How Can I Connect My Nintendo Switch to My Computer?

Yeah, you're spot on about the HDMI cable and capture card being essential! Just a heads up, make sure your computer has enough power to run everything smoothly, since the capture software can be a bit demanding. And if you're getting a monitor, go for one that has built-in audio or an easy way to connect external speakers.

It sounds like you've got the basics covered! You'll definitely need a capture card for the Switch as it won't directly output to your computer, especially if you're using a laptop, since it usually only has HDMI out. Make sure your capture card has HDMI passthrough if you want to minimize lag while playing. If you're relying on capture software, there can be audio delays, so keeping an external speaker setup might be useful, especially if your capture card doesn't handle sound well. Good luck!

Just so you know, laptops can't use HDMI inputs for displays, so if you're using a laptop, you won’t be able to play through the screen directly unless you have a specific setup for it. An external monitor would work better. Good luck with your setup!