 is the following step in at-home gaming that may be taken on the go based mostly on eight years of play and discovery that started with Nintendo Swap,” mentioned Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa in a press launch. “With its new options that increase the probabilities of gaming experiences, I really consider that Nintendo Swap 2 is a leap ahead in our journey of placing smiles on the faces of everybody that Nintendo touches.”
Swap 2 will embrace the next content material:
- Nintendo Swap 2 console
- Pleasure-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
- Pleasure-Con 2 Grip
- Pleasure-Con 2 Straps
- Nintendo Swap 2 Dock
- Extremely Excessive-Velocity HDMI Cable
- Nintendo Swap 2 AC Adapter
- USB-C Charging Cable
Listed here are the most recent particulars:
GameChat Permits New Methods to Play Socially, All Collectively
With the brand new on-line function GameChat, folks can play video games and discuss like everyone seems to be in the identical room, even when they’re miles aside. Whether or not sharing a victory or simply waving hi there, GameChat makes it really feel like on-line mates all over the world are on the identical sofa. As soon as GameChat is up, gamers can begin a chat with mates anytime by urgent the C Button on the appropriate Pleasure-Con 2 controller. The system’s built-in mic can be utilized to voice chat whereas taking part in video games with as much as 12 folks in numerous areas. As much as 4 mates can share their display, and in the event that they join a appropriate USB-C digital camera, such because the Nintendo Swap 2 digital camera (offered individually), they’ll additionally video chat, seeing one another’s faces as they cheer, shout, or snicker whereas taking part in. Extra mates can be a part of the chat by way of audio solely. Till the tip of March 2026, GameChat can be utilized with out the necessity to have a Nintendo Swap On-line membership. Afterwards, a Nintendo Swap On-line membership will likely be required.
When initiating a GameChat session, the person invitations folks from their good friend listing. Security options are in place to assist gamers have a protected and safe chat expertise, similar to the power to report an individual whereas in a chat session. As well as, Nintendo acknowledges the necessary position dad and mom and guardians play of their youngsters’s on-line experiences, so youngsters beneath the age of sixteen will want their guardian or guardian to approve their use of GameChat with an up to date model of the Nintendo Swap Parental Controls App.
A Multitude of New Options and Expertises
- A big, vivid display that permits clean movement expression – Nintendo Swap 2 has a big 7.9-inch built-in LCD display that shows in full HD at 1080p whereas sustaining the identical thickness of Nintendo Swap. Even whereas on the go, Nintendo Swap 2 provides vivid, detailed recreation experiences, in addition to clean graphics showcasing character actions and their wealthy facial expressions.
- Pleasure-Con 2 controllers connect to the system with a “snap” – Pleasure-Con 2, the newly designed Nintendo Swap 2 controllers, magnetically connect to the Nintendo Swap 2 console. As well as, both Pleasure-Con 2 controller will be operated like a mouse by sliding it on a floor like a desk or on a pair of pants. They can be utilized in a number of methods, together with for video games that require aiming.
- A brand new freely adjustable stand and a brand new USB-C port – The angle of the brand new steady stand on the again of the Nintendo Swap 2 system will be adjusted freely in order that gamers can discover their most popular viewing angle. Whereas Nintendo Swap has one USB-C port on the underside of the system, Nintendo Swap 2 has a port on the highest of the system as effectively, which makes it potential for gamers to make use of the included AC adapter to cost the system whereas taking part in in tabletop mode. It is usually potential to attach a appropriate USB-C digital camera, just like the Nintendo Swap 2 digital camera accent to get pleasure from video chat on GameChat.
- Highly effective processing velocity and graphical efficiency – Nintendo Swap 2 has considerably improved CPU and GPU efficiency over Nintendo Swap, leading to quicker processing velocity and enabling new visually superior gameplay. It additionally makes it potential to attain extra detailed graphics and quicker loading instances.
- Crisp audio high quality and spatial 3D sound – On Nintendo Swap 2, the sound high quality is extra pure and clearer with an much more balanced sound vary. When taking part in in handheld mode or tabletop mode, gamers will be capable to expertise video games with much more immersive, three-dimensional sound.
- Inner storage of 256 GB – The interior storage of Nintendo Swap 2, the place digital video games and save information are saved, is 256 GB, which is 8 instances the storage capability of Nintendo Swap. For extra storage, Nintendo Swap 2 solely makes use of microSD Specific playing cards, which have quicker information studying speeds than earlier microSD fashions.
- Nintendo Swap video games are additionally playable on Nintendo Swap 2 – Along with Nintendo Swap 2 video games, Nintendo Swap 2 can play appropriate bodily and digital video games launched on Nintendo Swap. Some Nintendo Swap video games will not be supported on or absolutely appropriate with Nintendo Swap 2. Nintendo Swap Pleasure-Con controllers and peripherals, such because the Nintendo Swap Professional Controller, can even be usable on Nintendo Swap 2 by connecting them wirelessly to the system. For extra data on the compatibility with Nintendo Swap video games and equipment, please go to the Nintendo web site.
- The brand new Nintendo Swap 2 Dock – By connecting the Nintendo Swap 2 Dock to a TV, customers can output video at as much as 4K decision and play video games at as much as 120 fps, by way of appropriate video games and TVs.
- A number of folks can play one title with GameShare – With GameShare, a brand new Nintendo Swap 2 function, gamers can share and play the identical recreation with others who wouldn’t have the sport. If one particular person has a Nintendo Swap 2 system and a recreation appropriate with GameShare, that particular person can invite others to quickly play the identical recreation collectively by way of native play with their Nintendo Swap 2 or Nintendo Swap system. Between Nintendo Swap 2 methods, GameShare may also be used together with GameChat for on-line play, in order that gamers can chat with others whereas all of them play the identical recreation.
- Digital recreation playing cards add advantages to digital video games – With digital recreation playing cards, gamers can simply handle all their bought digital video games, play video games on two totally different methods, and even lend or borrow video games. The digital recreation card menu reveals the entire digital video games bought with a person’s Nintendo Account, making it simple to entry the video games and cargo them on the system. As soon as a digital recreation card is loaded onto a system, it may be performed even when the system is just not related to the web, and different customers who’re on that system may also play the sport. Moreover, digital video games will be lent and borrowed amongst members of the identical Nintendo Account household group within the type of digital recreation playing cards by way of native wi-fi communication.
- Nintendo Swap On-line – Nintendo Swap On-line will likely be obtainable on Nintendo Swap 2. On Nintendo Swap 2, gamers with a Nintendo Swap On-line membership will be capable to use options like GameChat together with current on-line options. For a restricted time, all Nintendo Swap 2 house owners can entry GameChat with no Nintendo Swap On-line membership by way of the GameChat Open-Entry interval, which lasts till the tip of March 2026. After that point, a Nintendo Swap On-line membership will likely be required to make use of GameChat. As well as, for Nintendo Swap 2 house owners, Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics will likely be launched proper on the system’s launch. Gamers with a Nintendo Swap On-line + Enlargement Pack membership and a Nintendo Swap 2 system will be capable to entry a rising assortment of Nintendo GameCube video games with clearer picture high quality and better decision than the unique releases. The basic recreation lineup obtainable at launch will likely be F-Zero GX, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, and Soulcalibur II. Together with the basic video games, a devoted wi-fi controller designed after the unique GameCube controller will likely be obtainable for buy by paid Nintendo Swap On-line members.
- Number of accessibility options – Along with current accessibility options on Nintendo Swap, to help gamers’ big selection of gameplay types, Nintendo Swap 2 provides quite a lot of new accessibility choices together with the power to regulate font dimension, allow display reader, and speech-to-text options inside GameChat.
- Secure and safe recreation expertise on Nintendo Swap 2 – With the Nintendo Swap Parental Management app, dad and mom can simply help their youngsters’s gameplay through the use of their good gadget to verify what sort of video games their youngsters play or set limits on how lengthy the system can be utilized every day. As for GameChat, youngsters beneath the age of 16 will want the guardian’s or guardian’s approval on the Nintendo Swap Parental Management app to begin a chat, which makes it potential for fogeys and guardians to handle their youngsters’s chat expertise securely.
Nintendo Swap 2 will likely be obtainable for pre-order in North America from collaborating retailers starting on April 9, 2025.
New Video games for a New System
Nintendo Swap 2 will launch with video games that spotlight its new capabilities whereas bringing everybody alongside for the experience. From model new titles and system exclusives, like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, to exhilarating experiences like EA Sports activities Madden NFL and Cyberpunk 2077: Final Version, to upgraded variations of Nintendo Swap video games like Tremendous Mario Occasion Jamboree – Nintendo Swap 2 Version + Jamboree TV and Sid Meier’s Civilization VII – Nintendo Swap 2 Version, there may be a lot to share and play.
- Put the pedal to the steel in Mario Kart World, a brand-new expertise set in an unlimited interconnected setting. Race seamlessly throughout related programs that ship Mario Kart racing like by no means earlier than. Twenty-four drivers can compete in a race. Take part within the new Knockout Tour mode, the place you’ll barrel by way of back-to-back programs and checkpoints, with no pit stops alongside the way in which. If a participant doesn’t make it to every checkpoint at a high-enough placement, they are going to be eradicated. And in Free Roam, it’s potential to go off the racetrack and drive in any path you would like, discover areas that pique your curiosity and take some photographs at scenic spots with a bunch of mates. Mario Kart World races onto Nintendo Swap 2 on June 5. Extra particulars will likely be revealed in a Mario Kart World Direct presentation on April 17 at 06:00 PST / 09:00 EST.
- Prepare for Donkey Kong Bananza, a brand-new 3D platforming motion journey—obtainable solely on Nintendo Swap 2. Crash, bash, and climb by way of practically every part in DK’s path and tear off chunks of terrain to swing round and throw in groundbreaking exploration. The extra that’s demolished with highly effective punches, the extra areas speak in confidence to uncover. Break on by way of this journey stuffed with mayhem, surprises and bananas when Donkey Kong Bananza crashes onto Nintendo Swap 2 on July 17.
- The brand new capabilities of Nintendo Swap 2 permit for appropriate bodily and digital video games launched on Nintendo Swap to obtain paid Nintendo Swap 2 Version improve packs that includes enhanced graphics, unique content material choices, and new gameplay experiences.
- Star in Tremendous Mario Occasion Jamboree – Nintendo Swap 2 Version + Jamboree TV, that includes distinctive new modes and minigames that showcase mouse controls, the system’s built-in mic, and Nintendo Swap 2 digital camera (offered individually). Invite mates to hitch Bowser Dwell, a recreation show-themed expertise with 2v2 workforce battles and bodily challenges! However beware: Dropping groups might should reply to Bowser himself! Get able to see what’s new on this occasion when it launches July 24.
- See the Kingdom of Hyrule in an entire new means with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Swap 2 Version and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Swap 2 Version, obtainable with efficiency upgrades on Nintendo Swap 2. Smoother body charges, quicker load instances, and higher graphics will make for a recent expertise when revisiting these adventures, and now gamers can even have a bit further assist. Additionally on the way in which is an replace to the Nintendo Swap App (beforehand often called the Nintendo Swap On-line App), referred to as ZELDA NOTES. This game-specific service is unique to the Nintendo Swap 2 Editions of the video games and helps gamers navigate to numerous areas, like that difficult-to-find shrine or hidden Korok, and can even function commentary from Princess Zelda herself that was not a part of the unique video games. Each upgraded titles will likely be obtainable from Nintendo Swap 2 launch day, June 5.
- Kirby’s 3D platforming journey will get an additional Nintendo Swap 2 enhance in Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Swap 2 Version + Star-Crossed World. A mysterious meteor crashes on this planet of Kirby and the Forgotten Land, revealing a brand new story for Kirby. He should use his talents, together with new Mouthful Modes, to clear a path by way of uncharted territory. The improve pack will embrace this new content material which will be performed in single-player and native co-op, in addition to improved efficiency for your complete recreation. Soar into Kirby’s star-crossed world when it launches August 28.
- The galaxy’s biggest bounty hunter Samus Aran returns in Metroid Prime 4: Past. This title will launch on each Nintendo Swap and Nintendo Swap 2, with the latter permitting for each normal controls and Pleasure-Con 2 mouse controls as gamers wield Samus’s arm cannon with extra precision, plus enhanced visuals and efficiency. Select between High quality Mode and Efficiency Mode, each of which help HDR, based mostly in your desire and playstyle. Discover the immersive world in 4K at 60 fps or get pleasure from smoother motion in full HD at 120 fps on appropriate shows when the sport launches in 2025.
- In Pokemon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Swap 2 Version, you possibly can get pleasure from your journey in Lumiose Metropolis on Nintendo Swap 2 with enhanced decision and body charges, coming late 2025.
- Kirby Air Riders, a brand-new title originated from the Nintendo GameCube basic racing-motion recreation Kirby Air Experience, and Masahiro Sakurai, the director of the Tremendous Smash Bros. collection, was introduced for launch this 12 months. The trailer revealed a dramatic introduction of Kirby on his Warp Star machine and different Kirby air riders on quite a lot of distinctive machines, as they joined collectively on a racetrack. Kirby Air Riders will glide onto Nintendo Swap 2 in 2025.
- Use the Pleasure-Con 2 mouse controls and revel in a brand new expertise by strapping into Drag x Drive. A brand new on-line three-versus-three recreation expertise, Drag x Drive (pronounced “Drag and Drive”) challenges gamers to make use of the mouse controls with each Pleasure-Con 2 on the identical time to intuitively steer, velocity up, carry out methods and make performs similar to dunks. Get able to gear up when Drag x Drive launches on Nintendo Swap 2 this summer time.
Whereas it’s comprehensible that gamers will need to hit the bottom operating (or racing) with Nintendo Swap 2, they’ll additionally discover quite a lot of options and particulars the brand new system has to supply. Gamers can enter a digital exhibition with Nintendo Swap 2 Welcome Tour and acquire insights into what makes Nintendo Swap 2 such a singular gaming expertise. By tech demos, minigames and different interactions, gamers will get to know the brand new system inside and outside in methods they could by no means have recognized about in any other case. Nintendo Swap 2 Welcome Tour will likely be available for purchase from Nintendo eShop from Nintendo Swap 2 launch day, June 5.
Thrilling Video games from International Builders and Publishers
From acclaimed hits like Break up Fiction and Elden Ring to sports activities phenoms like EA Sports activities Madden NFL and NBA 2K, and extremely anticipated video games like Hades II and Borderlands 4, Nintendo Swap 2 is the place the place gamers can discover the total vary of gaming experiences. Listed here are a number of the video games coming to Nintendo Swap 2 from improvement and publishing companions.
- The Duskbloods: The moontears will circulate for one and one alone in The Duskbloods, a brand-new multiplayer title from the creators of Darkish Souls and Elden Ring, FromSoftware. Out there solely for Nintendo Swap 2, The Duskbloods launches subsequent 12 months. Learn extra in our upcoming developer diary collection, Creator’s Voice, with the sport’s director Hidetaka Miyazaki, approaching April 4th.
- Hades II: Battle past the Underworld to conquer the Titan of Time because the Princess of the Useless on this bewitching sequel to the unique rogue-like dungeon crawler. Hades II lets gamers discover a much bigger, deeper mythic world with the total may of Olympus at their name in a narrative that reacts to their each setback and accomplishment. The sport is coming first on console to each Nintendo Swap and Nintendo Swap 2, profiting from the brand new system’s higher-definition show with responsive motion at a goal of 60 frames per second. Look out for extra details about Hades II later this 12 months.
- EA Sports activities Madden NFL and EA Sports activities FC: EA Sports activities is bringing followers collectively from the world over—each on the pitch and on the gridiron. EA Sports activities Madden NFL and EA Sports activities FC will likely be coming to Nintendo Swap 2.
- NBA 2K and WWE 2K: Dominate on the courtroom and within the ring—NBA 2K and WWE 2K are coming to Nintendo Swap 2.
- Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is the latest title within the Hyrule Warriors collection and is developed by Koei Tecmo Video games with help from Nintendo. The sport options epic battles towards hordes of enemies because it tells the untold story from Hyrule’s distant previous of the Imprisoning Struggle that finally led to the occasions of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Followers of the Legend of Zelda collection and gamers of each The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom can expertise the joys of battle and this canonical story that includes Princess Zelda, King Rauru, and different acquainted characters. Combat for Hyrule’s future when Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment involves Nintendo Swap 2 this winter.
- Break up Fiction: Soar between sci-fi and fantasy worlds on this co-op motion journey, the place contrasting writers Mio and Zoe have develop into trapped in a simulation of their very own tales. Break up Fiction retains you on the sting of your sofa with bizarre and sudden moments as gamers should coordinate and work collectively to beat challenges. Gamers may also invite a good friend to play with totally free by way of cross-play on Nintendo Swap 2 with Pal’s Go. Soar into the motion when Break up Fiction releases the identical day as Nintendo Swap 2.
- Cyberpunk 2077: Final Version: For the primary time, Nintendo gamers can step into the footwear of V — a mercenary decided to develop into a legendary cyberpunk in Evening Metropolis. With the highly effective processing velocity and graphical efficiency of Nintendo Swap 2, each neon-lit road and firefight feels extra immersive than ever. With this version, gamers can benefit from the full Cyberpunk 2077 expertise, that includes the bottom recreation and the critically acclaimed Phantom Liberty spy-thriller growth. Climb the ranks when Cyberpunk 2077: Final Version releases the identical day as Nintendo Swap 2.
- Last Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade: Expertise a contemporary reimagining of one of the iconic video games of all time on Nintendo Swap 2. Set in Midgar, gamers will immerse themselves in a standalone gaming expertise designed for RPG gamers that crave unforgettable characters, a strong story, and a strategic battle system that merges real-time motion with command-based fight. Together with Last Fantasy VII Remake Episode INTERmission, a further story arc occurring in the course of the occasions of the sport, gamers can battle for the way forward for the planet when Last Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade involves Nintendo Swap 2.
- Avenue Fighter 6: Expertise the following evolution of Avenue Fighter in Avenue Fighter 6 with three distinct recreation modes, new gameplay options, and enhanced visuals. Combat your approach to the highest with new recreation modes unique to Nintendo Swap 2 like Native Wi-fi One on One and Avatar Matches. Take pleasure in new occasion modes using Pleasure-Con 2 controllers like Gyro Battle and Calorie Contest. Plus, gamers can try three new amiibo figures and 22 amiibo playing cards at launch. Select from Avenue Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighter Version, or the digital model of Avenue Fighter 6, for Nintendo Swap 2 on launch day.
- Sid Meier’s Civilization VII – Nintendo Swap 2 Version: Steer the course of historical past in Sid Meier’s Civilization VII – Nintendo Swap 2 Version. That includes new mouse controls that supply a extra intuitive expertise, gamers’ choices will form the cultural lineage of their empire. Assemble cities and architectural wonders, enhance your civilization with technological breakthroughs, and conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations as you discover the world. Whether or not you select to observe historical past or forge your individual path, create a legacy that echoes by way of the Ages when Sid Meier’s Civilization VII – Nintendo Swap 2 Version involves Nintendo Swap 2 on launch day.
- Hogwarts Legacy: Expertise Hogwarts College of Witchcraft and Wizardry like by no means earlier than in Hogwarts Legacy, which has been up to date with Pleasure-Con 2 mouse help, improved graphics and audio, seamless map load instances, and controls for Nintendo Swap 2. Gamers can develop into the middle of their very own journey with this open-world, motion role-playing recreation as they uncover magical beasts, customise their character, grasp spell casting, and develop into the witch or wizard they need to be. Rediscover the magic when Hogwarts Legacy arrives on the identical day as Nintendo Swap 2.
- Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster: Observe 4 Warriors of Mild on a journey to revive the fundamental crystals within the HD remaster of the Nintendo 3DS RPG masterpiece, Bravely Default. Expertise an RPG that brings new depth to basic, turn-based battles with the introduction of the “Courageous & Default” system—that includes an array of choices to customise your characters with over 20 distinctive jobs. The sport additionally consists of high quality of life updates and two new minigames that leverage the twin mouse controls of Nintendo Swap 2. Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster involves Nintendo Swap 2 on launch day.
- Borderlands 4: Expertise outrageous enemies and killer loot on the harmful new planet of Kairos in Borderlands 4. Change into an unstoppable power blasting by way of enemies with an arsenal of weaponry. Deftly defy dying from each path as gamers flex their talent expression with glide, dodge, fixed-point grapple, and extra. Hop into the motion when Borderlands 4 launches on Nintendo Swap 2 in 2025.
Extra journey awaits in new and up to date titles together with…
- Tony Hawk’s Professional Skater 3 + 4: Two legendary Activision video games return with new skaters, gnarlier methods, a sicker soundtrack, and, for the primary time in over a decade—new parks! Drop into cross-platform on-line multiplayer and relive the basic enjoyable. Tony Hawk’s Professional Skater 3 + 4 launches on Nintendo Swap 2 this summer time.
- Elden Ring Tarnished Version: With over 28 million copies offered worldwide, Elden Ring is an award-winning motion RPG set in an genuine darkish fantasy world. Discover treacherous dungeons and face epic boss battles. Together with the bottom recreation, the “Shadow of the Erdtree” growth, and new weapons, armor, a brand new Torrent look customization, and extra, Elden Ring Tarnished Version arrives on Nintendo Swap 2 in 2025.
- Yakuza 0 Director’s Lower: Uncover the decadence and hazard of 1988 Japan in Yakuza 0 Director’s Lower. The definitive version of the acclaimed origin story is coming first to Nintendo Swap 2. Gamers should battle by way of Tokyo and Osaka’s leisure districts as Kazuma Kiryu and Goro Majima in an epic crime drama. With the Director’s Lower, gamers will discover deeper insights into character backstories and incidents with never-before-seen cutscenes, plus, the brand new Crimson Mild Raid on-line multiplayer mode. Yakuza 0 Director’s Lower launches on Nintendo Swap 2 on launch day.
- Fortnite: Whether or not you need to be the final participant standing in Battle Royale, Zero Construct, Reload, and Fortnite OG, otherwise you need to discover LEGO Fortnite experiences, blast to the end with Rocket Racing or headline a live performance with Fortnite Competition – the selection is yours. Discover all of it in Fortnite on Nintendo Swap 2 on launch day.
- Enter the Gungeon 2: Expertise the reloaded sequel to the long-lasting bullet dungeon crawler with Enter the Gungeon 2. That includes a brand new 3D artwork model, weapons, and new gameplay methods, gamers can load in on Nintendo Swap 2 subsequent 12 months.
- HITMAN World of Assassination – Signature Version: Enter the world of the final word murderer in HITMAN World of Assassination – Signature Version. Discover intricate environments as you utilize disguises and stealth to execute missions. Expertise the very best of HITMAN, HITMAN II, and HITMAN III together with the principle marketing campaign, contracts mode, escalations, and extra. HITMAN World of Assassination – Signature Version releases the identical day as Nintendo Swap 2.
- Mission 007: Step into the footwear of James Bond and earn your 00 standing. That includes an entirely unique Bond story, Mission 007 will come to Nintendo Swap 2.
And that’s not all, as Nintendo Swap 2 welcomes STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, DELTARUNE, Survival Children, Star Wars Outlaws, Hole Knight: Silksong, and extra!
Extra details about the platform is obtainable on the official web site (English, Japanese). In accordance with the Japanese FAQ, the console will likely be obtainable in each “Japan-Solely” and “Multilingual” editions. Solely Nintendo Accounts with Japan set because the nation will be linked to a “Japan-Solely” Swap 2, and the console’s language is Japanese-only.
Watch a trailer for the console under.
First Look Trailer
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