Gaming — Nintendo — February 6th, 2026

Disney Dreamlight Valley's long requested Switch 2 upgrade will be available next month
Nestled within yesterday's Nintendo Partner Direct was an announcement that Disney Dreamlight Valley would finally be receiving a Switch 2 upgrade. Set to release on March 25, 2026, it will be a free upgrade for previous owners of the game, and included with all new purchases going forward. This update isn't merely a resolution bump, however.
February 6, 2026 — Source

Don't get too excited over Nintendo's mysterious "Nintendo Switch 2: Wii Remote" page -- it's probably just a glitch, with the same controller also listed for the long-dead 3DS
Nintendo has filled fans with some seemingly false hope of a Switch 2 and Wii crossover (or, perhaps just me) after posting an official support page for an accessory that doesn't exist -- the "Nintendo Switch 2: Wii Remote."
February 6, 2026 — Source

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is heading to Xbox alongside Switch 2
This week during a Nintendo Direct stream, Square Enix officially confirmed that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will be launching on the Switch 2 later this year. As expected, the publisher has also confirmed that the game will be releasing on Xbox too.
February 6, 2026 — Source

Mario Tennis Fever demo available at select retail outlets
Ahead of its release next week, Nintendo is unleashing a demo for Mario Tennis Fever at select retail outlets in the US. On its official website, you'll find links to Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart, all which should have the demo available for play on the Nintendo Switch 2 demo kiosks. It might be particularly hard to find a GameStop location currently, but the other stores should have the demo set up and ready to play.
February 6, 2026 — Source

More mysterious Nintendo trademarks updated amid first-party Direct rumors, but hype responsibly as one has made me less certain these mean anything
Rhythm Heaven Groove will make the wait worth it
February 6, 2026 — Source

Nintendo aims to offset skyrocketing memory prices through "mass production of Nintendo Switch 2," because if more people own the console, it can "greatly expand software sales" instead
"I think it is not an appropriate approach to be excessively influenced by short-term trends," says president Shuntaro Furukawa
February 6, 2026 — Source

Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf hits Switch and Switch 2 in early March
Nestled within yesterday's Nintendo Partner Direct was the announcement that Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf would be coming to Switch and Switch 2 on March 5th, 2026. A sequel to the critically acclaimed 2023 original, the game is a continuation of the "cinematic platformer" style that the first game had. In this sequel, an older Lana takes her companion Mui on another journey to save her hometown, though with more experience than she had years ago.
February 6, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Pokemon GO's Season of Precious Paths' Oricorio Catch Mastery event guide
While Oricorio might not be featured in the Carnival of Flamigo event, that doesn't mean these stylish bird-Pokemon can't celebrate with their own event. That's right, a Catch Mastery event will be taking place during the Carnival of Flamigo event, but only for one day. Not only that, but Trainers, please be aware that Oricorio is a region locked Pokemon in Pokemon GO, so your Oricorio encounters will feature only one of their four styles.
February 6, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pinball Machines Announced, And They're Super-Expensive
That's a lot of rich Pokemon fans.
February 6, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Splatoon 3's upcoming Eggstra Work Event will be the final one to feature new jobs
Despite receiving some surprising love in the last year, it looks like Nintendo is just about done with Splatoon 3 updates.
February 6, 2026 — Source

Stern announces Pokemon pinball machine -- Watch the teaser!
It's official! After almost a year of speculation and rumors, Stern Pinball has officially announced that its next machine is indeed Pokemon!
February 6, 2026 — Source

Switch 2 suddenly has a better PS1 emulator than the one PS5's had for years, as the new Console Archives series shows Sony how retro games should be
Sony's official PS1 emulator has been blown out of the water
February 6, 2026 — Source

The official Switch 2 SD card is back in stock, and it can cope with all 102GB of FF7 Rebirth
So long, big install sizes
February 6, 2026 — Source

These New Analogue 3D Consoles Are Reviving A Secret Part Of N64 History
The new line of limited-edition Analogue 3D devices is based on N64 console colorways that were never released.
February 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Yoshi Eats Kamek And Blasts Into Space In Trippy New Super Mario Galaxy Teaser
From warp-star travel and Rosalina sightings to Yoshi eating Kamek, the sequel's latest footage promises a bigger, weirder, and way more cosmic movie.
February 6, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

You Can Play A Mario Tennis Fever Demo If You Brave The Outdoors To A Store
There isn't any indication of Nintendo releasing a demo on the eShop.
February 6, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — February 4th, 2026

AdHoc Studio is "Working With Nintendo" to Address Dispatch Censorship on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 Versions
Dispatch was one of the more beloved indie games from 2025, selling over 3 million copies to close out the year and getting several nominations from the DICE Awards and The Game Awards. It was even one of Wccftech's picks for the Best Adventure Games of 2025 and one of our picks for the Best Games of 2025 overall. Everything was coming up roses, and with a Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 port coming in January 2026, it seemed like developer AdHoc Studio was about to add another million copies sold to its tally.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Borderlands 4 for Switch 2 gets hit with an indefinite delay
In news that probably won't be surprising to many, Take-Two has announced that the upcoming port of Borderlands 4 for Nintendo Switch 2 has been indefinitely delayed. Coming from its latest quarterly earnings report, the publisher has removed the title from its slate of upcoming games, and is now putting all of its efforts into WWE 2K26 and Grand Theft Auto 6 (which is not confirmed for Switch 2).
February 4, 2026 — Source or Source or Source

Gearbox Shelves Borderlands 4 Switch 2 Port Development
Borderlands 4 can't seem to escape its reputation for poor performance and demanding hardware requirements. Although the game was meant to launch on the relatively low-power Nintendo Switch 2 shortly after it launched on PC and console, the handheld port of the game was delayed, with the development team declaring that it needed more time to "deliver the best game possible" for fans of the series.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Iconic Mario voice actor "didn't know anything about video games" in his audition, so he did what anyone would do and "just made things up about food and started talking"
After securing the role, Charles Martinet decided that Mario was "going to be optimistic, loving, respectful, and comedic"
February 4, 2026 — Source

Mistonia's Hope is a revenge quest romantasy that left me murdered, devastated by a love triangle, and bewitched -- I'm obsessed
Mistonia's Hope is a revenge quest romantasy that left me murdered, devastated by a love triangle, and bewitched -- I'm obsessed
February 4, 2026 — Source

New Xenoblade Game Is On The Way, Voice Actor Seemingly Reveals
A remaster of the sequel, a totally new RPG in the franchise, or just a mistake?
February 4, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Direct is back this week with 30-minute Partner Showcase where delayed Elden Ring Switch 2 port could finally reemerge
Hopefully we'll see the likes of Monster Hunter Wilds or Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 get ported
February 4, 2026 — Source or Source

Nintendo Stock Nosedives Following Earnings Report, Despite Record-Breaking Switch 2 Sales
The Japanese company is feeling pressure from lower profit margins and rumors of a future Switch 2 price hike.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch Becomes Nintendo's Best-Selling Console Ever, Surpassing the DS
It's now also the second-best-selling console of all time.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch Online Adds Two Deep Cut First-Party Game Boy Classics
A Balloon Fight sequel and a puzzle game with a familiar green dinosaur join the lineup.
February 4, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Pokemon Ultra Beasts are "a manifestation of my own resentment," Game Freak artist says after his designs were rejected by art director: "This doesn't mean that I hate Mr. Sugimori or anything like that"
It isn't the Ultra Beasts' fault that they're so abnormal. Understandably, it seems that Pokemon become unpredictable when they're festering with human grudges, artist Yusuke Ohmura reveals.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Switch 2 won't increase $450 price tag due to ongoing RAM shortage according to Nintendo president -- for now, at least
Nintendo fans still hoping to snag a Switch 2 don't need to worry about a rise in price due to the ongoing RAM shortage just yet -- or, at least, that's what a recent statement from company lead Shuntaro Furukawa would imply.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Take-Two pauses development on Borderlands 4 Switch 2 port
Title was previously delayed indefinitely for "additional development and polish time"
February 4, 2026 — Source

The Pokemon Company teases "special" 30-year celebration for February 8 -- by putting Jigglypuff in a recording studio for Super Bowl LX
Jigglypuff is cooking something up, and it ain't a clutch Rest
February 4, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

UK Nintendo fans this is not a drill, Animal Crossing amiibo cards are back
Yes, even the Hello Kitty cards
February 4, 2026 — Source

Xbox gamers may soon get access to a Switch emulator — Nintendo lawyers won't be happy to see "Ryujinx" on Series X|S
Following successful emulator ports on Xbox, attention has now turned to the Nintendo Switch, with Ryujinx winning a poll among the Xbox emulation community.
February 4, 2026 — Source

You Can Dig Out Your Nintendo Labo VR Kit To Play Virtual Boy On Switch Online
Nearly seven years after its release, the Nintendo Labo VR Kit has a new use.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — February 2nd, 2026

A gospel-inspired Super Mario medley just won a Grammy, beating Wicked star Cynthia Erivo and becoming the group's second Nintendo cover to win despite no nominations for the company itself
The 8-Bit Big Band previously won a Grammy for a Kirby cover
February 2, 2026 — Source

Abxylute's new Switch 2 controller is for all the diehard GameCube fan
The N9C will launch on Kickstarter soon with a layout and color scheme inspired by the GameCube's original controller.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Bloober Team's Mysterious Website is Not Counting Down to a Rule of Rose Remake
In a LinkedIn post, CEO Piotr Babieno confirmed that "it definitely doesn't refer to any remake" in light of rampant speculation.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Capcom launches Ōkami 20th anniversary website, teases plans for 'merchandise and events'
Ōkami will be 20 years old in 2026, and Capcom has just opened a new anniversary website to celebrate the milestone.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Review - Trimmed Sails, But Not Trimmed Enough
https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/dragon-quest-vii-reimagined-review/1900-6418454/#:~:text=Dragon%20Quest%20VII%3A%20Reimagined%20slims%20down%20and%20modernizes%20a%20notoriously%20bloated%20classic%20RPG%2C%20though%20its%20anthology%20structure%20still%20feels%20overlong.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Nintendo does what '90s Nintendo could only dream of -- sell out of the Virtual Boy
If anything, that's already a pretty bad emulation
February 2, 2026 — Source

Review -- Dragon Quest VII Reimagined for Nintendo Switch 2
Square Enix hasn't wasted any time in pumping out remakes of their beloved RPGs over the last several years, and Dragon Quest is no stranger to this phenomenon with the recent release of Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake and 2024's release of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake. The latest Dragon Quest rerelease, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, is a pretty big departure from the HD-2D style, instead opting for a highly-detailed diorama-style look.
February 2, 2026 — Source

RGG Studio hope to bring even more Yakuza games to Switch 2
SEGA and RGG Studio have been pretty good with supporting Nintendo platforms in recent years, with the Switch 1 receiving plenty of ports over its lifetime. The Yakuza series in particular has seen strong representation with 0, 1, 2 and (soon) 3 available on the platform. According to the studio, even more entries could be coming "if fans tell us more."
February 2, 2026 — Source

Switch 1 version of Apex Legends to shut down later this year
Shortly following the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, EA / Respawn Entertainment updated their popular Battle Royale 'Apex Legends' with a Switch 2 edition -- letting Nintendo owners finally compete on a more equal footing at 60fps. As expected however, the OG Switch version of Apex Legends will now soon be discontinued, officially shutting down at the end of Season 29.
February 2, 2026 — Source

You can now use Nintendo's N64 Switch online controller with the Analogue 3D, but I've got a few better options worth looking at
The Analogue 3D now also shames me with my total Donkey Kong 64 playtime.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 31st, 2026

Highguard, a hyperpop arena shooter and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, the Switch version of Dispatch ditches the nudity.
January 31, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 30th, 2026

AdHoc Studios is "working with Nintendo on a path forward" to address Dispatch censorship
Developer says it became clear during porting process that uncensored version of Dispatch would not meet Nintendo's guidelines
January 30, 2026 — Source

Apex Legends For Switch Shutting Down This Year, But Switch 2 Edition Lives On
Season 29 will mark the game's final update for the OG Switch.
January 30, 2026 — Source

After superhero hit Dispatch arrives on Switch with mandatory censorship, Nintendo says don't blame us: "Nintendo does not make changes to partner content"
The chance is likely down to CERO
January 30, 2026 — Source

Beyond Good and Evil 2 lives according to Ubisoft creative director
Ubisoft's massive restructuring and cancellation of numerous games last week had many fans worried that the eternally gestating Beyond Good and Evil 2 would finally have the axe dropped on it. If you were one of the concerned, you can put those fears to bed as it seems the oft-delayed sequel is still alive and kicking. In a post on LinkedIn, Ubisoft creative director Fawzi Mesmar confirmed he and his team are unaffected by recent changes and that BG&E2 is still alive.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Cyberpunk 2 Lead Values "Our Uninterrupted Immersion More" Over Setting up Cutscenes
"It's okay to not vibe with our choices!" says creative director Igor Sarzyński while discussing the first-person-heavy presentation.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Don't expect Cyberpunk 2 to be third-person or have flashy cutscenes, as lead dev explains "I value our uninterrupted immersion more"
07.13.2013
January 30, 2026 — Source

Google AI Tool Let Users Make Rip-Off Nintendo Worlds
Project Genie can, or could, create playable worlds that resemble some of Nintendo's iconic hits.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Metroid Prime 2 and Pikmin 2 aren't coming to Nintendo Switch 2 Online after all, if you believe Nintendo: "We apologize for any confusion"
The GameCube hits might be benched for a while longer
January 30, 2026 — Source

Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Pikmin 2 Were "Incorrectly Included" in Promotional Images Says Nintendo
The two games were spotted as parts of a promotional image showing GameCube titles coming to the Switch Online subscription service.
January 30, 2026 — Source

New Nintendo Direct reportedly coming next week, but don't get too hyped for Mario or Zelda - it's rumored to be another third-party showing
Already announced third-party games include Elden Ring and 007: First Light
January 30, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Comments on Dispatch Censorship on Nintendo Switch/Switch 2, Says it "Does Not Make Changes to Partner Content"
The Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Dispatch, the popular narrative-driven superhero adventure game from former Telltale developers at AdHoc Studio, are out, but they don't provide the exact same experience you get on other platforms with Dispatch, as the select moments of nudity included in the story and curse words said by the characters are censored on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions.
January 30, 2026 — Source or Source

Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Planned for February 5 -- Rumor
While no details about this alleged Partner Showcase have been revealed, games like The Duskbloods or Overwatch 2 wouldn't be out of place.
January 30, 2026 — Source or Source

Nintendo Shifts Blame For Dispatch Switch Version's Censorship As Players Request Refunds
The company "does not make changes to partner content," it said in a statement.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Nintendo to hold Direct Showcase on Feb. 5 for third-party games
Nintendo is reportedly going to be holding a Nintendo Direct Showcase on February 5 to highlight upcoming games from third-party studios. It's suggested that the showcase will focus on third-party games and not reveal anything coming from Nintendo directly.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's Third Nintendo Direct Event of 2026 Will Reportedly be a Partner Showcase Next Week
Nintendo is due to have its third Nintendo Direct event of the year next week on Thursday, February 5, 2026, and it'll be a Partner Showcase Direct, if multiple reports surrounding this rumour are to be believed.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Pokemon GO February 2026 Community Day Guide
Starting in January 2018, Community Day is a monthly event in Pokemon GO that shines the spotlight on a particular Pokemon. For one day each month, a specific Pokemon will have its spawn rate increased during a block of hours. Also, the Shiny appearance rate for the starring Pokemon will be boosted. There are also other perks to Community Day -- such as the featured Pokemon knowing at least one exclusive attack through evolution, increased duration for Lure Modules, Event Boxes, and more.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Pokemon GO's Season of Precious Paths' Dynamax Ho-Oh Max Battle Weekend event guide
Another Legendary Pokemon gets its Dynamax form in Pokemon GO during this Max Battle Weekend event. Trainers, it's time to team up and take down Dynamax Ho-Oh, and if you're lucky, you may even encounter a shiny one (provided you defeat Dynamax Ho-Oh in battle).
January 30, 2026 — Source

Report: Nintendo Not To Blame For Dispatch Censorship On Switch
Dispatch, an episodic adventure game from an indie studio with a star-studded voice lineup including Aaron Paul, has earned critical acclaim since its release, but the recent arrival of a port to the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 has caused some controversy, prompting responses from both Nintendo and AdHoc Studio.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Rumor: Nintendo is reportedly holding a Partner Direct stream next week
According to multiple sources online, it looks as if Nintendo will be holding a Partner Direct stream next week. Set to stream on February 5th, 2026, this rumor comes from NatetheHate, GameXplain, and VGC, who have all stated that internal sources corroborated the claims. If so, it seems Nintendo is really gearing up for 2026 to be a big year for the Switch 2 as we're going on two straight weeks of announcements from the company.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Tomodachi Life Living the Dream Switch pre-orders are here, and UK fans get a picture-perfect free bonus
Tomodachi Life Living the Dream launches on April 16
January 30, 2026 — Source

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has given the web a colorful new Nintendo hunk to shamelessly swoon over -- Hugh Morris, a literal clown
Now that we know Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is set to launch this April, people are understandably more excited than ever -- and a large reason why actually falls on one of the Mii characters Nintendo chose to feature in its recent release date trailer.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream won't allow Mii and item sharing or any real online functionality at all, and I think I need Hugh Morris to cheer me up
This isn't Miitopia, I guess
January 30, 2026 — Source

Yakuza Series May Receive More Switch 2 Ports Based on Fan Feedback, Says RGG Studio Head
With Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties coming soon, Masayoshi Yokoyama says the studio is "releasing everything that we can at the moment."
January 30, 2026 — Source

You can now use Nintendo's wireless N64 controller with the Analogue 3D
A new software update for Analogue's modern recreation of the N64 makes authentic retro gaming more convenient.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 19th, 2026

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Drops a Free Update With New Hotel
You can now decorate guest rooms at a new resort hotel, buy Lego items and add characters from The Legend of Zelda and Splatoon games.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Brendan Fraser's Comeback Era Includes Getting Wrecked In The Legend Of Zelda
The Legend of Zelda's Lynels don't care who you are.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Code: Veronica reportedly planned to be announced in 2026 as the next Resident Evil remake
Capcom is reportedly set to reveal its next Resident Evil remake "later this year."
January 19, 2026 — Source

Dynasty Warriors: Origins producer says sequel plans might turn into a trilogy
Dynasty Warriors: Origins will be hitting Nintendo Switch 2 in just a few days, but it originally released last year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series platforms and has managed to sell pretty well. Developer Omega Force initially stated plans to make a sequel to Origins, but if a recent interview with producer Tomohiko Sho is anything to go by, we might actually be in store for a trilogy of games.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Continues 21-Year Dominance in Japan as Switch 2 Sales Crossed 3.7 Million Units Last Year
Nintendo continues its 21-year-long dominance in physical game sales for Japan, according to the latest data from Famitsu.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Nintendo of America president Devon Pritchard makes first industry appearance at New York Game Awards
On January 1st, 2026, Nintendo of America welcomed Devon Pritchard as the new president of the company following previous president Doug Bowser's retirement. Since taking over, she hasn't made any public statements or appeared in any videos until last night. As part of the 15th annual New York Game Awards, Pritchard made an appearance in a pre-recorded segment addressing the crowd that was introduced by former NOA president Reggie Fils-Aime.
January 19, 2026 — Source or Watch Video or Source

Nintendo reportedly "demanded" Sega make sure Mario was always one step in front of Sonic in all of the Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games artwork
Keep in mind, Sonic was in the midst of a terrible 06/07 season
January 19, 2026 — Source

Plump Pikachu plush from 1997 is coming back for Pokemon's 30th Anniversary
Faithfully reproduced from an iconic 1997 toy, the "Welcome Back! Pikachu 1/1 Plush" should be a potent hit of precious nostalgia for those who recall the "Pokemania" phenomenon from three decades ago.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Pokemon boss says a "major driving force" behind his thinking while producing "the next game" is how the iconic RPG series "has the power to connect the world"
"We will continue doing our best to deliver new Pokemon worlds to people all around the world"
January 19, 2026 — Source

The Switch 2 helped grow the Japanese market by almost 40% last year
The Nintendo Switch 2 might be having a rough go of things globally, but the Japanese market for it is doing better than ever. According to new sales data published by Famitsu this morning, the release of the Switch 2 helped grow the Japanese home video game market by roughly 40% last year. As the outlet reports, the console has sold 3.78 million units in Japan, making it Japan's fastest-selling console ever and accounting for almost half of all home consoles sold in 2025.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 15th, 2026

As notorious 'Adult Only' Animal Crossing: New Horizons island shuts down after 5 years, creator thanks Nintendo for "turning a blind eye" for so long: "I apologize from the bottom of my heart"
One infamous adult-themed Animal Crossing: New Horizons island has closed its doors as its creator claims Nintendo has deleted its Dream Address, stopping visitors from seeing its raunchy secrets.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's title of Metacritic's highest player-rated game comes under threat from seminal Nintendo DS classic Cory in the House: "The gaming industry peaked with this game. Anyone else saying otherwise is delusional"
He's officially the candidate for being number 1
January 15, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2025 year-in-review recap available now
With 2025 behind us, many services have already released their annual recaps, with the likes of PlayStation going live with its own wrap-up back in December. Though slightly later than others, Nintendo's annual year-in-review is now available to view -- including data stretching as far back as the Switch 1's launch.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony provide update on joint commitment to player safety
Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony have provided an update today to their joint commitment to player safety started nearly six years ago. Started as a coalition to ensure players of any age, race, and gender could feel safe while playing games online, the trio has tweaked some of the principles outlined originally that it feels have changed over time. These include "Prevention," "Partnership," and "Responsibility."
January 15, 2026 — Source

No, Super Mario's current actor hasn't secretly been narrating any Nintendo Directs, despite the "weird narrative online" speculating otherwise
Super Mario Bros. Wonder was really, really Kevin Afghani's first Nintendo project
January 15, 2026 — Source

Super Nintendo World Japan is getting some new additions for its 5th anniversary
Nintendo and Universal Studios Japan have announced that the original Super Nintendo World theme park in Osaka, Japan will be getting some new additions for its 5th anniversary. Starting on March 18th, 2026, and running until January 11th, 2027, patrons of the park will be treated to massive star-studded cake at the entrance, as well as various new activities to commemorate the park's first milestone anniversary.
January 15, 2026 — Source

The Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 expansion has arrived earlier than expected
The Switch 2 update is live, as well.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Yakuza Kiwami 3 includes 12 Game Gear games for your nostalgic fix
In keeping with a series tradition that started all the way back with Yakuza 5, Yakuza Kiwami 3 will include a plethora of retro games for players to reminiscence about. Sega has revealed that instead of the same list of classic coin op games that have permeated in most of the Dragon Engine entries, Kiwami 3 will include 12 Game Gear games for Kiryu to collect. Also surprising is that Pac-Man is among them, as well as a few other Bandai Namco games. That's a series first.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 14th, 2026

An Update to Our Shared Commitment to Safer Gaming
Nintendo, Sony Interactive Entertainment, and Microsoft continue to collaborate to improve player safety across our platforms. We believe gaming is for everyone and strive to provide experiences that are positive and enjoyable for all, especially for our youngest players. We work to accomplish this by pursuing a multidisciplinary approach, integrating advanced technology, research-driven insights, supportive community efforts, and skilled human oversight.
January 14, 2026 — Source or Source

Animal Crossing: New Horizons is getting a sneaky resolution upgrade alongside the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Along with the wide array of new content coming to New Horizons with the 3.0 update, a resolution upgrade for handheld is on the way too. According to the official Nintendo website, the game is set to be optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and will receive improved image quality. Seeing as New Horizons already runs at 720p on the original Nintendo Switch, it's safe to assume this means a bump to 1080p when played on the Switch 2 handheld display.
January 14, 2026 — Source

Capcom's Disney Afternoon Collection has been rated for Switch and Switch 2
Nearly a full decade after its initial release, it seems Capcom is returning to its well of classic games for the Switch and Switch 2. According to a new listing on the ESRB website, Digital Eclipse's 2017 compilation "The Disney Afternoon Collection" has been rated for Nintendo platforms. There's no release date or even description present, but strangely, its rating has been downgraded. The original release received an E10 rating, while the Nintendo Switch version is simply E.
January 14, 2026 — Source

Ecco the Dolphin is set to return, with multiple new games currently in development
Against all odds, the classic Sega series Ecco the Dolphin is set to return soon. Developer A&R Atelier launched a new website today that confirms it is currently in the process of working on multiple new projects for Ecco, including remasters of the first two Genesis titles, and a "third" game in the same vein. Those remasters were actually revealed last year, but it seems we're closer than ever to seeing the return of everyone's favorite bottle nose.
January 14, 2026 — Source

Nintendo stocks dip as investor fear possible price increase and lack of first-party games
07.13.2013
January 14, 2026 — Source

Surprise! Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 update is available now
It's here! Earlier this morning, Nintendo dropped the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Version 3.0.0 update on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 — a full day earlier than expected. Simply launching the game should prompt the update automatically, but you can also manually install it by pressing the + button on the game icon and checking for updates in the settings menu.
January 14, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

The new Animal Crossing update has reignited my need to own every Nintendo Switch New Horizons accessory
These Switch Animal Crossing accessories are too cute to ignore
January 14, 2026 — Source

The Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 expansion has arrived earlier than expected
The Switch 2 update is live, as well.
January 14, 2026 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2025 year in review is finally here
You can now see how long you spent smashing through walls in Donkey Kong Bananza.
January 14, 2026 — Source

Two labor complaints have been filed against Nintendo of America and contractor Teksystems
The last labor complaint filed against Nintendo in 2022 resulted in a $30K settlement
January 14, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 9th, 2026

3 years after a $26,000 labor settlement with a Nintendo contracting firm, NOA is again accused of infringing unionization rights alongside another firm in new complaint
Nintendo of America and Teksystems are accused of violating two parts of the National Labor Relations Act
January 9, 2026 — Source

64 Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance tracks added to Nintendo Music
New year, new music! Added this week to the Nintendo Music app, is Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance. In conjunction with the release of Path of Radiance to Nintendo Switch Online, Nintendo Music has added the three hour and 18 minute soundtrack.
January 9, 2026 — Source

DBrand announces Purple/Green 'colormatched' Joy-Con 2 skin variants to make game time a little more colorful
If you were a bit bored by Nintendo's announcement of new Joy-Con 2 colors yesterday, fear not. Infamous peripheral manufacturer DBrand has announced color variant of its gamepad skins that "fixes" the issue of lackluster Joy-Con 2 colors. As part of its "colormatched" range, for $19.99 you can buy skins that match the color accents of the newly announced official Nintendo controllers.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Despite creating all-timer hits Kirby and Super Smash Bros, Masahiro Sakurai still doesn't think he's a "hit maker," and is envious of other devs for their "incredible" creations
Even industry legends can suffer from imposter syndrome, apparently
January 9, 2026 — Source

Capcom releases teaser for Alex in Street Fighter 6, dubbing him 'The Man With No Allies'
With Spring 2026 fast approaching, Capcom is readying players for the upcoming arrival of Alex as a DLC fighter. Announced last year when Season three was unveiled, Alex hails from Street Fighter 3 and has become a fan-favorite over the years for his ability to mix grappler gameplay with a more direct approach to attacking. He was also once meant to be the new face of Street Fighter, but Capcom's numerous attempts to shift away from Ryu and Ken always fail to take hold.
January 9, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Forget paying over $200 for one of the GameCube's rarest games, because excellent strategy RPG classic Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance is now playable on Switch 2 via Switch Online
Nintendo has added Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance to Nintendo Switch Online, finally allowing Switch 2 players to check the game out without dropping a massive amount on a second-hand copy.
January 9, 2026 — Source

I really wanted to like the Switch 2's VR mode, but clearly, I'm going to have to wait until Nintendo does it right
Despite upgraded resolution and framerate, the Switch 2 still lacks the hardware needed for a good VR experience.
January 9, 2026 — Source

I wouldn't dare travel without this Switch 2 JSAUX All-In-One Carrying Case by my side | Review
JSAUX All-in-One Carrying Case for Switch 2 review
January 9, 2026 — Source

I've tested the latest Switch 2 controllers, and this one is the best
Not everyone wants to spend $90 on a single controller. Luckily, we found affordable third-party options that are great.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Larian CEO backtracks on gen AI usage for new Divinity, still believes the tech 'can help' in development
If you'll remember from last month following The Game Awards, developer Larian Studios made headlines after CEO Swen Vincke stated the company was using generative AI in the planning process for its games. Vincke then tried to clarify his statements, which wound up making them worse. Now, in a Reddit AMA conducted this morning, Vincke has stated the new Divinity game will not be utilizing gen AI, but he does believe it will help the studio in the future.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Next Pokemon TCG expansion is 'Perfect Order,' and it's based on Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Long-leg Starmie is a-comin'
January 9, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Announces First Pastel Joy-Con 2 Colors for Switch 2
The controllers have the same hardware as the launch Joy‑Con 2 pair.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Nintendo unveils first set of new Joy-Con 2 colours
Nintendo made a killing with the Switch's Joy-Cons, not only due to their tendency to drift leading fans to purchase additional units, but also thanks to the console maker's release of countless different controller colours allowing a degree of customisation when playing in handheld. Nintendo appears to be continuing the practice with Switch 2 -- though with admittedly much duller offerings so far.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Smash Bros creator Masahiro Sakurai says "it can be really frustrating" working on massive games with hundreds of devs: "There is work that clearly shows your results and work that doesn't"
"The sense of fulfillment gained from making something by yourself is different to something made as part of a group"
January 9, 2026 — Source

Switch 2 Christmas sales were down 35% in US over Switch 1 launch
Nintendo likely isn't thrilled with this result, but according to The Game Business, Switch 2's Christmas sales were down 35% in the US compared to the Switch 1's launch. We already knew that last November was the worst month for console sales in 30 years of Circana data, but it seems the holiday season wasn't enough to get people buying Nintendo's latest hardware. Either the price was too high or there simply weren't enough games to justify getting new hardware.
January 9, 2026 — Source

This Extremely Rare GameCube Game Is Now on Nintendo Switch 2
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance is considered to be one of the best games in the series.
January 9, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

'We Would Have Loved Baldur's Gate 3 on Switch 2, But It Wasn't Our Decision to Make', Says Larian CEO
The award-winning cRPG Baldur's Gate 3 couldn't possibly run on the original Nintendo Switch, as evidenced by a test made with a modded console that featured twice the amount of RAM (8GB instead of 4GB), with the game still bringing this 'Switch on steroids' on its knees.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 8th, 2026

Baby Waluigi Cries Waaaah In Mario Tennis Fever
There have been fan mockups previously, but this is the first official introduction of the character.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Celebrate Sonic Racing: CrossWorld's Pac-Man DLC with a funky launch trailer
Sega wants you to know that Pac-Man is now available in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds via the "PAC-MAN Pack" DLC. Boasting a new course, five new characters, and a new car, you can celebrate the launch of this mini-expansion with a trailer highlighting the new course. It's suitably Pac-Man themed, boasting classic music, visuals, and sound effects. It also plays into the CrossWorld's theme by letting players travel between different courses.
January 8, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Final Fantasy 7 Remake director states newer Square Enix employees put Final Fantasy XIII as their favorite in the series
Final Fantasy 13 has undergone something of a cultural reevaluation in recent times, so it's not really surprising to learn that newer employees at Square Enix list the game as their favorite Final Fantasy title in the series. This is according to Final Fantasy VII Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi, who made the claim in an interview with YouTube channel GamerBraves.
January 8, 2026 — Source

I've tested over 20 Switch 2 cases, but this JSAUX ModCase shown off at CES 2026 is calling my name
The Switch 2 finally has a JSAUX ModCase to call its own
January 8, 2026 — Source

Mario Tennis Fever Trailer Outlines the "Most Jam-Packed" Entry in the Series Yet
Take control of 38 different characters, the most yet in the tennis series, and harness new Fever Rackets to outplay your opponents.
January 8, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Mario Tennis Fever Will Feature the Most Playable Characters in Series History, "Most Jam-Packed Mario Tennis Yet"
Nintendo has debuted a new overview trailer for Mario Tennis Fever, the upcoming entry in the Mario Tennis series that Nintendo is calling the "most jam-packed Mario Tennis yet," and it's not just saying that. By playable characters alone, Mario Tennis Fever is the biggest game in the series' history as it'll feature a total of 38 characters at launch.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Metroid Prime 4 devs wanted to "make sure" MacKenzie "wasn't annoying" and somehow missed the fact that fans have been annoyed by the existence of speaking characters in the series for decades
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a game with a lot of flaws, but none of them drew more attention from the gaming world than Myles MacKenzie, the character who spends much of the game's runtime bombarding Samus and the player with tutorials and hints of questionable helpfulness. The devs apparently took steps to make the character less annoying, but I'm still scratching my head over how they missed the fact that this kind of thing
January 8, 2026 — Source

My Mario Product Line Releases In The US In February
The lineup caters to infants and toddlers, with a variety of wooden block games, board books, and apparel arriving in February.
January 8, 2026 — Source

New Mario Tennis Fever overview trailer highlights modes and amiibo
We're only a few weeks away from the release of Mario Tennis Fever on the Nintendo Switch 2, and in classic Nintendo fashion, a new overview trailer has just dropped. The trailer showcases the ins and outs of the game, including new mechanics, modes, and even amiibo support; not to mention the massive roster of 38 characters.
January 8, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

New Switch 2 Joy-Cons Are Here And They're Extremely Underwhelming
I get why they're $100, but I don't get why I should buy them.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Nintendo announces new Joy-Con 2 colors, though they aren't exactly colorful
This morning on social media, Nintendo revealed some brand-new Joy-Con 2 colors that will soon be available. Coinciding with the launch of Mario Tennis Fever on February 12th, 2026, players will now be able to own Light Purple and Light Green controllers to... not match their systems? Yeah, I'm not sure if I get it, especially not with the $100 price tag.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Nintendo is bringing its cute My Mario collection to the US next month
The line includes toys, apparel, a book, and a mobile app that will be available starting on February 19th.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Nintendo reveals first set of new Switch 2 Joy-Con controllers, and underwhelming is putting it lightly: $100 for a different ring around the analog stick
We're far removed from the fancy 3DS designs
January 8, 2026 — Source

Nintendo reveals its first Switch 2 Joy-Con color variant
The light green and light purple colorway launches on February 12.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Were Reportedly Not Amazing Over The Holidays
Despite its impressive launch, Nintendo's new console appeared to lose momentum at the end of the year.
January 8, 2026 — Source or Source

Nintendo's My Mario collection is coming to the US with these cool perks for kids
Japanese video game giant Nintendo announced that it will launch the My Mario collection for kids living in the US next month. As the name suggests, the collection is inspired by Mario and his friends from the Mushroom Kingdom.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's New Joy-Con 2 Controller Set Is Up For Preorder At Amazon
The Light Purple/Green Switch 2 Joy-Con Controllers launch February 12 alongside Mario Tennis Fever.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Seasonal Switch 2 sales show significant slowing as annual cycle sunsets
After record-setting launch, Western holiday sales are down compared to the first Switch.
January 8, 2026 — Source

The first new Switch 2 Joy-Con controller colors are here, and here's where to get them
The Light Purple / Light Green Switch 2 Joy-Con launch on February 12
January 8, 2026 — Source

What to expect from the Switch 2 in 2026: Pokemon and Zelda celebrations, tons of ports, and comfort Nintendo food
Opinion | After a strong debut, the Switch 2 is marching into its second year with huge ambitions and the promise of a rich and varied library
January 8, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 7th, 2026

007 First Light has modest system requirements -- if you have 32GB of RAM
RTX 3060 Ti recommended for 1080p 60fps gameplay
January 7, 2026 — Source

8BitDo's newest controller turns your phone into a Game Boy
8BitDo has teased a new controller during CES 2026 that turns your phone into a Game Boy. The controller is not yet available, but 8BitDo says it plans to launch it later this Summer.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Belkin Now Has an Even Better Switch 2 Charging Case
This time, the case is a charging stand.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Hitachi launches voice recognition software for Switch 2 devs to incorporate in games
As part of an effort to allow for more voice based commands in games, Nintendo has partnered with Hitachi to launch a new version of the "Ruby Spotter" voice command recognition software for developers. Previously available in cars, industrial equipment, and navigational devices, Ruby Spotter will make use of the Switch 2's built-in microphone to enable players to interact with their games in a new fashion.
January 7, 2026 — Source

How To Get Klawf And Shiny Dhelmise In Pokemon Go
Klawf and shiny Dhelmise are appearing during Pokemon Go's Pinch Perfect event. Here are some tips to help you get them.
January 7, 2026 — Source

I'm hyped for 8Bitdo's mobile controller, but Gamesir has already Game Boy-ified my phone
The 8BitDo FlipPad will arrive this Summer
January 7, 2026 — Source

JSAUX just brought back one of my favorite Nintendo Switch accessories for Switch 2, and stole Genki's thunder
Portable docks are back on the menu
January 7, 2026 — Source or Source

Mario Tennis Fever features a roster of 38 characters
With just a little over a month until release, Nintendo is pulling back the curtain on Mario Tennis Fever, the latest installment in the Mario Tennis series. In a post on social media yesterday, the company stated that the roster for this newest game will include 38 characters, the most in series history to date. We already know some of the characters (obviously, Mario, Luigi, Bowser, and Peach are there), though the final few are a mystery.
January 7, 2026 — Source

One Of The Only Switch Streaming Apps Is Going Away Soon
The Hulu app has already been removed from the Nintendo eShop, and full support ends in February.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Star Wars Outlaws Nintendo Switch 2 Price Drops Far, Far Below MSRP
The impressive Switch 2 port of the fun open-world Star Wars adventure includes both story expansions.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Switch's Hulu app will be getting discontinued early next month
Despite people clamoring for more multimedia options on the Switch, Nintendo has announced that the Hulu app for its hybrid console will be discontinued on February 5th, 2026. Launched all the way back in November 2017, the app was a decent enough way to watch TV shows and movies if you had Nintendo's platform. The major issue with it was that quality was limited to strictly HD, which only really became a problem once 4K TVs started to take a foot hold in the market.
January 7, 2026 — Source

You can turn this modular clamp-on controller into an N64 or GameCube gamepad
The X5 Alteron works with smartphones and tablets, and it can replace faulty Joy-Cons on your Nintendo Switch.
January 7, 2026 — Source

You've Gotta See This Amazing Mario Kart World Speedrun
At AGDQ, a speedrunner showed off how to get the most out of Mario Kart World's free roam mode.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 6th, 2026

Animal Crossing Island Transfer Tool: How To Move Your New Horizons Saves To Switch 2
Here's how to move your island over to a Nintendo Switch 2 and play Animal Crossing: New Horizons' new update.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Build-A-Bear announces new Pokemon Pontya plush with a themed sleeper
Everyone's favorite fire horse Pokemon is now available as a cute plush from Build-A-Bear. Announced on social media today, the online store exclusive Ponyta plush is available for $60 with a 5-in-1 sound box and a rather fetching themed sleeper. It covers his little body and everything! It's adorable.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined demo hits digital storefronts on January 7th
Square Enix has announced that a free playable demo for Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, the remake of fan-favorite installment Dragon Quest VII, will be available for download tomorrow, January 7th, 2026. Downloadable on PC and consoles with demos available for both Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, progress made in the demo will carry over to the final game when it
January 6, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Game & Watch and Fire Emblem icons are now available on Nintendo Switch Online
The latest batch of profile icons is now available on Nintendo Switch Online, this time based on Game & Watch Gallery 3 and Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Koei Tecmo approached Nintendo to make Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
It turns out that Nintendo did not ask Koei Tecmo to make another Hyrule Warriors game -- this time, it was the other way around.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Nintendo admits that open-world tastes changed during Metroid Prime 4's long development
"I think this game is pretty much divorced from the changing of times"
January 6, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem Nvidia trailer shows new city area footage
A new trailer for Resident Evil Requiem has been released, showing off the game's Path Tracing visual capabilities with Nvidia graphics cards.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Tetris 99 kicks off 2026 with a new Animal Crossing: New Horizons Maximus Cup
With Animal Crossing: New Horizons' 3.0 patch landing next week, it only makes sense that Nintendo would promote the update with a Tetris 99 theme. Running this weekend from January 8th, 2026, until January 12th, 2026, the 51st Maximus Cup will be sporting another Animal Crossing: New Horizons theme for players to collect. As with past events, you simply need to earn 100 points to acquire the theme for future use.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 5th, 2026

Belkin just upgraded our favorite Nintendo Switch 2 case
A $100 Nintendo Switch 2 case with plenty of hidden features
January 5, 2026 — Source

Belkin launches Charging Case Pro for Switch 2 at CES 2026
CES 2026 kicked off yesterday in Las Vegas, Nevada, and computer peripheral manufacturer Belkin was on-site to announce a whole slew of new products. While most of them are focused on charging your mobile device on the go, one neat accessory for the Nintendo Switch 2 might be a solid choice as a carrying case for new owners. Called the "Charging Case Pro," this rather chonky case comes packed with a 10,000mAh power bank to comfortably charge your Switch 2 while also protecting it from the elements.
January 5, 2026 — Source or Source

Every serious gamer should consider Belkin's new Nintendo Switch case - here's why
Belkin's Charging Case Pro for Nintendo Switch 2 receives a facelift, and it's now available in three colors.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Final Fantasy character designer Toshiyuki Itahana announces departure from Square Enix
Kicking off the new year with some bittersweet news, legendary Final Fantasy character designer Toshiyuki Itahana has announced that he left Square Enix at the end of 2025. Known for his work on Final Fantasy IX and Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, Itahana revealed the news on his personal blog that explains some of his decision for stepping away from the company. "I felt this was the right moment to draw a line under this chapter and take on new challenges," he stated.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Fitness Boxing 3 is getting some Persona 5 Royal DLC this week
If you've been burning the calories away with the Fitness Boxing series and happen to also be a Persona fan, this announcement is just for you! As revealed on Twitter yesterday, Fitness Boxing 3 will be getting some Persona 5 Royal DLC this week to the tune of five new songs to punch, duck, and weave to. Set to release on January 8th, 2026, the five songs will include the following:
January 5, 2026 — Source

Pac-Man wakas his way into Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds this week
Sega has posted a short teaser trailer for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds' upcoming Pac-Man DLC. Set to hit all platforms on January 7th, 2026, it will bring Bandai Namco's famous yellow... chomper?... into the game for players to race with. Much like the previously released crossover packs, it will also boast a new track to race on and a new car. You'll also be able to play as the four different ghosts, which include Inky, Blinky, Pinky, and Clyde.
January 5, 2026 — Source

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time ditched the series' iconic overworld theme because composer Koji Kondo thought it'd "get boring and repetitive to hear the same melody all the time"
"I've always kind of wanted to shake up the music a little bit"
January 5, 2026 — Source

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's Story Was "Held Back" for Age of Imprisonment
One example of story elements being held back, according to the Tears of the Kingdom director, was the identity of the game's Sages.
January 5, 2026 — Source

"Unbelievable!": Banjo-Kazooie composer as shocked as everyone else to hear the Bubblegloop Swamp theme on a national NFL broadcast
Yes, Sunday Night football really did just feature Banjo-Kazooie music
January 5, 2026 — Source

XREAL 1S: Better AR Glasses With Brighter Screens & Lower Price
Announced at CES 2026 for $449, the XREAL 1S brings 1,200p Micro-OLED displays with 700 nits of brightness and the X1 chip that lets you switch from 2D to 3D instantly. The optional Neo hub ($99 now, $119 later) adds a 10,000mAh battery and lets the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck stream games at 1080p/120Hz without needing docking stations.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 2nd, 2026

2025 promised a handheld revolution — and while some devices delivered, others exposed the cracks in the booming market
The handheld revolution is here, and now it needs a translator.
January 2, 2026 — Source

AdHoc Studio's Dispatch Reaches Over 3 Million Copies Sold to Close Out 2025
We're officially in 2026 at the time of this writing, and everyone across the world is simultaneously looking back at the year that was and ahead at what's to come. For Dispatch developer AdHoc Studio, that reflection took the form of a highlight reel showing off several in-game statistics about how active players have been in their debut game, and capping the video by announcing the game had sold over 3 million copies since launch.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Dispatch has officially sold over 3 million copies ahead of Switch launch later this month
One of 2025's biggest indie hits was Dispatch -- an episodic superhero adventure title from developers who previously worked at Telltale Games and Night School Studio. Released in chunks, the game saw its final episode arrive in November; receiving high praise across the board and helping to push the game past 2 million copies sold. Since then, interest has not yet slowed down, with the title having now officially sold over 3 million copies in total.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Final Fantasy 14 lead Yoshi-P reportedly teases ports for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, asking fans of the MMO to "please wait"
FF14 could finally be going handheld
January 2, 2026 — Source

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's hub world was a result of the game's drawn out development cycle
A few days ago, a rather extensive interview with Nintendo regarding Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's development was posted by Famitsu Magazine. While details of the game's timeline placement within the series made the biggest splash, there's another nugget of insight buried within the sprawling text. If you were curious why 4: Beyond contained an open-world hub that felt years out of date with design trends, it's specifically because the game's development cycle took ages and went through an entire reboot before releasing.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Open-World Hub Was Influenced by The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
The open-world hub was ultimately a compromise between the developers and Nintendo after conflicting approaches to game design.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Might Receive Low-Graphics Options for Nintendo Switch 2 Release -- Rumour
Dataminers have also discovered references to local multiplayer for Wilds, as well as a Switch 2 upgrade for Monster Hunter Rise.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Onyx: The Dark Grip Trademarked by Bloober Team, Potential Reveal Coming on February 15th
The new title could be Project M, announced back in 2023 and seemingly offering a "vision that could only exist on Nintendo hardware."
January 2, 2026 — Source

Used 3DS prices have been soaring in the past week
Call it a touch of nostalgia or even a desire to buy cheaper games, but various reports around the internet have noted that used Nintendo 3DS prices have begun to soar over the last week. First spotted before the end of 2025 on social media, New 3DS XL prices are resting between $200-350 on eBay despite the console having been officially discontinued in 2020. There hasn't been any new development in homebrewing or hacking, which is leading many to believe it has to do with pricing increasing everywhere else.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — January 1ST, 2026

Dataminers may have uncover info regarding Monster Hunter Wilds on Switch 2
Following the release of "Title Update 4" for the PC version of Monster Hunter Wilds, dataminers have been digging through the newest patch for any information regarding upcoming DLC or events. In their quest to spoil every last bit of surprise, it seems they stumbled upon something else entirely: evidence that Capcom is working on a Switch 2 port for Wilds. While this normally would be speculation, there is some very specific wording in this latest batch of info that makes me believe it could be true.
January 1, 2026 — Source

Final Fantasy XIV director tells fans to 'look forward' to MMO on Switch
To kick off the new year with a ton of speculation and hope, Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida said during a New Year's in-game that fans should "look forward" to the hit MMO coming to Switch platforms. Specifically, when asked about the possibility of the game coming to Switch, Yoshida said, "Please look forward to it."
January 1, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's SNES cartridges get a USB-C adapter for playing, backing up, and validation — $59 SN Operator SNES-to-PC device supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, ships in April
The SN Operator will let you play your favorite SNES game cartridges on your PC, Mac, or handheld.
January 1, 2026 — Source

'Please Look Forward to Final Fantasy XIV on Nintendo Switch', Says Yoshida
Square Enix's Naoki Yoshida, known as the producer of Final Fantasy XVI and the director and producer of Final Fantasy XIV, has teased a port of the popular MMORPG to Nintendo Switch platforms during an in-game New Year celebration on Japanese servers. As reported by the blog Livedoor, when asked about it, he replied 'Please look forward to it.' It's not quite a confirmation, but fans are taking it as a definite sign that progress is being made on that front.
January 1, 2026 — Source

Think Monster Hunter Wilds On Nintendo Switch 2 Will Be An Impossible Port? New Screenshot and Information Suggest Otherwise
Over the past few days, dedicated Monster Hunter Wilds fans started taking an in-depth look at the Title Update 4 files, discovering mention of a Nintendo Switch 2 port and some of its potential features, including a dedicated NVIDIA DLSS profile and local multiplayer support with multiple consoles.
January 1, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — December 26th, 2025

Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and other Switch games are up to 50 percent off
Also, major discounts on Amazon smart speakers, a powerful Anker charger, and Apple Airtags
December 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — December 21st, 2025

Nintendo Switch 2 to reportedly get smaller capacity game cartridges soon, offering an alternative to costly 64GB cards — Storage crisis might delay production, however
16GB and 32GB physical media on the way?
December 21, 2025 — Source

Without Super Mario Bros, Hideo Kojima "probably" wouldn't have become a game dev: "When I saw that... I felt this medium would one day surpass movies"
Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding maestro Hideo Kojima, known for his grand and filmic blockbusters, was sucked into the game industry by an unexpected classic: Super Mario Bros.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — December 19th, 2025

3 weeks after a game-changing Super Mario 64 speedrunning hack was discovered, streamer sets new world record for beating the game with just one star on a drum kit
About three weeks ago, blindfolded speedrunning prodigy Bubzia shared a newly discovered Super Mario 64 hack he predicted would change the game "forever," and a ridiculous new world record bears that out.
December 19, 2025 — Source

A Nintendo Wii-like console that's giving the PS5 and Xbox Series X a run for their money wants to succeed where the Mario maker failed: "We are standing on a giant's shoulder"
"they only buy Wii Fit, Wii Sports and not many others... that's a bit of a problem"
December 19, 2025 — Source

Did a publisher's slip-up reveal smaller Switch 2 cartridges?
ININ Games quickly walked back a statement saying Nintendo will offer smaller capacity cartridges for physical game releases on Switch 2.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy VII Remake Switch 2 demo proves what the hardware is capable of in the right hands
Ever since I was a kid in the mid '90s, I've been obsessed with video games that pushed the limits of the hardware they ran on. Playing them felt almost forbidden, like experiencing something that simply shouldn't exist. Back then, it was titles like Doom on the SNES, the Game Boy fps Faceball 2000, or even the cancelled Resident Evil port for the Game Boy Color, which incredibly just leaked online in a near complete state a few days ago.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy VII Remake's Switch 2 demo compares favorably to Series S with cleaner image quality
Digital Foundry took a look at the recently released demo for Final Fantasy VII Remake on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox consoles and came away with some warm impressions for the Nintendo conversion. While it's not revelatory in terms of image quality or even better than the next-gen versions, the image quality on Switch 2 compares favorably to Series S and often looks perceptively better despite a lower internal resolution.
December 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Game-Key Cards Are Not Going Away': Nintendo Switch 2 Smaller-Capacity Cards Won't Reportedly Matter Due to Rising Costs of Materials
Though an official confirmation has yet to be provided, it's all but confirmed that more Nintendo Switch 2 cartridge options are being offered to publishers. According to ININ Games, two new, smaller cartridge sizes were announced this week by Nintendo, allowing the publisher to release R-Type Dimensions III on a physical cartridge in Europe.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Legend of Zelda lead Eiji Aonuma wanted to launch the first Zelda game on the Switch 2, but working with Koei Tecmo on Age of Imprisonment at least offered "some inspiration"
"If I'm being honest, we wanted to launch the 'first' one"
December 19, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Might Change The Switch 2 Feature Players Complain About Most
This may be a welcome development for Nintendo Switch 2 players who hate Game-Key Cards.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025: the hot console's first year evaluated
How has Nintendo's hyped-up games machine fared in its launch year?
December 19, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2: 6 Month Review, Bigger Screen, Better Comfort, but Is It Worth Upgrading?
Is the Nintendo Switch 2 the gaming revolution it promised to be, or does it fall short of the hype? Six months after its release, this question still sparks heated debates among gamers. In the video, Tech Fowler breaks down the console's strengths and shortcomings, offering a thoughtful look at whether it's worth the investment. With its upgraded hardware, sharper display, and backward compatibility, the Switch 2 aims to elevate the hybrid gaming experience.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Publisher ININ claims Nintendo now offers smaller Switch 2 game cartridges, Nintendo's made no official statement
In a now deleted post on social media today (archived by Wario64), publisher ININ has stated that Nintendo is now offering two smaller cartridge sizes for physical Switch 2 games. A few hours later, it retracted that statement and said it can only confirm that the upcoming R-Type Dimensions III will be released on a cartridge, which is presumably a smaller size than the default 64GB offered.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Game Ditches Game-Key Cards For A Physical Release, But It'll Cost More
A small price to pay.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 pub backs off Game Key Cards after leaking lower-cost cartridge options
Inin suggests new low-cost options allowed it to "recalculate production" for full cartridge.
December 19, 2025 — Source

The best Nintendo Switch controllers to buy right now
Many of the best Switch 2 controllers work fine on the original Switch, too.
December 19, 2025 — Source

The word "arsehole" got a bestselling Switch shopkeeping sim removed from the eshop: "A single word in more than 100,000 words of localization was caught and scrutinized without a chance for us to fix it"
Tiny Bookshop's developer says "It is incredibly difficult to re-enter those charts once that momentum is broken"
December 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — December 15th, 2025

25 years on, Pokemon Crystal is still the blueprint for modern Pokemon
Anniversary | After a quarter of a century, Pokemon Crystal deserves to be remembered for revolutionising the series
December 15, 2025 — Source

Crystal Dynamics stresses that Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is a reimagining more than just a remake
In a new interview posted by Video Games Chronicle today, Scott Amos (head of studio) and Will Kerslake (game director) of Crystal Dynamics sat down with the outlet to discuss why it decided to return to the original Tomb Raider game after 30 years. While the obvious answer is that the 30th anniversary should be a big deal, Tomb Raider already had a remake 18 years ago in the form of Tomb Raider: Anniversary. Why was now the right time to revisit that original PS1 classic?
December 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Divinity: Original Sin 2's next-gen update is now live, including a Switch 2 port
I speculated as much last week during the new Divinity's reveal for The Game Awards, but Larian Studios has announced that the next-gen update for Divinity: Original Sin 2 Definitive Edition is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Boasting higher resolution output, updated visuals, smoother playback, and all the DLC the base game received, this is the best way to experience the game on consoles if you have the appropriate hardware.
December 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Hades 2 lead says the best boons from Early Access weren't killed, just reskinned: "We think it's important not to be too precious about these things"
Hades 2 developer Supergiant Games understands it's hard to move on. You were always going to miss some of the roguelike's Early Access features, though you should try not to dwell on it. Creative director Greg Kasavin assures players that some of those "missing" Boons are still present in the game's final version -- they're just different.
December 15, 2025 — Source

How to transfer games to Switch 2 from Switch 1
Transferring data, games, and accounts between Nintendo Switch consoles can be done during or after setup
December 15, 2025 — Source

Pokemon GO Raid Hour for Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokemon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Review -- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
Like a handful of current and former colleagues here at Nintendo Wire, I know exactly where I was the morning of June 13th, 2017. Packed into a hotel room turned office, we're watching Nintendo's digital Spotlight presentation, typing up news articles and getting excited for our favorites — I got way too hype over Clean returning as a copy ability in Kirby Star Allies. That outburst was nothing compared to the collective fervor when, defying all odds and blowing all minds, Metroid Prime 4 was announced.
December 15, 2025 — Source

The 25 Best Nintendo Switch Games Right Now
Pokemon, Zelda, Mario and Metroid are some of the best games for the Nintendo Switch. They will be carried forward if you upgrade to a Switch 2.
December 15, 2025 — Source

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Switch 2 Review -- A Compromised Port
Excerpt: Skyrim: Anniversary Edition on the Switch 2 is an unfortunately compromised version where it should be a slam dunk.
December 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — December 12th, 2025

CRKD Introduces Nitro Deck 2 Controller, First Shipments Expected Spring 2026
Level up your handheld play with Nitro Deck 2! A completely new product engineered for compatibility with Nintendo Switch 2 and fully backwards compatible with Switch and Switch OLED. The Nitro Deck 2 delivers redesigned ergonomics, newly optimized controls, and expanded versatility across PC, mobile and smart TVs via Bluetooth and USB.
December 12, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

CRKD Nitro Deck 2 pre-orders are live, and my Switch 2 is buzzing with excitement
CRKD Nitro Deck 2 pre-orders are ready to go
December 12, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders will not be getting DLC per the game's director, team to disband
On social media last night, Kirby Air Riders director Masahiro Sakurai reconfirmed that his latest Kirby game will not be receiving any DLC. As stated in the lengthy Air Riders Direct a few months back, the game was not created with the intention of puffing it out with paid or free expansions. Following some patches, the team will disband to work on different projects under different publishers.
December 12, 2025 — Source or Source

Many games from The Game Awards are now on sale
Including discounts on Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Death Stranding 2, and Silent Hill f.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Review -- Refined but Restrained
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, shines in sound, visuals, controls, and performance, but level design is flat and NPC chatter nags.
December 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Switch 2 could get more expensive as DRAM and NAND costs spike
Nintendo faces a 41% DRAM cost spike and an 8% NAND increase
December 12, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 RAM prices rise 41%, NAND flash up 8% — console giant shares nosedive in face of increased cost warnings
The RAM is in another castle.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Nitro Deck 2 For Nintendo Switch 2 Revealed
CRKD is aiming to make the Switch 2 more comfortable to use when it launches the Nitro Deck 2 next year.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends ZA Feebas location and evolution explained
Feebas evolves into Milotic in the Pokemon Legends ZA DLC when traded with a Prism Scale
December 12, 2025 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem has an episodic structure — equally split' between Grace's and Leon's sections
Players can expect an equal dose of both Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy in the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem, in what sounds like an episodic structure.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Sorta Scary Cemetery Story walkthrough for Pokemon Legends ZA
Side Mission 148 in Pokemon Legends ZA DLC has you explore a cursed Cemetery with a special password
December 12, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — December 11th, 2025

53 Yoshi's Crafted World tracks added to Nintendo Music
Released in 2019, Crafted World is the spiritual successor to Woolly World, with the art style focusing on every element in the world being crafted out of different materials. Developers Good-Feel wanted the levels to look like they were crafted in a kindergarten class. Crafted World was well received, with the only major criticisms being the difficulty and soundtrack, the latter of which we'll get a look at in just a moment.
December 11, 2025 — Source

All Free Mystery Gifts In Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Here are all the freebies you can claim right now in the latest Pokemon game.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Celebrate Metroid Prime 4: Beyond with This Samus Aran Figure at IGN Store
Pre-order the legendary bounty hunter now.
December 11, 2025 — Source

I tested a bunch of Switch 2 screen protectors, and these are the best
Make sure it's glass, not plastic, then decide if you want it to be glossy or matte.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Plan Your Pokemon Team: Mega Dimensions DLC Added to Planet Pokemon Tool
All of the new DLC Megas, returning Pokemon and items for Legends: Z-A have been added in an update to the tool.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Pokemon GO's Season of Precious Paths' Well Armed event guide
Fighting-type Pokemon are being featured in Pokemon GO's Well Armed event. And, if Trainers can team up together from around the world and complete 10 million Max Battles, two Fighting-type Pokemon will debut in Pokemon GO. That's Clobbopus and Grapploct!
December 11, 2025 — Source

Skyrim Anniversary Edition on Switch 2 Is a Bit of a Mess
Bethesda has re-released Skyrim...again, this time for Nintendo Switch 2, but somehow made it worse, and I'm struggling to feel shocked.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Skyrim Switch 2 input lag is being investigated by Bethesda after players complained it made the RPG "unplayable," while the devs offer a potential solution in the meantime
There's a possible saving grace in the game's options
December 11, 2025 — Source

Tomb Raider remake 'Legacy of Atlantis' leaks ahead of Game Awards reveal
Almost like clockwork, the leaks from tonight's Game Awards event are starting to leak out in full force. While many were expecting some form of Tomb Raider announcement, it seems the next game in Eidos Montreal's reboot Tomb Raider timeline will be a remake of the original game. Titled "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis," a roughly 30-second trailer showcases not only some of the original puzzles from the opening area, but the iconic T-rex boss fight that Lara encounters.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Wah! A New GameCube Game Just Surprise-Released On Switch 2
It's time for payback.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Wario World is now available on NSO's GameCube app
Despite announcing two new additions to Nintendo Switch Online yesterday morning, Nintendo surprised everyone last night by announcing that Wario World would be joining the NSO GameCube app. Instead of releasing in a week, Wario World is actually available right now, and that's great. The platformer was one of the more overlooked titles from the GameCube's library that transplanted Wario into the third-dimension in style.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Work to restore the habitat in Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
In the latest trailer for Capcom's upcoming action RPG Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, we get a look at the main objective players will be tackling in the game: habitat restoration. As the description reads, "it's your duty to save endangered monster species from extinction. Through Habitat Restoration, save and restore monster numbers and with your conservation efforts, discover new monstie companions." That's certainly a stark departure from the main series, where you basically cause extinction.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — December 5th, 2025

20 Years Ago, Animal Crossing Finally Showed What It Could Be
Custom paths featured in the 2005 entry Wild World laid the groundwork for more city developments down the road.
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Best TVs for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025: OLED, QLED, and Budget Picks
Over the years, while PlayStation and Xbox were updating their games with every visual upgrade modern TVs could handle, being in the Nintendo camp was pretty stress free. The original Switch didn't offer 4K, HDR, Variable Refresh Rate, or 120hz. You could plug it into basically any TV and start playing with zero thought.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Capcom's next Monster Hunter Showcase is set for December 8th
Capcom has announced via social media that the next Monster Hunter Showcase will take place on December 8th, 2025, at 2 p.m. PT | 4 p.m. CT | 5 p.m. ET. Focusing mostly on a new title update coming to Monster Hunter Wilds, the stream will also cover some new information regarding Monster Hunter Stories 3, likely for the game's DLC plans post-launch. With Stories 3 primed for a March 2026 launch, there are still a lot of unknowns regarding the game.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Here's how to use mouse controls on Metroid Prime 4, and how to make them even better
Get up to speed on Nintendo's first mouse-friendly game
December 5, 2025 — Source

Here's Why Nintendo Fans Think That Mario Kart World DLC News Is Incoming
It all centers around a surprise character that shows up in Donkey Kong Bananza.
December 5, 2025 — Source

How Dave The Diver's New DLC Uses A Dash Of Animal Crossing To Shake Things Up
Game director Jaeho Hwang details the upcoming In The Jungle expansion, which trades the sushi and starfish for grilled fish and alligators.
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond | Critical Consensus
Reviewers are divided on the addition of chatty NPCs to Samus's typically solo adventures -- although her new bike has gone down well
December 5, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond players are finding Samus' sidekick so annoying they are sharing hints for how to lessen the cringe: "I shut off voice volume completely and instantly felt better"
"I would pay you $10 for an option to shut him the f*** up and let me play the game"
December 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Set to Finally Acknowledge Donkey Kong: Bananza's Secret Character — And Fans Are Now Convinced The Timing Points to Mario Kart World DLC
Make way for the king.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia pre-orders have dropped, but I'm waiting for this adorable Ditto plush bonus
Pokemon Pokopia launches on March 6, 2026
December 5, 2025 — Source

Rumor -- Fans believe they've datamined some Donkey Kong Bananza DLC hints for Mario Kart World
This rumor requires some explanation since it's not all that straightforward. Earlier this week, Nintendo updated its Nintendo Today! app with a set of new themes based around Donkey Kong characters. Many of the illustrations were based on designs seen in Bananza, which makes sense considering it's the newest Donkey Kong game. What surprised many fans was the inclusion of a specific character set to unlock on December 15, 2025. Somehow, this has been linked to Mario Kart World receiving new character DLC.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Square Enix Launches OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 on Multiple Platforms
The wait is over! OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 is available now for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Windows, and Steam! But what exactly can you expect from this beautiful new HD-2D adventure? Read on and we'll tell you all about it!
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Doom Slayer's voice actor appears in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond as Ezra Duke
Fans that have rolled credits on Metroid Prime 4: Beyond already (how?!) have uncovered a pretty neat little factoid about the game: it features voice work from Jason Kelley of Doom Eternal and Doom: The Dark Ages fame. Portraying Ezra Duke, who first appears at the Flare Pool during Prime 4: Beyond's campaign, the official description for the character practically sounds like someone rewrote the backstory to Doom. "A sergeant in the Galactic Federation and a seasoned veteran of Space Pirate engagements," reads the game's Japanese website. "He is loyal, compassionate, and trustworthy, albeit his stubborn personality puts him in conflict with his superiors."
December 5, 2025 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 will support Pixel phones for video chat
The Nintendo Switch 2 will support Pixel phone cameras for its GameChat feature, allowing users to engage in video chat with friends while using the Pixel phone as a webcam. The GameChat feature is new with the Nintendo Switch 2, as older Switch models did not support video chats.
December 5, 2025 — Source

This new Hori Kirby case looks like they just gobbled up my Switch 2, and they're so cute that I'm gonna let them
I'd be okay if this Kirby ate my Switch 2
December 5, 2025 — Source

You can now use Pixel phones as a Switch 2 webcam
You may not need to buy a separate webcam to take full advantage of the Switch 2's GameChat feature.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — December 3rd, 2025

Capcom shares Resident Evil Requiem combat footage in Japanese TV special
With only a few short months left until the release of Resident Evil Requiem, it seems Capcom is starting to lift the veil on what the game will look like during combat. We've already seen cinematics and even some exploration, but now we have a better idea of how protagonist Grace Ashcroft will do battle with the undead. As it turns it, the game looks an awful lot like the Resident Evil 2 remake, at least as far as this short footage from a Japanese TV special indicates.
December 3, 2025 — Source

For its 50th Maximus Cup, Tetris 99 will be sporting a Kirby Air Riders theme
I can't believe that Nintendo has continued to support Tetris 99 for over six years, but just when you think you've heard the last of the best battle royale game on the market, Tetris 99 crops up again. This weekend, the 50th Maximus Cup event will be run with a brand-new theme up for grabs. Kirby Air Riders takes the stage, and players will need to earn 100 points over a four-day period to keep it indefinitely.
December 3, 2025 — Source

I've tested the latest Switch 2 controllers, and this one is the best
Not everyone wants to spend $90 on a single controller. Luckily, we found affordable third-party options that are great.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World Gets New Custom Items, Race Layout Changes in Version 1.4.0 Update
The update was quite a substantial one, and also brought in a host of fixes to various bugs, as well as quality-of-life features.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World Update 1.4.0 Tweaks Track Layouts, Adds Custom Item Rules, Now Lets You See What Music is Playing
Course correct.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World update makes playing with friends easier, one intermission track less pathetic, and finally allows you to turn that soundtrack up to the only option you need: "Loud"
Why bother with a volume slider when you only need one option
December 3, 2025 — Source

Mina the Hollower is seemingly 'make or break' for developer Yacht Club Games
Despite the overwhelming success of Shovel Knight and the ubiquity the character has received from gamers, it looks as if developer Yacht Club Games has a lot more riding on its next title, Mina the Hollower, than anticipated. In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Yacht Club co-founder Sean Velasco was asked a ton of questions regarding the studio's anticipated followup to Shovel Knight. In a rather telling quote, Velasco said
December 3, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Has Replaced Samus' Voice Actor For Metroid Prime 4, So It's No Longer Mass Effect's Jennifer Hale Doing the Grunts
"I have no recollection of recording it or signing a contract."
December 3, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Holiday Gift Guide for Parents
If a Switch 2 is on your child's wishlist this year, this guide will answer all your questions.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Palworld lead says "a very story-based" spin on the survival game is possible, as he knows "a lot of creature collector fans are used to story games" more like Pokemon
The original was "never designed to be a linear narrative game" however
December 3, 2025 — Source

Review -- Octopath Traveler 0 for Nintendo Switch 2
Octopath Traveler 0 is nearly upon us, and thanks to the folks at Square Enix I've spent plenty of time with it over the last few weeks. For those who are unaware, Octopath Traveler 0 is essentially a remake of the mobile game Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent with the gacha elements removed and brand-new story elements added, making for a full-fledged RPG experience for PC and consoles.
December 3, 2025 — Source

These Switch 2 Twin Controller grips are finally back in stock, and should be first up on your holiday shopping list
These Switch 2 accessories pair perfeclty with Mario Kart World
December 3, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 30th, 2025

How to Revisit Your Entire Nintendo Gaming History, Decade by Decade
Nintendo's revamped store app reveals your playtime and the titles of the games you've played.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Includes Casual and Normal Difficulty Options, Unlockable Hard Mode
Casual is meant more for first-time fans, while Normal is for series veterans. Unlocking Hard Mode requires clearing on Normal first.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour for Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Initially announced on January 31st, 2020, Niantic announced it would begin testing new types of events during February 2020 -- Pokemon Spotlight Hour and Mystery Bonus Hour. After testing and user feedback, Niantic combined both events into one and announced what Pokemon and bonuses would be featured in advance.
November 30, 2025 — Source

What's December 2025's Pokemon GO Research Breakthrough?
Every month, Niantic spotlights a Pokemon (or multiple Pokemon) for Pokemon GO's Research Breakthrough encounter. This feature was added to the game in April 2018 as part of the Field Research system. Essentially a quest system, Trainers can acquire Field Research tasks by logging in daily and/or spinning PokeStops (one task per PokeStop per day). When a task is completed and a reward is claimed, the Trainer will earn a stamp (only one stamp can be earned each day). After seven stamps are collected, Trainers will activate a Research Breakthrough. This bonus will let Trainers encounter a specific Pokemon to catch and will have a rating of 2- or 3-stars (or even "4-stars" if you're lucky). As well as earn items, including XP and Stardust.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 29th, 2025

The 10 Best Metroid Games
In advance of Metroid Prime 4, we rank the finest entries in Nintendo's iconic sci-fi series.
November 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 29th, 2025

AYANEO Next II gaming handheld packs MAX+ 395 APU, 9″ OLED panel and massive 115Wh built-in battery
AYANEO NEXT 2 handheld pairs Ryzen AI Max+ 395 with 9-inch OLED and 115 Wh battery
November 29, 2025 — Source or Source

I've been waiting 10 years for Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, so here's the five biggest updates I'm already loving, and the development choices behind them
Big Preview | Five standout features from Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, with insights from game director Leonid Parmenov on each
November 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 26th, 2025

296 Super Mario Party Jamboree tracks added to Nintendo Music
It's a Jamboree over at Nintendo Music, with the addition of Super Mario Party Jamboree's soundtrack! Released last October, Super Mario Party Jamboree is a successor to Super Mario Party, continuing the original rules that dominated the first eight Mario Party games. Jamboree received a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, with a new Jamboree TV mode that uses a camera peripheral.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Battletoads Arrives On Nintendo Switch Online Alongside Three Other Classic Games
A whole new generation is about to experience one of the most notoriously difficult games on the NES.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Both the NES and Game Boy NSO apps now have controller remapping, among a few other extras
07.13.2013
November 23, 2025 — Source

Latest Switch Online update brings two NES and two Game Boy titles to the service
Last night, Nintendo announced the latest classic titles coming to Nintendo Switch Online for November 2025. Including a duo of NES and Game Boy games, subscribers to The Big N's service can now play Battletoads or Ninja Gaiden 2: The Dark Sword of Chaos for the NES. On the handheld side comes Bionic Commando, and Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters. It's a blast from the past with tons of retro pizzaz.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime 4: What Every amiibo Does In-Game (Full Guide)
We're now just about a week away from the launch of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and while two of the three Prime 4 amiibo are already in stores as I type this, we still haven't known much about what these figures actually do in-game... until now! Nintendo of Japan has officially updated its amiibo webpage with full functionality details for all three figures.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Nintendo sent a crack team of unimaginably talented developers including Shigeru Miyamoto to the Mario's Picross studio to "personally" teach the plumber's aura
Nintendo took the development of the Game Boy puzzle game very seriously
November 23, 2025 — Source

The Top 15 Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games
Our picks for the most fun you can have on your new Nintendo console.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 23rd, 2025

Analogue's 4K Nintendo 64 Will Be Restocked November 24
The Analogue 3D's price has increased to $270 for new orders. All original preorders will be completed before restock ships December 2.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 22nd, 2025

Before Banjo-Kazooie's mascot was a bear and after he was a human, the N64 icon was actually a rabbit, according to a former Rare developer
"We went from a boy to a rabbit for about a week"
November 22, 2025 — Source

Indie App Spotlight: 'Mint' is an all-in-one collection tracker for Pokemon enthusiasts
If you're a massive Pokemon trading card came enthusiast, you might found yourself with thousands of cards in your collection. Mint aims to make things easier for collectors, by giving yourself an easy way to track your whole collection, its value, and more. It's also designed for iOS 26 and Liquid Glass, and will look right at home on your iPhone.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 21st, 2025

8Bitdo has a grey N64 controller on the way with authentically colorful buttons, and I need it after failing to make my own
I tried to mod the black version and uh, yeah.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Animal Crossing: New Horizons' winter update isn't here yet, but this cozy Disney Dreamlight Valley DLC adds even more Stardew Valley flair to tide me over until Nintendo's release
Wishblossom Ranch is a wholesome delight
November 21, 2025 — Source

Everyone's Playing Shooters Right Now, New Data Shows — While Pokemon Legends: Z-A 'Underperformed' Compared to Arceus
Sales target.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Here's How to Relive Your Gaming History Spanning Decades Across Nintendo Consoles
Nintendo's new store app includes a list of the games you've played and how long you played them.
November 21, 2025 — Source

How to Get Every Eevee Evolution in Pokemon Legends Z-A
Eevee can evolve into eight different Pokemon. Here's how to get each one for your journey.
November 21, 2025 — Source

In Kirby Air Riders, expression is more fun than racing
Why race when there's fashion to be made?
November 21, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders icons have landed on Switch Online
New icons based off the brand-new Switch 2 title Kirby Air Riders are now available on Nintendo Switch Online! As always, you can trade Platinum Points for one of these icons, backgrounds, or frames. The Air Riders icons continue the trend of releasing in waves, with Wave 1 available from now until November 26th.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders will feature at least one year of scheduled in-game events
In a small post on Twitter, Nintendo has confirmed that in-game events for Kirby Air Riders will continue on a regular cadence for at least one year. With the game having just released for Nintendo Switch 2, players jumping in can look forward to experiencing something new every week or so until December 2026 (estimated). Whether the game gets new events beyond that is anyone's guess, but the early reception to both the Global Test Ride and the game's critical reviews suggest it will have some legs.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World: Knockout Tour Streamer Showdown ⁠-- How to Watch
Start your engines, and may the best streamer win!
November 21, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's removing 'bikini chef' designs from Kirby Air Riders' in-game marketplace
Kirby Air Riders hasn't even been available for more than a day yet, but that hasn't stopped players from creating the perfect air rider design: a bikini clad Chef Kawasaki. What started as a meme a few years back in Japan has become a cultural phenomenon and is now making its way into Air Riders' in-game marketplace, a spot where players can use in-game coins to buy designs from other players. Sadly, Nintendo isn't too keen to let the Chef have his freak flag flying for all to see, and has been removing designs uploaded by various players.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Nintendo, cover your eyes: Kirby Air Riders players fight back as micro bikini vehicle gets removed from the Switch 2 racer, immediately replacing it with a newer, sexier version
The open flames aren't the hottest thing in Chef Kawasaki's kitchen
November 21, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Has Found A New Way To Battle, But It Needs To Evolve Past That
Pokemon Legends: Z-A might have found a new way to battle, but it likely won't inspire a larger competitive scene.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem contains characters 'involved in the Raccoon City Incident,' producer states 'don't over-expect or hype it'
For months now, fans have been speculating that Resident Evil Requiem will contain at least one major character from the series' past. For whatever reason, people have worked themselves up to believe that Leon S. Kennedy will show up, possibly because the previous remake was Resident Evil 4. According to the game's producer, Masato Kumazawa, Requiem will feature "characters that have been involved in the Raccoon City incident," but he isn't giving hints and has stated fans shouldn't expect too much.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Smash Bros creator Masahiro Sakurai was seemingly teasing his latest game Kirby Air Riders in plain sight for years, and I can't believe no one noticed until now
Kirby fans have noticed that Super Smash Bros. creator Masahiro Sakurai was hiding the fact he was working on Kirby Air Riders in plain sight in his old tweets.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Street Fighter 6 moves six million units globally
Capcom has revealed on social media that its fantastic fighter, Street Fighter 6, has moved six million units worldwide. Reversing course from the somewhat mixed reception that Street Fighter 5 received, 6 was immediately welcomed by fans as a return to form for the legendary series. Combining a fresh aesthetic with more complex gameplay, the last two years have seen a number of updates and tweaks alongside regular DLC add-ons and even a Switch 2 port.
November 21, 2025 — Source

"The Assassin's Creed franchise exceeded our expectations": Assassin's Creed Shadows is "overperforming" according to Ubisoft, set to "reach a broader audience" soon thanks to its new Nintendo Switch 2 port
The Valley of Memory update for Assassin's Creed Mirage gave that game a massive boost too
November 21, 2025 — Source

The IGN Readers' Top 25 Nintendo Games of All Time
From Mario to Zelda, here's your ranking of Nintendo's best.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 20th, 2025

An Unexpected Developer Is Behind Some Big Free Switch 2 Updates
The studio helped bring Super Mario Odyssey and Arms, among others, to Nintendo's new console.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade Will Require Over 90 GB of Storage on Nintendo Switch 2
Before the company confirmed these new storage requirements, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade was previously expected to need 88 GB.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Masahiro Sakurai maybe gave Kirby Air Riders players too much power as there already multiple scantily clad versions of Chef Kawasaki flooding the vehicle market
The GameCube one is pretty cool though
November 20, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Ray Tracing Capabilities Are Reportedly Finally Put to Use By a First-Party Game
According to Digital Foundry's Alex Battaglia, "RTXGI SDK allows the dev to bake out the probes if they want for an offline mode that does not use Real-Time RT." As such, a more in-depth look at the game is required to understand if Kirby Air Riders is indeed the first Nintendo Switch 2 first-party title to support ray tracing in some capacity.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Now that Kirby Air Riders is out, everyone is making the same joke about Nintendo immediately asking Masahiro Sakurai to work on Super Smash Bros 6: "Alright. We let you make Air Riders. You know what comes next..."
Kid Icarus Uprising 2, obviously
November 20, 2025 — Source

We've Never Seen Anything Like Switch 2's Sales Before
The Switch 2 is also pacing ahead of the PS4 over a similar period of time.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 14th, 2025

A recent Switch 2 update blocks some third-party docks, but Nintendo isn't saying why
There's now a legal and illegal way to make Switch 2-compatible docks, apparently.
November 14, 2025 — Source

After 18 years, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a surprisingly magical return to Nintendo's legendary series, and I'm all in on psychic abilities and the power of friendship
Hands-on | My 80 minutes blasting away on the Nintendo Switch 2 left me feeling one thing: good for her
November 14, 2025 — Source

Despite fans' initial cries to "drop the price," Switch 2 "hardware was appropriately priced," actually, thinks former Nintendo icon Reggie Fils-Aime
He calls that the Mario Kart bundle "very smart" as it "took the edge off" its $80 price
November 14, 2025 — Source

Helldivers 2 boss says GTA 6 is "going to blot out the sun in a way that is unimaginable for everyone else," and its latest delay means "6 more months of uninterrupted work" without Rockstar's game "looming over us"
"My suggestion to anyone who's afraid of GTA is to change your line of business"
November 14, 2025 — Source

HORI has a new line of Gengar and Mimikyu Switch 2 accessories
The Nintendo Switch 2 continues to sell like hot cakes, so peripheral manufacturers aren't stopping with new accessories for owners to grab. If you're looking for a stylish carrying case and are a big fan of Gengar, Hori has got you covered.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Is It Safe To Use A Phone Charger To Charge The Nintendo Switch 2?
So, you're enjoying your favorite video games on the Nintendo Switch 2, and the battery is running low. While your phone's charger is right in front of you, the official one is in another room. What do you do? Is it safe to use your smartphone's charger to power the handheld console?
November 14, 2025 — Source

'Metroid Prime 4' looks and feels great, but I'm nervous about one little thing
Samus is back, and weirdly, she's not alone.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Denies Suggestion It Deliberately Broke Third-Party Switch 2 Dock Compatibility, After Scores of Users Report Issues Following Latest Console Update
Nintendo has denied the suggestion it has intentionally disrupted or hindered any "legal third-party dock", after scores of fans reported that the console's most recent update had left their devices unusuable.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Releases 7-Minute 4K Deep Dive Trailer for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
It's incredibly hard to believe we're now less than a month away from the launch of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond—a game we've waited a whopping eight years for since its announcement at E3 2017. But here we are, on the cusp of an all-new first-person Metroid adventure. To get you ready, Nintendo just dropped a seven-minute overview trailer showcasing the game's locations, enemies, and absolutely stunning visuals.
November 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo says it has 'no intention' of blocking third-party Switch 2 docks following firmware update that stopped them from working — accessory makers scramble to deploy workaround
Nintendo says it isn't on a mission to break third-party docks.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Says It's Not Prohibiting Third-Party Switch 2 Docks After Players Report Bricking Issues
The company claims there was no intention to "hinder or invalidate legal third-party dock compatibility."
November 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Says Newest Switch 2 Update Didn't Deliberately Brick Third-Party Docks
Third-party dongle docks appear to be failing after the 21.0.0 update.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Owners Furious After Update Bricks 3rd Party Docks
A recent Nintendo Switch 2 firmware update is reportedly bricking third-party docks, angering users. Nintendo claims it isn't intentionally blocking them, but some are skeptical.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2's Software Update Has Seemingly Broken Compatibility With Third-Party Docks
The update, released earlier this week, made no mention of breaking compatibility with third-party Switch 2 docks in its patch notes.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo, seemingly unfazed by how the same approach failed during the Wii U era, delivers a truly bizarre advertisement for its next big Switch 2 exclusive Kirby Air Riders
It's no "you're a kid now, you're a squid now" that's for sure
November 14, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia for Switch 2 Is Now Available to Preorder -- Out March 5
An adorable addition to your Switch 2 game collection.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem producer says the game is tonally 'very close to Resident Evil 2'
The upcoming installment in Capcom's flagship horror series has been compared to fan-favorite predecessor Resident Evil 2 by Resident Evil Requiem's producer.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Delay Announced For Lollipop Chainsaw Port, And There Is A Good Reason Why
"We sincerely apologize for the extended wait and any inconvenience this may cause."
November 14, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 firmware update breaks support for third-party docks
Earlier this week, Nintendo rolled out a major Switch 2 firmware update, adding new quality of life features. Unfortunately, this same update also appears to have cancelled out support for third-party docks.
November 14, 2025 — Source

The PlayTrek 2-in-1 case is the Switch 2 storage option my holiday plans were calling for | Review
PlayTrek 2-in-1 Switch 2 case review
November 14, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 13th, 2025

After 15 years at Nintendo of America, former president Reggie Fils-Aime didn't get sent a free Switch 2 from the company so he experienced the launch "like a fan" instead
He's looking forward to Metroid Prime 4
November 13, 2025 — Source

Former Nintendo icon Reggie Fils-Aime says there are sometimes signs that innovation in the games industry "isn't there" anymore, and "that concerns me"
But AA and indies are leading the charge
November 13, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia doubles down on its weird pseudo-post-apocalyptic setting where humans are "gone," but maybe that's a good thing as they seem better off without us
Pokemon Pokopia - the upcoming crafty life sim that looks like Game Freak mashed Dragon Quest Builders into Stardew Valley -- has doubled down on its seemingly post-apocalyptic setting. Yes, humans aren't around anymore. And, yes, the Pokemon are much better off without us.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Pokemon life sim Pokopia shows off 4-player multiplayer oozing with Animal Crossing vibes, and new Pokemon forms including this mossy Snorlax I'm already in love with
It's even more like Animal Heracrossing than we first thought
November 13, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Trailer Showcases Animal Crossing-Style Gameplay — Plus A Mysterious Pale Pikachu, Mossy Snorlax and Professor Tangrowth
An extended trailer for Pokemon Pokopia has offered a deep dive into the upcoming Animal Crossing-like life sim, and a curious first-look at some all-new Pokemon designs.
November 13, 2025 — Source

The long-delayed Analogue 3D is shipping later this month
Analogue's 4K reimagining of the Nintendo 64 ships on November 18th, 2025.
November 13, 2025 — Source

The Rogue Prince of Persia comes to Nintendo Switch next month
The Rogue Prince of Persia is a highly slick and satisfying 2D side-scrolling rogue-like metroidvania from Evil Empire -- the current team working on the equally-as-excellent Dead Cells. Initially arriving in Early Access back in 2024, the game saw its full 1.0 release last August alongside a console launch for both Xbox and PlayStation. Though slightly later than the rest, The Rogue Prince of Persia has now been announced to be coming to the Switch family of devices next month.
November 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Undertale demo is transformed in "faithful" fan-made Game Boy Color demake, and you can play it right now
Undertale was already a love letter to SNES RPG Earthbound, but fans are going even further by porting the game to the 8-bit handheld
November 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 9th, 2025

A blow to Nintendo's controversial Pokemon patent could "embolden some competitors" to fight back against future lawsuits or accusations after the Palworld mess, IP expert says
Threatened third parties could feel more like they "have a stronger likelihood of success" if Nintendo's new patent is altered
November 9, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart and Super Mario Maker collide in this Steam racing game where you make your own courses while driving: "I've lost hours testing my game"
Mythic Kart Maker is a kart racer where you make the tracks
November 9, 2025 — Source

Red Dead Redemption 2: 79 Million Milestone; Overtakes Mario Kart 8 in Lifetime Sales
Rockstar's critically acclaimed Western epic is now the fourth best-selling title of all time, edging out the kart racing behemoth.
November 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 8th, 2025

2025--2026 amiibo Lineup and Pre-Orders: Mario Galaxy, Kirby Air Riders, Resident Evil, and More
It's a great time to be an amiibo fan! Over ten years since their debut, amiibo are still going strong—long after other toys-to-life brands have disappeared. With so many new figures announced, there's plenty to get excited about.
November 8, 2025 — Source

Public outrage amid Palworld lawsuit likely influenced new scrutiny of Nintendo's Pokemon patent, IP expert speculates, but it's debatable if giving that power to "people on the internet" who "scream loudly" is good
"Plenty of gamers are happy to take out their pitchforks and argue against things," but is that always beneficial?
November 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 7th, 2025

'GTA VI's Delay Is a Good Thing if it Means it'll Come to Handhelds
And it's not just the Switch 2 that could use a taste of Grand Theft Auto.
November 7, 2025 — Source

New Yoshi-themed app heads to the 'My Mario' line of interactive children's toys
In a new update from Nintendo of Japan, the company has announced that new Yoshi plushes and a Yoshi app will be coming to its "My Mario" line of children's toys. Announced this past August as a marketing campaign for children and parents, "My Mario" is intended as a range of products which introduce Mario to babies while following their own growth throughout life. Nintendo had stated it would be expanding the range with different products in the coming months, and it seems as if Yoshi was the next logical step for the brand.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 6th, 2025

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, The "Untold Story" of Tears of the Kingdom, is Out Now
Sync Strikes, new playable characters and a compelling narrative await, but the Musou title is critically on par with previous offerings.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Live-Action Zelda Movie From Sony And Nintendo Is Now Filming, Apparently
The Zelda movie is getting started.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo is about to retire the OG Switch
It was a good run.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto says one of the reasons Pokemon Red and Green were made was because creator Satoshi Tajiri joked Mario couldn't be surpassed unless fans were sold 2 copies of a game
Mario, Zelda, and Donkey Kong creator Shigeru Miyamoto has shared a story about the creation of the Pokemon franchise, and why most new entries tend to be split into two games.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Live-Action Legend of Zelda Movie is Now Shooting in New Zealand
Link's awakening.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's new Android app shows how much of your life you've spent playing its games
The new app shows activity history for Switch 2, Switch, WiiU, and even 3DS!
November 6, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends Z-A Mega Dimension DLC Arrives This December
Pokemon Legends Z-A has been out for three weeks at the time of this writing, and has had a stunning commercial start with 5.8 million copies sold in its first week, with strong sales in both the UK and the US. Continuing the momentum, today, The Pokemon Company announced that the game's first paid DLC, Mega Dimension, will arrive on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 devices this coming December 10, 2025.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A DLC Is Coming Really Soon, Brings New Mega Evolutions And Donuts
Jump into an alternate Lumiose City and encounter super-powerful Pokemon that should give players a challenge.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Gets First Post-Launch Patch, Adjusting Rank Battle Balance And More
Version 1.0.2 of the newly-released Pokemon adventure is available to download now on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, following the game's arrival last month.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A has a new update, but don't worry -- the Wild Zone 20 exploit that lets players hunt shiny Alpha Pokemon fast still works
A new Pokemon Legends: Z-A patch is here, and while it includes a number of fixes for known bugs and issues, fans are probably most pleased to find out that a certain popular exploit is still completely intact.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension DLC Trailer Reveals Release Date
Nintendo has revealed fresh details of Pokemon Legends: Z-A's upcoming Mega Dimension DLC, which stars two new variants of Pikachu evolution Raichu.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A's DLC expansion Mega Dimension launches next month, adding new Mega Evolutions, more returning Pokemon, and a familiar face from X and Y
Mega Dimension arrives on December 10
November 6, 2025 — Source

"Primary development focus" has shifted to Switch 2 according to Nintendo
During the early launch months for the Switch 2, Nintendo made sure to treat the last-gen Switch as a contemporary console, continuing to support the nearly 9 year old hardware with new first-party titles. While this may still be the case, Nintendo has now confirmed that they "will shift our primary development focus to Nintendo Switch 2."
November 6, 2025 — Source

Super Mario World, Zelda: The Wind Waker, Mario Kart 8, and more return to Japan's biggest speedrun event after Nintendo cited "unauthorized use"
Permission granted, I guess
November 6, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — November 5th, 2025

A Nintendo Store App Has Launched on App Store and Google Play
This morning, the official Nintendo Store app launched on the App Store and Google Play. The app allows Nintendo fans to browse Nintendo systems, accessories, games, and merchandise.
November 5, 2025 — Source

A Vast Majority Of Nintendo Switch 2 Owners Transitioned From Switch 1
It appears that Nintendo fans were eager to upgrade to new hardware.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Former GTA boss Dan Houser says Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears or the Kingdom are like Alfred Hitchcock films: "They're just speaking the language of video games"
The Rockstar co-founder calls them "these amazing things that could only be video games, they couldn't be anything else"
November 5, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders Global Test Ride: When Does It Start, How to Participate and More
Nintendo's next racing game will have a free demo for anyone interested in trying it out.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World nears 10 million sales as Switch 1's 8 Deluxe approaches 70 million
Since the launch of the Switch, Nintendo has managed to achieve a level of adoption for its first-party games which we perhaps have never seen before, with countless titles selling over 10 million copies -- and others like Mario Kart going even beyond 50 million. As they do each quarter, Nintendo has published updated game sales data, revealing that a solid half-dozen of their titles are about to hit new major milestones.
November 5, 2025 — Source

More adaptations of Nintendo's hit games are on the way, teases president Shuntaro Furukawa: "We are continuing to prepare for the ongoing release of movies in the future"
Following the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Nintendo aims to release a "consistent cadence" of big-screen titles going forward
November 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo is getting the Switch ready for retirement
The company says the Switch 2 will be its 'primary development focus' going forward.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo is shifting its "primary development focus to Nintendo Switch 2" as it looks to strengthen its development capabilities with plans to acquire new studios
Let the 'Nintendo is buying Sega' rumors commence
November 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo releases Nintendo Store App for iOS and Android
Nintendo has dropped a brand-new app on both iOS and Android. Aptly titled Nintendo Store, the app is available as a free download and finally gives us a one-stop shop to purchase Switch and Switch 2 games. While you won't purchase games natively in the app, it takes you directly to the product page where you can check out from there.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Store App Launches on iPhone With a Feature Fans Will Love
A new Nintendo Store app is now available on the iPhone and iPad, allowing you to browse games, review your play activity across select consoles, and more.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Store App Lets You Track Your Switch, 3DS And Even Wii U Gameplay Down to The Hour
Tick-tock clock.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Store App Released On Mobile, Shows Your Play Activity Dating Back To 3DS
Find out how many hours you spent in Face Raiders.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con are back to their lowest ever price at Woot
Perfect for stocking up ahead of the holidays
November 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo wants Mario Kart World to be a Switch 2 game fans will "continue to choose for years to come" like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and I hope that means DLC could be on the cards
Fingers crossed for a Booster Course Pass
November 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Palworld Dispute -- USPTO Orders Re-Examination of "Summon-and-Battle" Patent
USPTO director John A. Squires says "substantial new questions of patentability have arisen" that warrant re-examination.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 officially sold over 10 million units in its first 4 months
As they do each Quarter, Nintendo published its latest earnings report while updating its investor relations website, revealing just how well the console maker's software and hardware are doing. Four months on from the launch of the Switch 2 (as of the 30th of September), Nintendo's latest and greatest has officially sold over 10 million units.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 reaches highest global sales of any Nintendo platform in first four months of launch
Sales of latest console are "growing at the fastest rate in the history" of Nintendo's hardware, says president
November 5, 2025 — Source

US Patent Office to 're-examine' crucial Nintendo patent at centre of Palworld lawsuit
Recently, the Japanese patent office rejected Nintendo's application for a patent what would cover monster capturing and throwing mechanics, something that could serve quite the blow to the company's ongoing lawsuit against the creators of Palworld. Now, the US version of this patent, which Nintendo was granted earlier this year, is also in trouble, as the USPTO is now re-examining the patent's validity.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 31st, 2025

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition announced alongside major free update
Since the launch of the Switch 2 earlier this year, Nintendo has been rather selective with regards to which games get 'next-gen' upgrades and in what form. In an announcement which has been a long time coming, Nintendo has finally confirmed that Animal Crossing: New Horizons will receive a Switch 2 upgrade early next year -- alongside a massive free update for all.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Stories 3 DLC features Rudy's side story, takes to the skies in Autumn 2026
A new trailer has been released for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, showing more of the game's cinematic storytelling and announcing that pre-orders are now open.
October 31, 2025 — Source or Watch Video or Watch Video

Nintendo wins $17,500 lawsuit against Switch pirate who reportedly told the company he "can do this all day" and "I run the streets" after streaming unreleased games
The lawsuit went to default judgement after the defendant avoided attempts to serve him
October 31, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo's surprise Animal Crossing: New Horizons update isn't winning over everyone: "Isn't this just more Happy Home Paradise?"
"You will take your doll house simulator and you will like it!"
October 31, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A is Getting an Update in November Two Address Bugs.
Both of the bugs addressed in the upcoming update can end up being progression-blocking, since side mission rewards get bugged
October 31, 2025 — Source

Review -- Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Pokemon games' adherence to the established formula is something I've come to hold against the series. What that formula is has some growth behind it, but it's when it plays with convention that we see the best results. That's why I liked Legends Arceus so much — a game set in the game world's past, where catching Pokemon was streamlined and researching them was your main focus. It wasn't perfect, but it was a big and welcome change.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Share of the Week: Spooky
Chills and thrills abound in this week's shares
October 31, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 30th, 2025

A Newcomer's Review of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles
I have a confession to make, dear reader... one I've never spoken aloud in good company, and one that honestly shames me as a lifelong Final Fantasy fan. Alright, here we go... I have never really played the Final Fantasy Tactics series until now. That's right, one of the most beloved spin-offs in the entire franchise completely passed me by for over twenty-five years.
October 30, 2025 — Source

'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' gets first update in years. Here's everything new.
What a nice surprise.
October 30, 2025 — Source or Source

Animal Crossing: New Horizons is Officially Alive With Switch 2 Version, New Content Out in January
Switch 1 owners can upgrade to the new version for $4.99 to receive 4K support, mouse controls, 12-player co-op, and microphone support.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition announced with 4K graphics, new features, and new amiibo support
It's the update Animal Crossing fans have been begging for since the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2! That's right, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is getting a brand new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition packed with enhancements, updates, and exclusive features only possible on Nintendo's next generation console. Not only that, but a Version 3.0 update available to both Switch 1 and Switch 2 owners is also on its way. Both are launching January 15th, 2026.
October 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Update Will Let You Play Retro Games With One Silly Catch
You can obtain classic Nintendo consoles in-game and play from a limited selection of old titles.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Can you name all 84 Super Smash Bros Ultimate fighters without looking them up?
Put your Smash Bros hours to (more) good use with this quiz
October 30, 2025 — Source

Capcom Gets Behind Nintendo Switch 2 With Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 Pro Controller, the First Ever Resident Evil Amiibo, and a RE7, RE8, RE Requiem Generation Pack
Delivered with Grace.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Baldur's Gate 3 are leading a turn-based renaissance, and it's leaving games like Pokemon Legends: Z-A far behind
It's a good time to be a strategy sicko
October 30, 2025 — Source

Fallout co-creator Tim Cain remembers buying Super Nintendo games "for $59 in the '90s," but while digital games saved publishers money "those cost savings for digital weren't passed on to consumers"
"That would have been a really expensive game these days"
October 30, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Announces Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition and a Free Update to the Base Game
Turning over a new leaf.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Nintendo has been denied a patent in Japan for Pokemon-esque capturing mechanic
Over the past few years, Nintendo has tried its hand at patenting game mechanics that are similar to ideas present in the Pokemon games. Recently, people have speculated this was an attempt to prop up its defense in the ongoing lawsuit against Palworld developer Pocket Pair, which Nintendo claims infringed on multiple copyrights. In a crushing blow, however, Nintendo has been denied a patent in Japan for a Pokemon-esque capture mechanic, which just might turn the tides of that ongoing legal case.
October 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Wins Lawsuit Against Defiant 'Pirate' Streamer 'EveryGameGuru'
Nintendo has secured a final default judgment against Jesse Keighin, aka 'EveryGameGuru'. The gaming giant sued Keighin in 2024 after he streamed pirated copies of pre-release games. In correspondence with Nintendo's legal team, Keighin was initially defiant, but failed to defend the case against him. A Colorado federal court has now ordered the streamer to pay $17,500 in damages but refused to issue an injunction against unnamed "third parties" or order the "destruction" of circumvention devices.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends Z-A is sending players to an IRL Pokemon Center in Japan to show off their best Slowpoke mimicry, all for a special version of the pocket pal
Gotta Yaaan to win
October 30, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends Z-A's first update eases the grind for its best Mega Evolution stones, and flattens a nasty bug that stops players from catching Pokemon entirely
And it's due to land in November
October 30, 2025 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem's Switch 2 Pro Controller Is Up for Preorder
Is it worth the price?
October 30, 2025 — Source or Source

The Switch 2 Pro controller just got a Resident Evil Requiem Edition makeover - here's where to buy yours
A spooky glow up
October 30, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 26th, 2025

Nintendo Switch 2's game-key cards are "part of a larger trend that we can't avoid," Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director says, as physical media is becoming "less and less part of the industry"
"The user, the fans, the customers on Switch 2 very much value what's good about physical media. So, for that platform in particular, it's going to be an even slower change."
October 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 24th, 2025

Assassin's Creed Shadows Finally Has an Official Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date and a Price
Shadow dropped.
October 24, 2025 — Source or Source

Hades 2 devs are changing the true ending so much you're going to have to beat the Underworld a few more times to see it all
Although Hades 2 has had a couple of hotfixes since its long-awaited full release last month, it hasn't had a significant update -- until now, that is, as the roguelike dungeon crawler sequel just received a massive patch preview changing up its true ending and more.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Here's Everything Coming To Post-Launch Patch 1 For Hades 2
Supergiant actually fixed a lot of the story circling around the game's ending.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Trailer Showcases New Sync Strikes and Characters
The battle against the Demon King Ganondorf and his forces begins on November 6th, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2.
October 24, 2025 — Source

I spent 507 days obsessed with playing Hades 2, so I'm revisiting the first roguelike to decide which is my actual favorite
Now Playing | Zagreus, how I've missed you
October 24, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime Producer Seems as Excited as Fans for a Metroid Prime 2 Remake
Kensuke Tanabe wants Metroid Prime's local multiplayer experiment to reach more people.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Sells 5.8 Million Units in Debut Week
This morning, The Pokemon Company has announced that the latest installment in the monster-catching series, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, has sold 5.8 million units in its debut week, with Nintendo confirming that around half of those sales were on the Nintendo Switch 2.
October 24, 2025 — Source or Source

"Someone go tell Nintendo that": Former Blizzard president responds to Xbox boss saying exclusives are "antiquated," says "Nintendo has continually dominated with outstanding games"
I for one am shocked the company that doesn't make exclusives sees them as "antiquated"
October 24, 2025 — Source

The best Nintendo Switch 2 controller 2025: Compatible gamepads road tested with Ninty's new handheld
We're rounding up all the best Nintendo Switch 2 controllers we've tested so far
October 24, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 20th, 2025

Anbernic's DS clone will be cheaper than Nintendo's original
The RG DS will be priced at under $100 and is capable of emulating both Nintendo DS and 3DS titles.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends Z-A and this Switch 2 case are a match made in cozy gaming heaven, and it's never been cheaper
My wrists are forever thankful for this Spigen Switch 2 case
October 20, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A has an enormous, unavoidable grind if you want the shiny-boosting Shiny Charm, but fans are already finding ways to avoid doing the work
You could even complete it in your sleep
October 20, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Review -- Not as Good as Arceus, Still a Great Experience
Legends Z-A is not as good as Arceus was. It is, however, still a very good outing for the series, and, Arceus excepted, probably the best entry Pokemon has seen in the better part of a decade.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 17th, 2025

Does Pokemon Legends: Z-A have breeding or Eggs?
Pokemon ZA does not have a Pokemon Breeder, and no Eggs
October 17, 2025 — Source

How many Pokemon games can you name in 10 minutes?
Is your knowledge of the core Pokemon games on par with Mew? Let's find out shall we?
October 17, 2025 — Source

New Officially Licensed Switch Guitar Controller And Software Teaches You How To Play
After launching in Japan last year, Hori is bringing its Guitar Life controller to the US in December.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Ramps Up Switch 2 Production, Expecting To Smash Early Sales Estimates
Nintendo plans to produce 25 million Switch 2 units by March 2026, suggesting even stronger sales than initially estimated.
October 17, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo reportedly ramps up Switch 2 production to meet new target of 25 million consoles made by March 2026, with analysts forecasting they'll sell 20 million by then
Pokemon is sure to help that number along significantl
October 17, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's iconic NES Zapper could have been called something else if "a third" of a housewife focus group hadn't walked out of a Duck Hunt preview: "No guns are coming in my house"
"About a third of the women got up and walked out"
October 17, 2025 — Source

Rumored Pokemon Winds and Waves budgets are likely much larger than leaks, former Nintendo marketing leads say, because they don't cover "significant" marketing costs
The $20 million figure flating around doesn't paint the full picture
October 17, 2025 — Source

Sales exec who helped launch the NES says Donkey Kong Jr. Math is "the worst game we released" and Nintendo "thought it'd be great for kids' education, but we couldn't give it away"
Former Nintendo of America vice president of sales, Bruce Lowry, who helped launch the NES, has lifted the lid about the much-maligned Donkey Kong Jr. Math.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 15th, 2025

As Pokemon Winds and Waves rumors swirl after huge leak, ex-Nintendo marketing lead says "Nintendo and Pokemon really need to rethink their approach to information security"
The purported Pokemon leak may have revealed several years of games
October 15, 2025 — Source

As The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary looms, I'm begging Nintendo to stop ignoring its greatest run of Zelda games and make this generation's Ocarina of Time
https://www.gamesradar.com/games/the-legend-of-zelda/as-the-legend-of-zeldas-40th-anniversary-looms-im-begging-nintendo-to-stop-ignoring-its-greatest-run-of-zelda-games-and-make-this-generations-ocarina-of-time/
October 15, 2025 — Source

Hacking group claims to have breached Nintendo
Nintendo has suffered a few major cyberattacks before, leading to various leaks. Now, a hacking group has claimed responsibility for a recent attack on Nintendo, although the company has yet to confirm if a breach took place.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Magical Life-Sim Witchbrook Delayed Until Next Year
Developer Chucklefish wants to take its time getting all the details just right for the game, originally out this fall, but delayed until next year.
October 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment pre-order gift is pretty dull, but the Zelda nerd in me wants it anyway
UK Nintendo fans can grab a free Hyrule Warriors notebook
October 15, 2025 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 kit guide: build a handheld setup that will last
The Switch 2 gadgets you need to know about today
October 15, 2025 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller might be the best feeling gamepad I've held so far | Review
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller review
October 15, 2025 — Source

These Jsaux Switch 2 accessory savings have arrived just in time for Pokemon Legends Z-A
These Jsaux accessories are perfect for Pokemon
October 15, 2025 — Source

When Does Pokemon Legends: Z-A Launch? Release Times Revealed For Switch 2
Here is exactly when you can start playing the next big Pokemon game for Switch 2.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 13th, 2025

Assassin's Creed Shadows Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Reportedly Leaked
UPDATE: After various retailer leaks, a launch date has been spilled.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Pokemon GO Raid Hour for Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokemon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed and rescheduled to evenings (typically, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. your local time).
October 13, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A is the latest victim of a major Nintendo breach, as more than 70GB of information is reportedly shared online in huge 'Freakleak'
But this could be a planned extension of the recent 'giagleak'
October 13, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Has Started to Leak Online, Early Builds, Pokedex, and More
Major leaks of Pokemon Legends: Z-A have appeared online, including early builds and the full Pokedex, ahead of its Thursday, October 16, 2025 launch.
October 13th — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Might Be Switch 2's Next Massive Hit
Can Z-A's innovations - and the return of a fan-favourite mechanic - forge the strongest bond yet between Trainer and Pokemon?
October 13th — Source

'Pokemon Legends: Z-A': Everything you need to know before release
It's finally time to return to Luminose City with 'Pokemon Legends: Z-A' after 18 months of build-up.
October 13th — Source

The 10 Best Pokemon Spin-off Games
From photography safari to full-fledged strategy
October 13th — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 10th, 2025

After 11 Years Of Development, This Game Is Finally Ready For Early Access Business
Discworld meets cozy innkeeper vibes in this upcoming Steam Early Access game.
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

As Datamining Begins, Fans Warn That the Pokemon Legends: Z-A Spoiler Floodgates Have Now Opened
Careful where you surf.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Baldur's Gate 3 director wishes indie dev behind "impossible" RPG reminiscent of The Elder Scrolls: Daggerfall the "best of luck" as it hits 58k wishlists on Steam
Project Shadowglass, a stunning pixel-style indie title that looks just like those "impossible" RPGs in viral AI-generated posts, has not only caught the eye of potential players -- but big developers, too.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Baldur's Gate 2 writer was unconvinced anyone would care about romance in an RPG: "People don't come here to romance, they come here to fight s**t and battle dragons"
Decades before today's RPG fans began to hunger and, indeed, thirst for romanceable characters, Baldur's Gate 2 writer and Dragon Age narrative veteran David Gaider says including romance at all felt both uncertain and rare.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 Guide -- 15 Best Tips and Tricks You Need to Know
Having trouble finding your footing in Battlefield 6? Want to pick the best class or simply survive longer than a few minutes? These tips and tricks have you covered.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Best PC Graphics Settings In Battlefield 6
If you want to ensure you're getting the most performance and fidelity out of your PC in Battlefield 6, use our best Graphics settings.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Every Final Fantasy Game on the Nintendo Switch in 2025
Square Enix goes multiplatform.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Fractal's first gaming headset is as refreshingly elegant as its PC cases
The PC-focused company branched out with the Scape, a wireless headset that's one of my favorite tech releases of 2025.
October 10, 2025 — Source

How long is Battlefield 6? Campaign length and time to beat explained
The BF6 story mode is very short, but multiplayer has no time limit
October 10, 2025 — Source

Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition Is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Along With a Mysterious Switch Exclusive Horror Game Codenamed 'Project M'
IGN reports Bloober Team is developing a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Layers of Fear, a Switch exclusive horror game (Project M), and remaking the first Silent Hill game.
October 10, 2025 — Source

"Nintendo created their big competition": Shuhei Yoshida says Super NES ditching PlayStation at the last minute was "almost helpful"
"Otherwise the Sony team would have been stuck as part of a Nintendo system"
October 10, 2025 — Source

This Mario Game Just Released In The US For The First Time Ever
The SNES puzzle-platformer was created by Pokemon developer Game Freak.
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — October 8th, 2025

Cronos: The New Dawn Nintendo Switch 2 1.4 Update Brings Significant Visual Improvements
Cronos: The New Dawn has been significantly improved on Nintendo Switch 2 by a new patch that went live this week.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Just in case you thought Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds wasn't chaotic enough, its next online event has a mode rotation dedicated to throwing items at fellow racers to earn Minecraft prizes
Spin to win
October 8, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A has got the shiny hunting sicko in me cautiously optimistic, but I hope the RPG doesn't repeat one of Scarlet and Violet's biggest mistakes
Opinion | I love looking for rare, sparkly Pokemon, but I yearn for the return of Legends: Arceus' visual and audio cues
October 8, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Confirms Pikmin in New Animated Teaser
Nintendo has released a teaser video, "Close to You," hinting at a new Pikmin project potentially for the Nintendo Switch 2, possibly a new game or expansion.
October 8, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo Reveals Mysterious Animated Short is Indeed a New Pikmin Tease
This short film, a new version of yesterday's, now features visible and audible Pikmin creatures. The reveal rewards repeat viewings of the toddler's interactions.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Second Weird Baby Short Introduces Pikmin To The Mix
It's basically the same video, but this time, the colorful small creatures appear.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Pikmin fans are vindicated as Nintendo reuploads its mysterious baby short film with visible Pikmin, but still refuses to elaborate on what it's actually teasing
The return of Pikmin Short Movies?
October 8, 2025 — Source

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has Sega's "secret sauce" thanks to the devs combining "the essence" of multiple other "legendary" racing games like OutRun and Initial D
Sega knows its stuff when it comes to racing games
October 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — October 3rd, 2025

Modded Nintendo Switch "Pro" Holds Its Own Against the Nintendo Switch 2 In Some Backward Compatible Games, Comparison Shows
The Nintendo Switch 2 is considerably more powerful than its predecessor, but a recent online comparison shows the original Switch could have held its own better against the new console with a few key hardware tweaks.
October 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Modder turns Lego Game Boy into a fully working console
Real Game Boy components, no emulation, no Lego pieces sacrificed
October 3, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG Mega Evolution Is Finally Up for Preorder in the UK After Significant Delays
IGN reports that the Pokemon TCG Mega Evolution preorder is now available in the UK via Amazon, requiring an invite to purchase. Release was delayed to October 10.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG Mega Evolution: Where to Find ETBs, Boosters, and More In Stock
The Pokemon TCG's "Mega Evolution" set is now available, though stock is scarce, especially in the US. Elite Trainer Boxes and booster packs are pricey, with Mega Lucario ex and Mega Gardevoir ex being highly sought-after.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Two NVIDIA DLSS Types Are Available on Nintendo Switch 2, Including a "Light" Version Used to Upscale Beyond 1080p Resolution
The Nintendo Switch 2 supports two NVIDIA DLSS types: a standard version for 1080p and a "light" version for upscaling beyond 1080p.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 29th, 2025

A Bunch Of Lego Games Look Like They Might Get Switch 2 Editions
07.13.2013
September 29, 2025 — Source

Capcom initially believed Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney would not do well in the West
If you've ever wondered why it took so long for Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney to come to the West, we've now got a mostly definitive answer on the question. In a new interview/retrospective on the 20th anniversary of the DS port of the first Ace Attorney game, Time Extension spoke with two of the translators responsible for localizing Phoenix Wright in the West. The project wound up under the direction of Bowne Global Solutions' former project manager Steve Anderson, and veteran games translator Alexander O. Smith who both relayed the same message: Capcom did not initially believe the game would sell well enough to warrant a translation effort.
September 29, 2025 — Source

GameSir's clip-on controller turns smartphones into Game Boys
The accessory hasn't been officially announced but the company recently demonstrated it at the Tokyo Game Show.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Honda Actually Made A Pokemon You Can Ride And It Walks Too
A real-life Pokemon motorcycle with moving legs and self-balancing tech made its public debut in Japan
September 29, 2025 — Source

Multiple LEGO games seemingly leaked for Nintendo Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been a bit slow on the uptake when it comes to releasing 3rd-party titles for the console, with various developers complaining about a lack of Switch 2 dev kits. That said, it seems as though the LEGO-focused TT Games could be gearing up for a deluge of Switch 2 ports -- seemingly teasing just under half a dozen upcoming upgrades.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 26th, 2025

Yooka-Replaylee on Switch 2 runs at just 30fps due to "limited time with the development kits"
While the Nintendo Switch 2 is undeniably more powerful than the OG Switch, its current performance output has been somewhat mixed -- especially when it comes to 3rd-party titles. In an unfortunate announcement, the team at Playtonic have confirmed that Yooka-Replaylee on Switch 2 runs at just 30 fps.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 25th, 2025

Final Fantasy VII Remake co-director hopes players can one day accept Game-Key Cards
In a recent interview with JPGames.de, Final Fantasy VII Remake co-director Naoki Hamaguchi was asked if he was aware of the controversy surrounding Game-Key Cards on Nintendo's platform. Unsurprisingly, he gave a similar answer to what we've heard recently from Ubisoft. According to Hamaguchi, the main reason that Square Enix went with the controversial form of "media" for FF7R's physical Nintendo Switch 2 port is that the read speeds from the Switch 2 cartridge aren't sufficient enough for making HD games of FF7R's quality.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Director Would Like Nintendo Fans to 'Come to Accept' Game-Key Cards as 'Part of the Culture of Gaming' on Switch 2
Opportunity cost.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World update addresses many major fan complaints
Mario Kart World was received pretty well when it first launched alongside the Nintendo Switch 2. That said, in the months since, various complaints have started to pile up, with Nintendo seemingly uninterested in resolving any of them. Fortunately, in a surprise announcement, the console maker has now released a massive patch for Mario Kart World -- addressing many of the biggest issues.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Game-Key Cards Are Necessary to Overcome Cartridge Limitations, FFVII Rebirth Director Says
The Nintendo Switch 2 Game-Key cards are far from being the most popular game format among users, but they are proving to be way more popular among developers, as they allow them to overcome some of the limitations of traditional cartridges, according to Final Fantasy VII Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem For Switch 2 Was Not A "Massive Challenge," Capcom Says
"We were surprised in a good way about how smooth the process was for us" to bring Requiem to Switch 2, Capcom says.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Review -- Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac
The original Pac-Man World 2 was Pac-Man's first real jump to moving completely in 3D. Where the original Pac-Man World on PlayStation stuck to a 2D plane that could be navigated between a foreground and background, Pac-Man World 2 adopted a contemporary behind-the-back camera perspective and took Pac-Man to literal new heights. Vertical platforming played a huge role in making World 2 what it was and now, just like Pac-Man World Re-Pac before it, Pac-Man World 2 has received the remake treatment in the form of Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac. Or has it?
September 25, 2025 — Source

Surprise Nintendo Mobile Release Is Fire Emblem Meets Among Us
Strategy meets social deduction in a surprise mobile shadow drop from Nintendo.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 22nd, 2025

New Pokemon Pop-Up Shop Announced, Will Probably Be Ruined By Adults Yet Again
London's Natural History Museum is taking some steps to prevent scalpers from descending on its first-ever Pokemon pop-up shop.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Nintendo argues mods should not count as "prior art" in Pocketpair patent lawsuit
The company reportedly claims mods are not games, as they can not run independently
September 22, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Is Outsourcing Its Customer Service Support Just Before The Holidays - Report
Contractors fear that customer service will suffer in the long term as Nintendo of America shifts its operations to South America.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 19th, 2025

A commemorative album of piano renditions for Chrono Trigger has been announced for this winter
One of the most impactful components of many video games are the soundtracks that go along with them. In particular, RPGs are known for their dramatic swells and cinematic battle themes among many memorable melodies. Seeing as how important the music is for these games, it seems natural to celebrate RPGs by celebrating their music, and that's exactly what Square Enix thought too. This year marks the 30th anniversary of Chrono Trigger, one of the greatest RPGs of all time to many, and in celebration they just announced a special album featuring piano arrangements of some of the game's best tracks.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Early Copies of Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Reveal Unannounced DLC
Sega hasn't been shy about the crossover DLC that will be coming to Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, the soon to be released Sonic kart racer that has been raking in some solid review scores across the internet. While we already knew about Spongebob, Minecraft, Pac-Man, and even the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, early physical copies of the game may have leaked some exciting new DLC that Sega has been mum about: Mega Man!
September 19, 2025 — Source

New Waves of Donkey Kong Bananza Custom Icons Hit My Nintendo Until October 16
Donkey Kong Bananza has arrived on My Nintendo with a brand new set of custom icons, themed around the DK Island and Emerald Rush DLC. These icons are available for a limited time on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, running until October 16 at 6 PM PT. New icon elements will refresh each week, so you will want to check back often to grab your favorites before they are gone.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Argues Game Mods Aren't "Prior Art" In Palworld Lawsuit
Nintendo claims that mods need games to work and, therefore, are not art in and of themselves.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Customer Support Concern Following Outsourcing Decision Ahead of Switch 2's First Holiday Season
Impacted workers say they feel "betrayed" after years of service.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Has Achieved What Eluded Sony and Microsoft Five Years Ago — Its New Console Is Stocked Everywhere Without Fail
Amazon finally closes its limited invite system, and the last remaining hurdle to buying a Switch 2 is over.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Music Adds Donkey Kong Bananza Soundtrack Sampler
To celebrate the release of the Donkey Kong Bananza DLC, Nintendo has dropped a special selection of tracks from the game's soundtrack on Nintendo Music!
September 19, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Says Game Mods Don't Count as "Prior Art" in Its Lawsuit Against Palworld Dev PocketPair
Nintendo is well known for the litigious lengths it will go to, and its legal battle against Palworld developer PocketPair is just the latest major example of the company's legal team pushing things as far as they can.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG Pocket's Pack Points System Needs an Overhaul Yesterday
The pack-opening pity points system is pitiful. There's a very easy way to improve it.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem Proves Nintendo Switch 2 Has the Power for Ray Tracing in Early Comparison
Resident Evil Requiem is setting out to be one of the most interesting Nintendo Switch 2 ports launching next year, judging from the footage released so far.
September 19, 2025 — Source

The Touryst Deluxe Is Out Next Week on Nintendo Switch 2, Will Run at 4K@60 FPS in Docked Mode
German independent developer Shin'en Games announced that The Touryst Deluxe will be released digitally on the Nintendo Switch 2 next week, on September 25. Pre-orders are already open via the Nintendo eShop at $19.99, and owners of The Touryst for the original Switch can upgrade for $4.99.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 16th, 2025

As Nintendo and The Pokemon Company's Patent Lawsuit Rumbles On, Pocketpair Says It's Heads Down Getting Palworld Ready to Exit Early Access and Officially Release Ver 1.0 in 2026
"It's no secret that Palworld has a lot of quirks and jank..."
September 16, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza's DK Island & Emerald Rush DLC is an Odd Mix of Rare and Roguelite
Nintendo often makes fans wait a spell for DLC or expansions for their favorite games, so it came as somewhat of a surprise when the most recent Nintendo Direct announced Donkey Kong Bananza, released only two months ago, was getting DLC the same day as the presentation. The DK Island & Emerald Rush DLC adds a new stage based on DK's tropical home featured in Rare and Retro Studios' games, as well as a new fast-paced roguelite mode.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Palworld leaving early access in 2026, amidst ongoing Nintendo lawsuit
But "there's a lot of cleanup that needs to be done" first, says Palworld's communications director
September 16, 2025 — Source

Sega Mocks Mario Kart World and its Dull Open World in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Trailer
"We all know that kart racing game..."
September 16, 2025 — Source

Sega's latest Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds trailer pokes fun at Mario Kart World
Sega just released its new Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds commercial, and it seems to take jabs at a familiar racing franchise.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 9th, 2025

40 years of 'Mario' games that have grown up with fans
Surrounded by thousands of objects bearing the likeness of Nintendo's mustachioed plumber, 40-year-old Kikai reflects that his "life would be totally different without Mario" who also marks four decades this week.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Accessory maker will pay Nintendo after showing illicit Switch 2 mockups at CES
Genki says it "didn't obtain any unreleased Nintendo property" before launch.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Animal Crossing Almost Had A Better Title In The West But Nintendo Rejected It
Nintendo's cozy social-sim Animal Crossing was almost known as Animal Acres outside of Japan.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Animal Crossing Was Deemed So Difficult to Launch Outside Japan, Nintendo's Former Boss Satoru Iwata 'Burst Out in Laughter' After Hearing it Would Finally Happen
Alarm bells.
September 9, 2025 — Source

New collections of Halloween merchandise are making their way to the Pokemon Center
As August made way for September and the temperatures begin to cool down, that can mean only one thing: fall will be here soon. With the change in seasons comes the inevitable Halloween decorating that makes this part of the year so special. While Halloween itself is a good ways away yet, that won't stop people from getting a head start on decorating. If you're one of those people who just can't wait to get started on embracing the spooky season, then good news!
September 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo and Genki have settled their lawsuit relating to pre-release Switch 2 mockups
If you remember from earlier this year, Nintendo filed a lawsuit against peripheral manufacturer Genki for showcasing 3D-printed mock-ups of the Switch 2 ahead of Nintendo's official unveiling. After a rather brief stint of legal back and forth, it seems that Genki has decided to settle with The Big N and will be paying the company an undisclosed amount for damages.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Lawyers Secure Another Payday After Reaching Settlement With Genki Over CES Switch 2 Mockup
Generational wealth.
September 9, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo settles lawsuit against the company that leaked Switch 2 at CES
Prior to Nintendo's official announcement of the Switch 2 console, a company known as Genki caused quite a stir when it showed up to CES armed with dummy units of the console, dummy units that ended up being very accurate to the final product. As a result, Nintendo filed a lawsuit against Genki, accusing the company of committing trademark infringement. Now, the two parties have settled.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo wins $2 million settlement and permanent injunction against Switch pirate
NOA claims the modder's conduct "caused significant and irreparable harm"
September 9, 2025 — Source or Source

Palworld isn't the only target — Nintendo's latest patent could touch hundreds of games
Nintendo has been awarded a patent for "summon and fight" mechanics in the US, and here's why that's a problem.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Fan Finds Rare Misprinted Game That May Be Worth Thousands
Decades after picking up Pokemon Blue, one fan may have a large payday coming if they decide to sell it.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Professor Layton and the New World of Steam will be playable at TGS 2025
Level-5 has revealed its lineup of titles for the Tokyo Game Show 2025, and there's a big one: Professor Layton and the New World of Steam. Announced way back in 2023, the newest installment of the Layton series has been a long time coming, and there has been next to no information shared on the game in the years since.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Star Wars Outlaws developer explains that Nintendo Switch 2 game cards are too slow for a physical game release — Snowdrop game engine uses disk data streaming to render the game world
Game built to target faster SSD platforms would need too much rework for slower cartridge-based storage.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Star Wars Outlaws on Nintendo Switch 2 Will Get a Demo
Ubisoft has confirmed that more information about the demo, including how much content it will include, will be revealed "soon".
September 9, 2025 — Source

Star Wars Outlaws to Get Nintendo Switch 2 Demo Later This Year
Star Wars Outlaws, Ubisoft Massive's open galaxy action/adventure game, launched a year ago to mildly positive reviews from critics. However, the game sold a lot less than Ubisoft had hoped for, making it a key factor in the publisher's subsequent decision to delay Assassin's Creed Shadows from its original November 2024 release window to March 20, 2025, in a bid to avoid the same fate.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Where to buy Pokemon cards in 2025 — avoid overpaying or missing out on new sets
From Mega Evolution to Black Bolt, here's where to find the best Pokemon TCG deals right now.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 5th, 2025

Build-A-Bear's next Pokemon plush is Litten and sign-ups are available now
Build-A-Bear and Pokemon have become a pretty iconic duo over the years, and both the Build-A-Bear Company and The Pokemon Company are keeping the good times rolling with the announcement of a new addition to its lineup: Litten.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Hollow Knight: Silksong Shines On Nintendo Switch 2 With 120 FPS Gameplay
Hollow Knight: Silksong shines on Nintendo Switch 2, which seems to provide a better handheld experience than the Steam Deck.
September 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Japan ends repair support for the New 2DS XL line
If you were holding onto a New 2DS XL as a dedicated handheld console, it might be time to finally send it to pasture. In a post on Twitter, Nintendo of Japan has announced that it is officially ending repair support for the offshoot model of the 3DS family. Back in August 2024, repair support for the New 3DS had ceased, with the regular 2DS following a few weeks later. This left just the New 2DS XL as being officially supported, but that is no longer the case.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Only Creates New IP When Gameplay Doesn't Fit Existing Franchises, Former Dev Says
A former Nintendo developer has revealed why the company doesn't worry too much about creating new IP.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Game-Key Cards May Be a Forced Choice to Overcome Cartridge Limitations
Releasing Nintendo Switch 2 games on Game-Key Cards may be a forced choice for some developers due to raditional cartridges' technical limitations.
September 5, 2025 — Source

RIP: The Last 3DS Console Just Lost Nintendo Repair Support
Nintendo has just kicked off its Switch 2 era of gaming, but the company is also saying goodbye to its 3DS line of handheld gaming consoles. While Nintendo continued supporting the 3DS and its various models via a repair service in Japan, even after the systems were discontinued, Nintendo began to slowly wind down these operations over the years. The New Nintendo 2DS XL was the last console to be officially supported in this way, but the company has announced that this is coming to an end.
September 5, 2025 — Source

The best Nintendo Switch controllers to buy right now
Our picks include pro-style controllers, Joy-Con alternatives, plus a cheap dongle for connecting Xbox/PS5 controllers.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Ubisoft audio engineer claims Star Wars Outlaws is on a Game-Key Card because of data speed concerns, not cost
According to an audio engineer over at Ubisoft, Star Wars Outlaws is shipping on a Game-Key Card not because of the cost of full cartridges, but because data transfer speeds are too slow otherwise. The common assumption around the net has been that publishers are cheaping out because Nintendo is charging too much for 64 GB carts, but maybe there really is a technical reason for requiring users to download game data.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 4th, 2025

007 First Light officially launches in March of next year
Following its announcement earlier this Summer, the teams at IO Interactive and PlayStation held a State of Play dedicated to the upcoming 007 First Light. As part of this rather lengthy deep-dive it was officially confirmed that 007 First Light will arrive early next year -- launching on the 27th of March 2026.
September 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

007: First Light's extended demo reveals multiple approaches to gameplay
IO Interactive gave us an extended look at the upcoming 007: First Light, its latest stealth-action game that acts as a separate 007 universe, via a State of Play stream yesterday. Apart from getting nearly half an hour of footage that showcased lots of action and some small bits of immersive sim goodness, the trailer brought one thing to my mind: EA's James Bond games from the early and mid '00s.
September 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Hollow Knight: Silksong has been crashing digital stores as people rush to buy it
If this morning is anything to go by, Hollow Knight: Silksong is already a certified hit. People around the internet have been reporting that not only is the Nintendo eShop crashing when attempting to buy the game, but other storefronts such as the PlayStation Network and even Steam are buckling under pressure. Silksong was not available for pre-order ahead of its release this morning, so the convergence of hundreds of thousands of players all hitting buy at once is bringing digital storefronts to their knees.
September 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video or Source

Nintendo Cease & Desist Letter Is Now A Playable Character In Smash Bros. Mod
Now you're playing with power, legal power!
September 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo "Repeatedly" Delayed Switch 2 At Game Designers' Request - Report
Nintendo reportedly refused to release the Switch 2 because it was aiming for "perfection" from the launch titles.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — September 1st, 2025

Nintendo Switch 2 Handles Star Wars Outlaws Surprisingly Well In Docked Mode
Early docked footage of the open-world game released last year on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S surfaced online, providing a good look at how the console handles the game in both its linear and open-world segments. While the footage makes it clear plenty of compromises had to be made to get the game running on the new generation Nintendo console, Star Wars Outlaws seems to keep to its 30 FPS cap, resulting in a decent enough performance in docked mode.
September 1, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Pokemon GO Raid Hour for Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokemon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed and rescheduled to evenings (typically, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. your local time).
September 1, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG Mega Evolution Preorder Guide: Where to Buy Before Prices Get Out of Hand
Secure Mega Evolution Pokemon cards before launch.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG: Full Release Schedule for 2025
Catch 'em all?
September 1, 2025 — Source

Why are video games getting more expensive? Spoiler: It's not just tariffs
The launch of Nintendo's Switch 2 this year came with the normal level of hype for a new gaming console, but there was also something distinctly sour about it: the price.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 29th, 2025

30 years later, Doom returns to SNES with Raspberry Pi RP2350 muscle
Limited Run Games swaps in silicon to emulate Super FX chip and hit 20 fps
August 29, 2025 — Source

75% of Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Were Physical, CD Projekt Reveals
"The entire game, along with its expansion, is fully contained on a 64 GB cartridge, which players find particularly attractive."
August 29, 2025 — Source or Source

High On Life's Switch 2 Version Has Free Upgrade Path And Big Improvements
The game's sequel is also due out next year.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Honkai: Nexus Anima Revealed, Here's How To Sign Up For Its Beta Test
Though it's not as much like Pokemon as you'd think.
August 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Kirby Star-Crossed World Review - Forgotten Land Gets Bigger, Only Slightly Better
Kirby and the Forgotten Land was already a stellar Switch game, and Star-Crossed World adds more of the same.
August 29, 2025 — Source

PNY launches new 512GB microSD Express memory card for Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo's latest portable console, the Switch 2, launched earlier this year. One of the upgrades the second generation brought was the switch from regular microSD cards to microSD Express, a much faster, albeit more expensive and much rarer type of memory cards. While the built-in 256GB of space is enough for a few games, many users want to store more titles on their consoles, and PNY has a perfect solution to this problem.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Celebrates Upcoming Launch With Lucha Libre Showdown
Mistico used Hurricanrana off the top rope--it was super-effective.
August 29, 2025 — Source

PS6 Handheld Can be Docked Like Nintendo Switch -- Rumour
PS6 Handheld Can be Docked Like Nintendo Switch -- Rumour
August 29, 2025 — Source

Rumor -- The PlayStation 6 will reportedly feature a handheld, hybrid-style design similar to the Switch
If some recent rumors are to be believed, the upcoming PlayStation 6 will reportedly feature a handheld, hybrid-style design similar to the Nintendo Switch. This latest rumor comes from YouTube channel "Moore's Law is Dead," a channel that has previously leaked information on Sony's PlayStation consoles well in advance of their official announcements. While everything stated in the video should be taken with a grain of salt, the picture painted by the video does make some real-world sense.
August 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sega shares new footage of Yakuza Kiwami 1 and 2 running on Switch 2
In a rather long livestream yesterday, Sega shared some brand-new footage of both Yakuza Kiwami 1 and 2 running on Nintendo Switch 2. Sega's community manager, Carlos, and senior product manager, Brent, sat down to play the ports and discussed some of their favorite bits of information about the series, some of their favorite pieces of fan art, and even highlighted cosplay from fans across the world.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Silent Hill 2 And Cronos Studio Wants Nintendo To Become The Scariest Place In Gaming Again
Could Nintendo become the home for horror games again? The studio behind the upcoming Cronos: The New Dawn certainly thinks it has the potential to achieve that.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Valve introduces age verification for UK Steam users
Steam users will be required to verify their age to access mature content, in accordance with the UK Online Safety Act.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Why are Switch 2 dev kits so hard to get? | Opinion
Developers' difficulty in getting hold of Switch 2 development hardware has been much discussed since Gamescom. Is Nintendo falling back into old habits?
August 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 25th, 2025

Final Fantasy 14 and Final Fantasy 16 could head to Switch 2 next
Final Fantasy 14 was at one point a PlayStation console exclusive. That finally changed last year, with the full MMO coming to Xbox. Now, it looks like Nintendo could be the next major platform for the game.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Japan's national library will not be preserving Switch 2 Game-Key Card titles
Ever since its unveiling, the debate has been raging on whether Nintendo Switch 2 Game-Key Cards count as a true physical edition or if they're another in a long line of shady business practices that the video game industry loves to partake of. I don't suppose there will ever be a true answer to that discussion, but a new decision from Japan's National Diet Library may have provided further evidence for naysayers. In a new report from Famitsu, the NDL has decided it will not be preserving Game-Key Cards since it doesn't view them as physical content.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Direct Coming This September - Report
The next Direct could happen right in time for Mario's 40th anniversary.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Source or Source or Source

Nintendo World Championships Deluxe Set Drops To Best Price Yet
Rarely discounted and sold out at most retailers, the Deluxe Set comes with some cool NES-themed collectibles.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Go Is Completely Overhauling Its Leveling System In October To Be More Rewarding
In addition to the level cap being raised, players can also expect to earn rewards more frequently.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG Pocket's Next Set Showcases Johto's Rarest Legendaries
The next expansion for the digital card game introduces rare monsters from classic 1999 games Pokemon Gold, Silver and Crystal.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Review -- Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
Review -- Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
August 25, 2025 — Source

Shinobi: Art Of Vengeance Review - Ninja Master
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance revitalizes a classic by combining excellent combat and platforming with a gorgeous art style, reaching new heights for the long-dormant series.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Super Smash Bros. Melee Mod Inserts A 2024 Gaming Darling
A new fighter for the Gamecube platform fighter is in the cards.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Switch 2 Dev Kits Still Sound Somewhat Rare, Even 2 Months After Launch - Report
Apparently, it's not easy getting hands on them for studios--including some AAA teams.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Game-Key Cards Aren't Eligible For Japan's Preservation Library
The National Diet Library only considers physical media that "contains the content itself."
August 25, 2025 — Source

The Switch 2 Can Never Be as Powerful as Your Other Consoles, and That's OK
If you're worried about the performance of games ported to Switch 2, maybe just wait for release.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 22nd, 2025

20 Years Ago, Advance Wars: Dual Strike Saw The Future
Versus mode turned Advance Wars into my own tactical playground.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG Pocket's New Expansion Features A Legendary Trio, Launches August 28
Encounter several Pokemon from the Johto region with the Secluded Springs expansion.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 21st, 2025

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 Reportedly Goes Down to 15 FPS in Handheld Mode
Comparisons were brought up between Elden Ring on the Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo 64 version of Ocarina of Time.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Elden Ring's Switch 2 Performance Isn't That Great, Reports Say
The port doesn't have a release date at this point in time.
August 21, 2025 — Source

First Look at Mega Victreebel in Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Mega Pokemon are back in a big way across the Pokemon universe, but it's not every day we get to see a brand-new one! During this morning's spooky "The Case of the Sweet Scent Incident" livestream, Mega Victreebel was unveiled for the first time, spewing purple liquid from its massive mouth in a horror movie--inspired scene.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Gets Rated T by ESRB for Release in North America
ESRB's rating of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond comes just a month after the title was spotted as being rated for release in South Korea.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Goes Full Blair Witch Project To Reveal A Brand-New Mega Evolution
Why do they always keep recording?
August 21, 2025 — Source

Pokemon looks scary again in the new Z-A trailer
Please understand that this thing is vomiting acid.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — August 19th, 2025

Fan-Made Pokemon Fighting Game Adds Another Character
Marshadow is the latest addition to the roster for Pokemon: Close Combat, an old-school 2D fighting game made by fans.
August 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Here's where to preorder Pokemon TCG Mega Evolution ahead of its September release
The Scarlet and Violet era is over, it's time for Mega Evolved Pokemon to return to Pokemon TCG.
August 19, 2025 — Source

It's happening -- Hollow Knight: Silksong Special Announcement coming August 21st
There may've been some rumors regarding Gamescom Opening Night, and it's been spotted at the show itself, but honestly this time... the Siksong is real! Team Cherry has announced that a Hollow Knight: Silksong Special Announcement will go live on August 21st at 7:30 a.m. PT.
August 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Kirby Air Riders glides onto the Switch 2 in November
Masahiro Sakurai is back, talking about his pink son, looking as tired and happy as ever.
August 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Kirby Air Riders Is "Basically Mario Kart," Sakurai Says
Masahiro Sakurai returned to Nintendo Direct for a deep dive on his next project, and he made a few jokes along the way.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders Launches On Nintendo Switch 2 this November, New Direct Showcases New Riders, Courses, Machines, and More
Nintendo hosted a Kirby Air Riders-dedicated Nintendo Direct this morning, with game director Masahiro Sakurai spending 45-minutes breaking down everything there is to know about the game from gameplay strategies, the riders you can race as, the different courses, game modes, and at the end of it all, we got confirmation that Kirby Air Riders will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 this coming November 20, 2025.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders Nintendo Direct: Everything Announced
The Kirby Air Riders Nintendo Direct (YouTube) has come to an end after 45 minutes of fresh gameplay details and release date information from director Masahiro Sakurai himself.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders priced at $70, making the case for why it's already better than Mario Kart World
So you have a Nintendo Switch 2 and want a top-class racing game with tons of personality and multiple modes to dive into. Sure, you could grab Mario Kart World for 80 whole American dollars... or you could save some cash and go for something more refined, more fit for an auteur gamer like yourself.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders racers include King Dedede, Meta Knight, Susie, Gooey, Starman and more
Today's Kirby Air Riders Direct introduced many new playable characters for the upcoming sequel to the GameCube cult classic.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders drops seven songs onto Nintendo Music as a special release
Speeding ahead to be the first Nitendo Switch 2 exclusive to add songs to Nintendo Music, it's Kirby! Accidentally leaked a bit early and confirmed during its dedicated Direct, Kirby Air Riders has added seven tracks to Nintendo's music streaming app as an early preview.
August 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Months After Switch 2 Launch, Most Controllers Still Lack This Vital Feature
Nintendo needs to stop gatekeeping this gamepad feature.
August 19, 2025 — Source

New and returning Machines make Kirby Air Riders stand apart from other racing games
It's easy to look at Kirby Air Ride, and now Kirby Air Riders, as a surface level mascot racer à la Mario Kart. Being compared to such a genre-defining legend isn't a bad thing, mind you, but oftentimes it feels almost dismissive. That may feel especially pronounced now that the Nintendo Switch 2 is confirmed to get Kirby Air Riders just five months after Mario Kart World launched with the system. Even Masahiro Sakurai got in on this, noting the similarity right out the gate before spending approximately 45 minutes dispelling it.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A's Latest Teaser Might Make You Think It's Switched Genres
You'll have to wait a couple of days to find out what the tease is for.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Razer's New Kraken Kitty Pokemon Headset Has Gengar Ears
The Razer Kraken Kitty V2 Gengar Edition wired headset is available now, but stock may run out quickly.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Sakurai Says Kirby Air Riders Is 'Basically Mario Kart' in Extremely Smash Bros-style Direct
Today, Masahiro Sakurai hosted a 45-minute Nintendo Direct solely dedicated to his latest project, Kirby Air Riders. And it was a somewhat unusual Direct! Delivered in Sakurai's iconic style that he's developed from giving Super Smash Bros. presentations over the years, the whole thing felt very Smash Bros. in general. But Sakurai also opened the presentation by invoking another game, admitting that Kirby Air Riders is "basically Mario Kart".
August 19, 2025 — Source

The Pokemon Company Wants You To Pronounce Rayquaza Correctly
Do you know how to pronounce the legendary Pokemon's name?
August 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 11th, 2025

Nintendo patent reveals unannounced crank attachment for Switch 2 Joy-Con
Nintendo keeps exploring unique ways to play, as a newly discovered patent filing reveals the company is experimenting with a crank-like peripheral for its controllers. The patent, filed with the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), shows a detachable crank that could add a new layer of tactile, rotational input to games.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Dev Kit Access Requires Games to Show the System's Unique Features, Support 4K@60 FPS or Up to 120 FPS at 1440p Resolution in Docked Mode and More; DLSS Version Seemingly Confirmed
As reported by Doctre81 in a new video shared on YouTube over the weekend, Nintendo partner LynxByte Games recently shared on social media some new information on Nintendo's current guidelines for getting access to a Nintendo Switch 2 dev kit. Simply porting a game over from the original system or any format does not automatically grant publishing rights on the new system as every game, even from existing partners, must be individually approved, with approval only being given to games that showcase the capabilities of the system by taking advantage of its features, including 4K support at 60 frames per second or up to 120 FPS at 1440p resolution in docked mode, implenting GameChat and mouse controls, supporting HD Rumble 2 and GameShare and more.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Turtle Beach Airlite Fit Gaming Headset For Switch 2 Is Up For Preorder & Super Cheap
The Nintendo Switch 2 is only a few months old, but interesting accessories are already popping up that are compatible with the device itself. Among them is Turtle Beach's new Airlite Fit, a wired gaming headset with an affordable price tag. It's based on the concept of being lightweight and comfortable, both important factors for a gaming headset.
August 11, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 8th, 2025

8BitDo's Pro 3 is a super customizable controller that's too limited on Switch 2
A familiar design with better specs and more customization. But it doesn't check all of the boxes it should.
August 8, 2025 — Source or Source

Best Accessories for Nintendo Switch 2 to Enhance Your Gaming Experience
Best Accessories for Nintendo Switch 2 to Enhance Your Gaming Experience
August 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Can you buy the Nintendo Switch 2 at Amazon? Yes, if you're deemed worthy.
The Switch 2 and Mario Kart World Bundle are both in stock at Amazon — with a catch.
August 8, 2025 — Source

GameCube Controller for Switch 2 Review -- Authentic for Better and Worse
Everything it needs to be, not quite what it wants to be.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Nintendo announced 18 games in just 15 minutes during Indie World showcase
Just as promised, the Nintendo Indie World Showcase took place yesterday, delivering 15 minutes of independent game announcements for the Switch and Switch 2 consoles. Despite only being 15 minutes long, a total of 18 games were shown, making for a very fast-paced set of announcements.
August 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Announces Mario Claymation Show, As Part of New Kid-Themed My Mario Product Line Push
Including wooden blocks that act as amiibo
August 8, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Controller Patent Details A Crank And Click Wheel
There's an interesting Nintendo Switch 2 patent for a couple of Joy-Con 2 features that could potentially arrive on a future iteration of the handheld's controllers. Nintendo has been all about the interaction between the player and the console, with various out-of-the-box ideas in the past for how its controllers are used.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's new Hello, Mario! mobile app lets kids play with Mario's face
The company also announced a new collection of Mario-themed products including wooden Amiibo blocks.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG Pocket Updated With New Card Art Following Ho-Oh Plagiarism Controversy
Freshly ink-corporated.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 4th, 2025

Amid Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Delay Rumors, Nintendo Recommits to 2025 Launch
As fans continue to wait for a final release date, Nintendo has reaffirmed that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is still on track for 2025.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Every Mario Game on Nintendo Switch in 2025
And what's coming to Switch 2.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime 4 still releasing this year, Nintendo confirms
Last week's Nintendo Direct ended up being quite disappointing. While many of us had hoped for a showing of new first-party games and a release date announcement for Metroid Prime 4, the most recent Direct presentation focused solely on third-party games. As a result, fans have grown concerned that Metroid Prime 4 is going to be delayed, but Nintendo is now putting those fears to rest.
August 4, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Nintendo Issues Urgent Switch 2 Heat Warning For Ambient Temps To Avoid Damage
Nintendo is warning Switch and Switch 2 owners to use caution when playing on the company's handheld consoles outside in the sweltering heat. Why is that? We're now in the dog days of summer, and if ambient temperatures rise above a certain threshold, Nintendo says it can "potentially cause malfunctions" on either handheld.
August 4, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo Survey Asks Your 'Openness' to Digital Games, and Offers a Chance to Give Feedback on Switch 2 Game-Key Cards
A fresh Nintendo fan survey is asking for your opinions on buying digital games instead of boxed copies, and offers a chance for you to provide feedback on the Switch 2's Game-Key Cards — physical cartridges that still require you to download the game.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 First-Party Games Are Not Using NVIDIA DLSS Likely Due to Engine Limitations
Nintendo Switch 2 first-party launch titles don't use NVIDIA DLSS, likely due to engine limitations that would require a lot of work to implement.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Wants To Know Your Thoughts On Its Divisive Game-Key Cards
Mario cartridge.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Switch models cost up to 15% more, following Nintendo US price hike
Nintendo announced pricing changes late last week
August 4, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 2nd, 2025

If You Want An Original Switch Get It Now Before Nintendo's Price Hike
Nintendo is getting ready to raise the price of its first-generation Switch consoles, including the Switch, Switch OLED, and Switch Lite, along with select Switch accessories, the company announced. Fortunately, the recently-released Switch 2 will not see any change in pricing at this time, but if you want to buy a cheaper OG Switch console, now is the time to do it before the price goes up.
August 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 1st, 2025

Battlefield 6 -- EA "Doesn't Currently" Have Plans for Nintendo Switch 2 Release
Battlefield 6 head Vince Zampella noted that while the game might be coming to the Switch 2, he is personally "a huge Switch fan".
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nintendo is Raising the Price of the Nintendo Switch in the US, While the Nintendo Switch 2 Price Stays the Same For Now
Though Nintendo stated it would wait until Sunday, August 3, 2025, to unveil the new prices for the Nintendo Switch and a few specific Nintendo Switch 2 accessories, it seems that the US retailer Target has let the cat out of the bag early.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nintendo quarterly revenue surges thanks to Switch 2
Nintendo on Friday said quarterly revenue had more than doubled year-on-year thanks to the Switch 2, which became the world's fastest-selling console after its launch in early June.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Raises Original Switch Prices, Blaming 'Market Conditions'
If you're looking to buy an original Switch or Switch 2, you'll need to pick one up right away.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nintendo "Regrets" The Inconvenience Of Switch 2 Selling Out All The Time
The new hybrid system has sold over 6 million units in fewer than two months.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Has Sold Almost 6 Million Units Since Launch
The sales figures also confirmed that the Switch 2 has sold 8.67 million units of software, while Switch has sold over a billion.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 sold 5.82 million units in Q1 2025
Switch 2 sales "surpassed" Nintendo's expectations, with the company now "strengthening production to increase supply"
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch prices are going up after this weekend
The Switch 2 price is staying the same, but store listings show a $30 to $50 price hike for the original Switch consoles.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Switch 2 doubles first-month sales of the original
Almost 6 million units have been sold so far — over a third of the Wii U's total lifetime sales.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Switch 2 launch exposes a surprising financial fallout
Nintendo has reported its earnings for the second quarter of 2025. The Japanese game maker said that net sales for the second quarter increased by 132.1% year-on-year to 572.3 billion yen ($3.8 billion), primarily due to the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2e. The new console sold over 3.5 million units in its first four days, the highest ever for a Nintendo platform. It then surpassed 6 million units within seven weeks.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Over 96% of Switch 2 buyers also picked up Mario Kart World
The $80 price tag for Mario Kart World sent shockwaves through the gaming industry, but that has not stopped it from selling. At the end of June, Nintendo had sold six million Switch 2 consoles and almost every single one of those customers also owns a copy of the new Mario Kart game.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Go August 2025 Events: Raid Bosses, Spotlight Hours, Community Day, And More
Pokemon Go is wrapping up its Delightful Days season with some big events and Pokemon debuts.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Square Enix unveils new HD-2D action RPG for Switch 2
During the last Nintendo Direct presentation, Square Enix delivered a surprise new IP from a fan-favourite studio. Team Asano, the acclaimed developers behind the Octopath Traveler and Bravely Default series, have revealed The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, a brand-new action RPG built in their signature HD-2D art style.
August 1, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Switch 2 moves 6 million+ units in under two months, Mario Kart World sales almost equal
The two month anniversary of the Switch 2 is almost here and Nintendo is likely ecstatic at the success of its latest console. For the latest financial report released this morning, Nintendo has revealed that the Switch 2 has moved more than 6 million units of its console since it was released on June 5th, 2025. In that same period, Mario Kart World moved 5.82 million units, making the attach rate something like 96%. Talk about an explosive start.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Sells More Than 6 Million in the 7 Weeks Since Launch, Nintendo Says Demand 'Has Surpassed Our Expectations'
Jump for joy.
August 1, 2025 — Source or Source

The Pokemon Company Calls on Fans to Stop 'Attacking or Slandering' Illustrator Embroiled in TCG Pocket Plagiarism Scandal
The Pokemon Company has stepped in to ask fans to stop harassing a Pokemon TCG Pocket artist embroiled in a plagiarism scandal.
August 1, 2025 — Source or Source

These Are the Switch 2 Launch Games You Should Actually Consider
Cyberpunk 2077 leads the pack but Fast Fusion and Bravely Default also make for interesting gameplay.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Trump Tariffs Just Forced Nintendo to Jack Up Prices on Its 8-Year-Old Switch 1 Consoles
The original Switch is also getting more expensive due to "market conditions." Prices for Switch 2 accessories just increased, too.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Video Game Release Dates: The Biggest Games of August 2025 and Beyond
Release the games.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 29th, 2025

Amid Claims Pokemon TCG Pocket Features a Design Traced From Fan Art, Creators Point Out That Pokemon's Legal Terms Likely Allow the Company to Monetise Any Fan-Made Content It Wants
But as frustration spreads, others have pointed back to Pokemon's official stance on fanart — which suggests the company can do whatever it wants with it.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Create Your Own Mario Masterpiece With Mario Paint, Now On Nintendo Classics Online
The 1992 Super Nintendo Classic is available for the Switch and Switch 2 via the Nintendo Classics library.
July 29, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Mario Paint Comes to Nintendo Switch Online, And You Don't Need a Switch 2 To Use The Mouse Functionality
Not for the paint-hearted.
July 29, 2025 — Source

New Switch 2 Update Has Arrived, And Stability Stans Are Going To Be Happy
The hardware patch doesn't seem to do much.
July 29, 2025 — Source

This Handheld May Be Our Best Hope to Relive the Nintendo DS Glory Days
Ayaneo has several dual-screen handhelds, but we need one that's light and cheap.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 26th, 2025

'Donkey Kong Bananza' Should Be the Reason You Buy the Switch 2
'Bananza' is a smashing good time, and it makes me excited for the future of Nintendo's sequel handheld.
July 26, 2025 — Source

Review: I can't stop playing my Switch 2, a fabulous follow-up to an all-time legend
After spending almost two months with Nintendo's new console, I'm still having a lot of fun.
July 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 25th, 2025

Early Digital Sales Data from Newzoo Shows Toby Fox's Deltarune Topping Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Charts in Select Markets
Global data firm Newzoo has published a new report looking at the data from early digital sales on the Nintendo Switch 2, as Newzoo's product manager, Max Otten, tried to get an early answer to the question of whether the Switch 2 is a viable ecosystem for third-party developers and publishers.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime 4 release date announcement just around the corner
Rumours continue to claim that there will be a Nintendo Direct before the end of this month. Now, we have a sign that news is just around the corner, as Metroid Prime 4 just passed a new milestone that signals a near release.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Gets Age Rating, Suggesting Release Could Be Close
All signs point to a Nintendo Direct and a real release date very soon.
July 25, 2025 — Source or Source

Newzoo data reveals who won out among the Switch 2 third-party launch titles
Deltarune comes out top, while Survival Kids and Sonic round out the bottom ranks
July 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Confirms Mario and Peach's Relationship: They're 'Good Friends'
Friendzoned.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Rewrites Patent Mid-Case in Ongoing Lawsuit Against Palworld Dev Pocketpair — but Why?
Nintendo and The Pokemon Company's patent infringement lawsuit in Japan against Pocketpair's open-world survival game Palworld is ongoing. In the latest development, Nintendo has reworded one of the patents in the case, but what led up to this bizarre move?
July 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Lawsuit Against Pocketpair in Japan Has Involved Many Changes to Patents
One Japanese attorney noted that Palworld's recent updates have been part of the standard three-pronged defense against patent lawsuits.
July 25, 2025 — Source

This is the Nintendo Switch 2 restock we've been waiting for all summer
Our long national Switch 2 inventory nightmare might finally be coming to an end.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 22nd, 2025

A Nintendo Switch 2 Pokemon Legends: Z-A Console Bundle Is Coming Soon
In what could be a sign that the supply of Switch 2 (see our first impressions) consoles is finally catching up to demand, Nintendo today announced a new bundle that comes with the upcoming game Pokemon Legends: Z-A -- Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. It joins two other console purchase options, including the standalone Switch 2 along with the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Aardman's 'Pokemon' Show Looks Absolutely Delightful
The 'Wallace and Gromit' creators will head to the Galar Region for 'Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu' in 2027.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Leaked Lenovo Legion Go 2 Will Make You Mad at Xbox and Nintendo
The Legion Go 2's upgraded screen and improved specs make it a contender, so long as it's not eye-gougingly expensive.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World Voice Artists Break Silence After Toad and Peach's Veteran Actor Was Unexpectedly Replaced After 18 Years
"Can't thank Nintendo enough for letting me live out this childhood dream."
July 22, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Friends Is A Brand-New Pokemon Game Out Today For Switch 2 And More
Say hello to Pokemon Friends.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Pokemon Legends Z-A Trailer Introduces The People Of Lumiose City
Ahead of its release in October, a new look at Pokemon Legends: Z-A has been revealed.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Introduces Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokemon
Something is causing wild Pokemon to suddenly Mega Evolve and run rampant in Lumiose City, which the player must combat.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Officially Confirmed to Bring Back a Popular X and Y Character
Time to reopen the Bureau.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Showcases Team MZ, Corbeau, and Exploration in New Switch 2 Gameplay
Work with Team MZ to protect Lumiose City, square up against the Rust Syndicate, engage in detective work and much more on October 16th.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Source

PokePark Kanto Will Let You Experience "Real" World Of Pokemon In 2026
The wait won't be much longer to visit Sedge Town and Pokemon Forest, where you can see a group of Pikachu hanging out in the woods. That's because PokePark Kanto is slated to open in early 2026, with advance ticket sales starting later this year for the Tokyo-based attraction.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Switch 2 Has Reportedly Broken A First-Month Sales Record In Japan
The honor previously belonged to Game Boy Advance
July 22, 2025 — Source

The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Deals for July 2025
Woot has dropped some deals on a few Switch 2 games.
July 22, 2025 — Source

The Chillest 'Pokemon' Show Ever Made Returns This September
'Pokemon Concierge' will bring its relaxing vibes (and its adorable Psyduck) back to Netflix for new episodes September 4.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Wallace and Gromit Studio Announces Animated Series Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu For 2027
Plus, Pokemon Concierge gets an S2 premiere date.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 20th, 2025

Razer is launching a collection of Pokemon-themed peripherals
After a successful launch in Asia that left many fans in the West feeling envious, Razer has announced that its fan-favourite Pokemon Collection is making its way to new markets. The collection resulting from the collaboration with The Pokemon Company International is now available in the US, Latin America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.
July 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 19th, 2025

Boot exploit for software-bricked Wii U consoles discovered by repairing Nintendo factory's destroyed and trashed SD cards — team posts 'paid the beak' exploit to Github
Nintendo did a poor job of disposing of its old SD cards.
July 19, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza Ending Explained - How Does it Connect to Mario Odyssey?
How three generations of Kong could be the key to Mario canon.
July 19, 2025 — Source

The Switch 2's Pro Controller Beats the Competition, for All the Wrong Reasons
In games like 'Donkey Kong Bananza,' Nintendo's walled garden keeps third-party controllers from truly winning.
July 19, 2025 — Source

This Dock Is the Only Way to Play the Switch 2 in AR. It Was a Very Awkward Experience.
Local multiplayer has never been weirder than with two friends hooked up to separate pairs of AR glasses.
July 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 18th, 2025

AVerMedia Intros GO Series: Pocket-Size Dock+Charger+Capture for Nintendo Switch 2
AVerMedia, a global leader in AI and livestreaming technologies, proudly announces that its GO Series of USB-C capture-and-charge devices—X'TRA GO, ELITE GO, and CORE GO—have been tested and verified by AVerMedia to support the Nintendo Switch 2. Designed to work seamlessly with a wide range of USB-C devices - including Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Legion GO, MSI Claw, iPad, and smartphones- the GO Series offers creators, streamers, and educators a reliable, portable streaming solution that just works—anytime, anywhere.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza | Critical Consensus
Nintendo's first big release since the launch of Switch 2 comes romping home with glowing reviews
July 18, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza is Out Now on Nintendo Switch 2
Mario's nemesis finally returns to the spotlight in a new 3D adventure, as he ventures through Ingot Isle alongside Pauline.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Don't miss your chance — Target just restocked Nintendo Switch 2 'Mario Kart World' bundles
We're not sure how long this is going to last, so be quick.
July 18, 2025 — Source

My 4 favorite Nintendo Switch games that got upgrades for the Switch 2
These classic Switch games are even better than before.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Confirms Return of Mysterious Switch Online: Playtest Program — Now Compatible with Switch 2
Applications open next week.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo May Have Handled Switch 2 Preorders Differently in Japan and the U.S. Due to Varying Perceptions of Fairness, Japanese Study Suggests
Fair play.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo is Bringing Back its Playtest Program from July 28 to August 10
On its official website, Nintendo has confirmed that the Playtest Program is testing the same feature it did in October 2024.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Wants More Testers For Its Secretive Switch Online Playtest, How To Apply
Nintendo is once again recruiting gamers for its Switch Online Playtest Program. While details of the program are still shrouded in mystery, Nintendo did confirm that it is the same service that it recruited testers for back in October 2024
July 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's slow drip of Switch 2 games is a feature, not a bug
How many games do you really have the time to play right now?
July 18, 2025 — Source

Razer's new Pokemon gear includes a new mouse, keyboard, headphones, and desk mat adorned with Gen 1 critters
After teasing a collaboration with The Pokemon Company last week, Razer has officially unveiled a line of peripherals for fans of Nintendo's mega-popular franchise. As you would expect from the peripheral maker, the crossover includes a new mouse, keyboard, deskman, and pair of headphones for use with your computer. They all feature the same general design, which is a collage of the Gen 1 starters and Pikachu repeated across each piece of hardware.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Indie game studios battle for piece of Switch 2 success
Players line up inside Nintendo's booth at a Japanese game fair to try upcoming Switch 2 titles, but, for once, the company's chirpy red-capped mascot Mario is nowhere to be seen.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Viture's Luma Pro Glasses Make Me Wish the Switch 2 Had an OLED Screen
Plugging the new glasses into Viture's mobile dock has given me a super-vivid, bright mobile display. But you may want to wait for the Beast.
July 18, 2025 — Source

What Does The Nintendo Switch Orange Screen Of Death Mean & How Do You Fix It?
Orange might not be the first color that comes to mind when you think of Nintendo, but it usually spells out one of two things for Switch players. Either you're going for a dive in the Nintendo eShop to find some deals on games and waiting for it to load (as seen above), or you've potentially just hit a patch of rough luck with your console. You'll know if it's the latter: you were using your Switch in handheld mode or playing on the portable Switch Lite when you were interrupted by a sudden wall of bright orange.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 17th, 2025

A gritty Pac-Man reboot makes for surprisingly solid Metroid-style action
Shadow Labyrinth isn't the most original game, but it has some interesting ideas thanks to its Pac-Man twist.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Amid Fan Confusion Around the Risks of Using a Well-Known Pokemon Go Exploit, the Game's Developer Responds by Pointing Back to its Terms of Service — Which Lay Out its Rules on Cheating
The alleged risk of using a well-known Pokemon Go exploit is causing widespread confusion among the game's community, fuelled by a dire warning from a senior player that supposedly originates from the app's own development team.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Analogue 3D Nintendo 64 remake delayed again — tariffs blamed for shipment pushback to 'late August'
But Analogue says that it will absorb any costs, with pre-order prices honored.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza Credits Confirm DK's New Voice Actor — and There's a Fresh Voice for Pauline Too
Aping the original.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Exclusive First Look at 2025 Pokemon World Championships Merch
This year, there are three distinct Lines: Rockabilly, SoCal Beach Skater, and Varsity.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Is Reportedly Trying "Hail Mary" Tactics To Make Its Lawsuit Against Palworld Makers Stick
When Nintendo confirmed it would be suing Pocketpair, the studio behind last year's massive hit Palworld, many saw this as an inevitable outcome considering how litigious Nintendo is on a good day.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Delivers Better Framerates Against iPhone 16 Pro Max's A18 Pro When Running Fortnite, But Relies On Dynamic Resolution And More Than A 400 Percent Power Draw When Docked
The iPhone 16 Pro Max can be counted as a powerful gaming handheld because the A18 Pro that is a part of its innards can run AAA titles at respectable framerates, but how well does it fare against Nintendo's latest and greatest, the Switch 2, and that too, running Fortnite? Well, the actual portable console has a lead in the latest graphics and framerate comparison, but once you check out the detailed test, you will realize that the Switch 2 depends on Dynamic Resolution scaling and a substantially increased power draw to deliver that performance gain.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Paper Mario: The Origami King Brought The Series Closer To Its Roots
Thanks to its stronger characters and memorable papercraft world, The Origami King is the closest the Paper Mario series has come to matching the heights of its first two installments.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Pokemon has partnered with one of the biggest PC gaming brands again, and you can actually buy these accessories — but do you even want to?
This isn't the first time Razer and Pokemon have come together, and these products are coming to different regions.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Razer Unveils Pokemon Gaming Gear - Gotta Buy 'Em All Before They're Gone
New limited-edition Pokemon-themed versions of Razer's gaming headsets, mice, mechanical keyboards, and more are now available.
July 17, 2025 — Source or Source

Sega Addresses Concerns Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Will Be Sold As a Game-Key Card on Nintendo Switch 2, Confirms The 'Full Base Game' Will Be Included On the 64GB Cartridge
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be sold as a physical Nintendo Switch game with the "full base game" included on a 64GB cartridge.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Turtle Beach Announces Rematch Wireless Controller: Donkey Kong Edition for Nintendo Switch Consoles
Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation, today announced the new Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller: Donkey Kong. The new Donkey Kong-themed controller is the latest accessory in Turtle Beach's growing catalogue of officially licensed by Nintendo gaming accessories compatible with the original Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch -- OLED Model. This controller also works with the Nintendo Switch 2 system -- C button not available.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Turtle Beach Reveals New Nintento Switch Rematch Wireless Controller: Donkey Kong
Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation, today announced the new Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller: Donkey Kong. The new Donkey Kong-themed controller is the latest accessory in Turtle Beach's growing catalogue of officially licensed by Nintendo gaming accessories compatible with the original Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch - OLED Model.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 14th, 2025

A Donkey Kong movie is a safe bet for Nintendo's growing entertainment empire
Signs point to an animated film adaptation, which would fit perfectly with Nintendo's current strategy.
July 14, 2025 — Source

BBC Blamed For On-Air Nintendo Hardware Blunder, As UK Games Body Distances Itself From SNES Snafu
"Unfortunately, we couldn't adjust it whilst on air."
July 14, 2025 — Source

Congrats to Team Sea on winning Splatoon 3's Summer Nights Splatfest!
That's a wrap, all you squid kids and Octolings! Hope you had fun out there this weekend inking up a storm during this year's Summer Nights Splatfest because the event has (sadly) come to a close. Team Sea brought home the trophy without too much trouble from either of its opponents with a score of 490p. Team Land followed with a mere 260p, while Team Air chugged behind with only 120p.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza copies are out in the wild, so beware of spoilers
With Donkey Kong Bananza set to release this week, it was pretty inevitable that someone would get their hands on an early copy of the game. Since the Nintendo Switch 2 title actually has a full physical release instead of some ludicrous "game-key card" doohickey, that means some lucky few are experiencing all the joys of DK's latest adventure and might take to social media to share their discoveries.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza Director Reacts To Performance Issues On Switch 2
Nintendo has been doing hands-on experiences with Donkey Kong Bananza, and many noticed that frame drops were occurring. This is interesting, because many gamers upgraded to the Switch 2 precisely to get away from the sometimes choppy frame rates of the original Switch. Large games such as Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, for example, can suffer these frame drops at times.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza Has Been in Development Since 2017
Development on the 3D platformer started right after the team finished working on Super Mario Odyssey for the original Switch.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza Spoilers Are Leaking Online Days Before Launch
Beware story details coming from fans who have managed to get early copies.
July 14, 2025 — Source

FBI says recently seized ROM sites enabled $170M worth of piracy
Nintendo has never shied away from fighting piracy. Following on from the takedown of two popular Switch emulators last year, Nintendo has now turned its attention back towards ROM sites offering free downloads of Switch titles. According to the FBI, a couple of recently seized domains enabled as much as $170M worth of downloads.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo addresses Donkey Kong Bananza's inconsistent frame rate
Following the release of Mario Kart World alongside the launch of the Switch 2, the next major first-party title coming to Nintendo's sequel system is Donkey Kong Bananza. Set to arrive in under a week's time, the team at Nintendo have offered a surprisingly candid response to comments regarding the upcoming title's somewhat inconsistent framerate.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Is 'Aware Performance May Drop Slightly' In Donkey Kong Bananza But Says The Team Prioritized 'Fun and Playability' During Development
"There are several factors to consider."
July 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Rolls Out New eShop Publishing Guidelines for Switch 2 in Asia, Seemingly to Curb Spam Games
It looks like Nintendo quietly cracked down on 'eSlop' for the Switch 2 launch.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Devkit Situation Still Hasn't Improved, as Many Developers Still Lack Access; New Direct Is Scheduled for Second Half of July -- Rumor
Following the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal in April, there's been a severe draught of third-party title announcements for the new systems. According to a new report, this is apparently caused by several reasons, one of which is the lack of devkit access for several developers.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Invites Are Finally Being Sent Out by Amazon, Just in Time for Donkey Kong Bananza
Here's your one-stop shop to finding everything in stock.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Wild Hearts S New Comparison Shows the System Can Hold Its Own With Current-Gen Consoles, Surpassing The Xbox Series S in Some Scenarios
A new Wilds Hearts S comparison shared online during the weekend highlights how the Nintendo Switch 2 can hold its own with other current-generation systems, and in some cases, even surpassing them.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Overwatch 2 Will Start "Firing on All Cylinders" When it Gets Back to its World and Lore -- Director
In an interview, game director Aaron Keller spoke about how the cancellation of Overwatch 2's PvE mode affected the story negatively.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Rumor- Nintendo is planning a Direct for this month after Donkey Kong Bananza releases
Now that the Switch 2 is finally out and Nintendo can openly talk about new projects, it seems inevitable that we'll start to hear about Directs every few months. In the latest rumor from Nate the Hate, it has been stated that Nintendo is planning a Direct stream for July following the release of Donkey Kong Bananza on the 17th.
July 14, 2025 — Source

STAX Modular Mini PC Runs Official Steam OS and Delivers Big Performance
Have you ever wished for a gaming PC that doesn't dominate your desk but still delivers a capable, versatile experience? Enter the XDO Stax Mini PC, a compact powerhouse that redefines what a small form factor device can achieve. Running the official Steam OS, this modular marvel is designed for both gaming enthusiasts and productivity seekers, offering a seamless blend of performance and adaptability. With its AMD Ryzen APUs and customizable hardware, the XDO Stax Mini PC challenges the notion that you need a bulky tower to enjoy immersive gaming or efficient multitasking.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 devs are already bleating about performance issues — Donkey Kong Bananza director reveals challenges
This game went through a particularly interesting development phase, as it was pushed from Switch to Switch 2 due to game engine demands.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 | Critical Consensus
Critics felt Iron Galaxy's remake was a worthy slice of nostalgia, but were disappointed in cuts from its soundtrack and changes to Pro Skater 4
July 14, 2025 — Source

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4's Bizarre Guitar Hero Reference Will be Removed in a Future Update
Developer Iron Galaxy apologised for the reference, which showcases a Guitar Hero-style game box in a trash bin in Waterpark.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 13th, 2025

Nintendo Is Aware of Donkey Kong Bananza's Frame Rate Issues
Nintendo is about to launch the second big first-party exclusive Switch 2 game: Donkey Kong Bananza. Earlier this week, the development team confirmed that Donkey Kong Bananza started development on the original Switch just like Mario Kart World.
July 13, 2025 — Source

The Switch 2 Is a Major Improvement for Accessibility Over Its Predecessor
A review of the Switch 2's new accessibility features.
July 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 12th, 2025

Nintendo bans Switch 2 owner after they played used Switch 1 games — decision eventually reversed after 'proving innocence'
Buyer beware.
July 12, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch pirates sunk by the FBI as they seize the site for hosting pirated games — American and Dutch authorities take down NSW2U.com
Nintendo Switch pirates sunk by the FBI as they seize the site for hosting pirated games — American and Dutch authorities take down NSW2U.com
July 12, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 11th, 2025

FBI Seizes Popular Nintendo Switch ROM Site
The FBI has seized and taken down one of the more prominent Nintendo Switch ROM sites, Nsw2u. First reported by Kotaku, the site was seized earlier this week on Thursday, though according to some of the members of the Switch Piracy Reddit page, the site remained up for a few hours before being entirely taken down. If you try to visit the website now, you'll be met with a splash screen from the FBI notifying that the site has been seized "in accordance with a seizure warrant."
July 11, 2025 — Source

IO Interactive assures fans that Hitman's Switch 2 port will be getting performance updates soon
While Hitman: World of Assassination is a pretty decent Nintendo Switch 2 port, all things considered, it hasn't been without its fair share of criticisms. Most of the complaints focus on the performance of the game, which can be a bit shaky when stacked against the title on other platforms. Thankfully, developer IO Interactive is aware of these issues and is working on a patch to iron out the kinks.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch Game Voucher program is being discontinued
While Nintendo games rarely go on sale, the Switch maker introduced a program during its previous generation which allowed you to obtain two game 'vouchers' for a reduced cost. Unfortunately, with the Switch 2 now available and out in the wild, Nintendo has announced that it is discontinuing the service.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Pokemon's Meowth voice actor James Carter Cathcart has passed away at age 71
Yesterday on voice actor Erica Schroeder's Instagram page, it was revealed that prolific Meowth voice actor James Carter Cathcart had passed away from throat cancer at the age of 71. While he may not be an immediately recognizable name, fans of a certain age will be intimately familiar with his work as he had voiced iconic characters in the Pokemon anime's English dub for over two decades.
July 11, 2025 — Source

The FBI has taken down a major Switch piracy website
While Nintendo will forever be engaged in the battle against piracy, it seems the company has just gotten a big helping hand from the FBI of all organizations. Yesterday, it was reported by Kotaku that the FBI has taken down one of the largest Switch piracy sites as part of a "law enforcement operation." NSW2U was a notorious repository for Switch ROMs, but now the website simply displays an image claiming it has been seized by the FBI and a Dutch organization known as FIOD.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 10th, 2025

FBI Seizes Prominent Nintendo Switch Piracy Site
The number of Nintendo Switch pirate ROM sites just went down by one.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Like Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza Was Originally a Switch 1 Game, Nintendo Confirms
Switch 2 allowed the team to expand the voxel tech.
July 10, 2025 — Source

ModRetro Chromatic Review: The Perfect Game Boy Restomod
ModRetro took a dramatically different approach with this Game Boy re-creation, and it succeeds in capturing the original's charm.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Ditching Switch Game Vouchers, Ending a Good Way to Save Money on Switch 1 Games and Switch 2 Upgrades
Coupon troopa.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Nintendo is ending its cost-saving Switch game vouchers
Switch Online subscribers still have until January 30th, 2026 to buy vouchers that allow them to purchase games at a discount.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Won't Say Why Donkey Kong Bananza's Pauline Is 13-Years-Old Specifically, Wants Players to 'Puzzle Out' the Answer Themselves
"It's something we really can't explain all of for now."
July 10, 2025 — Source

Our Big Bananas Interview With the Developers of Donkey Kong Bananza
The game's producer and director answer a barrel full of questions.
July 10, 2025 — Source

You Might Be Losing Mario Kart World Races Because Of Charge Jumps
It turns out that the fun boosting technique in the new Mario Kart isn't really boosting you after all.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 7th, 2025

Every Nintendo 3D Platformer, Ranked
An odyssey across a galaxy of 3D worlds.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Fans Analysing Blurry Pixels Believe Nintendo Switch Online Is Getting Super Smash Bros. for Its N64 Catalogue — and Now the Hunt Is on for More
Tangential link.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Internet Sleuths Think Super Smash Bros., Donkey Kong 64, And More Are Headed To Nintendo Switch Online
At least five more N64 additions may have been accidentally revealed (if you squint).
July 7, 2025 — Source

MGS Delta studio compares Nintendo Switch 2 CPU to PS4 and GPU to Series S
Nintendo has stayed away from the console wars for quite a few generations, especially when it comes to the power/performance of said consoles -- instead opting for relatively modest hardware. With the Switch 2 having now been out in the wild for a bit however, we're seeing more and more developers weigh in on the system's capabilities and potential.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Addresses Concerns Over Switch 2's Price Keeping Kids From Getting It
The Switch 2 launched at a hefty $450, a price point that has some investors concerned over how that might affect younger players.
July 7, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour is Developed by Mario Party Studio
Nintendo Cube is also known for hits like Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics and travesties like Everybody 1-2 Switch.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Go Artwork Teases Scarlet and Violet's Paradox Pokemon, Though Fans Are Divided on How They'll Be Released
Your next Great Tusk awaits.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Smash Bros, Donkey Kong 64 and more to join Switch Online library
A handful of classic games were announced for Nintendo Switch Online as part of the Switch 2 launch. Now, as we near the next Nintendo Direct showcase, it looks like fans have figured out what new titles will soon be announced for the service, including Smash 64.
July 7, 2025 — Source

When The Switch 2 Stock Shortage Is Expected To Ease Up
The launch of any new piece of tech that's hot in demand is not complete until we experience shortages as consumers. That's the trend during the last several years, and the Nintendo Switch 2 is no exception. With the launch price of $449 for the base model (and $499 for the version that comes bundled with Mario Kart World), many consumers were initially wary of the highest priced console Nintendo has ever produced at first, but that did not stop the flow of consoles sold.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 5th, 2025

How to Share Games on Nintendo Switch 2 (Spoiler: It's Easier Than You Think)
There are two methods to share your games between multiple Switch 2 consoles using Virtual Game Cards. And neither one is called GameShare.
July 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 2nd, 2025

As Nintendo's Ability to Ban Switch 2 Consoles From Online Services Sparks Headlines, Brazil's Consumer Rights Watchdog Issues Legal Challenge
Bricking it.
July 2, 2025 — Source

How to Use an iPad as a Nintendo Switch 2 Display
When you're away from home and want to play your Nintendo Switch 2 on a larger display, you can do so if you have a USB-C iPad. All you need is an app and a couple of accessories to get everything connected, as MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera demonstrates.
July 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — June 30th, 2025

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Has Been Rated By the ESRB, Suggesting Nintendo Switch 2 Release May Be Imminent
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition may not be too far from release on Nintendo Switch 2, as the new edition of the popular action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware has been recently rated in the United States.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Former Nintendo Devs Reminisce About 'Amazing' Colleagues Who Were So Good At Making Games, They Seemed Like 'Celestial Beings'
"I remember constantly wondering how I could demonstrate my own worth in such an environment."
June 30, 2025 — Source

KitGuru Games: Why Sony Buying Warner Bros. Would Make Perfect Sense
Warner Bros. Discovery has been in a bit of a downfall over the past couple years, with CEO David Zaslav gaining infamy for his ruthless tactics in cancelling almost-complete projects in order to gain a couple extra million in tax write-offs. Following years of confusing and nonsensical decisions, WB recently announced a complete shake-up to the company's structure -- one which puts Warner Bros. Discovery in the perfect position to sell off parts of itself to other interested parties.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Denies Report It Pulled Products From Amazon Amid Spat Over Third-Party Sales
Losing purchase.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Nintendo reportedly pulled products, including Switch 2, from Amazon U.S. because of alleged sales dispute — both companies deny claims
Amazon and Nintendo have both denied the report.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Says Switch 2 Demand Greatly Exceeded Expectations, Apologizes for the Inconvenience
During a recent investor meeting, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa addressed the topic of demand for the newly released Switch 2 console. According to Furukawa, it greatly exceeded Nintendo's internal estimates, which is why you may have had trouble finding it in stores. The president even apologized to customers for the inconvenience.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Splatoon 3 Upgrade Proves Just How Much More Powerful the New System Is, Increasing Resolution by Five to Six Times in Certain Scenarios
The Nintendo Switch 2 Splatoon 3 upgrade introduces some significant improvements that highlight just how much more powerful the new system is compared to its predecessor.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 29th, 2025

Nintendo adds Super Mario Strikers to Switch 2 GameCube library
Back in April when Nintendo began showcasing its launch plans for the Switch 2, a wave of GameCube classics were announced for the new console. At launch, just a couple of these games were made available, but slowly, the library is starting to fill out.
June 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Switch 2 Restock Update: Where Can You Find Consoles Now?
The Switch 2 has been a big hit for Nintendo, with units flying off the shelves as quickly as retailers can stock them. Even tough critiques of the handheld's screen hasn't slowed demand. If you've been left out in the cold though, don't despair, this guide will help you to secure a device at a range of participating retailers.
June 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 25th, 2025

Belkin Charging Case for Switch 2 review: Simple but effective
It keeps your Switch 2 topped up and protected in the most straightforward way.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Death Stranding 2 Was Made In Partnership With A Nintendo-Owned Studio
Sony's newest PS5 exclusive was made possible in part thanks to a company owned by Nintendo.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Dbrand Responds To Switch 2 Owners Experiencing Joy-Con 2 Issues With Its Killswitch
Dbrand says it'll replace its Killswitch controller cover with an improved model--for free--to anyone experiencing detachment issues.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Display Is 50% Slower Than the Original Switch
The Nintendo Switch 2 display has been bashed a few times already since the console's release earlier this month, but the latest analysis from Monitor Unboxed is perhaps even more damning. We already knew of the nearly non-existent HDR capabilities and of the Variable Refresh Rate issues, but Monitor Unboxed, which regularly reviews PC displays, has now measured the screen's response time, and the results are really disappointing.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo-published Drag x Drive launches this August with a modest price tag
Ahead of the Switch 2's launch, Nintendo released a smartphone app called 'Nintendo Today' which has since offered various titbits of new information, tips and more. In an interesting move, the console maker chose to use its mobile app to announce the release date for their Basketball title Drag x Drive.
June 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Some Asshole Allegedly Steals $10,000 Worth of Switch Games From Local Libraries
What kind of Mario villain would steal from a local library?
June 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 23rd, 2025

3dSen NES Emulator 1.0 is Now Available, Turns Classic 2D Games Into Playable 3D Voxel Dioramas
The amazing 3dSen NES emulator has finally left early access after having been in development for 10 years, and its 1.0 release is now available for purchase on Steam.
June 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Creating emotionally resonant content for a global audience in Sky: Children of Light
Content producer Yingxian Lu reflects on creating culturally relevant experiences for Chinese players of Thatgamecompany's MMO
June 23, 2025 — Source

Don't Expect Zelda, Animal Crossing or Other Nintendo Franchises to Pop Up in Mario Kart World, Producer Suggests — 'It Would Have Seemed Incongruous'
Back track.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Hands-On -- Shinobi: Art of Vengeance looks to be another exceptional Sega revival from Lizardcube
Recently I had the opportunity to preview a handful of upcoming titles at Summer Game Fest. These ranged from ones I'd been laser focused on since their announcement and some that had been revealed for the first time less than 24 hours before my appointed time. The bulk of these affirmed my assumptions, maybe taught me something new, and left me curious about what publishers might showcase next.
June 23, 2025 — Source

NEOWIZ gives massive bonus/gifts to all devs following Lies of P success
Lies of P represents one of the best non-FromSoftware games to tackle the Souls-like genre. Released back in late 2023, the game has gone on to be enjoyed by over 7 million players -- while selling over 3 million copies. In celebration of the game's continued success, studio NEOWIZ has given all of its employees massive bonuses and other goodies.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Display Is Problematic In a Number Of Ways, and Worse Than Its Predecessor's In Terms of Motion Quality
The Nintendo Switch 2 display is problematic in a number of ways, and it's even worse than its predecessor's in certain scenarios, according to a new in-depth analysis.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG Mega Evolution Set Officially Announced, Closing Out The Scarlet and Violet Era
Mega Evolution cards are returning to Pokemon TCG.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Someone turned a Steam Deck shell into a DIY PC controller using 3D-printed connectors — features dual touchpads and Nintendo Switch 2-esque split design
Modder TommyB has made the 3D printer files, schematics, instructions, and more available to anyone.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Super Smash Bros. Creator Masahiro Sakurai Says Large-Scale Development Is No Longer Sustainable, But Generative AI Can Help
Super Smash Bros. series creator Masahiro Sakurai thinks that generative AI can help in a time when large-scale development has become unsustainable for various reasons.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Verizon apparently can't keep up to its promises and people are downhearted
The telco is having problems shipping the Nintendo Switch 2.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 22nd, 2025

Nintendo Switch 2 Reviews Are In And The Verdicts Might Surprise You
It's been about two weeks since the Nintendo Switch 2 went on sale, and if you're someone who specifically enjoys Nintendo games, you've already got one. Though there are plenty of other game console options out there, there's likely a huge swath of people who might wonder if they should pick up Nintendo's latest portable—a swath that includes your author.
June 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 21st, 2025

I Ordered a Switch 2 From Verizon. It Didn't Go Well
Commentary: I was supposed to get the Switch 2 on June 6. It didn't show up on that day -- or any day -- and Verizon never gave me an update. But the story has a happy ending. Sort of, anyway.
June 21, 2025 — Source

This Case Forced Me to Completely Rethink How I Handle the Switch 2
You don't necessarily need an expensive case, but there are a few that make the Switch 2 easier to hold.
June 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 20th, 2025

Don't Put This Cartridge In Your Nintendo Switch 2 Or It'll Be Banned From Online
Nintendo is taking a strict stance against a third-party cartridge, even if players aren't using it for piracy.
June 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Has Switch 2 Been a Failure So Far for Non-Nintendo Games? The Numbers Paint a Mixed Picture
Cyber punked.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Mario + Rabbids Studio Pitched a Third Title That Was Rejected -- Rumour
According to a report, the team behind the Mario + Rabbids games has been disbanded, with some moving on to form new studios.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond "Out Now" Ad in London is "Incorrect," Says Nintendo
The ad, spotted by a Reddit user at the Oxford Circus tube station in London, was next to other ads for Nintendo games and features.
June 20, 2025 — Source or Source

NetEase's Surprise Reveal Of New AAA Wuxia Game Blood Message Has Fans Comparing It To Uncharted And Tomb Raider
"From not knowing about this game five minutes ago, it is now at the top of my most wanted list."
June 20, 2025 — Source

Nexus Mods' New Owner Says There Won't Be "Aggressive Monetization"
Chosen, the new owner of Nexus Mods, tries to assure fans that mods "will always be free."
June 20, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Admits Error in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Advert That States Game Is 'Out Now'
Getting the ball rolling.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Review: A Worthy Successor, But Is It Worth The Price?
The original Nintendo Switch really was a paradigm shift for console gaming, kickstarting a new era of gaming handhelds that blurred the line between traditionally limited portable gaming experiences and full fledged living room consoles. That was way back in 2017 however, and since then competition has grown increasingly fierce. The Nintendo Switch 2 enters an arena it no longer has all to itself, and it will need to deliver a truly next generation experience to stay on top.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Review: The Ultimate Handheld and It's Not Even Close
The Switch 2 "1-Ups" the groundbreaking original in every single way.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch Is Being Touted As The World's Slowest iPhone, As Someone Managed To Get iOS Working On The Handheld Console, But The Experience Was A Nightmare
It has been a tidal wave of success for the Nintendo Switch 2, because the portable console has been selling like hotcakes in different markets, with a projection stating that the device could ship between 15 million and 16 million units through the end of the company's fiscal year in March 2026. That kind of traction would only be possible thanks to the momentum generated by the first-generation Switch, which is still being used to carry out some interesting experiments, such as firing up iOS on it.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Publisher Tells Nintendo to Pull Its Own Game From Switch 2 eShop While It Waits for Backwards Compatibility Patch to Go Live
"Since we do not have clarity."
June 20, 2025 — Source

Splatoon 3's upcoming Summer Nights Splatfest asks which way you'd rather travel -- Land, Sea, or Air
With the summer season in full swing, it's high time we all took a vacation. While that isn't really feasible for most people due to the truly abysmal economy right now, at least we have Splatoon to occupy our time. On the official Splatoon Twitter account, Nintendo announced the next Splatfest theme for "Summer Nights" will focus on travel.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Thieves stole almost 3,000 Nintendo Switch 2 consoles in $1.4 million heist
Well, that's certainly one way to get your hands on the Switch 2.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Third party publishers report 'low sales' on Switch 2 so far
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been off to a hot start, becoming the fastest selling console to date thanks to strong launch weekend sales. The Switch 2 also launched with a pretty strong line-up of third-party games, but so far, publishers are being disappointed by the results.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Video Games Weekly: Mario Kart World is the opposite of punishing
The gaming news you need, June 10 - 18.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Where are the Switch 2 indie games?
Indie developers and publishers discuss the lack of access to Switch 2 development kits
June 20, 2025 — Source

Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom for Switch 2 -- Good Updates, Great Guide
The Nintendo Switch was on the back foot in terms of hardware power from day one. The game's big launch title, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, felt like it just barely fit within the confines of the system, running at an inconsistent 30fps and a less-than-optimal pixel count. Six years later, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom pushed the Switch even closer to its limits (and arguably beyond).
June 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 18th, 2025

$1.4 Million Worth Of Nintendo Switch 2 Consoles Were Stolen On Their Way To GameStop
A truck transporting Nintendo Switch 2 consoles from Nintendo's headquarters in Washington to a GameStop in Texas was robbed before the consoles could complete their journey. The perpetrator(s) stole 2,810 consoles, approximately $1.4 million worth of Switch 2 devices.
June 18, 2025 — Source

A Donkey Kong Bananza amiibo is officially on the way!
It's official — Donkey Kong Bananza is bringing the barrel-blasting action to Switch 2 on July 17th, and fans have even more reason to celebrate. Not only does the game feature a younger version of Pauline in a starring role, but it's also getting its very own amiibo set, with Donkey Kong and Pauline front and center!
June 18, 2025 — Source

Can You Use A Third-Party Controller For Your Nintendo Switch 2?
​​It's been a long time coming, but the Nintendo Switch 2 finally went on sale on June 5, 2025, and sold more than 3.5 million units worldwide in its first four days on the market. While some continue to wonder if the Nintendo Switch 2 is worth the upgrade, others have been busy with launch titles like Mario Kart World and Street Fighter 6.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Diddy, Dixie, and Cranky Kong are all back in Donkey Kong Bananza
Donkey Kong Bananza is looking to reinvent gaming's greatest gorilla. That fresh perspective on DK and the subterranean world he's smashing through made it unclear how much of his familiar cast would be a part of the adventure.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza And A Bunch More Switch 2 Games Are Live On Amazon
If you've been wondering when Amazon will finally list a selection of Switch 2 games, the answer is right now. Sure, the Switch 2 is a brand new console, but Amazon still took its time serving up games for one of the hottest game system launches of all time. We won't hold a grudge, though, because not only has Amazon joined the Switch 2 party, it's done so with some gusto, as we found a whole bunch of Switch 2 games that are up for grabs.
June 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Donkey Kong Bananza Confirms Pauline as New Companion, New Transformations Revealed
With new Bananza Powers, Donkey Kong can transform into one of three forms to obtain more destructive power, speed, and flying.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza Confirms Super Mario Odyssey's Pauline Is Your New Sidekick — and DK Can Now Transform Into a Zebra or Flying Ostrich
He's finally back.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza Direct Reveals Pauline Is DK's Companion Throughout The Game, New Gameplay Details
Nintendo kicked off today with a Donkey Kong Bananza Direct presentation, which showcased a bunch of new gameplay details about the upcoming adventure, but perhaps most importantly, revealed that the Odd Rock character we met when the game was first revealed back in April, isn't a rock at all - it's Pauline.
June 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Donkey Kong Bananza Includes Challenge Course Ruins, Collectible Outfits, and More
Nintendo's next big 3D platformer also includes Photo Mode for capturing images, a music player for collecting tunes, and more.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza Includes Co-op and Game Share, DK Artist Mode Revealed
Players can control Pauline separately and unleash vocal blasts to help out Donkey Kong, even if they don't own the game.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza is bringing back the 'DK Rap'
Yes, folks, for all you clamoring for early 2000s collectathon nostalgia Donkey Kong Bananza has got something special for you. Throughout the game's dedicated Nintendo Direct plenty of music was played. Many of these tracks were familiar to fans of the series, ranging from the ever present "Jungle Hijinx" to familiar arcade melodies given a lyrical twist by Pauline.
June 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Donkey Kong Bananza Raises The Possibility Of A DK Multiverse
Hear me out: Cranky Kong and young Pauline should not coexist.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Expert asserts Mario Kart World is a 'fake HDR' Nintendo Switch 2 title — 'Mario Kart World reveals that even the highest caliber of developers aren't taking HDR seriously'
HDR needs to be embraced 'from day one, not as an afterthought,' seems like sage advice.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World Patch Notes Fix Some Really Frustrating Bugs
Nintendo has released patch 1.1.1 for Mario Kart World, which fixes several bugs that made playing the kart racer less fun.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Makes Widespread Use of NVIDIA DLSS, But May Be Difficult To Spot Due to Differences With Image Characteristics on PC
Although pre-release footage suggested the contrary, the Nintendo Switch 2 makes widespread use of NVIDIA DLSS, but it may be difficult to notice if the upscaler is being used due to differences in image characteristics compared to PC.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Retailer GameStop Is Really Leaning Into Its Launch Day Stapler Snafu
Hole new world.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Go Details Summer City Events Featuring a Big Red Truck its Driving Round Europe
Varoom
June 18, 2025 — Source

Someone Pulled Off A Million Dollar Switch 2 Heist
A lot of Nintendo Switch 2 consoles fell off of the proverbial truck.
June 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Stellar Blade Might be in Development for Nintendo Switch 2 -- Rumour
Developer Shift Up has reportedly gotten its hands on a Nintendo Switch 2 development kit and has started optimising the game.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Stellar Blade Nintendo Switch 2 Port Is Not in Development, but the Studio Is Evaluating Various Options Internally
Although Stellar Blade developer Shift Up recently acquired a Nintendo Switch 2 development kit, a port of their popular game is not currently in development.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 2025 Sales Forecast Bumped from 15 to 16 Million Units by DFC Intelligence
Following the early sales of the Nintendo Switch 2 console (the new gaming hardware sold over 3.5 million units in the first four days and is said to be selling twice as fast as the original Switch), gaming market analysis firm DFC Intelligence has slightly bumped its original forecast for 2025:
June 18, 2025 — Source

Thieves steal almost 3,000 Switch 2 consoles worth $1.4 million from truck headed to Texas GameStop
The driver says he didn't know what was in the truck
June 18, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 16th, 2025

79% Of Switch 2 Buyers In The US Also Bought Mario Kart World
The Switch 2 launch title is off to a good start, just like the console.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Amazon Carries Nintendo Games Again, Including New Switch 2 Exclusives
Nintendo-published games and gear had been notably absent from Amazon's US storefront for more than a year.
June 16, 2025 — Source or Source

Distraught Pokemon Fan Lost '1,000+ Hours and 20 Years' of Progress During Switch 2 System Transfer — Proving Need for Pokemon Home to Save Beloved Creatures
Seeing Red.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Mario Ambassador Charles Martinet Clarifies He's Still Allowed to Perform Mario's Voice, but Won't Improvise Dialogue — and It's His Choice to Protect 'Integrity' of Nintendo's Iconic Mascot
Mushroom for compromise.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Nintendo announces a Donkey Kong Bananza Direct
The 15-minute Nintendo Direct will offer more information about the new Donkey Kong title.
June 16, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 gets a CT scan that shows off internals layer-by-layer, including a scan of the Nvidia Tegra SoC
Get a close up look at the Switch 2—really close up.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 survives over 50 hammer blows in brutal durability test
Drop it, sit on it, smash it--the Switch 2 still powers on
June 16, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Teardown: What's Hiding Inside Nintendo's New Console?
The Nintendo Switch 2 represents a pivotal advancement in gaming hardware, combining innovative design with state-of-the-art technology. A detailed teardown of this next-generation console unveils its internal components, hardware upgrades, and design refinements. These findings highlight how the Switch 2 enhances performance, improves repairability, and introduces modularity, delivering a more polished and versatile gaming experience compared to its predecessor.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2: Latest Stock Updates, Where to Buy Everything, and More
Here's your one-stop shop to finding everything in stock.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2: The Ars Technica review
Nintendo's overdue upgrade is a strong contender, even amid competition from handheld PCs.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Switch 2 Display Is Virtually Indestructible In Teardown Test
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the latest next-generation console to release into the wild, continuing the success of its predecessor. The big difference between the Switch 2 and other consoles like Sony's PlayStation 5 is in its portable nature. This spells many potential issues with durability, since the likelihood of taking the console on-the-go inevitably increases the risk of damage.
June 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition Review -- An Outstanding Port
Street Fighter 6 on Switch 2 is an outstanding port, loaded with content and crisp performance.
June 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories for 2025
Add to your playtime with the right controllers, headsets and other gear.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 13th, 2025

Dbrand's Killswitch is the best all-around Switch 2 case
The $79.85 "Travel" tier offers complete protection, but even the $59.95 version is great.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Every Mario Kart Game, Ranked
Where will MK World rank among Nintendo's classic kart racers?
June 13, 2025 — Source

Japan Is Getting Goofy With "Switch 2" Marketplace Listings
Switch 2 or two switches?
June 13, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World Sold More Than 780,000 Physical Copies in Japan in First Three Days
These sales figure for Mario Kart World far surpass what we saw back in 2017 with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Breath of the Wild.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive Mario Kart World Is Selling Faster Than OG Switch Launch Title Zelda: Breath of the Wild in Japan
Racing ahead.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 review: A fabulous follow-up to an all-time legend
No surprises here: The new Nintendo Switch is great.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Nintendo UK's Pokemon Legends: Z-A Preorders Are Now Live, and Include an Exclusive Mega Evolution Bundle and More
Including some seriously cool Charizard figures.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Sony Doesn't Sound Too Concerned About Switch 2, Even After A Record-Breaking Debut
Nintendo sold 3.5 million Switch 2 systems in just four days.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Pro Controller review: Nintendo's best gamepad simply costs too much
Its high $85 price is a major flaw.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 sells almost 1m units in Japan, making it country's biggest console launch
Nintendo's latest hardware has sold three times more units than the original Switch in its first week
June 13, 2025 — Source

The Morning After: Our verdict on the Switch 2
More of the good stuff.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Yakuza 0: Director's Cut Review -- Still a Masterpiece
Yakuza 0: Director's Cut doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it doesn't need to.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 9th, 2025

8BitDo's Best Controllers Get Switch 2 Support - How To Set Them Up And Why It's A Big Deal
8BitDo has released firmware updates to add Switch 2 support for its flagship Ultimate 2 and several more of its most popular controllers.
June 9, 2025 — Source

A weekend with the Nintendo Switch 2
Some quality time with Nintendo's handheld shows a pleasant upgrade, as opposed to a dramatic next-gen shift.
June 9, 2025 — Source

An Important HDR Setting Is Hidden On Nintendo Switch 2 - Here's How To Find It
If you're been disappointed with the HDR output of the Nintendo Switch 2, you might have missed one key configuration option.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Every Camera Confirmed to Work With the Switch 2, Despite Nintendo's Claims
Nintendo says only USB-C cameras are compatible with the new Switch 2, but many users have found evidence to the contrary.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is coming to the Switch 2 this winter
With the massive jump in power the Nintendo Switch 2 brings compared to the original Switch, the possibilities for third-party games on the console feel broader than ever. Back in April when we got our first good look at the system and what it could run, there were a myriad of exciting announcements, and one that stood out to many was the confirmation that Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade would be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Mario Kart World may eventually get a 200cc mode
As many players will have likely figured out by now, Mario Kart World does not feature a 200cc mode for its races. Although Mario Kart 8 added 200cc, not even at launch but through an update to the Wii U version, its absence in a new Mario Kart is peculiar. Just before the Nintendo Switch 2's launch last week, Rolling Stone sat down with producer Kosuke Yabuki to ask about the possibility of adding the mode back into the game via an update.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Live-Action Zelda Movie Delayed By Nintendo
The film will not make it out on time.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo Announces The Live Action Zelda Movie Release Has Been Delayed A Few Weeks From March 2027 To May 2027
Back in November 2023, Nintendo confirmed that its next adventure in adapting its games into films would be with a live-action Legend of Zelda movie, and earlier this year, we learned that it was due to arrive in theaters on March 26, 2027.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Boss Says Switch 2 Should Be Available This Holiday In The US, But Tariff Threat Looms
The 46% tariff rate on products from Vietnam, where US Switch 2s are made, is slated to go into effect next month.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Delays Live-Action The Legend of Zelda Movie
Ocarina of more time.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Fans Spot Shigeru Miyamoto Missing From Mario Kart World Credits — but It Isn't Too Much of a Surprise
That tracks.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2
It's the small things that really make the Nintendo Switch 2 such a brilliant system. The magnetic Joy-Cons, the improved mic, the snappier UI, GameChat, accessibility -- all these quiet upgrades just make using it smoother and more enjoyable day to day. Not everything lands, however.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Devkit NDK Core Ounce First Look Highlights Differences With Retail Unit
The first look at the Nintendo Switch 2 devkit has arrived today, thanks to some images that also highlight the differences with the retail unit that finally launched last week.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat Can Transcribe Curse Words
The new GameChat function on Nintendo Switch 2 may work a little too well on bad words.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Games Console Hacked
Reports emerge that the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 has already been hacked, mere days after its release. This breach isn't just a technical hiccup; it's a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities lurking in even the most advanced gaming systems. For Nintendo, a company renowned for its meticulous approach to hardware and software design, this incident raises serious questions about the strength of its security measures and the future of its flagship console.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Hides Cool GameCube Easter Eggs You Can Unlock With Just a Few Button Presses
C for yourself.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Review -- We Can Rebuild it, We have the Technology
Nintendo don't release new consoles often, and when they do, it's big news. This is particularly true in the home console market, rather than pure handheld, though the Switch did bridge that gap in what was an interesting move then. Of course, Nintendo aren't always successful; see the Wii U. Often, they like to try something new, rarely going for "more powerful".
June 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Switch 2 soups up the graphics, but does it deliver the games?
I'm cruising around Bowser's Castle with my old pal Toad. It's not exactly relaxing, what with all the lava pits and banana peels and turtle shells littering the road. Add 23 other characters—is that a cow driving?—who are trying to get to the finish line first, and it's chaos.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Pixel 7a From Two Years Ago Equipped With An Embarrassingly Slow Tensor G2 Outperforms The Nintendo Switch 2 In Minecraft During A CPU Intensive Task
The Switch 2's Tegra chip from NVIDIA might have received the label for the most advanced silicon in a handheld, but there are areas where Nintendo's latest portable console has missed the mark. An in-depth analysis reveals that the device sports a lackluster display, and when it comes to CPU-intensive tasks, a less remarkable SoC like the Tensor G2 running in Google's previous-generation mid-ranger, the Pixel 7a, can outperform it in games like Minecraft.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Retroid's $69 second screen is ready for your favorite DS games
Recreate the DS with your favorite handheld using this clamp-on touchscreen.
June 9, 2025 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Now Allegedly France's Fastest Selling Console Ever, With Over 200K Sold So Far
The release date we were all waiting for has come and gone, June 5th has passed, and the Nintendo Switch 2 is available worldwide for those lucky enough to have grabbed a pre-order or found a console at their local store.
June 9, 2025 — Source

YouTube Is Coming To Switch 2
A YouTube app should be coming soon.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 6th, 2025

8BitDo's controllers will work with the Switch 2 after a firmware update
The company is updating eight of its gamepads to be Switch 2 compatible, but it says more updates are coming.
June 6, 2025 — Source

A whopping 344 tracks from Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom added to Nintendo Music
A massive update has hit Nintendo Music! The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has been added to the music service, adding a whopping 344 tracks. Coming in at a runtime of 11 hours and 43 minutes, this is one of the biggest, if not THE biggest updates for Nintendo Music.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Ampere Analysis: Over 13m players expected to purchase Switch 2 in 2025
Data firm forecasts console to move 25.5 million units next year, 104.3 million by 2030
June 6, 2025 — Source

As Switch 2 Customers With Damaged Consoles Are Offered Replacements, Nintendo Points to GameStop Statement That Uses 1999 Film Office Space to Joke That 'Staplers Have Been Confiscated'
Punch out.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Can Switch 2 break Nintendo's sequel curse? | Opinion
Follow-ups to massively successful Nintendo consoles usually flop -- but with a strong launch and hints of months of supply constraints to come, Switch 2 seems set to break that streak
June 6, 2025 — Source

Coming From an Original Switch, the Nintendo Switch 2 Is Super Satisfying to Play
My experience so far has been incredibly enjoyable, even if a feature or two didn't work out as planned.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Hackers discover Nintendo Switch 2 exploit one day after launch — minor hack allows running custom code on top of OS
Great hacks start from small beginnings.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Here are the biggest Nintendo Switch 2 launch games you can buy
We've rounded up the most notable Switch 2 games that arrived on day one.
June 6, 2025 — Source

I was ready to dismiss Switch 2 GameChat, but so far I love it
I think Nintendo finally figured out the social internet?
June 6, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World Has Smart Steering On By Default, But It's Easy To Toggle Off
Is your car driving itself? Here's how to turn the feature off.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo announces the Mario Kart World Invitational for this October
On Twitter this morning, Nintendo announced that a brand-new tournament for Mario Kart World will take place in Tokyo, Japan, this October. Dubbed the "Mario Kart World Invitational," the only guess we have for what this tournament will be is in the name.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Console Review -- A Bigger, Bolder, and Smarter Evolution of the Switch
A smarter, stronger Switch that perfects the concept without compromising it, even if it plays things a little safe.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 exploit used to demonstrate framebuffer graphics demo
Hackers have already found the first exploits working on Switch 2. This isn't a major hack, users can't override the default operating system or run unlicensed games. The hack is called a userland ROP chain exploit, which allows users to bypass some security mechanisms to run arbitrary code.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 First Impressions And A Surprising Purchasing Score
The Nintendo Switch 2 is finally out, and I have some first impressions on the experience of both playing and purchasing the console. I was not lucky enough to secure a preorder ahead of the console's June 5th release, but I was hopeful I could score one in-store all the same.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Supports Your Phone As a Camera, With Just Two Cables
Self Mii.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 teardown reveals Nvidia Tegra T239 chip, raises repairability concerns
Early hardware, performance, and HDR reports
June 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 vs Switch 1: All the differences I found while playing the new console
I've played a bunch of the Switch 2. Let's break down all the advancements over the original flavor.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2: The ULTIMATE Unboxing & Gameplay
The Nintendo Switch 2 represents a significant step forward in the world of hybrid gaming. By combining advanced technology with thoughtful design enhancements, it builds upon the success of its predecessors while introducing new features that cater to modern gaming needs. From its upgraded display and redesigned Joy-Cons to improved connectivity and social gaming capabilities, the Nintendo Switch 2 offers a comprehensive package for gamers of all types.
June 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Switch 2's GameCube Controller Features Gyro Support
Fans of the Nintendo Switch 2 have been taking to social media to experiment with the GameCube controller across different games.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Nightmarish Virtual Game Cards Make the Switch 2 a DRM Minefield
We found out the hard way just how bad Switch 2 DRM can get.
June 6, 2025 — Source

New Nintendo Switch 2 units show potential signs of tampering — UK customers report receiving unsealed products from multiple retailers
Theories range from poor quality seals to staff needing to check if the Mario Kart World code was still inside.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Princess Peach And Toad Actor Says Nintendo Has Replaced Her After 18 Years
Samatha Kelly is no longer voicing two of Nintendo's most iconic characters.
June 6, 2025 — Source

PSA: Switch 2 Games Don't Support Nintendo's Game-Voucher Program
Nintendo's money-saving vouchers get complicated when it comes to the Switch 2. Here's what you need to know.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Surprise! GameCube Controller for Nintendo Switch 2 Has Gyro Controls, and Fans Are Having Fun Working Out What It's Compatible With
Tilted.
June 6, 2025 — Source

The best microSD cards for the Nintendo Switch 2
If you want to add more storage to your new Switch 2, you'll need a microSD Express card.
June 6, 2025 — Source

The best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories include an irresistible Piranha Plant webcam
Make it functional but fun.
June 6, 2025 — Source

The Nintendo Switch Online GameCube Controller Supports Gyro Controls
I'm using tilt controls.
June 6, 2025 — Source

The Switch 2's best feature is its satisfying Joy-Con 2 'thunk'
It's a sign that Nintendo learned from the mistakes of original Switch, but that doesn't make the Switch 2 perfect.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on July 11
The Switch 2 version of the remaster compilation launches on the same day as Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC and Switch.
June 6, 2025 — Source

You can use an iPhone as a Nintendo Switch 2 camera
A couple of inexpensive cables and something to prop up your phone are all you may need.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 3rd, 2025

8 Hours With Nintendo's Switch 2: It's the Sequel Handheld We Wanted
We played a ton of Mario Kart World and also the interactive "instruction manual," Switch 2 Welcome Tour, to get a better feel for the Switch 2.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Days Before Switch 2's Release Date, Nintendo Ships Official 'Out of Stock' Signs to Retailers
Sold.
June 3, 2025 — Source

GameChat on Nintendo Switch 2 Makes Playing Games with Friends Hectic as Hell
Nintendo's new camera and voice chat functionality for the Switch 2 is fun, but it has some limitations that may be hard to overlook.
June 3, 2025 — Source

I Played Hours of Mario Kart World and Used GameChat on the Switch 2. I'm Hooked
From the chaos of 24-player races to the fun of group chats to the shrug that is Welcome Tour, the Switch 2 holds a lot of potential. But is it enough to buy right now?
June 3, 2025 — Source

I tried the Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat feature, and so far I'm impressed
For when you absolutely must watch your friends play 'Balloon Fight.'
June 3, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World Hands-On: The Perfect Launch Game for Switch 2
Nintendo's kart racer is back—and it's bigger and better in every way.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World: The Final Preview
One last ride... before launch.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World's Open World Isn't What You Think It Is
Don't go in expecting Nintendo's Forza Horizon.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Denies Reports of it Offering Higher Gross Margins to Japanese Retailers for Switch 2
Nintendo has revealed through a post on social media that it does not tend to reveal details about its deals with retail partners.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 "Out Of Stock" Store Displays Just Rub It In
A sign of things to come.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat Feels Better Than It Looks
GameChat definitely isn't a marquee game-changer for Switch 2. But it's smartly designed enough to justify its existence as a nice-to-have feature.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Is A Surprising STEM Showpiece (But It Should Still Be Free)
The Switch 2 Welcome Tour could be a neat, approachable way for students to learn concepts of industrial design--but only if they see it.
June 3, 2025 — Source

The Switch 2 Is Beautifully Balanced Compared to the OG Switch and Steam Deck OLED
From the Game Boy to the DS to the Switch, Nintendo is still the best at handheld design.
June 3, 2025 — Source

This Random But Good Nintendo DS Game From 2006 Is Getting Revived
The metroidvania title also launched on Game Boy Advance back then, too.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 30th, 2025

Nintendo Switch 2 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Awakening Complete Edition Q&A
Koei Tecmo's only Nintendo Switch 2 launch game is NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Awakening Complete Edition, an improved version of the game that launched in July 2023 for PC, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. Awakening was the sixteenth installment in the popular series of turn-based grand strategy games. Ahead of that game's launch, we published an interview with Koei Tecmo's producer and director Michi Ryu.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Nintendo will let you limit who your kid can GameChat with on the Switch 2
Parents will also need to grant approval every time a player under 16 starts a GameChat video chat.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 28th, 2025

Apple Planning To Release Gaming App Near Nintendo Switch 2's Launch - Report
The company recently acquired Sneaky Sasquatch maker RAC7.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Ahead Of Switch 2's Launch, Animal Crossing: New Horizons Gets First Update In Years
Ahead of Switch 2's imminent release, Nintendo has updated New Horizons for better multiplayer compatibility between Switch and Switch 2.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Early Nintendo Switch 2 Units Cannot Play Any Game Without Day 1 Update
Those lucky enough to get a Nintendo Switch 2 before its official launch will only have a rather expensive paperweight on their hands until the system's day one update goes live, according to new online reports.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Hands-on with 'Street Fighter 6' on the Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom doesn't have a huge presence for the Nintendo Switch 2 launch, but it is offering two stellar titles that have been released on other platforms. One game is "Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess," which is a surprisingly good game I reviewed last year, and the other is more well-known—"Street Fighter 6."
May 28, 2025 — Source

N64 Game CRT Filter and Rewind Locked Behind Nintendo Switch 2: 'Truly, This Is the Power of Next Gen Hardware'
Re-Rewind, When the Crowd Says Where's Our Filter?
May 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch Online N64 games are getting Rewind — but only on Switch 2
Original Switch owners get customizable controls, but not even a CRT filter.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch System Update Ver. 20.1.0 Changes Sound That Plays When NSO Is Launched From the Home Menu, Among Other Things
Beep.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto Discusses the Blending of Worlds Between Movies, Theme Parks and the Switch 2
I spoke with the legendary creator of Mario and the creative mind behind Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe. He revealed the inspirations behind his designs, the future of Power-Up Bands and AR, and what makes the convergence of entertainment worlds seem natural.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Pokemon Legends: Z-A -- Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Have a Release Date, Pokemon Presents Set for July
Cover art revealed.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Has Extra Features For Nintendo 64 Games You Can't Get On Switch
Here are the differences between Switch 2 and Switch in Nintendo Switch Online's Nintendo 64 games.
May 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Nintendo Switch 2 does not work without a day-one patch
We are just one week away from the Switch 2 officially launching. As retailers are now beginning to receive stock, a few people have managed to get their hands on the console early, but Nintendo has put measures in place to make the system unusable until a day-one update.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 27th, 2025

Pokemon Go's Next Season, Delightful Days, Starts June 3 And Adds More New Gen 8 And 9 Pokemon
Several new Pokemon from the Galar, Paldea, and Hisui regions are making their debut during Pokemon Go's summer season.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Pokemon software nears 500m units sold | News-in-brief
Launching in 1996 in Japan and 1998 in the US, the game series has sold over 489 million units to date
May 27, 2025 — Source

With the Switch, technology finally caught up to Nintendo
The Wii U was a flop, but many of its ideas and games were ahead of their time
May 27, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 23rd, 2025

FAST FUSION Nintendo Switch 2 Q&A -- HDR Makes a Big Difference; New HD Rumble Is Very Impressive
The Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup mainly consists of existing games ported to the new console, with very few exceptions, and one of them is FAST FUSION.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Here's how you can get a Nintendo Switch 2 at launch — or at least try to
Nintendo's latest console is sold out, though there are ways to set yourself up for future success.
May 23, 2025 — Source

May 2025's NSO game update brings four Game Boy classics to the service
With only a week left to go in May, it's time for Nintendo to spring some new classic games onto its NSO service. Instead of a broad selection of titles, this month sees four new Game Boy games getting added, with one being a ludicrously expensive Game Boy Color game. I'm not overly familiar with Survival Kids, but if its availability here can potentially drive down prices on the secondhand market, then that is only a good thing.
May 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Miyamoto talks about growing Pikmin brand, mentions movie or show as possibilities
This week was the grand opening of Universal Orlando's newest theme park, Epic Universe. Included as one of the five lands within is Super Nintendo World, Nintendo's first step into the theme park world. And while park is split into two — one based on Mario and the other on Donkey Kong — there are still other nods to other Nintendo IPs in the land, most notably Pikmin.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Is Compatible With A Standard USB Mouse
As seen during a demo for Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening CE, it's possible to use a regular mouse with Switch 2.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 will support regular USB mice in at least one game
Nobunga's Ambition: Awakening CE lets you plug one in and get to work (or war).
May 23, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Go Is Bringing Every Legendary Giant Back Ahead Of Go Fest 2025
Players will have another chance to catch Regieleki, Regidrago, and the other legendary giants during an Ancients Recovered event.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG: Destined Rivals Preorder Guide: Release Date, Where to Buy, and What's Included
It's out this month.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Video Games Are Closing In On Half A Billion Sales
In the nearly the three decades since Pokemon was first released, the franchise's video games have sold almost 500 million.
May 23, 2025 — Source

PowerA will soon be taking pre-orders for wired Switch 2 gamepads with Hall Effect joysticks
One of the more baffling decisions when it comes to the Switch 2 is Nintendo skipping out on Hall Effect joysticks for the Joy-Con 2. We've previously discussed the benefits of Hall Effect joysticks before on Nintendo Wire, but suffice it to say, it's a seriously big missed opportunity on Nintendo's part.
May 23, 2025 — Source

PSA: Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat Requires Your Phone Number for Verification Purposes
Message received.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Super Mario 64 Mod Brings Minecraft To The Mushroom Kingdom
A modder has shared a look at a Super Mario 64/Minecraft mash-up that even works on a real Nintendo 64.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 GameChat Will Require Phone Number For Security Purposes
Can you digit?
May 23, 2025 — Source

Switch 2's Yakuza 0 Director's Cut Is An Upgraded Version Aimed At Old And New Fans
Sega looks to be bringing an excellent version of the classic to its growing Nintendo audience.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Switch Online's Game Boy Collection Adds Four Games, Including A Classic Kirby Title
Kirby Star Stacker is finally coming to Nintendo Switch Online's Game Boy retro library alongside titles like Survival Kids.
May 23, 2025 — Source

The XY series of the Pokemon anime is streaming on Netflix this June
As 2025 carries on, Pokemon fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the release of Pokemon Legends: Z-A. For the first time in over a decade, the France-inspired Kalos region will be making its return in a new form. That being said, with no release date even yet known, it seems likely that it will be a while yet before the game arrives.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Villains Have Rarely Been As Relatable As They Were In Fire Emblem: Sacred Stones
The Game Boy classic gives us a closer look at what makes its villains tick.
May 23, 2025 — Source

We Unboxed Pokemon TCG: Scarlet & Violet's Latest Expansion - Destined Rivals
It's the most fun I've had with Pokemon cards in a long time.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 22nd, 2025

Amazon Just Restocked Pokemon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Premium Collection, But Is It Worth It?
It's a 189% markup compared to the original MSRP.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong's Old Look Isn't Dead Quite Yet
The Rare-designed version of the iconic character lives on in a location you can visit.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Free Nintendo Switch Icons Are Now Up For Grabs: Here's How To Get Them
Prepare for the next generation of Nintendo gaming with these retro-flavored profile icons.
May 22, 2025 — Source

How to use Nintendo Switch virtual game cards
Letting your loved ones borrow your digital games is a cinch... at least after you finish the setup process.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Kiryu and Ichiban Yakuza Nendoroids are now available for pre-order
If you're a fan of the Like a Dragon/Yakuza series (and who isn't?), then you may want to grab these upcoming Nendoroids to adorn your desk with. Available for pre-order on PlayAsia are a duo of funky little figurines based on the two main protagonists in the series: Kazuma Kiryu and Kasuga Ichiban.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Next Pokemon TCG Pocket Expansion Will Add The Extradimensional Ultra Beasts
The Extradimensional Crisis expansion arrives May 29.
May 22, 2025 — Source

PNY microSD Express card brings fast storage to Nintendo Switch 2
PNY has released a new microSD Express Flash Memory Card, and it is designed for portable gaming. In particular, this card is targeting the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Go Is Adding More Gigantamax Starters During Global Go Fest Events
Gigantamax forms of Rillaboom, Cinderace, and Inteleon are coming to the mobile game next month as part of three global Pokemon Go Fest events.
May 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Rare 1999 footage shows the world's first Pokemon theme park attraction
To Pokemon fans who were there since the beginning, there is nothing more nostalgia-inducing than the global PokeMania phenomenon of the late '90s. If that's you, then this newly uncovered video is a must-see.
May 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Switch 2's GameChat will require a phone number for registration before use
While the Switch 2 will feature a pretty obvious hardware improvement over its predecessor, one of the console's unique features will be "GameChat." A merging of Discord and instant messaging, the feature allows up to four people to video chat while playing games on their console with no interruption. It looks fun, and is at least one way to stay in touch with friends while you're both enjoying something individually.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Type: Null and the Ultra Beasts Join Pokemon TCG Pocket in New Extradimensional Crisis Expansion
Make way for Blacephalon.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Ultra Beasts to make their Pokemon TCG Pocket debut next week in the Extradimensional Crisis expansion
Last month the Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket app saw the Alola region and its Pokemon debut for the first time in the Celestial Guardians expansion. As exciting as it was seeing a fresh cast of Pokemon join in, a certain special category of Pokemon from the region were notably absent from the set, the Ultra Beasts. It turns out that was because they were set to get their own dedicated set just a month later.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 13th, 2025

138 Pokemon Sword and Shield tracks added to Nintendo Music
Nintendo Music has updated with new tracks from Pokemon Sword and Shield this week. With a runtime of four hours and 43 minutes and a whopping 138 tracks, Sword and Shield's soundtrack is likely to satisfy Pokemon fans!
May 13, 2025 — Source

A Selection of New Hori Switch 2 Accessories Are Up for Preorder
Set yourself up with some Switch 2 accessories.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Bayonetta creator would have liked to continue the series if he remained at PlatinumGames
While Bayonetta 3 marked the end of the franchise and its heroine, that wasn't exactly the original plan for the series. In a new video shared on his YouTube channel, series creator Hideki Kamiya explained that if he had remained at developer PlatinumGames, he would have liked to continue the series beyond its third installment and spinoff. It seems plans changed, and he wasn't able to do that.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Dragon Quest 12 Director Is Working 'Really Hard' to Make It Great, Game Could Be Compatible with Switch 2
Dragon Quest XII has been missing in action for a long time. Square Enix announced the new installment in the revered Japanese roleplaying game series in early 2020. In May 2021, we learned that Epic's Unreal Engine 5 technology would power it and that the story was already finished.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate Director Believes it "Would be Compatible with Switch 2"
During Comic Con Napoli, Yuji Horii once more apologised for the lack of any new information about Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Is Very Aware That Switch 2 Looks Pretty Similar To Original Switch
In an investor call, Nintendo acknowledged that the consoles don't look that different on the surface.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Nintendo might brick your Switch if you break the rules
Modding your console might result in Nintendo making it, "permanently unusable."
May 13, 2025 — Source

Nintendo president reiterates US tariffs did not affect Switch 2 price
Shuntaro Furukawa said higher price was due to manufacturing costs, consumer impressions, market conditions, and exchange rates
May 13, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Final Fantasy VII Remake Unlikely to Feature 60 FPS Mode, Despite Recent Hints; Part 3 Switch 2 Port May Prevent Jump to Unreal Engine 5
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy VII Remake is unlikely to feature a 60 FPS mode, despite indications found in recent footage.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Switch 2: Nintendo Warns Of Substantial Negative Impact From Tariffs
The tariff situation is causing headaches and issues for many companies, including Nintendo.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Switch 2's Game-Key Cards will not be limited by the eShop
Ever since Nintendo officially unveiled the Switch 2, one of the system's many talking points has surrounded its use of a new Game-Key Card system which includes no data on the cartridge itself. Thanks to a recent leak, we have a greater idea of exactly how these cards will function -- and it's slightly better than expected.
May 13, 2025 — Source

The Best Pokemon TCG Accessories for Collectors in 2025
Sleeves, deck boxes, displays and more.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 9th, 2025

Breaking This New Nintendo Clause Could Make Your Switch 2 "Unusable"
Nintendo doesn't want anyone tampering with its hardware.
May 9, 2025 — SourceHogwarts Legacy Runs at 1440p on the Nintendo Switch 2 with NVIDIA DLSS Support
In a Japanese press release reported by 4Gamer, SEGA (the game's publisher in Japan) and Avalanche Software have revealed some technical details of the Nintendo Switch 2 port of Hogwarts Legacy.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo claims to be able to brick consoles in response to tampering according to latest policy update
Something all video game manufacturers need to be mindful of when creating and publishing their products is piracy. Nintendo themselves are no stranger to battling against the practice; just last year they successfully filed a lawsuit against the company behind the Switch emulator Yuzu. With the Switch 2 now on the horizon, it seems they are gearing up for more safety measures with a seemingly-aggressive policy update in regards to tampering with their products.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo has stated that no AI-generated artwork was used to develop Mario Kart World
According to a recent statement given to Eurogamer, Nintendo has said that Mario Kart World does not contain any AI-generated images. Why would the game even have that, you may ask? Despite how Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser stated just last month that he believes developers are what makes Nintendo's games special and not AI, nitpicky fans have combed over the Treehouse Live presentation for Mario Kart World and spotted what they assumed were AI-generated textures.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Issues Statement On Mario Kart World AI Image Speculation
Certain billboards had fans wondering if generative AI was used.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Plans to Support Switch With More Games After Switch 2 Launch
The company revealed in its earnings report that support for the older console will continue owing to its vast user base.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo President Concerned About Potential Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Switch 2 Demand: 'If Prices of Daily Necessities Like Food Increase Then People Will Have Less Money to Spend on Consoles'
Trade in?
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Shuts Down Speculation That AI-Generated Images Were Used In Mario Kart World
Nintendo doesn't respond to every rumor and bit of speculation on the internet, but it has stepped up to push back against speculation that AI-generated images were used in Mario Kart World.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 1 Will Continue To Be Supported with New Games by Nintendo
Despite the imminent launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, the Japanese company will continue to support the older console with new games. The confirmation arrived with Nintendo's latest quarterly financial report, which included the following statement:
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order updates: The latest on restocks, My Nintendo Store invites and more
Nintendo has sent out the first batch of its own Switch 2 pre-order invites.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are ramping up for the console worldwide
The new Nintendo Switch 2 gaming console will be rolling out next month, and this means stores have been bracing for the pre-order madness as customers prepare to pounce on the chance at being one of the first to own one. This could quickly lead to a shortage of consoles depending on how well Nintendo is able to sort out manufacturing, distribution, and of course, tariffs.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 specs suggest GPU performance similar to a GTX 1050 Ti
Switch 2 reportedly uses Nvidia Ampere GPU and 12GB of RAM
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Specs versus Switch 1: CPU, GPU, and Other Upgrades Explained
We break down the major hardware differences between the Nintendo Switch 2 and its predecessor to see just how big the generational leap really is.
May 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Switch 2 Systems May Be Bricked By Nintendo Following "Unauthorized Use"
In the attempt to combat piracy, Nintendo is apparently willing to go as far as bricking Nintendo Switch 2 systems following unauthorized use, according to the updated Nintendo Account Agreement.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Will Now Brick Your Switch If It Detects Piracy
It's the brand's latest attempt to squash anyone who steps on Mario's toes.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Palworld Developer Has Removed Game Features Due to Nintendo Legal Pressure
Pocketpair says it's continuing to evolve its monster-collecting game, even as it strips out features that may be too similar to the Pokemon franchise it parodies.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Palworld makes further design compromises as a result of Nintendo lawsuit
In the wake of Palworld's explosive success last year, Nintendo wasted no time in suing the developers -- Pocket Pair -- due to the game's Pokemon inspirations. With the proceedings still ongoing, the company has had to make further adjustments to Palworld -- including an odd change to the gliding mechanic.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Palworld's dev, Pocketpair, makes statement and changes to the game following lawsuit with Nintendo
Pocketpair has shared a new blog post onto their website, detailing the ongoing lawsuit with Nintendo, changes made to Palworld, and what's to come. If you recall, Nintendo filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Pocketpair back in September of 2024, alleging that multiple patents were used in Palworld. It wasn't too surprising to see Nintendo sue, as they're notoriously protective over their IPs, but it wasn't clear what patents were infringed at the time.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games: Release Dates for 2025 and Beyond
Counting down the final games on the original Switch.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 6th, 2025

Elden Ring Is Getting Two New Classes with Nintendo Switch 2 Tarnished Edition
Knight-reign.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition will include new classes and customization options
When Elden Ring releases on Nintendo Switch 2 this year, it won't just be a belated port to Nintendo's console family and nothing more. Its subtitle, "Tarnished Edition," will actually include some extra content to sweeten the deal for fans who are either double-dipping or have waited for a portable version over the years.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Feast Your Eyes Upon the $213,500 Pokemon Card
Step aside, Cheetozard—you're no longer the top-dollar Pokemon collectible of the moment.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Getting Cyberpunk 2077 to Run on Nintendo Switch 2 Did Not Require a Gigantic Effort, but Making It to Play Well Was a Challenge
Getting Cyberpunk 2077 to run on Nintendo Switch 2 did not require a gigantic effort, although getting it to play well was among the challenges CD Projekt Red had to face during the port's development.
May 6, 2025 — Source

How long will Switch 2's Game Key Cards keep working?
Nintendo's history suggests we can look forward to decades of support.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Sues Accessories Company For Sharing Switch 2 'Mockup' Months Before Official Reveal
Genki responds.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order updates: The latest on restocks, My Nintendo Store invites and more
Nintendo has sent out the first batch of its own Switch 2 pre-order invites.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Take a look at Final Fantasy VII: Remake running on Switch 2 in the latest 'Creator's Voice' video
Since the unveiling of the Switch 2 last month, Nintendo has been hosting a series of videos it calls "Creator's Voice" for new games coming to its platform. The latest in that line of videos features Square Enix's Naoki Hamaguchi, series director for Final Fantasy VII Remake and its sequels. In the video, he recalls memories of his childhood playing different games, watching TV, and reading comics, and how a lot of that inspired him with the decisions made for VII Remake.
May 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Louvre museum is finally discontinuing its 3DS tour guides
One of the most interesting tidbits from the life of the Nintendo 3DS was the fact that it was used as a digital audio tour guide for the iconic French museum The Louvre. That said, with smartphones becoming the standard more than a decade ago now, the museum has decided that it's finally time to retire the service.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Company Reveals New Split TCG Expansions: Black Bolt and White Flare
Featuring Legendary Pokemon: Zekrom and Reshiram.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG: Amazon Has Restocked a Bunch of Sealed Booster Sets in the UK Today
Lots of decent pack collections still in stock.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Turns Out Donkey Kong Bananza Has a Secret Language — And It Has Already Been Translated
Top banana.
May 6, 2025 — Source

What Song Is Playing in the New GTA 6 Trailer?
The Pointer Sisters are coming to Vice City.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 5th, 2025

Apple files appeal to wrest back control of its App Store
Epic Games' stunning victory blocks Apple from imposing fees on purchases made outside the App Store.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Genki Gets Sued for Its Nintendo Switch 2 Replica, Says It'll Respond 'Thoughtfully'
At CES 2025, video game accessories manufacturer Genki surprised everyone by showing off a mock-up replica of the Nintendo Switch 2 console well ahead of the official announcement. It didn't take long for the notoriously litigious company to explore legal steps, which have now been officially filed in the United States, in the Central District of California.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo files lawsuit against company that leaked Switch 2 at CES
Back at CES, many attendees were shocked to see one company showing off a Nintendo Switch 2 right there on the show floor. The company known as Genki, had boldly brought along a Switch 2 dummy unit to showcase its upcoming accessories for the unannounced console. Now, Nintendo is suing them.
May 5, 2025 — Source or Source or Source or Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order updates: The latest on restocks, My Nintendo Store invites and more
Nintendo has sent out the first batch of its own Switch 2 pre-order invites.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch's Latest Update Disables Popular Game-Sharing Loophole
Switch owners have lost a helpful way to share online-enabled games thanks to the latest hardware update.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Game-Key Cards Are "Disheartening" for Game Preservation -- Nightdive Studios CEO
According to Nightdive boss, Nintendo, with its vast heritage in gaming, should be taking game preservation more seriously.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 2nd, 2025

66 Mario Kart 7 tracks added to Nintendo Music
There's truly no rhyme or reason to the Nintendo Music uploads, as we've gotten a new release this first week of May. This time: Mario Kart 7! The 3DS racing title was the 7th installment in the Mario Kart series, bringing us new mechanics to the series like gliding, underwater racing, and segments instead of traditional laps.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Building the Ultimate Home Arcade: Part 1 -- Lights, Carpet, Action!
Welcome to the start of our Nintendo Wire Home Arcade series. To celebrate my 40th birthday and the 10 year anniversary of Nintendo Wire, I'm making a childhood dream come true: building the ultimate home arcade.
May 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Hollow Knight: Silksong confirmed to be playable at an Australian museum, hinting at possible summer release date
Of all of the games to come out within the past decade, it's undeniable that Hollow Knight was one of the most impactful even among bigger studio releases. Originally released in early 2017, Hollow Knight took the world by storm, and following that success, a sequel game called Hollow Knight: Silksong was revealed in 2019.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo has released an update fixing a Switch boot up bug
If you experienced an error while recently updating your Switch, you'll need to boot into maintenance mode to fix it.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order updates: The latest on restocks, My Nintendo Store invites and more
Nintendo has sent out the first batch of its own Switch 2 pre-order invites.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo warns that recent Switch update may brick your device
A couple days ago Nintendo released one of the biggest firmware updates the Nintendo Switch has seen in its 8 years on the market -- adding a ton of welcome additions while preparing the system for the upcoming Switch 2. Though a solid update overall, a number of users have encountered major issues while trying to install the patch -- causing some systems to be bricked.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG: Full Release Schedule for 2025
Catch 'em all?
May 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 28th, 2025

Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition on Switch 2 Took a "Ton of Effort," Says Quest Designer
CDPR's Pawel Sasko says, "If you want to experience what Nintendo Switch 2 can do, Cyberpunk 2077 is a hell of a benchmark."
April 28, 2025 — Source

Diablo IV might not come to Switch 2 due to live-service "challenge"
With the Nintendo Switch 2 a little over a month away from release, many 3rd party developers have announced or expressed interest in bringing their previous titles to the console maker's upcoming system. Interestingly, one game which may not come to Switch 2 is Diablo IV, with Blizzard claiming the platform to be "challenging" for live-service titles.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Donkey Kong Bananza Handheld Mode Resolution and Performance Officially Confirmed
Donkey Kong Bananza will be among the Nintendo Switch 2 games releasing in the system's launch window that will hit the maximum resolution offered by the system's screen, according to new information.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Breaks Into Applause As The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Speedrunner Beats Final Boss In Less Than 10 Minutes
A The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild speedrunner beat the Nintendo Switch 2 version of the critically-acclaimed RPG at the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience in Japan, which capped playtime at just 10 minutes.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order updates: The latest on restocks, My Nintendo Store invites and more
Nintendo has sent out the first batch of its own Switch 2 pre-order invites.
April 28, 2025 — Source or Source

Zelda: Breath Of The Wild On Switch 2 Has Already Been Beaten
The enhanced version of the open-world game--as well as the system--don't launch for another month-plus.
April 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — April 25th, 2025

Missed the Switch 2 Preorder? Why It's OK to Wait
Commentary: Switch 2 FOMO is real, but it's also fine to wait.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Amiibo Preorders - Check Out All Seven Switch 2 Launch Characters
Seven new Amiibo figures based on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Street Fighter 6 release alongside the Switch 2 on June 5.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo charges $20 for 'Mario Party Jamboree' and 'Kirby' Switch 2 upgrades
The upgrades for the Zelda games only cost $10.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 -- Analyst Believes There Are 6-8 Million Units in Stock for June 5 Launch
Equity research house Pelham Smithers Associates based this on the total number of entries in the recent Japan-only lottery.
April 25, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 NVIDIA DLSS Delivers Impressive Upscaling From 540p to 1080p in Street Fighter 6
NVIDIA DLSS support for the Nintendo Switch 2 is set to be a massive game-changer for the upcoming system, as the AI upscaler is already delivering impressive results upscaling low base resolutions to 1080p.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 preorder stock April 25: See the latest
The first round of preorders sold out in what felt like seconds, so now we wait.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Amiibos Are Now Up For Preorder at Nintendo in the UK
A nice start to the new generation.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Chip Shot Reveals Which NVIDIA SoC Powers Nintendo's New Console
The Nintendo Switch 2 is a highly anticipated console, especially with Nintendo having gone a significant amount of time since the first Switch came out (to much acclaim). While the game library and gameplay experience are what typically attract gamers to the Nintendo world, good performance is also a nice addition to the package.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 publishers quietly step away from "real" physical game carts | Opinion
Many Switch 2 launch titles will appear on Nintendo's new game-key cards, which look like real cartridges but contain no software -- how consumers will respond to them remains to be seen.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 22nd, 2025

182 Fire Emblem Engage tracks added to Nintendo Music
Late last night, Fire Emblem fans were in for a treat when Nintendo dropped the full soundtrack for Fire Emblem Engage, the latest entry in the tactical RPG franchise. Not only that, Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones was also released onto the GBA selection of Nintendo Switch Online!
April 22, 2025 — Source

2006 Nintendo Wii hacked to run Infected Systems' blog — uses open-source NetBSD
Wii like to blog about our experiments.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Assassin's Creed Shadows Might Be Coming To Switch 2
One line of text on the PEGI ratings website may have given away a Switch 2 release for Assassin's Creed Shadows.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Here's Everything Diablo 4 And Immortal's Berserk Crossover Entails
If you ever wanted to try to survive Berserk's Eclipse (what's wrong with you?), now's your chance.
April 22, 2025 — Source

How to Increase Your Chance of Getting a New Nintendo Switch 2 Console on Day One
Tips from the pros.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Madden NFL 26 is Set for August 14 Release -- Rumour
According to reports, EA is expected to officially unveil the next game in its Madden NFL franchise some time later this week.
April 22, 2025 — Source

More evidence points towards Switch 2 release of Assassin's Creed Shadows
Assassin's Creed Shadows launched around a month ago to solid reviews and strong early sales -- representing one of the better entries in the series for quite some time. Though yet to be officially announced, it is all-but-confirmed that Ubisoft's latest AC title is set to come to the Nintendo Switch 2.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Nintendo files request to subpoena Discord for Pokemon leaker identity
The 'teraleak' revealed confidential information about the series in October 2024
April 22, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Cuts Charging Time in Half
While maintaining battery life.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch Online Gets A Beloved 20-Year-Old Classic Game Boy Advance Title
While gamers are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, there's something in the past to look forward to as well. Nintendo Switch Online is offering up an old classic, Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones. This beloved title from two decades ago originally appeared on the Game Boy Advance, and is making its way to the popular Nintendo Switch subscription service.
April 22, 2025 — Source or Source

Surprise! This 20-Year-Old Fire Emblem Game Has Just Stealth-Dropped onto Nintendo Switch Online
The eighth mainline Fire Emblem entry is now free-to-play for Switch Online subscribers.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Pro Controller's Charging Time Is Half That Of The Original Device, Nintendo Says
Sparks and recreation.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Where you can try to preorder the Nintendo Switch 2 later this week
Nintendo's latest console arrives June 5th and will be available to preorder at most major retailers on April 24th.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 20th, 2025

Assassin's Creed Shadows Gets Rated for Nintendo Switch 2
It looks like Assassin's Creed Shadows might be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 console in the not-too-distant future. The news comes directly from PEGI (Pan-European Game Information), the European rating regulator, which has listed a version for Nintendo's upcoming console. Of course, it could be a mistake, especially since the listing only appears in the 'most searched' tab and not when you actually search for the game.
April 20, 2025 — Source or Source

Cyberpunk 2077 Is the First Nintendo Switch 2 Game Confirmed to Use NVIDIA DLSS
Cyberpunk 2077 is the first game confirmed to use NVIDIA DLSS on Nintendo Switch, despite the currently available footage not featuring any indication of the upscaler being used.
April 20, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders: The latest updates on restocks from retailers like GameStop, Walmart, Target and Best Buy
The console remains sold out everywhere, though most Switch 2 accessories and games are still in stock.
April 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 11th, 2025

Date for First Batch of Switch 2 My Nintendo Store Pre-Order Invitations in the U.S. and Canada, Priority Requirements Set
Here's everything you need to know.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Fed Up With Switch 2 Scalpers, Nintendo Fans Are Fighting Back
Nintendo fans are mobilizing to report scalpers on sites like eBay.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Here's Every Nintendo Switch 2 Game You Can Preorder In The US Right Now
As much as we'd like to tell you that Nintendo and its retail partners have opened up US preorders for the recently-announced Switch 2 and at the originally announced MSRPs ($449 for the Switch 2 and $499 for the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle), that is not the case.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Nintendo adds trio of games to the Genesis App for Switch Online for April 2025
With the Switch 2 dominating headlines this month, you'd think Nintendo might be ready to leave the original Switch in the past. Thankfully, that isn't the case, and Switch Online subscribers will be able to play a trio of "new" classic titles. Available starting today, April 11th, 2025, the Sega Genesis games "ESWAT: City Under Siege," "Streets of Rage," and "Super Thunder Blade" will be playable from the Genesis app, which is as good a time as any to remind you that Nintendo Switch Online has a Genesis app.
April 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Can Get Away With Raising Prices Because of Exclusives -- Former PlayStation Boss
Shawn Layden believes that the quality of Nintendo exclusives like Mario and Donkey Kong allows the company to raise prices.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Nintendo could lose money on every Switch 2 sale
Analysts believe Nintendo may sell the Switch 2 at a loss, while prepping as many Switch 2 units in Vietnam as possible to ship those to the US.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Cost Might Go Up by $50 to $100 Depending on Tariffs -- Analyst
The analysts also believe that, if the US tariffs on Vietnam stay at 10 percent, Nintendo might decide to just eat the extra costs.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders open Thursday starting at $450, plus everything else you need to know
The new console will be widely available starting June 5.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Report -- Mario Kart World could offer a blazing fast 120 fps mode
Mario Kart World, the brand-new entry in the Mario Kart series and the first new console title in a decade, is racing its way onto Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5th, 2025 as one of the console's launch titles. We've learned a lot about the new game ever since it was first teased earlier this year.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Super Nintendo World's Donkey Kong Country Brings Pure Joy To Epic Universe
With Donkey Kong's Mine-Cart Madness and Yoshi Adventurer, Epic Universe features new ways to play and win at Super Nintendo World.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Getting Star Wars Outlaws "Is Pretty Mind-Blowing," Says Digital Foundry
The open-world game never launched on PS4 or Xbox One.
April 11, 2025 — Source

The 20 Best Nintendo Switch Games Right Now
The Nintendo Switch's best games include Pokemon, Zelda, Mario and Metroid games, alongside indie hits and multiplayer party games.
April 11, 2025 — Source

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Switch 2 Edition Won't Include Expansion Pass Content
Those that pick up The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on the Switch 2 will have to buy the expansion pass separately.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Wind Waker HD could still come to Switch 2, claims Nintendo
Over the course of the Switch's life cycle, Nintendo ported pretty much every single Wii U exclusive to the console, offering enhanced resolutions and sometimes additional content. One of the few games to never see such a remaster was The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD. Despite the fact that the GameCube version of Wind Waker is coming to Switch 2 through NSO, the company claimed that a more comprehensive port could happen in future.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Zelda: Breath Of The Wild's $70 Switch 2 Release Does Not Include DLC
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition may not include the content from the expansion pass.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 7th, 2025

Amazon Pokemon TCG Restock Updates: I've Found More Surging Sparks Packs In Tins
Plus some ETBs I'm not missing out on.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Did Nintendo Just Accidentally Reveal An Unannounced Character In Donkey Kong Bananza?
Although Nintendo Korea switched the image quickly, it wasn't quite quick enough...
April 7, 2025 — Source

Google Search now lets you catch Pokemon thanks to a hidden game
Google has introduced an elaborate Easter egg to Search, which allows catching 151 original Pokemon. Simply search the name of a Pokemon and tap the Poke Ball that appears at the bottom right to add it to your virtual Pokedex. Notably, the minigame is available on Android, iOS, and mobile web via Google Search and requires signing into your Google account to save your progress.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World is the "Richest Mario Kart Experience Yet", Says Nintendo Regarding $80 Price
"Whenever we look at a given game, we just look at what is the experience, and what's the content, and what's the value?"
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo addresses Switch 2 Joy-Con drift concerns
While the Nintendo Switch was an undeniable success, one of the handheld's core issues was in its Joy-Cons. Suffering quite easily from Joy-Con drift, the Switch 1 was on the receiving end of a ton of lawsuits. Hopefully though, when it comes to Switch 2 this shouldn't be a concern as Nintendo claims to have fixed the issue.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Hall effect joysticks
Nintendo of America says the Joy-Cons have been redesigned, but not with anti-drift Hall effect sensors.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo boss on Switch 2 and tariffs: 'we are actively assessing what the impact may be'
Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser explains why the console is currently priced at $449.99.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo exec explains $80 price of 'Mario Kart World,' what it means for Switch 2 games
Are $80 games the new normal?
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Fan Plans On Waiting in Line For Switch 2 At Nintendo New York For Next 2 Months
That's one way to make sure you get a Switch 2.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo says it is 'actively assessing' the impact of US tariffs
Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser said that the company did not factor in possible tariffs from the U.S. when deciding on the pricing for its Nintendo Switch 2 console, according to Wiredaccording to Wired.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo says the Switch 2 Joy-Cons don't have Hall effect thumbsticks for reducing stick drift
The company also confirmed pricing for the Zelda upgrades and Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Developers Discuss The Console's Tech and Iwata's Lasting Legacy on its Development
Talking DLSS, the Nintendo handhelds that inspired them and the impact Satoru Iwata's legacy had on the new console.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Version of Civilization VII Looks Like a Mid-Tier PC, Says Dev
The Nintendo Switch 2 looks to have great third-party developer support, with many recent titles announced for the upcoming hybrid console. One of these titles is Sid Meier's Civilization VII, which launched a couple of months ago to lower-than-usual reviews for the traditional king of the 4X turn-based strategy genre. On Wccftech, the game earned an 8 out of 10 score, whereas previous entries had all scored above 9.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Won't Be the Only Thing in Gaming Affected by Price Hikes -- ESA
ESA spokesperson Aubrey Quinn spoke about the industry body's attempts to talk to the right people regarding the tariffs.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2's LCD screen is rather rudimentary, despite HDR support
One of the biggest surprises from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct was the confirmation that the sequel system's screen will not only be upping its resolution to 1080p, but also supports up to 120hz and even HDR. Unfortunately, the real-world impact of these changes may not be quite as transformative as one might hope -- owing to its use of a rather basic LCD screen.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch Game Prototypes Leaked Online Include Unreleased Ridge Racer Game, Retro Studios' Project Harmony RPG
Multiple Nintendo Switch game prototypes have leaked online, including prototypes of an unreleased Ridge Racer game and a canceled RPG that was in the works by Metroid Prime series' developer Retro Studios.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Nintendo, Sony and More Japanese Game Companies Suffer Stock Market Plunge as Trump's Tariffs Hit Hard
What next for Switch 2?
April 7, 2025 — Source

Our Big Nintendo Switch 2 Interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen
On price, mouse controls, and a lot more.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Sony's Switch 2 Survey Has Gamers Hoping For A Proper PlayStation Handheld
Sony fans hoping for a proper followup to the PlayStation Vita may have a new reason to remain hopeful. In response to Nintendo announcing its upcoming Switch 2 console last week, Sony's purportedly sent out a survey to gamers asking a bunch of questions about the handheld, one of which asks, "How interested are you in purchasing the Nintendo Switch 2?"
April 7, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 cartridges only go up to 64GB in storage
While the Switch 2 has been met with a ton of hypemet with a ton of hype, many decisions made by Nintendo have also given long-time fans some pause. Despite costing up to $80 for a physical copy, Switch 2 game cartridges can only hold up to a maximum of 64GB of data.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Carts Still Taste Bad, Designed Purposefully To Be Spat Out
"We have indeed made it so that if it enters your mouth, you'll spit it out."
April 7, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Doesn't Have An Official Achievement System
However, two Zelda games for Switch 2 will use Zelda Notes to track progress and achievements.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Exclusive Mario Kart World Justifies Its $80 Price Tag, Nintendo Insists in First Comments Addressing Cost Controversy
Moving up the gears.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Joy-Cons rebuilt from 'the ground up,' but still won't have Hall Effect sticks
One of the biggest points of failure on the Nintendo Switch console since its inception has been the joystick on the Joy-Con controllers. The flattened design for the analog sticks' control mechanism has continued to give players issues that involve registering inputs into the console without any actual interactions (stick drift).
April 7, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Tutorial Game Welcome Tour Costs $10, Nintendo Explains Why It's Not a Free Console Pack-In
Finally, a resolution.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 uses custom Nvidia chip with Ampere GPU
While Nintendo has not fully detailed the hardware inside of the Switch 2, we are finally starting to get details on the chip powering the system. According to Digital Foundry, the Switch 2 utilises a custom Nvidia T239 processor, which means it uses graphics technology similar to what we can find in RTX 30 series GPUs.
April 7, 2025 — Source

The Duskbloods Will Feature a "Cute" Companion in the Player Hub
According to director Hidetaka Miyazaki, the companion in The Duskbloods will be "cute" thanks to the partnership with Nintendo.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 4th, 2025

9to5Mac Overtime 045: It only takes one -- hands-on with Nintendo Switch 2
Fernando and Jeff talk about the Nintendo Switch 2 launch, how the perception of Nintendo has changed, and how Apple dropped the ball on gaming.
April 4, 2025 — Source

All the Nintendo Games You Can Update to Switch 2 for Free
Bad news: Mario Kart World will cost $80. Good news: These classic games will get free revamped versions for Switch 2.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Breaking News: Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders delayed due to Trump Tariffs
Trump's new Tariffs are forcing Nintendo to assess how they will affect the company as well as its new console. The company is opting to delay preorders in the US, however, it still plans to launch the Switch 2 on June 5 for $449.
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Donkey Kong Bananza Gameplay Showcases Environmental Destruction, Turf Surfing, and More
Players have extensive freedom to explore as Donkey Kong, mining Banadium Gems and tackling mysterious Voided Terrain.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Effects of Higher Priced Games on the Nintendo Switch 2 Will Become Clearer in Year 2 -- Analyst
For context, Mario Kart World is priced at $79.99 for the digital release, making it the most expensive standard edition of a game so far.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Elden Ring Director Miyazaki Reassures Fans That FromSoftware Will Still 'Actively Develop Single-Player Focused Games' Despite Online Multiplayer The Duskbloods
There's always room for experimentation.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Everything we know so far about the Nintendo Switch 2
After an agonizing wait, Nintendo finally revealed more details on the Switch 2 during a Direct presentation on the morning of April 2nd. While Nintendo told us very little in the official reveal of the console in January, the company announced during the Direct that the Switch 2 would launch on June 5th and cost $449.99.
April 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Former Nintendo PR Managers Say Switch 2 and Mario Kart World Price Backlash 'A True Crisis Moment for Nintendo'
"They have lost control of this."
April 4, 2025 — Source

From Software's Switch 2 Exclusive Was Originally Pitched For The Original Switch
The From Software title exclusive to Switch 2 started development for its predecessor.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Here are the best Nintendo Switch game deals after the Switch 2 Direct announcement
These should hold you over until June 5.
April 4, 2025 — Source

How Does Switch 2's Price Compare to the Cost of Other Nintendo Consoles at Launch? Spoiler: It's Not the Most Expensive
If you adjust the launch cost of past Nintendo consoles for inflation, Switch 2 isn't the most expensive. But what is?
April 4, 2025 — Source

How much will Nintendo Switch 2 games cost? Here's what we've learned so far.
Will Nintendo's new norm push potential buyers away?
April 4, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World Costs $80... Will GTA 6?
That $100 GTA 6 speculation is starting to look more likely.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World hands-on: The perfect launch game for the Switch 2
Throwing shells and dropping banana peels has never looked this good.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Metroid Prime 4 proves the Switch 2 Joy-Con mouse can drive a first-person shooter
It works shockingly well.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Explains Why Switch 2 Doesn't Run Every Original Switch Game Flawlessly
Nintendo says it's working to have Switch games running smoothly on the Switch 2 when it launches in a few months.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Made a Much Cheaper Japanese Language-Only Nintendo Switch 2 — and Even Duolingo Is Poking Fun
Chat function.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Aims to Address Predecessor's Issues Instead of Adding New Gimmicks
The company has traditionally included some sort of hardware gimmicks in its consoles, from the DS to the Wii and even the Switch.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Does Not Use Switch Hardware for Backwards Compatibility
Nintendo has traditionally used older console hardware in new consoles to enable backwards compatibility on systems like the 3DS and Wii U.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Game Sizes Revealed, and It Looks Like the 256 GB Internal Storage Will Keep Most Players Going for a While
Good goods come in small packages.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 hands-on: First impressions of 'Mario Kart World' and 'Donkey Kong Bananza'
Mario and Donkey Kong gave us a lot to look forward to at the Switch 2 premiere event.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 recent updates: Release date, price, new games and everything else you need to know
The next-generation handheld will cost $450 and be available on June 5.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Tech Analysis: Is 4K Actually Realistic?
Has Nintendo Switched it up?
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 uses emulation to run backwards compatible Switch titles
Nintendo announced months ago that the Switch 2 would be backwards compatible with Switch 1 titles, bar a few limited exceptions. However, it turns out Switch 1 titles aren't running natively on Switch 2 and are instead relying on emulation.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 versus ROG Ally: Which gaming handheld is better?
If you're trying to decide between Switch 2 and ROG Ally, here's everything you'll want to consider.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 versus Switch 1: Every Detail Compared
The Nintendo Switch 2's official specs aren't too different, but the new console has a lot of upgrades on the original Switch.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2: All The New Features & Tech That Make This Sequel Console Special
The Nintendo Switch 2 is almost here. In just a few months, you can get your hands on the sequel to the greatest home console since the PlayStation 2, at least according to sales figures. While some features and changes are a tad concerning --- almost nobody is looking forward to the increased game prices --- others are turning heads in a good way.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2: Release date, price, new Switch games and everything else you need to know
The console arrives on June 5, and a new Mario Kart game will be out the same day.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2's Price Roasted By Duolingo
A Japanese-only Switch 2 sells for more than $100 less, so it's time to learn a new language, Duolingo says.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Was Likely Caught Off-Guard by Backlash to Switch 2 Game Pricing -- Former PR
"I do think that they are a bit surprised by how severe this reaction is," said Krysta Yang, who previously worked at Nintendo of America.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Wishes the Switch 1 Was Faster So Developers Could Make Any Kind of Game They Want
The original Nintendo Switch was powered by an older Nvidia Tegra chip that was considered underpowered back when in 2017.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Nvidia confirms Nintendo Switch 2 will support ray tracing
Firm has produced a custom processor for the console
April 4, 2025 — Source

Rising Cost of Nintendo Switch 2 Games: Are Trump's Tariffs to Blame?
It all comes down to money.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Smaller Game Studios Are Struggling To Get Nintendo Switch 2 Dev Kits - Report
Many game studios reportedly still don't have their hands on a Nintendo Switch 2 dev kit.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Street Fighter 6 for Switch 2 features new control options and modes (including amiibo functionality!)
During today's Nintendo Treehouse Live stream, Capcom was on hand to showcase some gameplay of Street Fighter 6 running on the Switch 2. While the game is obviously not on par with the visuals for the PC, PlayStation 5, or Xbox Series X versions of the game, it does still look quite good and runs at a locked 60 fps. More importantly than graphics, however, are all of the exclusive features that the Nintendo Switch 2 port will contain.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Exclusive The Duskbloods: 7 Things We Learned From Nintendo's Interview with Director Hidetaka Miyazaki
It's in the blood.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Exclusive The Duskbloods' Hub Keeper Is 'Something Cute For a Change,' Because of Its Partnership With Nintendo
Please be respectful of the gentleman, though.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Preorders Could Open As Soon As April 21, According To New Leak
The Nintendo Switch 2 releases June 5, but we're still waiting for Nintendo to officially confirm a new preorder date following a delay in the US and Canada.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Price Likely To Increase As Nintendo Pulls US Preorders Over Trump's New Tariff Policies
The Switch 2 remains scheduled to release globally on June 5.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Will Support DLSS Upscaling And Hardware Ray Tracing, Nintendo Confirms
The Switch 2 has 10 times the graphical performance of its predecessor, opening up a lot of options for developers.
April 4, 2025 — Source

The Duskbloods Will Feature Over 12 Playable Characters; FromSoftware Isn't Abandoning Single Player
Arguably, the most unexpected game announcement made during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct was FromSoftware's The Duskbloods. Today, Nintendo has published a lengthy interview with FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki, revealing lots of information on the upcoming game.
April 4, 2025 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 almost makes PC gaming look cheap
A new gaming PC is a lot more expensive than a new console. But between a much higher price, $80 games, plus many more options for cash-strapped PC gamers, the Switch 2 looks pretty spendy right now.
April 4, 2025 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 promises major storage upgrades, but it'll cost you
MicroSD Express cards are significantly faster than conventional options, but also much rarer and more expensive for now.
April 4, 2025 — Source

The Switch 2's Nvidia hardware brings 10x performance, DLSS, and more
Nvidia announced new details about the Nintendo Switch 2's hardware, including a custom GPU that can do real-time ray tracing and AI upscaling.
April 4, 2025 — Source

We Played Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - First Hands-On Preview
The opening minutes of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond were a great showcase of Switch 2's mouse controls.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Xbox is getting the sequel to one of Nintendo Switch's biggest cult mecha anime hits
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, the sequel to 2019's Daemon X Machina, will be blasting its way onto Xbox, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation, and PC later this Autumn
April 4, 2025 — Source

This is how Nintendo aims to stop Switch 2 emulation on Android
Do as I say, not as I do.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Yes, Mario Kart World's Cow Can Eat Burgers and Steak
We're grilling Nintendo about this.
April 4, 2025 — Source

You Can Already Buy Switch 2 Compatible MicroSD Express Cards
SanDisk's Express microSD cards are already available to buy.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 2nd, 2025

All new The Legend of Zelda amiibo are coming June 5th!
Well folks, the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct has wrapped up, and we've actually got some exciting amiibo news to share! Not only did Nintendo announce a new entry in the Hyrule Warriors series called Age of Imprisonment, but they also revealed that four new amiibo will be launching on June 5th that are compatable with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom! These amiibo, like other released for the game, will unlock items and a special paraglider.
April 2, 2025 — Source

All the Third-Party Games Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Street Fighter 6 and Split Fiction are coming on launch day.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Bravely Default HD Remaster Is A Switch 2 Launch Title, Will Feature New Minigames
The original game released in 2012 for Nintendo 3DS.
April 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Cyberpunk 2077 and Split Fiction are third-party launch titles for Nintendo Switch 2
Hitman, Elden Ring and EA Sports FC are also confirmed to arrive on day one.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Cyberpunk 2077 Confirmed For Nintendo Switch 2 As A Launch Title
CD Projekt Red's popular RPG is expanding to Switch 2 soon.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is a Launch Title For Nintendo Switch 2
The Ultimate Edition will include the base game as well as the critically-acclaimed expansion Phantom Liberty featuring Idris Elba.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Deltarune Chapter 3 and 4 Debut Announced For Nintendo Switch 2
Deltarune finally continues in June with Chapters 3 and 4.
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Donkey Kong Bananza Announced for Nintendo Switch 2
He's back!
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Drag x Drive Harnesses the Switch 2's Mouse Functionality in 3v3 Basketball
Play as competitors in wheelchairs and move around the court with the Joy-Con 2's mouse to score points, slam dunk, and more.
April 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Out in 2025
The Switch 2 release of Elden Ring might end up being a definitive release that also includes the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.
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Elden Ring, Cyberpunk 2077, Hades 2 And More Confirmed For Nintendo Switch 2
Today's Nintendo Switch 2 presentation was a wave of new information about Nintendo's hotly anticipated console, and some of the first-party Nintendo games that will be available on the console either at launch, or later this year.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Every Switch 2 game revealed in the Nintendo Direct livestream
From 'Elden Ring' to 'Donkey Kong Bananza,' it's a long list.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy Remake Intergrade Confirmed For Switch 2
Price and release date for the Switch 2 version are still unknown.
April 2, 2025 — Source

From Software Announces The Duskbloods, A New RPG Exclusive To Switch 2
From Software has announced a new RPG, The Duskbloods, exclusive to the Switch 2 console.
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GameCube games are coming to Nintendo Switch Online
With the arrival of the Switch 2 comes a slate of new games for Nintendo Switch Online.
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Hades 2 Confirmed For Nintendo Switch 2
The roguelike sequel has been confirmed as a Nintendo Switch 2 title.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Hogwarts Legacy Confirmed For Nintendo Switch 2
The wizarding world will be joining the lineup for Nintendo's next console.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Hollow Knight: Silksong is launching in 2025
It's time to take off our clown makeup.
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How Much Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Games Will Cost And Where to Find Them
Some games, like Breath of the Wild, are getting upgraded versions for the new console called Nintendo Switch 2 Editions.
April 2, 2025 — Source

How to Preorder the Nintendo Switch 2
Hop on the Nintendo Switch 2 preorder train before a scalper tries to take your place.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Announced for Nintendo Switch 2
The Tears of the Kingdom prequel we didn't know we were waiting for.
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Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment tackles Zelda's role during Tears of the Kingdom
As part of the third-party lineup of titles coming to Switch 2 during today's Direct, Nintendo announced that Koei Tecmo will be developing a new Hyrule Warriors game for the console. As many expected while playing through Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the newest game would tackle the Imprisoning War that Zelda had the unfortunate luck to be a part of. In a way, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment acts as a side story to Tears of the Kingdom.
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Industry veterans launch new indie publisher The CoLab
"Our goal is to make every developer who joins The CoLab an integral part of our collective, fostering a supportive environment"
April 2, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Riders is a Switch 2 racing game from Masahiro Sakurai
The Kirby and Super Smash Bros. creator returns with his first game in seven years.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Kirby Air Ride sequel coming to Switch 2 in 2025, Masahiro Sakurai to direct
A highlight for many from today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct was the long-awaited confirmation of GameCube titles coming to the Switch Online subscription. More surprising, then, would be the reveal of a full sequel to a GameCube gem much later in the presentation.
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Mario Kart Goes Open-World With Mario Kart World
It's the first game officially announced for the Switch 2.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Mario Kart World launches exclusively with the Nintendo Switch 2
Mario Kart gets the open-world treatment.
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Mario Kart World headed to Switch 2 with 24-player races and an $80 price tag
It arrives alongside the new Nintendo console on June 5.
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Mario Kart World Nintendo Direct coming April 17th
Nintendo saw fit to kick off today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct with a brand-new Mario Kart! Even in an hour-long presentation there was no time to slow down and take in everything Mario Kart World had to share. That's why it was almost a relief when it was announced a dedicated Direct is scheduled to dive deeper into the new racing adventure.
April 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Will Run At 4K@60 FPS on Nintendo Switch 2 in Quality Mode; Display Modes Detailed
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is getting significantly upgraded on Nintendo Switch 2, with support for two different display modes supporting high resolution and framerates.
April 2, 2025 — Source

New James Bond Game And Hitman Coming To Switch 2
IO Interactive is bringing multiple games to the Switch 2.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Announces Drag X Drive, A Switch 2 Game That Relies On Mouse Controls
Drag x Drive will put your skills, and the Joy-Con 2's mouse controls, to the test.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Announces Game Sharing For All Switch Consoles
GameShare allows multiple people on a local network to play the same game, even if only one person has a copy.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo announces 'Hollow Knight: Silksong' for Switch 2
It's been six long years.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Announces Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment, Leads Into Tears Of The Kingdom
A new Warriors game set during the Imprisonment War, coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in winter.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo announces 'Mario Kart World' during Switch 2 stream
Start your engines, we're going off-road!
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Announces Switch 2 Welcome Tour, A Paid Game That Explains The New Console Features
Switch 2 Welcome Tour will be a digital-only game, available on launch day.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo brings GameChat live chatting to the Switch 2
They finally did it.
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Nintendo confirms 22 third-party games for Switch 2 including Cyberpunk 2077
During today's Nintendo Direct, a few first-party exclusives were confirmed for the Switch 2, but there was a much bigger wave of third-party games announced. From promising indie titles to massive AAA ports of next-gen titles, we've rounded up all 22 third-party games announced for the Switch 2 so far.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 Joy-Cons Have Mouse-Like Functionality
The new feature has big potential for bringing PC games to the platform.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo drops surprise FromSoftware game 'The Duskbloods'
So... Bloodborne 2?
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo goes in-depth on Switch 2 backward compatibility
By and large, last-gen games will run smoothly on the Switch 2 — but there are some exceptions.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo just added sat nav to 'The Legend of Zelda'
I need this immediately.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Is Taking on Scalpers With a Genius Switch 2 Purchase Rule
Want to be the first in line to grab a Nintendo Switch 2? I found all of the rules you need to follow.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo is upgrading the Switch's best Zelda games with Switch 2 Editions
Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom are both getting upgrades for smoother gameplay, higher resolution, and HDR support.
April 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo reveals first games to get paid 'Switch 2 Edition' upgrades
Nintendo has confirmed the first six first-party Switch games to get upgrades for the Nintendo Switch 2. This includes new upgrades for both The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and its sequel, Tears of the Kingdom, as well as still upcoming titles like Metroid Prime 4 and Pokemon Legends Z-A.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Reveals What The Switch 2 Could Have Been Called
Nintendo considered many options before landing on Switch 2.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo schedules Treehouse streams to showcase Switch 2 in-depth
Nintendo has announced a double feature of Treehouse Live sessions scheduled for later this week, offering fans an extended look at upcoming Switch 2 gameplay. While the duration of each presentation remains undisclosed, Nintendo has confirmed that both will showcase "hands-on gameplay of Nintendo Switch 2 games", providing a more detailed look at the software library for the upcoming Nintendo console.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 -- GameCube Games Are Coming to Online Subscription Service
The collection will kick things off with The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, Soul Calibur 2, and F-Zero GX. More titles to come.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 -- New C Button is Used for Game Chat for Voice, Video and Gameplay Streaming
There will also be a Switch 2 camera that can be used for video chat through the Switch 2's new Game Chat available at console launch.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Camera Accessory Revealed, Releases Same Day As Console
The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera allows you to video chat with your friends and bring yourself into a variety of games.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Direct: Everything Announced
The day has finally arrived!
April 2, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Finally Implements a Real, Normal Voice Chat Feature With Its New C Button
A first look was shown during today's Nintendo Direct.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Game Cards Are Faster And A Different Color Than Switch 1
Nintendo shared a closer look at the new kinds of game cards its upcoming Switch 2 system will use.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Gets Upgraded Red Game Cards and MicroSD Express Storage Support
Switching it up.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Is Getting A Kirby Air Ride Sequel
Kirby creator Masahiro Sakurai is directing the Switch 2 racing game Kirby Air Riders.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Is Official: Bigger, Faster, Cooler And Way More Storage
As expected, Nintendo provided a fuller reveal of its upcoming Switch 2 console during a special Nintendo Direct livestream event today. The hour-long event offered up additional details that were not disclosed during an earlier showcase trailer, including bits about the hardware design, special capabilities, pricing, preorder and release dates, and a whole host of games (which we'll cover in a separate article). Lets dive in.
April 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Two-Packs Will Cost $90
You can also pick up a Charging Grip, Joy-Con 2 Wheel, and two premium carrying cases.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup: Every game we predict will be available at launch
Some of these are easy guesses, but a lot of them are not.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Launches June 5 For $450
The Switch 2 will launch this June for more than $100 more than the original console.
April 2, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Launches on June 5th -- 4K, Mouse Support, 7.8 Inch Screen, and More Revealed
Nintendo's upcoming console supports up to 120 FPS on supported titles, 256 GB of internal storage, HDR, and so much more.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Game Officially Revealed as Mario Kart World
And it's...open world?!
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 out June 5 featuring 120FPS LCD display and 256GB storage
Eight years after the launch of the massively successful hybrid console, the Switch, Nintendo is bringing out a sequel to the masses in just a couple of months. Following the announcement of the Switch 2 earlier this year, today Nintendo hosted its latest Direct showcase with a closer look at the upcoming console, plus details about its launch plans.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders: Release date, prices, delays and everything else you need to know
The new console will be widely available starting June 5, but U.S. pre-orders remain delayed.
April 2, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Has Remappable Back Buttons
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller adds a new C button and two back buttons.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 revealed: Specs, pricing, release date, and more official details
Here's everything Nintendo announced during today's Switch 2 reveal.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 specs: 1080p 120Hz display, 4K dock, mouse mode, and more
Finally, some specs.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Specs Include Support For HDR, 4K, And 120FPS
The veil has been lifted on the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Supports 120fps, Up to 4K Resolution Docked
Bigger than before!
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 to launch with GameCube games via Nintendo Switch Online
This morning's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct revealed that GameCube classics will be heading to the Switch 2 through its Nintendo Switch Online subscription service.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Unveiled: Release Date, Official Specs, Games, and More
The long-awaited console features a 1080p display, a new game-sharing mechanism, and a host of new and upgraded titles.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Packs Announced for Switch Games, Will Include Enhanced Visuals and Additional Content
The Nintendo Switch 2 release of Metroid Prime 4 will also feature a new control mode, as well as the choice for 4K/60 FPS or 1080p/120 FPS.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 versus Switch 1: Every Detail Compared
The Nintendo Switch 2's official specs aren't too different, but the new console has a lot of upgrades on the original Switch.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour is a Paid Game Showcasing the Console's New Features
The Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour will be available to purchase digitally when the console hits store shelves on June 5.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Will Be a Paid Tour of Your New Nintendo Switch 2
A guided tour of your Switch 2, for a price.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Will Get Upgraded Original Switch Games, Including Metroid Prime 4 And Pokemon Legends
Nintendo Switch games will receive a variety of new features on the upcoming console, but you'll have to pay for them.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 will release June 5 priced at $449 with 4K support in docked mode, mouse functionality, and a Chat button
Nintendo has pulled the wraps of the Switch 2 in a Direct livestream.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2: Every Reveal About the Console, New Games, Price, Release Date
The $450 console launches June 5, with Mario Kart World the highlight of its launch day game lineup.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2: Release date, price, new Switch games and everything else you need to know
The console arrives on June 5, and a new Mario Kart game will be out the same day.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2: What We Didn't Get During Nintendo Direct 2025
Commentary: From Mario and Zelda, to more crucial info on the console, here's everything Nintendo missed out of its Direct presentation.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2's C Button Is All About Video And Voice Chat
At long last, one of the most enduring mysteries surrounding the Switch 2 has been solved
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Con Controllers Officially Have Mouse Functionality — Here's What They Can Do
Ch-ch-ch-changes.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2's New GameShare Feature Lets You Temporarily Play Your Games With Other People
Feature also lets players share one copy of a game online, too.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch Games Can Now be Temporarily Shared Locally Through GameShare
The feature allows players to play local multiplayer games locally by allowing a game to be shared with up to three other players.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch Online, Explained: How Much Does a Subscription Cost?
Breaking down NSO.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo to unveil upgrade to best-selling Switch console
Japanese video game giant Nintendo is set to unveil the new version of its hugely popular Switch console on Wednesday, with the update eagerly awaited by both gamers and investors.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's megahit Switch console: what to know
Gaming giant Nintendo is set to unveil the successor to its phenomenally popular Switch console on Wednesday.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Switch 2 preorder process has strict requirements to thwart scalpers
You can purchase a Switch 2 directly from Nintendo, but only if you have at least 50 hours of gameplay on the original console.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Some Nintendo Switch Games Are Getting Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrades, Including Breath of the Wild and Metroid Prime 4
Now in HDR.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Some of the best GameCube classics are coming to Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack will be carrying forward to the Switch 2 console, and those picking up Nintendo's next-gen console will get brand new benefits -- starting with a wave of GameCube classics.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Split Fiction Confirmed For Switch 2 As A Launch Title
Hazelight's co-op game is coming to Switch 2.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Street Fighter 6 coming to Switch 2 with three new amiibo figures and cards
Capcom has revealed that all 22 amiibo cards will be sold together in a single bundle, dubbed the "Starter Set." This suggests there could be even more Street Fighter amiibo cards released in the future!
April 2, 2025 — Source

Super Smash Bros. director's Kirby Air Riders will come to the Switch 2
It follows 2003's Kirby Air Ride for the GameCube.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Release Date Confirmed During Nintendo Direct
Not long to wait.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Upgrades Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild And Tears Of The Kingdom Revealed
They come with a new Zelda Notes feature via the Nintendo Switch app.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Will Get GameCube Games Through Nintendo Switch Online, New GameCube Controller
The GameCube titles coming to Switch 2 include Wind Waker, Soulcalibur 2, and F-Zero GX with online play.
April 2, 2025 — Source

The 26 best Nintendo Switch games in 2025
A guide on the best Switch games to play, from A to Z trigger.
April 2, 2025 — Source

The Duskbloods Is New FromSoftware Gaming Action Coming to Switch 2 in 2026
Talk about a surprise for the new Switch.
April 2, 2025 — Source

The internet reacts to Nintendo's new Switch 2, 'Mario Kart World'
A huge day for gamers.
April 2, 2025 — Source

The Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild And Tears Of The Kingdom Getting Upgraded Nintendo Switch 2 Versions
These new upgraded versions will be classified as the "Nintendo Switch 2 Editions" of each game, and if you already own either game, or any of the games that are getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, you'll be able to get the new version by purchasing an upgrade pack.
April 2, 2025 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 has a camera accessory for video chats
The Switch 2 Camera will let you see your friends while you play games.
April 2, 2025 — Source

The Switch 2's Joy-Cons can double as mouse-like controllers
Wii and PC ports might be a go.
April 2, 2025 — Source

The Switch 2's Pro Controller adds customizable rear buttons
The next-generation Switch 2 Pro controller has arrived.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Why the Nintendo Switch 2 Will Redefine Gaming in 2025
The Nintendo Switch 2 is poised to transform the gaming landscape when it launches in 2025. Combining advanced hardware, innovative features, and a thoughtfully curated game lineup, this next-generation console is designed to elevate your gaming experience. With a redesigned controller, backward compatibility, and support for retro games, the Switch 2 aims to seamlessly blend innovative technology with nostalgic appeal, making sure it caters to both new and long-time fans of Nintendo.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Yakuza 0: Director's Cut announced for Switch 2
During a string of third-party announcements for Nintendo Switch 2 April Direct, Sega casually announced that Yakuza 0: Director's Cut would be coming to the platform. While most people likely know what Yakuza 0 is (its US release is eight years old now), it's interesting to see the "Director's Cut" subtitle added to the game. Seeing as how the game's director, Kazuki Hosokawa, left Sega with series creator Toshihiro Nagoshi in 2021, I think the title is misleading.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 31st, 2025

Amazon Has Restocked Loads Of Pokemon TCG Elite Trainer Boxes Again
Journey Together ETB is also going in and out of stock.
March 31, 2025 — Source

CRKD Introduces the NEO S LINKIN PARK Edition Controller
CRKD, the premium collectible gaming brand behind the award-winning Nitro Deck and NEO S collectible controllers, announced today the NEO S LINKIN PARK Edition, a licensed, special edition NEO S controller, designed for use with Fortnite Festival and other rhythm-based games.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Eidos Montreal lays off 75 staff
"It is not a reflection of their dedication or skills, but we don't have the capacity to reallocate them," the company said
March 31, 2025 — Source

Exactly how Nintendo can avoid Joy-Con drift in Switch 2
The problems that plagued the original Switch don't have to be repeated.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Every Disney Game on the Nintendo Switch in 2025
Where to find Disney on your favorite handheld.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 updates: Release date, price, new games and everything else you need to know
The next-generation handheld will cost $450 and be available on June 5.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Official Final Fantasy 9 25th Anniversary Website Set Tongues Wagging on Potential Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Remake Reveal
Dagger to the heart.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Square-Enix Celebrates Final Fantasy IX's 25th Anniversary with New Merch and Site
It's hard to believe Final Fantasy IX is turning 25 on July 7th. I still remember playing it on my beat-up PlayStation 1, with a disk tray so finicky I had to weigh it down just to get the game to load. But I played it anyway—and I'm so glad I did. Now, to celebrate 25 incredible years of this beloved classic, Square-Enix has launched a brand-new anniversary website, featuring upcoming merch, fresh news, and a gorgeous new logo marking the occasion.
March 31, 2025 — Source

The best Nintendo Switch controllers for 2025
You don't have to settle for faulty Joy-Cons.
March 31, 2025 — Source

The Legend of Zelda film will in fact be an entire trilogy, claims insider
Following an official announcement quite a while ago, Nintendo finally offered fans their first details on the currently-in-development Legend of Zelda film. Said to be coming in 2027, new reports have claimed that the company's ambitions are much larger than expected -- with an entire Zelda trilogy reportedly in the works.
March 31, 2025 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 will reportedly release in June
While Nintendo has not yet announced a release date for the Switch 2 console, a new leak indicates that we'll be getting that news very soon, as pre-orders are due to go live in April.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 28th, 2025

Mario Kart 9 Might Not be a "Slam Dunk" Switch 2 Release -- Former Nintendo PR Managers
Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang spoke about the massive success of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and how a sequel may not reach similar numbers.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Already Used Its News App to Drop Date of Zelda Movie
This explains why the company released the Nintendo Today app on Thursday.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo announces new lending feature for digital games
Digital games will become Virtual Game Cards, can be lended to Nintendo Account family group members
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Introduces Virtual Game Cards to Help Manage Digital Copies of Purchased Games
Through Virtual Game Cards, players can "load", "eject", and even share their digital games with other Nintendo Switch consoles.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo launches Nintendo Today app on smart devices
Firm will use app to provide news and updates directly to consumers
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Design Registration Provides New Look At The System's Design and More
A Nintendo Switch 2 design registration went live this week, complete with some illustrations that provide another look at the system launching later this year worldwide.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Controller C Button Will Allow System to Connect to the Original Switch to Use as Second Screen -- Rumor
The function of the Nintendo Switch 2 new Joy-Con controller C button has yet to be officially revealed, but there's the chance that we will get to celebrate the unexpected return of the Wii U console when it will, according to rumors circulating online.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Mystery Button Revealed... Kind Of
What does the C stand for?
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2's Biggest Unknown Piece: The Weird Stuff
When it comes to whatever Nintendo might announce tomorrow, expect the unexpected.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo teases upgraded 'Switch 2 Edition' games
Yesterday, Nintendo announced a major shake-up to the way it handles digital games with the Switch Virtual Card system, which allows players to share their digital games with friends and family -- within a set of limitations. Now that the FAQ page for this is now live, fans have spotted a big hint towards how Nintendo will handle the transition from Switch 1 to Switch 2.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Uses Its New App to Announce the Release Date of The Live-Action the Legend of Zelda Movie
Tri harder.
March 28, 2025 — Source

The Legend of Zelda movie hits theaters on March 26, 2027
Nintendo just announced the release date on its new Today! app.
March 28, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 24th, 2025

A long-lost NES version of Populous was just uncovered
It's always fascinating when someone uncovers a long-lost prototype or port of a popular game to an older platform. As spotted by Time Extension this morning, the archivists over at "Games That Weren't" recently discovered the lost prototype of Peter Molyneux's Populous for the NES.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Nintendo has reportedly filed a patent for something similar to Square Enix's HD-2D
In a bit of interesting news today, it appears as if Nintendo has filed a patent for something very similar to what Square Enix has dubbed its "HD-2D" line of remakes. As spotted by Universo Nintendo (and translated by Go Nintendo), Nintendo recently filed a patent under the ridiculously long name of "Non-Transitory Computer-Readable Storage Medium Having Game Program Stored Therein, Game System, Game Processing Method, and Game Apparatus."
March 24, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5 Will Get a Lot More Xbox Games in 2025
Multiple Xbox games will hit the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 consoles this year besides those that have already been announced, according to a new report shared online today.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Over 5 million units of Chrono Trigger sold just in time for game's 30th anniversary
There are lots of video games out there that die-hard fans would say are truly timeless. When looking at such games, often RPGs stand out as having aged the best of any classic titles. The genre is not only very popular to this day, but is very easy to grasp while still allowing for depth and nuance. One of the best examples of this is the cult classic Chrono Trigger, which despite having turned 30 years old this month, is still going strong.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Overclocked Nintendo Switch Can Run Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Skyrim and Other Titles at Averages Well Above 60 FPS, New Video Highlights
Though not at stock settings, even with its dated hardware, the Nintendo Switch is more than capable of pushing higher than 60 FPS averages, even in some demanding games.
March 24, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Palworld communications director isn't ruling out a possible port of the game to Switch 2
When Palworld blew up last year, one of the most common comparisons that fans made was to Nintendo's Pokemon series. While there has been controversy regarding potentially stolen assets from Nintendo's series and its developer, Pocketpair, is currently embroiled in a lawsuit with Nintendo over such a thing, it seems the developer isn't ruling out a potential port to Switch 2. All of that depends on whether or not the console is "beefy enough."
March 24, 2025 — Source

Palworld Could Come To Switch 2 If The System Is "Beefy Enough"
As of yet, however, Palworld's developer has not seen the Switch 2's specs.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Palworld Developer Will Bring Game to Switch 2 if Console is Powerful Enough -- Communications Director
Pocketpair seems to have not gotten its hands on the development hardware yet, so it doesn't know if a Switch 2 port is even possible.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG: Destined Rivals Preorder Guide -- Release Date, Where to Buy, and What's Included
I want Cynthia's Garchomp ex more than I want inner peace.
March 24, 2025 — Source

ShadPS4 PlayStation 4 Emulator Version 0.7.0 Is Now Available for Download; Adds AMD FSR, HDR Support and More
A new version of the ShadPS4 PlayStation 4 emulator is now available for download, introducing some welcome new features and quality-of-life improvements.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Pokemon GO Raid Hour for Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokemon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed and rescheduled to evenings (typically, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. your local time).
March 24, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG: Destined Rivals Drops May 30th Featuring Giovanni's Mewtwo & Ethan's Ho-Oh
Here we go again—The Pokemon Company has officially announced its latest expansion: Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals, set to release on May 30th. But with the hype around the theme and the ever-frenzied state of the Pokemon TCG scene, don't expect these cards to stay on shelves for long.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 21st, 2025

Amazon Is Having a Massive Resurge in Pokemon TCG Stock, Uses International Resources to Tackle Shortage
Catch 'em all for the first time in 2025.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Animal Crossing: New Horizons turns five despite feeling like an eternity ago
Acknowledging the anniversary of Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a bit surreal when looking back at its release. To date the title is to also put a firm date on when most people started their experience with lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic. The two are inexplicably linked, for better or worse, and it's one of the only video games I can think of with that sort of fate. Sure, other games came out in 2020 and were even responsible for helping people get through such an unprecedented time, but New Horizons is the only one that allowed people to connect and talk as if the world wasn't falling apart around them.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Pokemon TCG Pocket is getting in on the shiny hype
The Shining Revelry expansion debuts on March 27th.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Shiny Pokemon coming to Pokemon TCG Pocket's next expansion, Shining Revelry
It's time for another expansion in Pokemon TCG Pocket, and the best part? Unlike physical cards, these can't sell out or get snatched up by scalpers! The newest set, Shining Revelry, is bringing Shiny Pokemon to TCG Pocket for the very first time.
March 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video or Source or Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 17th, 2025

New Qualcomm Snapdragon G Series chips will power upcoming handhelds — One looks like a Nintendo Switch that can turn into a DS
Snapdragon G1 Gen 2, G2 Gen 2, and the flagship G3 Gen 3 have been announced for new portable gaming devices.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Updated Patent Further Details AI Upscaling; Metroid Prime 4: Beyond True Unveiling At The Switch 2 Direct Will Blow Everything Else Out of the Water
A Nintendo Switch 2 patent that was updated a few days ago provides additional details on AI-powered upscaling, strongly indicating that the system will indeed support the technology in some capacity.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Director Was Previously CG Director on Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Pokemon Legends: Z-A won a Famitsu award for being the most anticipated game in 2025 over titles like GTA 6 and Death Stranding 2.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Star Wars Hunters Announces Shut Down Just 9 Months After Launch, Steam Release Appears Scrapped
I fear something terrible has happened.
March 17, 2025 — Source

The OneXSugar asks: what if Nintendo Switch could transform into Nintendo DS?
This time, Qualcomm's new Snapdragon G handheld gaming chips have attractive new devices to come with.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Why New Nintendo Filings Are Getting GameCube Fans Excited for Switch 2
C-Stick it right here.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition -- Everything You Need to Know
The Definitive Edition will smoothen out the rough spots in Xenoblade Chronicles X for a much more approachable experience.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 14th, 2025

Nintendo Has Shipped Almost 400,000 Switch 2 Consoles to US and Canada -- Rumour
The shipments are expected to have happened already to allow Nintendo to avoid stock shortages that often accompany console launches.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 could be priced at an eye-popping $500
Much pricier than the $300 first-gen Switch
March 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo Switch 2 expected to launch in June at $399
We're still waiting for Nintendo to share more details about its launch plans for the Switch 2. However, analysts are already laying the groundwork for what to expect. Based on the latest reports, the Switch 2 will be landing this summer, with a price tag in the $400 range.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Will Have Slower Adoption; Game Pass to Reach 50 Million Subs in 2025, Says SuperData Founder
The Nintendo Switch 2 will be fully unveiled soon, with the special Direct show scheduled for April 2 and subsequent public hands-on events taking place all over the world. The rumor is that it might launch as soon as this June, which seems all the more likely after the news that nearly 400K units were shipped to North America in the month of January alone.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Will Sell Loads of Switch 2 Consoles at Launch 'Regardless of Price,' Analysts Predict, June Release Date Once Again Mentioned
Jumping for joy.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 Won't Sell As Well As Original Due In Part To Backward Compatibility - Analyst
The Switch 2 having only "modest technical improvements" and backwards compatibility could negatively impact sales, one analyst believes.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Switch 2's Higher Chip Price Could Make System $500, Analyst Says
"I wouldn't be surprised if Nintendo goes ahead with $499."
March 14, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 13th, 2025

8BitDo Introduces 64 Bluetooth Controller
The 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller revives the iconic N64 layout, but wrapped in an ergonomic, updated body. A precision hall-effect joystick with the original gate and signature concave rubber joystick cap. Say goodbye to the infamous loose joysticks. We're bringing back the signature C-buttons, A/B and Start—with the button sizes, positioning and feel just like the original.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 12th, 2025

Pokemon Go Dev Moves to Reassure Players After $3.5 Billion Sale to Monopoly Go! Company Is Confirmed
"I won't say that Pokemon Go will remain the same..."
March 12, 2025 — Source or Source or Source or Source

Scopely set to acquire Niantic's entire gaming division, including Pokemon GO
After rumors began circulating last month, it has now become official: Scopely will acquire the entirety of Niantic's gaming division for a historic $3.5 billion. Scopely will now control some of the most popular mobile games around, including Pokemon GO, Monster Hunter Now, and companion apps such as Campfire and Wayfarer. In a joint statement released to the press, studio leaders Kei Kawai and Ed Wu from Niantic talked up the deal as being the right move for them and their teams.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 11th, 2025

Nintendo and LEGO officially unveil new Mario Kart mega kit
It appears that the rumors were true. Nintendo and Lego both made a joint announcement yesterday that the "Mario Kart -- Mario & Standard Kart" kit is, in fact, the next addition to the Lego Super Mario range for Adults. While the rumors were accurate about how many pieces this set would include, which is a whopping 1972, it did get the price and release date wrong.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 features confirmed in new filing
Small but mighty upgrades to the popular console.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Super Mario Bros. 3 tracks added to Nintendo Music
In honor of MAR10 Day, Nintendo Music has updated to add the soundtrack of Super Mario Bros 3!
March 11, 2025 — Source

Zelda: Ocarina of Time Stunning Unreal Engine 5.5 Zora River Demo is Now Available For Download
A new stunning demo of the Zelda: Ocarina of Time fanmade remake powered by Unreal Engine 5 in development by CryZENx is now available for download, allowing fans of the game to experience a small portion of the classic game like they never did before.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 10th, 2025

1,972-Piece Lego Mario Kart Display Model Revealed On Mario Day
Mario Kart: Mario & Standard Kart releases May 15 and is available to preorder now for $170.
March 10, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 -- New Patent Indicates OS-Level Integration for Voice Chat
Nintendo Switch 2 might leave behind the reliance on a smartphone app for its players to use voice chat in multiplayer games.
March 10, 2025 — Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Filings Reveal NFC Support, Suggesting Amiibo Will Work With It
Figures.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Splatoon manga app arriving on Switch in Japan this March 13th
Splatoon has quickly become one of Nintendo's most popular franchises, with three games being released so far, a plethora of merchandise and collabs under its belt, and numerous mangas available to the masses over the years. Nintendo of Japan has now revealed that a new app featuring the Splatoon manga will be available on March 13th!
March 10, 2025 — Source

Switch 2 confirmed to feature WIFI-6, NFC support and more
Back in January after years of leaks, rumours and speculation, the Switch 2 was officially unveiled. That said, we still know relatively little about Nintendo's upcoming sequel system. Ahead of the promised April Direct, new details on the Switch 2's hardware has been revealed, including its support for WIFI-6, NFC and more.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 8th, 2025

You can now play Donkey Kong '94 through Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo just added the Game Boy classic along with Mario's Picross.
March 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — February 28th, 2025

9to5Mac Daily: February 28, 2025 -- Folding iPhone rumors, encryption pushback
The biggest problem with a folding iPhone has been solved -- report. iPhone 17 Pro again rumored to feature 12GB RAM for better AI. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard suggests UK broke agreement in secretly asking Apple to build iCloud backdoor.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo of Japan announces title will be removed from NSO library, first time since launch
Update: Nintendo of America and Nintendo or Europe have also confirmed it will be removing Super Soccer from the Nintendo Switch Online catalog on March 28th.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Will Delist A Switch Online Game For The First Time, But Only In One Region
Nintendo will delist the Super Famicom game Super Formation Soccer from NSO later in March, a first for the service.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Botanical Easter 2025 merch revealed for Japan Pokemon Center
Springtime is peeking around the corner and we're eagerly awaiting those warmer, more colorful days. As the season of blooms and sunny skies approaches, so do familiar holidays and releases around the world — one being the long-running, annual line of lovely pocket monster goods themed to florals over at the Pokemon Centers in Japan. And let me tell you, this year's motif does not disappoint! Titled "Pokemon Botanical Easter," this year, Pikachu is joined by the likes of Espeon, Sprigatito, Wigglytuff, and quite a few others to bring fans a very festive season filled with flowers, ribbons, and lots of pastels (all my personal favorites).
February 28, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Champions -- Former World Champion is Excited for Upcoming Multiplayer Title
Pokemon Champions is an upcoming multiplayer-focused title coming to the Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android that might shake things up.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Pokemon Fans Are Hoping Legends: Z-A Will Bring a Certain Elemental Monkey Trio to Nintendo Switch at Last
A complete PokeDex at last.
February 28, 2025 — Source

The best Nintendo Switch controllers to buy right now
Our picks include official pro-style controllers and Joy-Con alternatives, along with a dongle for connecting Xbox and PlayStation gamepads.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — February 18th, 2025

Impressive fan-made Switch 2 detachable accessory animation shows what the future could hold
Reddit user r/JardDog did some impressive heavy lifting for the r/NintendoSwitch2 subreddit. An animation they've created of a pair of detachable accessory concepts for the upcoming console has amassed over 3,700 upvotes. It's understandable why — The graphics and manipulation of the Switch 2's shell and Joy-Con flipping and spinning is high quality stuff.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Drops Gold Points, Switch Game Vouchers for Switch 2
Looks like Nintendo is prepping for the release of its next big console by ending some popular Switch perks.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Is Discontinuing Gold Points Rewards Program Ahead Of Switch 2 Launch
As of March 25, you'll no longer earn Gold Points when you buy games from the Switch eShop.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Music gets a selection of 3DS Street Pass tunes
Without much fanfare, which is pretty typical of Nintendo these days, the Nintendo Music app has received the entire album of 3DS Street Pass songs. Released sometime last night, you can relive memories of heading to conventions and furiously checking your Street Pass plaza for new puzzle pieces or visits from VIPs in the games industry.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers won't apply to Switch 2 games
Nintendo has revealed that any game vouchers that are bought during the Switch's lifecycle will not work on Nintendo Switch 2 first-party titles.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Xbox Showcases Will Now Have PlayStation And Nintendo Logos
Microsoft's multiplatform initiative takes another step.
February 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — February 17th, 2025

Atari alumni Chuck E. Cheese to debut new mall arcade concept Chuck's Arcade utilizing retro '80s imagery
It's probably been a minute since most of us have visited a Chuck E. Cheese's. If you're a parent, it's a no-brainer. It's practically the birthday party mecca. However, gamers most likely don't frequent a CEC as a hangout spot or seriously think about it as an arcade. What makes this so fascinating is a single fact: Chuck E. Cheese is the largest operator of arcades in the world, having almost 50,000 games to their name. It was after all founded by Nolan Bushnell, creator of Atari. So it makes sense that they'd want to embrace this status further, right?
February 17, 2025 — Source

Blindfolded Mario 64 Speedrunner Seconds Away From Heartbreak With Invalid Record-Pace Attempt
You'll never see it coming.
February 17, 2025 — Source

French soccer player Antoine Griezmann traded his jersey for Pokemon cards after a match
While most know Pokemon for the video games themselves, the franchise as a whole has a far greater reach. This includes the vastly popular Pokemon Trading Card Game, which has been around for nearly 30 years now. The collection potential has made the TCG immensely popular over the years, some might even say too popular in the past several years. With sets selling out almost instantaneously, enthusiasts have had to get creative to keep up with their collections, and that even includes exchanging one of a kind sports memorabilia for them.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Hideki Kamiya wants Virtual Console to make a return on the Switch 2... but should it?
The vast umbrella that is Nintendo has been around for a long time, with decades of history under its belt. Of course, where there's history, there's lost history, and there are many older titles and IPs which have been left to the wayside over the years. Fortunately, starting with the Wii, Nintendo came up with a nice solution to this problem in the form of the Virtual Console. Virtual Console allowed users to purchase classic titles that would otherwise be largely inaccessible and emulate them natively on their more modern hardware. It was a great system, which is why many lament its loss, as it did not return on the Nintendo Switch.
February 17, 2025 — Source

'I Know It's Not What Everybody Else Is Doing' — Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Will Keep on Putting PlayStation and Nintendo Logos in Microsoft Showcases
"People should know the storefronts where they can get our games."
February 17, 2025 — Source

Nintendo's Recent Patent Applications Are Routine for a Company -- Patent Attorney
The recent applications were noted as standard operating procedure, with some of Nintendo's patents for in-game mounts rejected.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Pokemon GO Raid Hour for Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokemon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed and rescheduled to evenings (typically, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. your local time).
February 17, 2025 — Source