Gaming — Nintendo — August 13th, 2026

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave -- The Final Preview
The 18th mainline Fire Emblem is nearly upon us. These are our hands-on impressions after the first few hours.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Hands-On Impressions -- An Ambitious Campaign, but will it Conquer Fans' Hearts?
Nintendo is usually pretty good at keeping followers of their various IPs on the same page, but the fanbase for the Fire Emblem franchise is unusually fractious. It's hard to find agreement about what the best game in the series is, with there being a particular friction between fans of 2019's Fire Emblem: Three Houses, with its unique combat mechanics and greater focus on between-battle extracurriculars, and the more traditional Fire Emblems that take a more combat-focused, tactical approach.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

'Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave' feels like the true follow-up to 'Three Houses'
Featuring one very mean and cool woman.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo finally brings Super Mario Sunshine to Switch 2
Nintendo has finally announced that Super Mario Sunshine is joining the Nintendo Switch Online GameCube Classics collection on Switch 2. The title was originally confirmed for the service well over a year ago, making this one of the slowest additions from the first wave of announced GameCube games.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Is Pulling The Plug On One Of The Best Ways To Get Rare Pokemon
Pokemon fans are losing a secret weapon for finding rare Pocket monsters.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Now Warning In-Store Customers of Switch 2 Price Hike, With Just Over 2 Weeks to Go Until Cost Increases
Nintendo has begun displaying in-store warnings of its impending Switch 2 price increase.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Pearl Abyss Is Shifting Personnel from Crimson Desert to DokeV, Planning Demos Next Year and a Launch in 2H 2028
While developer Pearl Abyss is certainly very happy about the commercial success of Crimson Desert and has further plans for it, including an imminent DLC and a Nintendo Switch 2 port, the studio has also begun shifting personnel to DokeV, its next big release.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Is Finally Burning The Bridge Between Old And New Generations
After a decade of support, the series is cutting off the means to bring monsters from old games to new ones
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Update Coming This October, as Ruby and Sapphire Speculation Swirls
Nintendo Switch versions of Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen will be updated with Pokemon Home support this fall, as speculation mounts that Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald ports are also on the way.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

There's Never Been a Better Time to Log Into Pokemon Go, as the Game Gives Away a Perfect Stat Mewtwo and Master Ball
Following widely-criticized New York event.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 12th, 2026

Fanmade Spotify3DS app transforms the Nintendo 3DS into a Spotify remote
A Nintendo 3DS modder has made an application that lets players use the handheld to control Spotify on PC and mobile devices.
August 12th, 2026 — Source

Limited Edition Zelda-themed Switch 2 console has leaked online
Though the practice may have subsided somewhat in recent years, Nintendo is known for releasing various themed versions of its consoles based on the company's wide suite of popular IPs. Following recent reports that the console maker is working on a limited edition The Legend of Zelda themed Switch 2 -- photos of the product in question have now leaked online.
August 12th, 2026 — Source

Modder converts Fisher-Price children's toy into a working Game Boy Color
A talented DIY enthusiast has transformed a popular children's toy into a fully functional Game Boy Color.
August 12th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo's Zelda 40Th Edition Plans Leaked: Scheduled for April 2027
Recent leaks have sparked excitement among fans of The Legend of Zelda, hinting at Nintendo's potential plans for the franchise's 40th anniversary. According to RGT 85, the leaks suggest the release of a special edition Nintendo Switch 2 and a Pro Controller, both adorned with intricate Zelda-themed designs. The hardware features a striking black and gold color scheme, with green accents and Triforce symbols that pay homage to the series' legacy. While the authenticity of these leaks has yet to be confirmed, the designs align with Nintendo's history of commemorative releases, making this disclosure particularly intriguing for collectors and fans alike.
August 12th, 2026 — Source

Pearl Abyss Q2 earnings decline as impact of Crimson Desert's launch period subsides
Switch 2 port of Crimson Desert has reached a "playable baseline", expected to launch in first half of 2027
August 12th, 2026 — Source

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered to Get Optimizations Based on Nintendo Switch 2 Release
The studio took to social media to acknowledge that players have been asking for more updates to fix issues with Oblivion Remastered.
August 12th, 2026 — Source

The Oblivion Remaster On Switch 2 Is Better Than Expected And Fans Are Angry
Many players want Bethesda to update the RPG on PS5 and Xbox following the release of the new port
August 12th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 8th, 2026

Mario Kart 64 in VR is not for the queasy
With a headset on, you are the kart.
August 8th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 8th, 2026

Lenovo pulls Legion Go BIOS linked to bricked handhelds
Lenovo pulls Legion Go BIOS update after reports of bricked handhelds, provides no explanation
August 8th, 2026 — Source

ONEXPLAYER 3 Beats ROG Ally X with Intel Arc G3 Extreme
The ONEXPLAYER 3 has emerged as a noteworthy contender in the handheld gaming PC market, blending high-performance components with thoughtful design features. In a detailed breakdown, ETA Prime explores its standout capabilities, including the Intel Arc G3 Extreme CPU and an 8.8-inch OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. These specifications enable smooth gameplay and vibrant visuals, making the device well-suited for both AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and more casual gaming experiences. Its modular design, featuring detachable controllers and a built-in kickstand, further enhances its versatility, catering to a variety of use cases beyond gaming.
August 8th, 2026 — Source

Steam Machine Firmware 108 fixes sleep issues, SteamOS improves MSI Claw and OneXPlayer support
Valve updates Steam Machine firmware, improves MSI Claw and OneXPlayer support
August 8th, 2026 — Source

SteamOS 3.8.25 Beta: Steam Machine Firmware, Handheld Support, and Steam Frame Drivers
Valve has launched the SteamOS 3.8.25 Beta, which includes Steam Machine Firmware 108, essential updates for CPU performance, and expanded gamepad support for various handheld devices. The update also introduces preliminary drivers for the Steam Frame Wireless Adapter, fixes audio issues on Steam Deck OLED units, and enhances desktop mode functionality. However, users should be cautious as the beta version has a known performance regression with FSR that was resolved in the previous stable release, prompting most users to stick with version 3.8.16 unless they require specific improvements. Overall, the update reflects Valve's ongoing commitment to enhance the Steam ecosystem while addressing issues across both Valve and third-party hardware
August 8th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 7th, 2026

A new survey shows the scale of Xbox's fall versus PlayStation and Nintendo in the U.S. — and the scale of the opportunity
New data from Statista Research shows how much Xbox has fallen against PlayStation in the U.S., but also the scale of the opportunity.
August 7th, 2026 — Source

DropReference Launches in the US with PC Part Price Comparison and Gaming Performance Estimates
DropReference, a PC hardware comparison and build-planning platform attracting more than 200,000 unique visitors each month, is officially expanding to the United States. Already established among European PC builders, DropReference allows users to compare PC component prices, create complete gaming PC configurations, check price history, and estimate expected gaming performance before purchasing their hardware. The US launch introduces pricing and availability from American hardware retailers, giving US-based users access to localized offers rather than converted European prices.
August 7th, 2026 — Source

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave -- Everything We Know About Nintendo's Time-Traveling Switch 2 Strategy RPG
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is Nintendo and Intelligent Systems' next mainline entry in the long-running tactical RPG series, the first since 2023's Engage. Revealed as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive in September 2025, the game takes the franchise to the divine Dagdan Empire, where a contest promising one wish to its victor becomes the focal point of a war against the revived demon god Balor.
August 7th, 2026 — Source

Minecraft is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 in October
While there have been a solid number of Nintendo Switch 2 exclusives released since the sequel system's launch, a majority of the console's bread and butter has been in its Switch 2 Editions -- bringing over enhanced versions of older Switch 1 games. Set to join the ever-growing list, Mojang have now announced that Minecraft will be getting its own Switch 2 version in late October.
August 7th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo issues a warning to purchase Nintendo Museum tickets directly from them
In a statement on its official website, Nintendo has reiterated that tickets to the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto, Japan can only be purchased through official channels. Reportedly, people have been acquiring tickets through resale or third-party means, which is prohibited by the museum rules. As a warning to patrons using these methods, Nintendo has stated it will cancel any unauthorized purchases and will not be issuing refunds for shadily acquired tickets. Eligibility to enter the museum in the future will also be put into question.
August 7th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Says Physical Games Still Account for 38.5% of Its Software Sales, Following Sony's Decision to Kill PS5 Discs
Thinking outside the box.
August 7th, 2026 — Source or Source

Square Enix Deploys An Emergency Update To Fix Final Fantasy 14 Loading Times On The Switch 2
Now you can die in your duty without worry
August 7th, 2026 — Source

Take-Two CEO believes discs 'don't really make sense for the consumer'
Grand Theft Auto VI is poised to be the biggest video game of the year, and it will not have a traditional physical edition. Buyers will be able to grab a box with artwork, but it merely contains a code-in-a-box that can only be redeemed once. With the game costing between $80-100, too, it seems publisher Take-Two isn't so much preparing for an all-digital future as it is forcing one upon players. According to CEO Strauss Zelnick, however, game discs "don't really make sense for the consumer.”
August 7th, 2026 — Source

Team Asano has nothing to announce for Octopath Traveler III yet, though is aware of high fan expectations
You may have seen some rumors that Square Enix was teasing Octopath Traveler III recently courtesy of the wacky game of telephone that is the internet. Sadly, those rumors are way off base, at least according to series producer Tomoya Asano. In a commemorative interview with Dengeki Online, Asano, along with producers Masashi Takahashi and Hirohito Suzuki, told the outlet that Team Asano has nothing to announce in regard to a third mainline entry in the series yet. That doesn't mean the team isn't aware that fan expectations are high.
August 7th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 5th, 2026

Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation launches to solid reviews
After spending the past 3 decades working almost exclusively on Pokemon titles, Game Freak surprised many when they announced Beast of Reincarnation -- a fast-paced and visually impressive action-RPG unlike anything else the studio has made before. Alongside its official launch, reviews for the game have now gone live, showcasing a game which seems to fall just shy of its great potential.
August 5th, 2026 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds on Nintendo Switch 2 Might Run at 1440p With Dynamic Resolution -- Rumor
New details found by dataminers indicate that Capcom is making extensive use of DLSS technology to output the game at high resolutions.
August 5th, 2026 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Squeezes 1440p Docked and 40 FPS from Nintendo Switch 2, as CAPCOM Tests The Hardware's True Ceiling
With the Street Fighter 6 port, CAPCOM already proved it knows how to squeeze every ounce of power out of the Nintendo Switch 2 to deliver an extremely good port. However, the real test will be with Dragon's Dogma 2 and Monster Hunter Wilds, the two open-world games powered by the RE Engine that have long struggled to run properly even on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. While we still don't have any specifics for the former, it seems like the Japanese publisher is set to deliver another impressive port, going from some datamined information.
August 5th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Version 2.0.0 Released, and Here Are the Full Patch Notes
Nintendo Switch 2 hit Pokemon Pokopia has received its big Version 2.0.0 update, adding a bunch of free content, support for its Bubbly Basin expansion, and much more.
August 5th, 2026 — Source

Pokopia's Massive 2.0 Patch Makes Pokemon Stop Being Divas
The life sim's new Bubbly Basin DLC is out, but so is a big update for everyone
August 5th, 2026 — Source

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition Finally Nails the Upgrade Where Chronicles X and Definitive Edition Stumbled
Xenoblade fans are being kept busy this year, as every entry in the Xenoblade Chronicles series will have received a Nintendo Switch 2 update by the time 2026 is through. Sadly, some of these updates have left something to be desired: the Switch 2 version of Xenoblade Chronicles X was the victim of janky AI upscaling that turned some textures into Van Gogh paintings, and the updated Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition was beset by some nagging performance issues. Understandably, some fans have been a bit concerned about how the Switch 2 version of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 might turn out.
August 5th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — August 3rd, 2026

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Nintendo Direct Announced For This Week
One of the biggest games of September is getting its own Nintendo Direct broadcast.
August 3rd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Direct Announced, Focused on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
Cast a spell over you.
August 3rd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Will Show Off More Of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave In New Direct Showcase
The direct will take place Tuesday, August 4th and last for 20 minutes
August 3rd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Won't Bring Pokemon Red and Blue to PC, but a Recompilation Just Brought Them Over With HD-2D Voxel Visuals
Despite having been released a long time ago, the original Game Boy versions of Pokemon Red, Pokemon Blue, and Pokemon Yellow remain some of the most beloved entries in the successful franchise. With Nintendo having no intention of releasing any of its exclusive games on PC, chances of the games developed by Game Freak ever hitting the platform are non-existent, but it is now possible to enjoy native versions of these classic games on PC with a slew of improvements, including stunning 3D voxel visuals that make these games feel like HD-2D remakes of the original.
August 3rd, 2026 — Source

Super Mario Sunshine joins Nintendo Switch Online next week
Ever since Nintendo announced their Switch Online subscription service almost a decade ago, fans had been yearning for the console maker to bring forward its library of Nintendo GameCube offerings. Finally, with the Switch 2, Nintendo has been slowly but surely adding GameCube classics to its library. Marking one of the most requested offerings, Super Mario Sunshine is finally coming to NSO next week.
August 3rd, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 31st, 2026

Here's Why Fans Think The Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Is Going Head-To-Head With GTA 6 In November
A pattern of new amiibo releases offers a compelling theory
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo May Send Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Straight At GTA 6, As Rating Points To a Possible November Launch
As spotted by eagle-eyed fans on Reddit, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake may indeed be the only game going to confront Grand Theft Auto VI directly. Nintendo UK listed the Kirby Air Riders amiibo with a November 11 release date, before promptly removing the information. As the company traditionally launches amiibo to coincide with their big releases, this is a strong indication that the remake could indeed launch on November 11, roughly one week before Grand Theft Auto VI.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Splatoon 3 'Summer Nights' Splatfest theme announced for 2026
It's nearly time for Splatoon 3's annual "Summer Nights” Splatfest to commence. Held every year around August, the event typically asks players questions related to summer getaways or vacations. For 2026, the question this time is simple: Which would you reserve for a day? Your options? A Palace, a Theme Park, or a Beach.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Square Enix states that iffy Kingdom Hearts Collection box art was not the result of AI, but human error
Nearly two months ago during Nintendo's last Direct presentation, Square Enix announced that native ports of the Kingdom Hearts games would be coming to Switch 2 in a brand-new Compilation pack. Titled "The Kingdom Hearts Collection [I-III],” fans noticed something was off with the box art. It looked as if it was either altered with AI or outright AI generated. Square Enix eventually swapped the box art, but it seems as if the company wants to set the record straight that the original art was not created or tweaked with AI.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Super Mario Sunshine is the Switch 2's next GameCube addition
The sunny 2002 platformer was the direct follow-up to Super Mario 64.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Will Launch Head-to-Head With GTA 6 in November, Nintendo Fans Believe, After Amiibo Release Date Revealed
Eagle-eyed Nintendo fans have seen a pair of new amiibo figurines dated for November 11, and believe this will also turn out to be the date that Ocarina of Time arrives on Switch 2 — due to some pretty convincing evidence.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Two Unreleased Virtual Boy Games Are Coming To Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo is opening its vault and debuting two previously unreleased titles that didn't make their planned launches on Virtual Boy.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is Transformative, Yet The Real Upgrade Isn't Visual
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is rightly considered as one of the most impressive Nintendo Switch games ever released, even with the technical limitations Monolith Soft had to contend with, which resulted in poor image quality, especially in handheld mode, and 30 FPS gameplay which often fell below the target in the most intense combat encounters making it ripe for a proper upgrade. With the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, these issues are mostly addressed, and some significant quality-of-life improvements make this edition of the game a must purchase for both returning players and newcomers.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 29th, 2026

007 First Light is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on September 16th, Per Store Listings
Store listings for the Switch 2 release of the Bond game have been discovered on Amazon Japan and Amazon US indicating that the launch is close.
July 29th, 2026 — Source

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Team Faces "a Big Technical Challenge” For Switch 2 Port
The use of Unreal Engine 5 was also brought up as presenting its own unique challenges due to its more hardware-intensive features.
July 29th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Expansion and Free Update Arrive Next Week, Unlocking Underwater Gameplay
On August 5, all players will gain the new Dive ability from a passing Manaphy, the Mythical water creature (that Pokemon Go seems to have forgotten exists). With Dive unlocked, you'll be able to summon up a bubble of air around your head — finally allowing your Ditto avatar the ability to survive for longer than a few seconds below the waves.
July 29th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia's first DLC comes to Switch 2 on August 5
There's a new underwater location to explore and a dive mechanic.
July 29th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Rare, fully-functional Nintendo Famicombox retro consoles were discovered in a Japanese love hotel
It was apparently in all of the hotel's rooms, except one.
July 29th, 2026 — Source

The Five Best Switch Games To Play While Prepping For Your Colonoscopy
Please ask your doctor when and if you should be getting a colonoscopy done
July 29th, 2026 — Source

Unreal Engine 5 Made Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Possible, Yet It Makes A Nintendo Switch 2 Port A Big Challenge
Since its launch in 2022, Unreal Engine 5 has been one of the most controversial game engines from Epic Games, mostly due to how demanding it is on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, as well as the performance issues it brings. Although the engine has been significantly improved since, public perception hasn't changed much, with many gamers considering it one of the worst things to happen to modern gaming. However, many developers don't share this sentiment, as Sandfall Interactive, the studio behind the 2025 Game of the Year Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, couldn't have made the game without it.
July 29th, 2026 — Source

We discovered a new variant of Super Mario Bros.
For the last 20 years, I've been what many would call an obsessive video game collector. Nearly every weekend, I could be found at the crack of dawn at garage sales, flea markets, thrift stores, and estate sales searching for Nintendo treasures to add to my collection.
July 29th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 27th, 2026

Banjo-Kazooie prototype shown in newly found E3 1997 footage
Footage of an early Banjo-Kazooie prototype has emerged, and it has a number of major differences compared to the final version of the beloved Nintendo 64 platformer.
July 27th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Capcom explains why remakes are so important to Resident Evil versus developing spinoffs
During a wider feature as part of this month's issue of Game Informer, Capcom senior producer Masachika Kawata explained why the company has been focusing on creating remakes of past Resident Evil titles versus creating spinoffs. While new installments in the series have been peppered throughout the last generation, Capcom has essentially made Resident Evil a yearly franchise now. Because of that, remakes are a great way to fill in the gaps, not to mention allow the dev team time to hone its craft for the next major release.
July 27th, 2026 — Source

Final Fantasy XIV director says Final Fantasy VI remake would require four or five games to do story justice
At a recent Final Fantasy XIV fan festival in Berlin, director Naoki Yoshida came on stage with Final Fantasy VII Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi to talk about how the series has influenced not only their lives, but their creative passion for game development. When asked, specifically, which game had the biggest impact on his life, Yoshida said Final Fantasy VI. After saying that, he jokingly mentioned how every time he brings up the acclaimed SNES RPG, stories get written claiming he's doing a remake.
July 27th, 2026 — Source

Live-action Link actor recalls first memories of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, remembers being too young to play it
This is a story that is sure to make you feel old. During the recent press tour for the third season of House of the Dragon, GamesRadar had a chance to speak with Benjamin Evan Ainsworth about his part as Daeron Targaryen, the youngest son of Viserys I Targaryen who joined the cast this season. During the interview, the outlet took a moment to discuss the upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda film, of which Ainsworth will be playing Link. Being that he is a young actor, his first memories of Zelda: Breath of the Wild are bound to make older fans' heads explode.
July 27th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Of America's Original Pokemon Pitch From E3 1998 Is Wild To Watch Nearly 30 Years Later
The series was already a hit in Japan, but Nintendo still had to convince Americans
July 27th, 2026 — Source

You Might Need A Face Scan To Buy Pokemon Cards Soon, Thanks To Scalpers
Pokemon card stores in Japan have begun rolling out new anti-scalper measures.
July 27th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 24th, 2026

7 Splatoon Raiders Tips To Help You Get Your Sea Legs
Oh, hey, Splatoon Raiders is out on Nintendo Switch 2. It's really neat that Nintendo finally took all the well-deserved compliments about Splatoon's single-player modes seriously, sat down, and just made a proper PvE game out of it. I'm stoked to spend most of my weekend inking the heck out of a bunch of weird, junk-ridden islands and worrying I'm being way too mean to their salmon-like inhabitants.
July 24th, 2026 — Source

Clean capture of Star Fox 64's 1996 beta uploaded by Video Game History Foundation
As part of its massive upload of past E3 documents and footage, The Video Game History Foundation has just uploaded a snippet of footage from Star Fox 64's 1996 beta. Shown off at the second annual E3 convention, this footage did previously exist online, but was always of really poor quality. We now have some clean capture of the demo, and it gives us some insight into how Nintendo originally intended the game to look and feel.
July 24th, 2026 — Source

Every Legend of Zelda Game on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in 2026
The current generation of Hyrule.
July 24th, 2026 — Source

Everything We Know About Pokemon Winds And Waves
The Switch 2 RPGs are kicking off the 10th generation of Pokemon
July 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Bets Its Future on the Past, as Miyamoto Ties Remakes directly to Brand-New Development Projects
Nintendo's legendary game designer, Shigeru Miyamoto, has surprisingly elected to speak on the subject of the company's frequent game remakes. Speaking in the latest issue of Japanese magazine Famitsu (as translated by Nintendo Everything), Miyamoto-san admitted that Nintendo has been doing a lot of remakes, but also took the time to explain why it makes sense:
July 24th, 2026 — Source

Sega president believes digital distribution is crucial, but still values the 'culture of physical media'
In this week's issue of Famitsu magazine, Sega president Shuji Utsumi was questioned about the company's stance on physical media following Sony's announcement that it would stop producing physical games in January 2028. While it seems that Sega has a strong desire to push for digital distribution, the company has no plans to cease producing physical games as it values the "culture of physical media."
July 24th, 2026 — Source

Splatoon Raiders Has A Loading Screen Secret That Can Crash The Game
Splatoon Raiders launched yesterday, and players have already found a cool and weird Easter egg in the game's opening loading screen. But don't mess around with it too much, or you could just crash the game entirely.
July 24th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 23rd, 2026

After Star Fox's Launch and Zelda: Ocarina of Time's Announcement, Miyamoto Defends Nintendo's Recent Spate of Remakes and Says They Lead to 'Future Developments'
"Some people might say there are a lot."
July 23rd, 2026 — Source

Celebrate the launch of Splatoon Raiders with 9 new tracks Nintendo Music today!
Happy Splatoon Raiders release day! In celebration, nine tracks have been added as a Special Release to Nintendo Music, with a runtime of 30 minutes.
July 23rd, 2026 — Source

EA Sports UFC 6 and Meccha Chameleon Dominated US Software Sales Charts for June
Nintendo's Star Fox 64 remake also debuted in fourth place, as the month saw content spending drop by 12 percent compared to last year.
July 23rd, 2026 — Source

First Look at Warhammer Blood Bowl, the Free Overhaul for Blood Bowl 3 Due Out Fall 2026
The video game adaptation of Games Workshop's Warhammer fantasy football tabletop game is now in the hands of Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector publisher Slitherine, which obtained the licence, publishing rights, and back catalog from the collapsing Nacon.
July 23rd, 2026 — Source

Mario Dad Miyamoto Says Companies Prioritizing Short-Term Profit Gains "Feels Like A Massive Failure"
Shigeru Miyamoto reflected on how--and why--Mario is such a global success for Nintendo.
July 23rd, 2026 — Source

Miyamoto confirms that The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was responsible for new Yoshi and Star Fox games
In a somewhat surprising move, legendary creator Shigeru Miyamoto has confirmed that The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was directly responsible for the creation of new Yoshi and Star Fox games for the Nintendo Switch 2.
July 23rd, 2026 — Source

Miyamoto Explains Why Nintendo Is Making So Many Remakes Like Zelda: Ocarina Of Time
Could the industry legend be hinting at a new Star Fox game being in the works?
July 23rd, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Leak Reveals More Than 100 Scrapped Designs, Including Unseen Creatures and Missing Evolutions
Delibird evolution! Alternate starters! More!
July 23rd, 2026 — Source

Rare Pokemon Diamond and Pearl 'Making Of' DVD gets uploaded to Internet Archive
In the same week that gifted us a treasure trove of past E3 material, some random internet heroes have uploaded a rare Pokemon Diamond and Pearl "Making Of" DVD to the Internet Archive for fans to browse. Never released publicly, this DVD chronicles the two-year-long development of the first DS entries and includes a metric ton of beta designs and scrapped Pokemon concepts.
July 23rd, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — July 22nd, 2026

Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Switch 2 impressions: Is the upgrade worth it?
It should be noted while a physical Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster has not been announced for the US, it will be available in Japan next month with a 25th anniversary slipcover.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

From Software opens up applications for The Duskbloods network test
When the Nintendo Switch 2 was first announced, one of the major new exclusives revealed from the console was The Duskbloods, developed by From Software. The game has been delayed since then, but we are finally starting to see some real progress, with From Software announcing plans for the first public play test.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Hasbro's The Legend Of Zelda Figures Have Been Revealed, And They Look Pretty Great
Hasbro's first line of Zelda toys go on sale today.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

High-quality footage of Conker's Quest gets uploaded by Video Game History Foundation in new E3 retrospective update
It's been so long since Conker's Bad Fur Day hit the N64 that many may have forgotten that Rare initially announced the project as Conker's Quest. Meant to be more in line with Rare's then-contemporary output, Conker's Quest was set to be the debut game of everyone's favorite alcoholic squirrel with a decided less adult-oriented tone. I don't have the strongest memories of it since I was only nine when it was originally revealed, but the Video Game History Foundation has stumbled upon a treasure trove of new information.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

New stunning Legend of Zelda: Heroes of Hyrule toys revealed by Hasbro
Hasbro has revealed its lineup of Legend of Zelda toys, which includes figures of Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf based on their appearance in Tears of the Kingdom.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto Defends Remakes Ahead Of Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Remake
The gaming legend makes the case for remakes.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Palworld has reportedly sold over 30M copies
We already knew that Palworld was doing very well after launching V1.0 thanks to the surging player count on Steam, but new analysis shows the game is doing even better than expected. At this point, Palworld has sold an estimated 30 million copies.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Palworld's 1.0 launch is bringing back nearly a million players
Mew-something, I guess
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Redditors' Fake Duskbloods Boss Guides Fool Google's Dumbass Delusion Machine
AI chatbots are spewing out Reddit shitposts as hard fact for the unreleased Switch 2 game
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Shigeru Miyamoto explains his philosophy on remakes and why Nintendo continues to develop them
In the latest issue of Famitsu magazine, a rather massive interview with legendary game designer Shigeru Miyamoto is contained as a big feature. At one point during the piece, Miyamoto starts to talk about video game remakes and pushes back against the idea that there are too many of them. He then explains his philosophy on why remakes are good for the industry, especially when it comes to introducing new players to older titles.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Sign-ups for The Duskbloods' Network Test are now live
If you're eager to try out The Duskbloods for yourself, then today is possibly your lucky day. Developer FromSoftware was opened up applications for the game's upcoming Network Test on its official website. You can now apply with your Nintendo Network account for a chance at testing the game early. You read that correctly: a chance.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Stellar Blade officially rated for the Nintendo Switch 2
Following the success of Stellar Blade on the PlayStation 5 back in 2024, studio SHIFT UP announced that they would be bringing the action-RPG to more platforms -- eventually porting it over to PC to equal levels of success. Finally, following its official announcement during this Summer's Nintendo Direct, Stellar Blade appears gearing up to land on the Switch 2 soon, having now been rated by the ESRB.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

The Duskbloods Closed Network Test is Now Open for Applications
Slated for August 21st to 23rd, Nintendo Switch 2 owners with an online subscription can apply for a chance until July 28th.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

With Pokemon in Fortnite Seemingly Off the Table, Palworld Looks Likely to Crossover Instead
Steam hit Palworld looks likely to crossover with Fortnite in the future, while Pokemon seemingly remains off the table.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 16th, 2026

FromSoftware announces plans for The Duskbloods network test
FromSoftware has announced the official network test dates for its upcoming Switch 2 exclusive title, The Duskbloods. The closed playtest will run from August 21st to August 24th.
July 16th, 2026 — Source

Hasbro Announces Partnership With Nintendo For Zelda Toys, First Will Be Revealed Soon
Hasbro and Nintendo are teaming up.
July 16th, 2026 — Source

Mario Tennis Fever lobs in free update with new Mario Galaxy court, bonus Luma costumes, and GameShare online functionality
Last night, Nintendo dropped a new update for Mario Tennis Fever that is surprisingly more robust than one would expect for a free add-on. Included in version 1.1.0 is a new Super Mario Galaxy themed court, which includes gimmicks taken straight from the game and a decreased ball speed to represent space. Alongside that, though, is a major update for GameShare which allows for online support in exhibition matches. Finally, you can play with friends who don't own the game as long as they have a Nintendo Switch 2.
July 16th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

New patent suggests Nintendo may create a dock to support both Switch 1 and 2
In an interesting development spotted by Nintendo Parents Watch, it appears as if Nintendo may be preparing to manufacture a dock that supports both the Switch 1 and Switch 2 without much hassle. According to a new patent filed in China, the idea is that the console recognizes when a user has inserted a Switch 1 or 2 and changes the power delivery standard accordingly.
July 16th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Is Kicking The Zelda Movie Promo Into Overdrive With Toys
Hasbro and Nintendo are partnering for figurines based on the series
July 16th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo of Europe posts articles showing how to swap Joy-Con batteries in new controller designs
Ahead of the launch of its new Joy-Con models with replaceable batteries, Nintendo of Europe was uploaded some support articles to its website that outlines how users can swap the batteries in their controllers. Available for both the Left Joy-Con and Right Joy-Con, it gives us our first look at the interiors of these redesigned controllers and how difficult it will be to swap batteries. Spoiler alert, it's pretty simple.
July 16th, 2026 — Source

Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble nears release
Just like Nintendo, Sony has been dipping its toes into the mobile gaming market, albeit even more carefully -- having only a few select dedicated titles so far. One game which has shown some promise is the PvP hero shooter Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble. Following a closed access period, the game is almost set for a proper debut, with pre-registrations now officially going live.
July 16th, 2026 — Source

The Story Of The Stuffy, Silly, Arhythmic Hallway Recording Of The Original DK Rap
'It became clear to me that I had no musical capability at that point, at all'
July 16th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 11th, 2026

Best Weekend Ever? Playing Pokemon Go With 717,000 Fans of the Game
Pokemon Go Fest gave my far-flung family members and me a great excuse to play together instead of separately. As it turns out, we had plenty of company.
July 11th, 2026 — Source

Who needs scalpers when GameStop is marking up Pokemon cards by more than 300 percent?
The retailer is charging obscene amounts for the 30th anniversary Pokemon cards.
July 11th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 10th, 2026

A mad gaming genius managed to recreate Minecraft on the Game Boy Color and even the original Game Boy — because why not?
YouTuber 'Game of Tobi' created his own version of Minecraft, and it's playable on iconic handhelds.
July 10th, 2026 — Source

Minecraft shown running on Game Boy Color and Game Boy in 3D with textures — developer coaxed 3D look out of barely-there hardware
Because getting it to run on the Game Boy Advance clearly wasn't hard enough.
July 10th, 2026 — Source

Palworld 1.0 Players Spot a Number of Pal Redesigns — and Some Say They Now Look Less Like the Pokemon They Resembled
Palworld players have spotted that developer Pocketpair has altered several Pal designs for the 1.0 launch, leaving some saying they now look less like the Pokemon they had resembled.
July 10th, 2026 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 Is in Stock and Bundled With Games Right Here
With "choose your game" bundles and more, grab a Switch 2 now before the price hike.
July 10th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 9th, 2026

Nintendo Is Shutting Down Mario Kart Tour This September
Nintendo is shutting down Mario Kart Tour on Tuesday, September 29, which means players will no longer be able to play the mobile racing game after that date, as the company has no plans to release an offline version.
July 9th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Docked VRR Support Is Still Being Worked On, As Job Listing Suggests Nintendo Hasn't Abandoned Its Plans
The Nintendo Switch 2 doesn't support the ever-critical Variable Refresh Rate in docked mode, though it was supposed to, according to pre-launch information. However, it seems like Nintendo hasn't completely abandoned the idea, according to a recently unearthed job listing.
July 9th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 8th, 2026

Crimson Desert Developer Opens Up to the Possibility of a Multiplayer Mode While Providing an Update on Switch 2 Port
Yesterday, South Korean developer Pearl Abyss held a corporate briefing in which it updated investors on the roadmap for its highly successful game, Crimson Desert.
July 8th, 2026 — Source

Mario Kart Tour Servers to Go Offline on September 30th, No Plans for Offline Mode
The company has confirmed that players will be able to check their previous stats after servers go down until January 2027.
July 8th, 2026 — Source or Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Leak Reveals The Crew Motorfest, With Physical Launch Via Game-Key Card
Ubisoft will soon announce a Nintendo Switch 2 version of The Crew Motorfest, including a physical release on a Game-Key Card.
July 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch Online July Additions Include a Wario Classic
Sword of Hope 2! Fortified Zone! Dr. Mario!
July 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo to ship Switch 2 with easier-to-replace batteries in Europe later this year
Nintendo will stop shipping the original Switch to Europe in 2027, just before its 10th anniversary
July 8th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Winds And Waves Could Have 300 New Pokemon, But Don't Get Too Excited
We're never going to catch 'em all, are we?
July 8th, 2026 — Source

Star Fox Rule Of Cools Its Way To Becoming A Switch 2 Must-Have
Nintendo's remake of the N64 classic is an improvement on nostalgic perfection
July 8th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — July 2nd, 2026

Metroid Ravenous Might be a New Side-Scrolling Entry in the Franchise -- Rumor
The existence of a game dubbed Metroid Ravenous was revealed thanks to an errant publishing of Brazil's Official Gazette of the Union.
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

Metroid Ravenous Surfaces in Brazil's Rating System Before Nintendo Yanks It, Months After Beyond Finally Landed
A new Metroid game titled Metroid Ravenous was spotted earlier today in Brazil's Ministry of Justice and Public Security's rating system by Universo Nintendo. It was eventually removed, likely at Nintendo's behest, but fans of the sci-fi action franchise are already buzzing with excitement.
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

Microsoft is reportedly testing a 'disc-to-digital' feature for physical game collections
On the same day that Sony declared the physical game collection dead, it appears that Microsoft is working on some kind of disc-to-digital program to help people transition to digital copies. As reported by The Verge, this is allegedly in the testing phase and will be limited to Xbox One and Series X games, but will "digitize" discs so that users can play digital copies of games they currently own.
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Could Inherit The Physical Gaming Crown By Default
Nintendo gonna Nintendo, at least for now.
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo is Unlikely to Follow in Sony's Footsteps to End Physical Game Production, Says Analyst
"Nintendo is going to be Nintendo, for better and/or worse," said Circana's Mat Piscatella about the company in light of industry trends.
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo unlikely to ditch physical games despite Sony announcement, says analyst
Yesterday's industry shaking announcement from Sony that it would be ditching physical games entirely for PlayStation consoles starting in 2028 has left many wondering: What comes next for the games' industry? It seems Microsoft will follow suit, despite reportedly working on some disc-to-digital system, but what about Nintendo? According to Circana analyst Mat Piscatella, it's unlikely The Big N will follow suit by ditching cartridges, at least for the remainer for the Nintendo Switch 2's life.
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

PGA Tour 2K25 Celebrates America's Birthday With Nightmare Statue Of Liberty Skin
Lady Liberty has never looked more menacing than when on the golf course.
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

Professor Layton's Level-5 CEO claims staff gets pay raises based on answering quizzes correctly
I suppose more than a decade of creating Professor Layton games has fried the brain of Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino, because this bit of news is genuinely insane. According to a recent interview conducted with Famitsu, Hino claims that employees of the developer are given pay raises based on correctly answering quizzes about the company's games. The exact figure or percentage isn't included in the interview, but was stated to be large enough to "greatly impact staff morale."
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil film director says including series characters 'would feel inorganic' in his story
The director of the upcoming Resident Evil movie has explained why he chose not to include characters from the game series, such as Leon Kennedy, Claire Redfield, or Jill Valentine.
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 26th, 2026

Falco In Star Fox Is Every Toxic DPS You've Ever Played With
'I could use some of that teamwork!'
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Legendary Nintendo Developer Takashi Tezuka Isn't Retiring After All
The 65-year-old is stepping down from his executive officer role, but will continue to produce games
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Mario 64's Bob-omb Battlefield Is Gaming's Most Important 3D Platforming Level
Mario 64's most impressive level was Its first.
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Finishes First 12 Months on Sale as Second Fastest-Selling Hardware in U.S. History, PS5 Sales Collapse Following Price Rise
PS5 sales collapse following price rise.
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo unveils first look at its upcoming Kyoto-based development center
Nintendo has unveiled a first look at its upcoming new Kyoto-based development center. Now called the "Technology Development Center," the building is a 10-story structure with familiar Nintendo architecture that rests next to the company's HQ building. Set to be completed around March 2029, the building will serve as the new head of research and development for Nintendo and host a number of offices, development servers, and "infrastructure required for future" R&D.
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Star Fox Players Are Already Making Its Characters Say Wild Things With Its VTuber Avatars: 'You Gotta Do Your Own Research On The Vaccinations, Fox'
Who could have foreseen this?
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Takashi Tezuka states he'll still be involved with Nintendo despite retiring from the company
Despite announcing his retirement from Nintendo last month, legendary Mario and Zelda producer Takashi Tezuka has now stated he will still be involved with the company in some capacity. During Nintendo's 2026 shareholders meeting, Tezuka revealed that he would still be working on games as a 'production producer' for the foreseeable future. As VGC notes, production producers typically work between creative and financial teams to oversee day-to-day development.
June 26th, 2026 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 Helped Drive US Video Game Spending Growth in May 2026, while PlayStation and Xbox had their Worst May in Over Two Decades
Circana senior director and veteran video game industry analyst Mat Piscatella has just shared the latest monthly sales numbers for the video game industry in the US for the month of May 2026. Usually, the big topic from these reports comes down to which games are at the top of the charts, and while that's still significant here, the bigger topic is what happened with hardware sales. While the Nintendo Switch 2 continued to sell and helped drive spending growth in the US video game industry for May 2026 compared to May 2025, the PS5 and PlayStation overall saw its worst May for hardware units sold in 26 years, and Xbox had its worst May in its entire history.
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 23rd, 2026

Rhythm Heaven Groove Isn't Even Out Yet, But I Already Hate The Smarmy Person Throwing Frisbees
You expect me to count to SEVEN?!
June 23rd, 2026 — Source or Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 22nd, 2026

Final Fantasy VII Revelation director wants his next game to be a 'grand-scale' RPG, but not a remake
We might still be some months away from Final Fantasy VII Revelation's release, but it seems like director Naoki Hamaguchi is already thinking about what comes next. In a recent interview with Game Informer, Hamaguchi stressed that while his focus right now is purely on finishing this Remake trilogy, but that doesn't mean he isn't planning for the future.
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

Fortnite's Popular Pokemon-Like Sprites Are Fueling a Player Surge — and 5 More Species Get Added This Week
Fortnite is enjoying an influx of players keen to hunt the game's Pokemon-like Sprites — and five more species arrive this week.
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Slashes Price on Tears of the Kingdom's Switch 2 Edition for the First Time
Choose between digital or physical copies for either the Switch or Switch 2.
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

"Nintendo will not be challenged at all" — Surging prices have damaged the PC gaming handheld market, and our readers did not hold back
PC gaming handhelds might not be dead, but the market certainly isn't thriving.
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

Ocarina Of Time Fan Project Bows Out Before Nintendo Comes Knocking
YouTuber CryZENx said it was "better to stop the project" or else they would be "disappeared."
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

Ocarina of Time fan remake using Unreal Engine scrapped after a decade of development
A fanmade remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, which has been in development since 2016, has been cancelled to avoid potential legal issues with Nintendo.
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

Square Enix seemingly replaces Kingdom Hearts Collection box art for Switch 2 after fan outcry
Following the announcement of a Kingdom Hearts collection for Nintendo Switch 2 during the previous Nintendo Direct, fans noticed something was off with the box art for the compilation. It looked as if it had been AI generated, which would be a tremendous blow to the reputation of series creator Tetsuya Nomura, who has drawn most of the art for the games. Users on social media posited that Square Enix might have fed Nomura's original artwork through AI to make separate illustrations, but that doesn't matter anymore. The company has seemingly changed the artwork in response to fan outcry.
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

Ten-Year Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Fan Remake Project Scrapped Following Nintendo Announcement
YouTuber and creator CryZENx has ditched a decade of development on an unofficial Unreal Engine recreation
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

Zelda Fan Ditches Ocarina of Time Unreal Engine Remake After a Decade of Work
A talented Nintendo fan has ditched their attempt to recreate The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time in Unreal Engine after a decade of work, following the announcement of the game's upcoming Switch 2 remake.
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 20th, 2026

Best Weekend Ever? Playing Pokemon Go With 717,000 Fans of the Game
Pokemon Go Fest gave my far-flung family members and me a great excuse to play together instead of separately. As it turns out, we had plenty of company.
June 20th, 2026 — Source

"It helped": Years of Xbox Series S game optimization probably made life much easier for Nintendo Switch 2 developers
Series S optimizations may have given developers valuable experience when bringing modern games to Nintendo Switch 2.
June 20th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 19th, 2026

A fan is porting the original Super Mario 64 to the Nintendo DS with multiplayer support
Super Mario 64 has been ported to the Nintendo DS in its original form, thanks to a fan project that has also added a multiplayer mode.
June 19th, 2026 — Source

A "Super Family Restaurant" is opening soon at the Nintendo Museum
Nintendo has announced that it is going to expand the Nintendo Museum with a new restaurant later this year.
June 19th, 2026 — Source

Fans Vote Charizard As Their Favorite Pokemon in the Pokemon x Target Collection
In celebration of 30 years of Pokemon and the limited-time-only Pokemon x Target collection, we held a fan-voted tournament over the last two weeks to determine which Pokemon featured in the collection was people's favorite. Well, after five rounds and more than 437,366 of votes, a champion has been crowned: Charizard.
June 19th, 2026 — Source

Palworld confirms it doesn't use GenAI, claims "gamers don't want it"
Palworld drew a ton of attention upon its initial announcement and release due to plenty of design similarities between the survival-crafter and Nintendo's Pokemon series. While some may feel as though the title is derivative in this regard, at the very least it appears the game was made using human hands, with studio Pocketpair making their stance on the rise of GenAI quite clear.
June 19th, 2026 — Source

Pragmata dev team had female 'Diana Police' to ensure the character was convincingly cute and childlike
The producer of Capcom's recent action-adventure hit, Pragmata, has revealed that a female-led group helped develop the childlike android character.
June 19th, 2026 — Source

Rumor -- Onimusha: Way of the Sword might be releasing earlier than we thought
Capcom has not made any official statement on this, though it should be noted that US retailers have not changed the release date for their listings. It's very likely this is an error on the part of PNP Games, but it could also be a genuine change. Earlier this year, Capcom moved Pragmata's release date up a week from the previously announced April 24th, 2026, to April 17th, 2026. There has never been an official answer for why, but it's possible that the game went gold earlier than expected.
June 19th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is coming to Switch 2, though seemingly without an upgrade path
Sega has announced that last year's hit revival Shinobi: Art of Vengeance will be hitting Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24th, 2026. A semi-reboot of the Shinobi series with a brilliant new art style, Art of Vengeance had a rather lackluster Switch 1 port that ultimately did a disservice to the beautiful artwork that developer Lizardcube created. This Switch 2 version should fix that by including increased resolution output.
June 19th, 2026 — Source

Stern's Pokemon pinball gets animatronic Magikarp and new software update
A new line of pinball machine accessories for Stern Pinball's Pokemon cabinet has been revealed, and a free update is now available for the game.
June 19th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 16th, 2026

New Switch 1 Update Finally, At Long Last, Resolves One Of Its Most-Annoying Issues
First the Knicks win, then Nintendo fixes the eShop. What's next, eShop music?
June 16th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Finally Did It: The eShop On Switch Isn't A Slow, Horrible Mess Anymore
The eShop on the original Switch now supports dark mode, too
June 16th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 1 eShop is now much faster and more user-friendly thanks to update 22.5.0
The eShop on the original Nintendo Switch has received a significant overhaul, allowing for much faster and easier browsing than before.
June 16th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch update makes the eShop much more responsive
The original Switch's storefront finally supports dark mode too.
June 16th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour for Thursday, June 18th, 2026
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. These Spotlight Hour events would take place on every Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. your local time. That is, until the start of the Season of Memories in Motion in 2026. PokeStop Showcase Tuesday took over Spotlight Hour's day and Spotlight Hour events would sometimes show up daily during certain events (i.e.: A Shockingly Good Time event).
June 16th, 2026 — Source

Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition for Switch 2 has reportedly been spotted at a retailer
Yesterday on Reddit in a now deleted post, user conis-4 shared pictures of what appears to be a retail version of Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition on Switch 2. Rumored to be announced soon, the pictures look fairly legitimate, though they don't actually match the previous leaks about the game. For one, there's no mention of what this Switch 2 version upgrades over the original. For two, the only things included are previously released free updates, making this less a "definitive" version and more just a complete version.
June 16th, 2026 — Source

Year in review: The Nintendo Switch 2 has become one of my favorite consoles of all time
It hasn't been perfect, but the future is bright.
June 16th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 15th, 2026

Epilogue SN Operator Review
When Epilogue released its first device, the GB Operator, back in 2021, it gave retro game collectors a way to save their favorite games. That handy little device not only let you play your physical Game Boy games on your PC, but, more importantly, made it so that anyone with a PC and an open USB port can back up the saves and games from their aging Game Boy carts. Now the team is back with the SN Operator, offering that same convenience but for your Super Nintendo and Super Famicom games. It's a 16-bit banger and a must-have for folks with SNES and SFC collections. Now, my original endgame Final Fantasy III save will live forever!
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Fans Find Hidden Info On Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake, Nintendo Promptly Deletes It
What could it all mean? Does it mean anything at all?
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Fortnite Fans Are Obsessing Over Its New Pokemon-Like Sprite Creature Collecting
Obey your thirst.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Removes Hidden The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 Description That Suggested It's a Faithful Remake
Link to the past.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

The original Rayman Legends is 'staying put,' according to Ubisoft
With the upcoming release of Rayman Legends Retold happening on all platforms, there was a fear that the original version of the game would be delisted from digital storefronts. Thankfully, that isn't the case, at least according to Ubisoft.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Unopened 1986 Super Mario Bros. NES Game Fetches Record $3M At Auction
A vintage Super Mario Bros. cartridge released in 1986 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) just shattered the record for the most expensive video game ever sold, having fetched $3 million at auction. That sum, which includes a 25% buyer's premium fee, is $1 million higher than the previous record when the same game sold for $2 million.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 10th, 2026

Blue and yellow Switch Joy-Con 2 announced, launching alongside Splatoon Raiders in July
Announced during yesterday's Nintendo Direct broadcast, the Blue and Light Yellow controllers are inspired by Splatoon characters Shiver and Frye. The duo are members of Splatoon 3's idol band Deep Cut, and are set to return -- alongside fellow bandmate Big Man -- in the upcoming single-player spin-off Splatoon Raiders.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Capcom Responds to Concern the Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo Feels "Too Easy"
The final game will be tougher, clarifies producer Akihito Kadowaki.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

CAPCOM Reworks Dragon's Dogma 2 Ahead of Dark Arisen Launch, Tackling Travel, Economy, and Years of Player Complaints
Today, CAPCOM released the first of two planned free updates for Dragon's Dogma 2 that will pave the road for the upcoming launch of the Dark Arisen expansion, set for October 9 (when the game also launches on Nintendo Switch 2). The patch introduces a wide-ranging set of improvements across travel, pawns, the interface, shops, and combat stability.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition brings the party to Switch 2 on June 23rd
Capcom continues to bring port after port to Nintendo Switch 2. Coming off the heels of announcements for Monster Hunter Wilds and Dragons Dogma 2, Devil May Cry 5 was featured in June's Nintendo Direct. Originally released in 2019 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows, it wasn't until a late 2020 upgrade to PlayStation 5 that it would gain that "Devil Hunter Edition" subtitle.
June 10th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Former Nintendo Staff Say The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Reveal Should Have Been Changed to Show More, Following High-Profile Leak
"We've known about this since March."
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Metaphor: ReFantazio makes way for Switch 2 on November 12th
Atlus had quite the showing during the recent Xbox Showcase, with a release date and fresh trailer for Persona 4 Revival and our first real tease of Persona 6. Neither of those is currently announced for Switch 2, leaving Nintendo fans craving a stylish RPG based on social bonds, societal woes, and looming conspiracy out of luck...
June 10th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

New Nintendo Switch 2 Blue and Light Yellow Joy-Con 2 Are Available To Preorder
A perfect pairing with Splatoon Raiders.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Might Be Making Its Biggest, Most Costly Mistake
Nintendo's stubborn refusal to announce a 3D Mario has wiped out a third of its value over the past year
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Stock Crashes Nearly 7% After June's Direct Lacks New 3D Mario Game — Investors Sour Despite Fan-Favorite Lineup
Fans' sentiment about yesterday's Nintendo Direct may have been quite positive, but the stock market disagrees. Today, the stock fell as much as 8% before climbing back a bit to -6.75%, and analysts are blaming it on the lineup's lack of heavy hitters, like a new Super Mario game. According to Reuters, Jefferies ​analyst Atul Goyal wrote in a client ‌note:
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Orbitals launches on Switch 2 September 3rd
Ever since its debut, Orbitals has been on our radar. The co-op adventure inspired by early '90s anime has been getting nothing but love from Nintendo, and thanks to June's Direct we now have a release date for what's shaping up to be a must-play exclusive.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Players Think Kingdom Hearts' New Art Is AI-Generated
Shortly after Square Enix shared the key art for the Kingdom Hearts Collection, players started spotting what seem to be hallmarks of gen-AI.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Q&A: We spoke with Capcom about Resident Evil Veronica and its place in the remake timeline
A highlight of this year's Summer Game Fest was Capcom's reveal of the long-rumored Resident Evil: Code: Veronica remake. With a tense trailer and the same polish that's come to be expected from the RE remakes, what is now christened Resident Evil Veronica was not only revealed to the world; it was bound for Switch 2.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Tales of Eternia Remastered arrives on Switch and Switch 2 October 16th
The Tales of series has largely focused on its more modern titles, not daring to delve further back than Tales of Symphonia despite being in the midst of a 30th anniversary revival project. Thankfully, that'll all change later this year when the first 2D title from the game's history gets some love via Tales of Eternia Remastered.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Tons of older 3rd party titles have been announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo's most recent General Direct saw the Switch 2 console maker announce a number of upcoming first-party titles including the likes of Switch Sports Resort and the rumoured Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake. Alongside this, the showcase also featured a plethora of 3rd party games which are coming over; including Stellar Blade; Devil May Cry 5; Lies of P and a bunch more.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Why Now Is the Perfect Time for a Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake
The stars have aligned.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition announced for Switch 2
Publisher Koei Tecmo has announced that Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition will be heading to the Nintendo Switch 2 soon. Set for a September 3rd, 2026, release, the game is a bundle of the original 2023 title alongside all of its DLC, which released throughout 2023. This comes just days after the publisher revealed that Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, a brand-new sequel, will be releasing on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2 in early 2027.
June 10th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — June 8th, 2026

Every Final Fantasy Game on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in 2026
Square Enix goes multiplatform.
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Indie game Dogpile is coming to Switch and mobile
Dogpile is a very good video game about very good puppers. It's a super cute and silly game where you merge dogs into slightly larger dogs, and it's getting a free content update. The roguelite deckbuilder has introduced 13 new doggos into the mix as well as two new traits for them: zoomy and stinky. Oh yes, I know many a zoomy and stinky dog. There's also a new challenge mode if you need a little extra difficulty in your dog-merging shenanigans.
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo confirms revised Switch 2 console with replaceable battery for EU consumers
Update complies with EU legislation requiring accessible consumer hardware batteries by 2027
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Direct Announced for June 9th, Treehouse: Live! to Follow Immediately After
The Direct will be roughly 50 minutes long, while Treehouse! Live will last 95 minutes and should offer extensive new gameplay.
June 8th, 2026 — Source or Source or Source

Nintendo Drops New Direct on June 9, As Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Reveal Looms On The Horizon
Now that the PlayStation State of Play and Xbox Games Showcase have aired, Nintendo is the last major manufacturer left to host a traditional Summer presentation to reveal what is launching on the Nintendo Switch 2 in the near future. According to reliable insider Nate the Hate, a Nintendo Direct that is likely to reveal the Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake rebuilt from scratch will be hosted this week, and some recent happenings heavily suggest this will indeed be the case.
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch Online Classic Games To Get Challenges, Dataminer Claims
Close enough--welcome back, NES Remix.
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo will pay a $40 million fine for faulty Joy-Cons
A French regulatory authority accused Nintendo of Europe for deceptive business practices.
June 8th, 2026 — Source or Source

Pokemon GO Raid Hour for Wednesday, June 10th, 2026
Since then, Raid Hour has been a weekly event in Pokemon GO. There have been instances of Raid Hour being canceled due to technical issues (September 18th, 2019) and being rescheduled later, as well as canceled completely due to other issues. The most notable cancellation was back in March 2020, when select regions' Raid Hours were canceled due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, followed by no Raid Hour sessions in April worldwide. In May 2020, Raid Hour returned and Trainers could participate with a new Raid Pass -- the Remote Raid Pass (introduced in April 2020). This new item allows Trainers to battle in raids remotely from home instead of being within battle-distance of a Gym.
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Sega clarifies that AI was used for 'reference' in Crazy Taxi: World Tour, assets do not appear in final game
When Sega announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour yesterday, there was a burst of excitement from '90s kids that one of the most iconic arcade franchises of all time would finally be returning. That excitement was quickly snuffed out, though, when the Steam store page indicated that Generative AI had been used in the development of the game. The vague description didn't really clue us into how extensive AI was integrated in the process, but Sega has now clarified exactly what it used AI for.
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Why the Nintendo Switch 2's First Year is Dividing Fans
The Nintendo Switch 2's first year has been a period of both progress and challenges, as highlighted by RGT 85. Notable advancements include the console's improved technical capabilities, which have attracted high-profile third-party titles like Resident Evil Requiem and WWE 2K26. These games showcase smoother gameplay and enhanced graphics, signaling Nintendo's efforts to compete with other platforms. However, the year hasn't been without setbacks. Issues such as inconsistent third-party support and a lack of first-party titles that fully use the upgraded hardware have raised questions about the console's long-term trajectory.
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember Stuns Xbox Showcase, but Switch 2 Port in Early 2027 Steals the Spotlight
This year's Xbox Games Showcase was packed with updates for already announced games like Fable and Halo Campaign Evolved as well as new announcements for titles that are not far from release. Among them was the surprising announcement for Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, a follow-up to the action RPG developed by Team NINJA released in 2023 that will mark the debut of the studio's "Masocore" genre on a Nintendo console.
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Yup, There's A Nintendo Direct Tomorrow!
The summer game showcases continue
June 8th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 7th, 2026

Nintendo Switch 2 turns one, game console with NVIDIA Ampere architecture sold nearly 20M units
Nintendo Switch 2 proves Ampere can still run modern games
June 7th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 6th, 2026

Alien: Isolation 2 Promises a Smarter Xenomorph and Slimmer Survival Odds on a Remote, Storm-Ravaged Weyland-Yutani Outpost
Alien: Isolation 2 features a brand-new setting, story, and protagonist. Players will embark on a whole new adventure while experiencing the same deadly tension that made the original game the ultimate survival-horror experience. On a remote, storm-ravaged colony-world, players will endure the elements as they navigate the planet's surface and explore the claustrophobic confines of the Weyland-Yutani outpost of Kurosaki Station. It's a new hunting ground for the Alien, forcing players to improvise and develop new tools, techniques, and tactics to survive the deadly cat-and-mouse game.
June 6th, 2026 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Reveals The Elder Dragons Are Coming In A New Expansion And, Surprise, There's A Switch 2 Port In The Works
Capcom is all in on supporting Nintendo's latest handheld hybrid
June 6th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — June 5th, 2026

Capcom is reportedly considering developing Pragmata into a series
With how successful Pragmata has been for Capcom, both commercially and critically, it's no surprise that the company is considering developing it into a full-fledged series. Listed in Capcom's latest financial results report, the company was asked about the success of its new IP and what plans it might have for the future of the brand. Expectedly, it seems Capcom is beaming about the possibilities.
June 5th, 2026 — Source

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Set For August Release On Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2 players can rejoice as they will finally be able to play one of the best games of the decade after it was delayed late last year. Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition will be released on the handheld later this summer and will bring new content along with it to entice both new and returning players to embark on the deadly journey through the Lands Between.
June 5th, 2026 — Source or Source

LEGO decided against Pokemon Trainer minifigures because 'children are the Trainers'
The LEGO Group has explained why there are no human characters -- such as Ash, Misty, or Brock -- in its LEGO Pokemon range.
June 5th, 2026 — Source

Switch 2 sales drop 87% in Japan following surge ahead of cost revisions
Sales of original Switch also experienced declines in the week after hardware prices rose
June 5th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 29th, 2026

Modern Warfare 4 On Switch 2 Has Been "So Smooth" For Infinity Ward
After 13 years, Call of Duty returns to Nintendo.
May 29th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 28th, 2026

Call Of Duty Is Finally Returning To One Hugely Popular Platform
After 13 years, Call of Duty returns to a Nintendo platform.
May 28th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Call of Duty Returns to Nintendo After 13 Years as Modern Warfare 4 Lands on Switch 2, Insider Says
The official Call of Duty account has now confirmed that Modern Warfare 4 will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 while also revealing the first trailer.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 announced for October 23 with PC focus and Nintendo Switch 2 support
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 skips PS4 and Xbox One, adds native Nintendo Switch 2 version
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Is Coming Day-And-Date To Switch 2, Breaking A 13 Year Streak Of Skipping Nintendo's Consoles
The top-selling shooter will now be on every console again
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in October
Nintendo has announced that the new installment in the Call of Duty franchise will launch on the Switch 2 -- alongside other platforms -- on October 23rd, 2026.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is out in October, and it's coming to the Switch 2
It will launch on October 23rd — almost a month ahead of GTA VI.
May 28th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 leaks, should be first COD on Switch 2
Ahead of the Xbox Games Showcase next week, Infinity Ward confirmed that it was hard at work on the next Call of Duty. Now, the key art for the new game has leaked, revealing what we all expected -- another Modern Warfare game.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 is Co-Developed by Warzone Mobile Studio
The PC version will also feature DLSS 4.5 support alongside other upscaling options and extensive ray tracing across all modes.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Revealed With DMZ, Release Date, and Nintendo Switch 2 Version Confirmed
Activision has finally revealed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, the next mainline entry in the first-person shooter franchise due out later in 2026.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Will Bring Players To Korea On October 23, Nintendo Switch 2 Players Included
Following a short teaser shared earlier today and the first indications that a reveal was imminent, it is now official: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be the next entry in the series, bringing players to South Korea when it launches on October 23 worldwide.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Donkey Kong 64 is finally coming to Nintendo Switch Online next week
Prior to last year's Donkey Kong Bananza, Rare's 1999 platformer was the sole 3D Donkey Kong game.
May 28th, 2026 — Source or Source or Source

Nintendo's Tomodachi Life Crashes Console Revenue Chart at #1, Outselling Fortnite and EA Sports FC 26 in April
Today, Newzoo, a dedicated source of video game industry market intelligence for PC and console markets, has released its April 2026 games market charts, tracking engagement and revenue performance across PC and console platforms, and the highlight was undoubtedly Nintendo's surprise hit, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Over half a Billion Pokemon games have been sold since 1996
While the Pokemon franchise is known best for its abundance of merchandise (making over $100 Billion off retailers alone), the company's video game efforts have been just as successful financially, with each mainline entry easily selling in excess of 10 million copies almost immediately. It therefore comes at little surprise that over the past 30 years, more than half a Billion copies of "Pokemon-related software" have been sold.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Overwatch Finally Gave Fans Something They've Been Asking For Since 2016
Blizzard's new commitment to story is serving up a meal of overdue relationship building
May 28th, 2026 — Source

RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic gets a surprise Switch 2 edition, upgrade $5 for current Switch owners
Surprising pretty much everyone, Atari unleashed RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic -- Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on the eShop yesterday. Available for either $29.99 as a full purchase or $5 for owners of the Switch 1 version, this new port brings higher resolution output and Joy-Con 2 mouse controls into the mix. In all honesty, that's outstanding and would make this the definitive console version, in my opinion.
May 28th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

These are my favorite Switch 2 accessories
My top picks will help you protect your console and have more fun while playing it.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Yoshi And The Mysterious Book: The Kotaku Review
Even with cute creatures, some extremely creative ideas, and loads to do, there's something missing at the heart of Yoshi's latest adventure
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 24th, 2026

Here Are The Perfect Pokemon For Each Of Jesus Christ's 12 Apostles
Filled with the Holy Spiritomb
May 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Orders 20 Million Switch 2 Consoles for Fiscal Year 2027 -- Rumor
Despite forecasting 16.1 million consoles sold as of March 31st, 2027, Nintendo may be looking to meet more demands from fans.
May 24th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 22nd, 2026

Riot Games on Valorant DMA cheat firmware block: "Congrats to the owners of a brand new $6k paperweight"
Valorant crackdown on sophisticated hacks using SATA and NVMe DMA cheat firmware
May 22nd, 2026 — Source

Rumor -- Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition for Switch 2 has its release date leaked
According to the mostly reliable billbil-kun, Sega is gearing up to release Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 on June 23rd, 2026. While not formally announced by Sega yet, billbil-kun claims the game is set to appear at Sony's recently announced "State of Play" presentation set for June 2nd, 2026. Alongside other PlayStation 5 announcements will be third-party games, many of which are heading to different consoles.
May 22nd, 2026 — Source

Switch 2 Demand Holds Firm After $50 Price Hike: Nintendo Orders 20 Million Units as Analyst Says Buyers Will Adjust
Bloomberg reports today that Nintendo is quietly raising its Switch 2 production quota to 20 million units for this fiscal year, a 20% increase over the 16.5 million units publicly outlined in the latest financial report that was released earlier this month. Nintendo is used to sharing very conservative estimates that are then handily beaten by the actual results.
May 22nd, 2026 — Source

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild soundtrack vinyl collection delayed to September
Nintendo and Laced Records have announced that the release of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild soundtrack vinyl collection will be delayed.
May 22nd, 2026 — Source

Yoshi's New Switch 2 Game Is a Lovely Nintendo Wildlife Expedition
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book makes me think of my backyard, and Borges.
May 22nd, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 21st, 2026

I tested several cases for the Switch 2 and these are the best
Including cases that protect your Switch 2 as you play, and others that can keep it scratch-free during transit.
May 21st, 2026 — Source

LEGO teases mysterious retro Donkey Kong set
A teaser for a new Donkey Kong release has been shared across LEGO's social media accounts.
May 21st, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 May Get Genshin Impact Soon, 5 Years After It Was Supposed To Launch On Its Predecessor
Genshin Impact is a game that changed free-to-play games forever, its scope rivaling that of AAA premium releases. Following its release in late 2020, the game is still going strong with new content released regularly, but new characters and regions may not be the only thing on the horizon, as a Nintendo Switch 2 version could be in the works, according to datamined information.
May 21st, 2026 — Source

Review -- Bubsy 4D on Switch 2
You know the days of the mascot platformer are far from over when Bubsy Bobcat has somehow returned. You may, or may not, recognize the maligned feline from some of the most disdained platformers of the '90s. The unfortunately one-sided match-up that was the fascinatingly disastrous Bubsy 3D on PlayStation versus Super Mario 64 on N64 still stings to this day. However, everyone deserves a... 7th chance. That brings us to Bubsy 4D where Bubsy, in his midlife, and his family are tasked with tracking down balls of Golden Fleece to stop the Baabots from automating the natural world.
May 21st, 2026 — Source

The Pokemon Company In Japan Fights Scalpers By Demanding Government ID Checks To Buy Cards
For some reason the same restrictions will also be in place for entering Japanese Pokemon tournaments
May 21st, 2026 — Source or Source

Viture's refurb Luma Pro smart glasses are more than half off at eBay
These glasses are like a portable monitor. We've also found deals on Nintendo's official Switch 2 camera, and more.
May 21st, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 18th, 2026

Five New Virtual Boy Games Added To Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
Five classic Virtual Boy games have been added to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, including two extremely rare titles.
May 18th, 2026 — Source

Japan's Noto Satoyama airport is set to receive a Pokemon makeover as part of country's earthquake recovery efforts
As part of its nationwide earthquake recovery efforts, the Japanese government is looking to renovate a number of important structures with new themes to celebrate the country's strong lineage. One such building is the Noto Satoyama Airport, which is located in Japan's Ishikawa prefecture. Pokemon fans will want to take notice, because the airport is soon to be renamed the Noto Satoyama Pokemon With You Airport, which will feature all kinds of Pokemon branding and decorations.
May 18th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo is returning to Gamescom for 2026
In what is quickly becoming a tradition, Nintendo has announced it will be returning to Gamescom this year for the 2026 show. Set to take place between August 26th-30th, 2026, we don't have any other details about what will be present from The Big N. Last year, the company had a massive floor presence thanks to the then-upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 release, but by the time August rolls around, Splatoon Raiders will already be out in the wild.
May 18th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's Ongoing Pokemon Patent Lawsuit Takes Another Hit
The company is targeting games like Palworld through patents, and it's not working out
May 18th, 2026 — Source

Unreal Engine 5.8 Cracks Nintendo Switch 2's Biggest Bottleneck With New Lumen Mode Hitting 60 FPS On Handhelds
Over the past few months, Epic has been hard at work addressing the performance issues seen in previous versions of Unreal Engine 5, and the work is far from complete. Unreal Engine 5.8, whose preview version was released a few days ago, continues to prioritize performance advancements, moving MegaLights into full production and testing a new Lumen mode that sounds extremely promising on paper, targeting 60 FPS on all gaming systems, handhelds included.
May 18th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 17th, 2026

The Entire Nintendo 64 Library Now Has Rollback Netcode
The noise you just heard was from thousands of Super Smash Bros. players shouting with glee in unison
May 17th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 16th, 2026

Modder uses Nintendo Switch to boost aging 3D printer's speed by 90%, dropping 3DBenchy print time from 90 minutes to a mere 8 minutes and 41 seconds — enthusiast claims big quality improvements by using jailbroken quad-core console
If you have an older printer like the Prusa MK3S here, this kind of tinkering can have dramatic results.
May 16th, 2026 — Source

New Super Mario Bros. Wii shown running in Google Chrome
Dolphin WASM gets WebGPU backend progress with Wii game shown in Chrome
May 16th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 15th, 2026

Nintendo DS' bestselling game, New Super Mario Bros., turns 20 today
A flagship Nintendo DS title, New Super Mario Bros., is celebrating its 20th birthday today.
May 15th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo eShop Continues Its War Against Quality With This Dead Space And Gears Of War Knockoff
We have Gears of War at home.
May 15th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Is Beating EA At Its Own (Cozy) Game
The latest installment of Tomodachi Life is a dream come true for players who are sick of overpriced cozyslop.
May 15th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Was Doubted Over Unreal Engine 5 Performance, Yet Yoshi and The Mysterious Book Is About To Test That Skepticisism
With some of its core features like Lumen and Nanite, Unreal Engine 5 is a demanding game engine that often struggles to run properly on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, so it's not surprising to see that very few games powered by the Epic engine are available on Nintendo Switch 2. However, this could change in the future, as Yoshi and The Mysterious Book will be powered by Unreal Engine 5, a first for a first-party Nintendo game.
May 15th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 14th, 2026

After Decades, Pokemon Finally Got Me To Look At It In A New Way
Pokemon Champions has its problems, but it has done its job for at least one trainer
May 14th, 2026 — Source

BioShock creator Ken Levine believes the Switch 2 proves graphics are entering 'diminishing returns'
In a new interview with IGN, BioShock creator Ken Levine was asked questions about his work on games such as System Shock 2, BioShock, and the upcoming Judas, as well as how he feels about the industry as a whole. While discussing artistic value in different games, Levine stated that he believes that Nintendo's approach to games, and specifically the Switch 2, prove that the medium has reached a point of "diminishing returns" when it comes to visuals.
May 14th, 2026 — Source

Kadokawa Reaffirms Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods Launching in 2026, While we Wait for an Official Release Date
Days after a Canadian retailer seemingly spilled the beans on Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition's release date on the Nintendo Switch 2, developer FromSoftware's parent company, Kadokawa, published its earnings results for its 2025 fiscal year that ended this past March 31. Though Kadokawa didn't spill the beans on an official release date, it did reaffirm that both the Tarnished Edition, and The Duskbloods are due to arrive at some point this year.
May 14th, 2026 — Source

Last Year's Best Bullet Hell Shooter Is Now On Switch 2, Where It Always Belonged
Sektori is an incredible evolution of Geometry Wars, and now it's primed to expand its audience on Switch 2.
May 14th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo clarifies hardware price rises were due to sustained component and market costs
"We felt that the profitability of our hardware would suffer significantly if we maintained our existing pricing" says firm's president
May 14th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Shifts The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Movie Release Date
Nintendo has announced a change to the release date of its live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, which will launch earlier than previously expected.
May 14th, 2026 — Source

Jack Bros. headlines five new games available for Switch Online Virtual Boy app
With no buildup or hype, Nintendo uploaded five more games to the Switch Online Virtual Boy app last night. Among the games is Jack Bros., a rather solid dungeon crawler/maze game from Atlus that technically takes place in the Shin Megami Tensei series. I'm not really sure if you can call any game on the Virtual Boy a hidden gem as the entire library has been hidden for decades, but it is a standout title on the console.
May 14th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

We're going to be watching the Legend of Zelda movie sooner than expected
Unless you've been staying off the internet and running past all theaters with a bag over your head for the past few years, you'll probably be aware that Nintendo is very much in the movie business these days. And while The Super Mario Galaxy Movie likely won't stop inhaling money for a while yet, the company's focus will be on generating hype for next year's live-action Zelda movie, which is now coming out a bit earlier than planned.
May 14th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 11th, 2026

Hell is Us officially announced for the Nintendo Switch 2
Officially released late last year, Hell is Us is a 3rd-person melee focused action-adventure title which arrived to high praise, marking it as one of publisher Nacon's best-rated games of all time. While Nacon itself is currently going through some issues, the publisher has officially revealed that Hell is Us will be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Leaker reveals half a dozen Nintendo Switch 2 titles currently in the works
In an unexpected announcement last week, Nintendo officially unveiled Star Fox: A remake of the 1997 N64 classic coming to Switch 2 in just over a month's time. While a surprise to many, the title was technically leaked prior to its official announcement. According to the same insider, half a dozen other secret titles are currently in the works, including a new 3D Mario game scheduled for 2027.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

My Nintendo Store Does The Social Network Meme With Name Change
There's a new name on the way for My Nintendo Store, the online site where people can purchase digital Switch and Switch 2 games, buy accessories, as well as redeem rewards with Platinum Points. Starting May 27, the official moniker will be Nintendo Store, according to Nintendo of America on X. Basically, the video game company is mimicking the meme from The Social Network movie, in which Justin Timberlake's character tells Mark Zuckerberg to drop "The" from "The Facebook," because "it's cleaner."
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Investors Panic About Switch 2 Prices And Silence Around Big Game Announcements
The lack of a Mario or Zelda on the horizon is costing Nintendo dearly
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo president states Switch 2 price increase won't cover 'all cost increases'
As part of its financial results presentation last Friday, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa stated that the upcoming price increase for the Switch 2 will not cover "all cost increases" associated with manufacturing the console. For those unaware, Nintendo announced last week that the price of the Switch 2 will be increasing $50 in the US to $499.99 on September 1st, 2026. It will also be increasing in other regions in accordance with local currency, though Japan's price increase will take effect on May 25th, 2026.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo shares updated sales stats for all its Switch games
The Nintendo Switch generation has been massive for the console maker, with many of their first-party titles easily selling in excess of 10 million copies. With the Switch 2 closing in on its 1 year anniversary, Nintendo has shared an updated list of its game sales -- confirming that multiple titles are nearing major milestones.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Stock Continues To Dive Following Low Switch 2 Sales Predictions
Investors aren't happy with Nintendo's pessimistic outlook for the Switch 2 over the next financial year.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Stock Craters 12% After Switch 2 Price Hike and Bleak FY27 Forecast, Yet Furukawa Shrugs Off Momentum Fears
Nintendo's share price took a 12% hit over the weekend following the confirmation of a price hike for the Nintendo Switch 2 set to go into effect this September, but that wasn't the only reason for the double-digit decline. An admittance that Nintendo's biggest titles are taking longer to make, forecasting that Switch 2 sales will actually go on a decline in the next year, and an admittance that memory shortages, tariffs, and longer development cycles for major titles are all major challenges for the company played their part in that stock decline. But president Shuntaro Furukawa isn't phased.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Is Getting a $50 Price Hike to $499.99 in September — Memory Shortage Blamed
Consoles getting cheaper over time used to be one of the reliable constants in consumer electronics. Nintendo just made it official that this generation, that's not happening: the Switch 2 is going up $50 in the United States, from $449.99 to $499.99 effective September 1, 2026. Canada, Europe, and Japan are all seeing similar adjustments, with Japan getting hit first on May 25 and taking the largest relative hit with a ¥10,000 increase.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 nears 20 million consoles sold in its first year
After years of leaks, rumours and speculation, the Nintendo Switch 2 finally released in June of 2025 to strong sales from the get-go; owing to the console maker ensuring that they had plenty of stock ready for launch. With the 'next-gen' system nearing its 1 year anniversary on the market, Nintendo has revealed that Switch 2 is closing in on 20 million units sold.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 9th, 2026

Nintendo's Takashi Tezuka Reinvented The Legend Of Zelda Without Overthinking It
Originally an outsider to gaming, Tezuka's otherworldly influences extended far beyond what arcade halls alone could offer
May 9th, 2026 — Source

Nirvanna The Band's Classic Wii Shop Wednesday Song Gets An Amazing Update For The Nintendo Switch
Reassuring for fans of Ninja JaJaMaru-kun but bad news for fans of Ninja Gaiden 3
May 9th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 8th, 2026

Acclaimed producer Takashi Tezuka announces retirement from Nintendo
In a move that seems surreal to me as a lifelong Nintendo fan, acclaimed producer Takashi Tezuka has announced that he will be retiring from Nintendo on June 26th, 2026. Having worked with the company for 42 years now, he was the director of games such as Super Mario Bros. 3, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, and Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island. Following the '90s though, he stepped into a producer role and helped guide the company on games such as Animal Crossing, Luigi's Mansion, and pretty much every Mario game.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Almost 20 Million Switch 2s Have Been Sold, But Nintendo Worries About The Future
The new console has also sold nearly 50 million games in its first nine months
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Legendary Nintendo Designer Takashi Tezuka Retires After 42 Years Of Working On Mario, Zelda, And More
The co-creator of Yoshi will no longer be an executive director at the Japanese firm
May 8th, 2026 — Source or Source or Source

Looks Like PlayStation 2 Will Remain Best-Selling Console of All Time, as Nintendo Switch Sales Drop Off
Nintendo has forecasted just 2 million more sales for its aging Switch 1 console over the coming financial year, leaving it still several million short of PlayStation 2's record-breaking total.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo announces price increase for Switch 2, effective September 1, 2026
As many had predicted for the past few months, Nintendo has announced a price increase for the Switch 2 in correlation to current economic difficulties. Effective September 1, 2026, the Switch 2 will be increasing in price by $50 for the base model, taking it from $449.99 to $499.99. The price increase is coming to other regions, as well. In Canada, the console will go for $679.99, with Europe increasing to €499.99. The company doesn't mention whether bundle pricing will be affected, though I assume that is the case too.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Announces Switch 2 Price Rise 'In Light of Changes in Market Conditions,' Issues Apology
Nintendo has announced price rises for Switch 2 consoles across the globe, blaming "changes in market conditions."
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Apologizes For Announcing A Switch 2 Price Hike Less Than A Year Into Its Life
Following the announcement of its most recent financial results, Nintendo has revealed a price increase for the Switch 2, due to impact customers as of September 1. From that date on, the Switch 2 will jump to $450, a 12.5 percent increase for a system that's not even a year old.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Expects Switch 2 Sales to Decline Year-on-Year, But Still Pace Ahead of Switch 1
Pokemon Pokopia and Tomodachi Life off to strong starts.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo FY sales soar 98.6% to $14.6bn following launch of Switch 2
Platform holder has factored in recent price revisions to console for hardware declines in FY27 forecast
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo hikes Switch 2 prices, revises console costs in Japan, US, Canada, and Europe
Original Switch lineup and Nintendo Switch Online subscription service also affected in Japan
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo is raising Switch 2 prices as chip crisis bites
The company revealed that it shipped 2.49 million Switch 2s this quarter, meaning it sold 19.86 million of the consoles in only three quarters over its last fiscal year. However, Nintendo is forecasting significantly lower sales of 16.5 million Switch 2s for the next full fiscal year.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Offers Free Games Prior to Switch 2 Price Hike
It wasn't a matter of if it would happen, only a matter of when.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Price Hike Confirmed: Handheld Console to Hit $499 in September
Our recent advice to purchase a Switch 2 before investors convince Nintendo to hike the price has proven prophetic, as the cost is officially going up in September. Alongside its latest earnings release, Nintendo announced plans to raise the price of the Switch 2 to $499.99 in the United States effective September 1, 2026. It also revealed price adjustments to several other territories and products.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Price Jumps to $499 In The US From September Due To The Impact Of Current Market Conditions
After months of speculation from former employees and suggestions from company executives, it is now official: the Nintendo Switch 2 price will increase worldwide starting this September in North America, Europe and Japan. The price of the Nintendo Online subscription is also increasing, although only for Japan and South Korea at this time.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 reaches 19.86 million units sold, PS5 rises to around 93.6 million shipped consoles
PS5 needs around 6.4 million more units to reach 100 million
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Storms Past 19.86M Units as Nintendo's Net Profits Increase by 98.6%, But FY27 Forecast Already Signals Decline
Nintendo has reported its financials for the end of its 2026 fiscal year, and while we're all still reeling from the official confirmation that the Nintendo Switch 2 will go up in price later this year, Nintendo can celebrate where the Switch 2 has gotten them so far. Per GamesIndustry.Biz, the new handheld hybrid console has officially reached 19.86 million units sold since it arrived last year, and its launch helped push a massive 98.6% increase in net sales compared to last year.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Trumpets Enormous Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Switch Sales, Despite Online Pricing Backlash
Nintendo has trumpeted the results of its controversial decision to sell Game Boy Advance titles Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen via the eShop for $20 each.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Pokopia bought by 1 in 5 Switch 2 owners, already ranks in the top 5 bestselling Pokemon spinoffs ever
Nintendo's latest financial report has revealed some staggering statistics regarding its popular social sim, Pokemon Pokopia.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

The future of game consoles is looking bleak
Nintendo has finally caved and raised the price of the Switch 2. That's a big deal.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 is getting more expensive later this year
When we reviewed the Switch 2 just after its launch last year, we warned that interested customers might want to buy in early, as the launch price could go up. That potential price hike became a reality today, as Nintendo announced the Switch 2's MSRP will increase to $499.99 on September 1, a $50 (and about 11 percent) increase from the $449.99 launch price.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Officially Getting A Price Hike In September
Nintendo announced the price hike in today's earnings release for the 2026 financial year, where ongoing hardware pressures continue to impact the company's bottom line. The pricing changes are being implemented "in light of changes in market conditions, and after considering the global business outlook," Nintendo said in a press release.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

The Nintendo Switch Refuses To Retire, And The PS2 Should Probably Be Nervous
The PlayStation 2's sales crown is in danger as the Switch gets closer to dethroning it.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Is Selling Like Hotcakes
In just two weeks, Nintendo's social life sim Switch exclusive sold over 3.8 million units.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Why Nintendo Expects Fewer Second-Year Switch 2 Hardware Sales
The hybrid system will see a price increase later this year in the US and other regions.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 7th, 2026

18 Pokemon You Probably Forgot Exist
Entrenched fans, you'll likely know 'em. But for everyone else? They may have flown under the radar.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Borderlands 4 Must Be "Fully Addressed" From A Consumer PoV Before Switch 2 Release, Says Take-Two
The looter shooter still has a bit of a journey ahead of it, but Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick still believes that a Switch 2 port is doable.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Buy a Switch 2 Now Before Investors Convince Nintendo to Raise the Price
If you've been thinking about buying a Switch 2 handheld, you may want to pull the trigger sooner than later. Nothing is etched in stone, but according to Bloomerberg, Nintendo could end up raising the price of its popular console after the company posts its earnings at the end of this week, a move that would be intended to appease investors amid a stock slump.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

New report suggests 62% of hardcore players aren't buying games at full-price anymore
In a new report published by IGN Entertainment in association with Kantar and UC Berkeley, it has been suggested that roughly 62% of hardcore players are no longer buying games at full-price. Listed under the "Generations in Play" title, the report was based on polling data from thousands of "highly-committed" players across the US, UK, and Australia. It sought to analyze diverging consumption habits between three generations of players, those being Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo announces new Star Fox game for Switch 2
Just as leaks predicted, Nintendo does have a new Star Fox game on the way. The new game, simply titled Star Fox, is a bit of a reset for the series, acting as a full modern remake of Star Fox 64 and reintroducing the core characters for a new audience.
May 7th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Nintendo announces 'Star Fox 64' remake for Switch 2
Not everyone is sold on Fox McCloud's new look.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 Star Fox Pricing
Following last night's surprise reveal of a new Star Fox game for Switch 2, Nintendo has now confirmed the game's price.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Drops a Surprise Star Fox Direct: SF64 Remake and New Game Announced for Switch 2
Nintendo has a long and proud tradition of announcing Star Fox games and then leaving the franchise to slowly rot on the vine for a decade. After Star Fox Zero on Wii U didn't exactly set the world on fire, the series has been dormant long enough that a new announcement now lands as a surprise. And Nintendo chose to make that announcement in the most Nintendo way possible: a shadow-dropped Direct no one saw coming.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo is selling the Switch 2 at a loss, so investors are asking for a hefty price hike
Are you concerned that the Nintendo Switch 2 simply isn't expensive enough? Probably not, but it's something that's worrying the company's investors. At a time when component prices are skyrocketing, a report claims the gaming giant is under pressure to increase the price of its handheld, which is being sold at a loss.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Star Fox Fans Can't Believe Nintendo is Remaking the Same Game Yet Again
Nintendo fans have been weighing in with their reactions to yesterday's surprise Switch 2 Star Fox reveal — and many can't believe the same game is getting yet another version.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2 Is Up for Preorder
Play it again for the first time.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Star Fox for Switch 2 hides a secret Easter Egg referencing an old Nintendo Power Player's Guide
Yesterday's surprise reveal of a Star Fox 64 remake for the Nintendo Switch 2 came with a hidden bonus, as repeat viewings of the Direct presentation have revealed a clever Easter egg.
May 7th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Star Fox on Switch 2 Costs $50, But You'll Have to Pay More for the Physical Edition
Better looking and supposedly funnier than the original Star Fox 64, this is a remake worth the asking price on the Switch 2.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Star Fox plush toys inbound for Japan in late June
Japanese toy manufacturer Sanei has announced a new line of merchandise starring the legendary Star Fox team.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Steins;Gate Is Getting a 'ReBoot' on 6 Platforms Including Nintendo Switch 2 This August
Steins;Gate Re:Boot finally has a release date in Japan. The new Steins;Gate remake is coming to PC and current-gen consoles, including Nintendo Switch 2, on August 20.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Take-Two CEO confirms that Switch 2 is not a 'primary' platform for the publisher
While the game was initially announced to be releasing on Nintendo Switch 2 roughly around the same time as its PC / home console counterparts, Borderlands 4 would later be indefinitely delayed, sparking concerns that the title might not make its way onto Nintendo's handheld hybrid. According to the CEO of Take-Two, Borderlands 4 is still coming to the system, even though Nintendo is not a "primary console platform" for the publisher.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — May 4th, 2026

Capcom executive explains how Pragmata's design was influenced by Western tastes, hints at bigger future for the IP
The recently released Pragmata has been a pretty big success for Capcom. While not capturing the same numbers as Resident Evil Requiem, the company has a veritable hit on its hands that could become a series in its own right. This is what Capcom USA COO Rob Dyer said at Iicon (a new gaming event similar to E3) this weekend.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

MotoGP 26 Interview -- Physics Model, Rider Based Handling, Rider Ratings, and More
Game director Matteo Pezzotti discussed quite a few subjects, including why Switch and Switch 2 versions don't have cross-play.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

Newly released Sonic Adventure concept art shows the cast with their 'classic' character designs
Sega has released never-before-seen concept art for Sonic Adventure, which shows some early versions of the game's characters and settings.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

Reggie Fils-Aime Defends Nintendo's Full-Price Forever Policy, Pointing to Kyoto Roots Most Gamers Never Consider
Long-time gamers know all too well that Nintendo has a rather unique policy when it comes to discounts for its exclusive games: they rarely, if ever, exist. Most of the time, you'll see Nintendo titles keeping their full price even years after their release, whereas every other platform, be it other consoles from Sony and Microsoft or PC itself, applies regular discounts for even the biggest games some time after their original launch.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

Reggie Fils-Aime opens up about time Amazon asked Nintendo to do something illegal
This past weekend, former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime gave a lecture at New York University as part of its Game Center Lecture series. Touching on a wide range of topics from his time at Nintendo, he recalled one particularly tense conversation he had with Amazon that explains why the company had such a tumultuous relationship with the retailer during the Wii and DS years. According to Fils-Aime, Amazon asked Nintendo to undercut the competition in regard to price, which is 100% illegal.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

Reggie Fils-Aime provides insight into why Nintendo rarely discounts its games
As part of a talk at the New York University Game Center this past weekend, former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime opened up about a number of topics ranging from his philosophy on business to his time at Nintendo. As you would imagine, one of those topics was about how Nintendo prices its software, which rarely (if ever) sees discounts as time goes on. While most people have assumed this already, it comes down to Nintendo feeling it doesn't need to lower prices as the quality of the software should speak for itself.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

The 30 Best Pokemon of All Time
All of them are the very best, like no one ever was.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 27th, 2026

An All-Time Classic SNES Emulator Returns With Plans To Change Everything
Super ZSNES is a revival of the 90s Nintendo emulator that shifts processing to the GPU
April 27th, 2026 — Source or Source

Final Fantasy XIV is officially heading to Switch 2 this August
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy XIV, its long-running second MMO in the Final Fantasy series, will be heading to Nintendo Switch 2 in August 2026. Revealed as part of director Naoki Yoshida's keynote speech for the Final Fantasy Fan Festival in Anaheim, California, the game will have an initial free month of early access to ensure server stability before service officially begins. It's unclear if that is happening in August, or July.
April 27th, 2026 — Source

Final Fantasy XIV Online officially announced for Nintendo Switch 2
So far, Square Enix have supported the Nintendo Switch 2 with quite a few titles, perhaps the most notable being the release of Final Fantasy VII Remake earlier this year. With its sequel Rebirth confirmed to also be heading to the handheld hybrid, Square Enix have now officially announced that the long-running and highly successful MMO Final Fantasy XIV is currently in development for Nintendo's platform.
April 27th, 2026 — Source

New Star Fox Title Launching in June, But April Reveal is Up in the Air -- Rumor
Insider NateTheHate says this could mean a "marketing pivot" from Nintendo, but remains highly confident in its release this June.
April 27th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions Review -- Confined Competition
While most folks play Pokemon relatively casually, simply catching critters that look cool and building whatever team suits their fancy, there's always been a more hardcore, competitive side to the franchise. This competitive aspect of Pokemon has traditionally been rather difficult to get into, but the Poke powers that be are looking to change that with Pokemon Champions, the recently released free-to-play battle-focused game designed to be the new home of the franchise's competitive scene.
April 27th, 2026 — Source

Star Wars soars into PowerWash Simulator 2 this summer
Even in a galaxy far, far away, power-wash services are needed to maintain the starfleet. In a new announcement this morning, developer FuturLab revealed that the next crossover DLC for PowerWash Simulator 2 will be a Star Wars pack. Containing five levels based around iconic locations and vehicles from everyone's favorite space opera, this latest DLC looks to continue the trend that started years ago with the original Powerwash Simulator.
April 27th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — April 26th, 2026

Final Fantasy 14 is Coming to Switch 2 in August, Nintendo Switch Online Not Required
A separate subscription is still required, but like other platforms, there's a free trial, with Shadowbringers set to be added.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

If You Played Pokemon Go, Your Activity Was Used For Way More Than You Think
Let's rewind to the good old summer of 2016, when Snapchat dog filters and the Mannequin Challenge dominated social media. And out in the real world, it was Pokemon Go that was the real sensation. People were wandering around every gas station parking lot and weird alleyway in the hopes of capturing a legendary cartoon monster. That was Niantic's viral AR game at its peak. But now, a decade later, it's turned out that a lot of that was actually helping the company capture location data, visually, to help delivery robots find their way along sidewalks.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 24th, 2026

Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Isn't Coming To Switch 2 (For Now)
Looks like Ubisoft is focusing on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S for the return of Edward Kenway.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Finally Puts Some Music On Spotify, But Don't Enjoy It For Too Long
A surprise drop of Super Mario Galaxy music seems to be a limited offer.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Hit With Lawsuit as Gamers Seek Cut of Billions in Tariff Refunds
Nintendo is facing a class-action lawsuit by gamers demanding a portion of tariff refunds that the company might receive from the U.S. government. In the lawsuit, plaintiffs allege that Nintendo did not the bear the full brunt of the Trump administration's tariffs that have been deemed illegal, and instead passed the elevated costs to consumers in the form of higher retail prices.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Development Shocked Even Nintendo Itself, Former Employees Believe, as Release Pipeline Faces PlayStation-Level Pressure
During the Nintendo Switch generation, Nintendo had no trouble delivering a steady stream of first-party games created using what is likely a reliable pipeline. Often, we have heard how the Japanese company likes to sit on completed games for months, only to release them when deemed appropriate, but this could become a thing of the past moving forward as the Japanese company's studios focus on the Nintendo Switch 2, according to what former employees Kit and Krysta revealed during their podcast.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem becomes fastest-selling entry in the series with 7 million sales in just two months
Resident Evil Requiem has been breaking records left and right for Capcom since its release in late February 2026. Now, the company has shared that the game has reached seven million total sales in just under two months, solidifying it as the fastest-selling entry in the storied series. The news comes from a social media post by the game's director, Koshi Nakanishi.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 23rd, 2026

Ecco The Dolphin: Complete will compile both Genesis titles, their 8-bit variants, and a new game into one bundle
Yesterday afternoon, developer A&R Atelier announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a compilation of games from Sega's long overlooked aquatic mammalian mascot. Combining the Genesis originals of Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time along with the 8-bit conversions and even the Sega CD releases, this is an all-in-one package for fans of the alien fighting dolphin. Not only that, but this release will see a new installment in the Ecco series after 26 years.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Final Fantasy VII Remake Runs On 8GB RAM Nintendo Switch Lite, After Modders Pull Off What Square Enix Never Attempted
Despite having been originally released on PlayStation 4, Final Fantasy VII Remake never made it to the original Nintendo Switch, debuting on the Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this year with one of the most impressive third-party ports we have seen to date. The last-generation Nintendo system, with some pointed modifications, however, can run the PC version of the game surprisingly well, even with the performance overhead of the Box64 + Wine translation layer required to get the PC version to run on an ARM-based system.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Five Annapurna Interactive games get Switch 2 releases
Free upgrades for Sayonara Wild Hearts and Lorelei and the Laser Eyes are available now.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

How To Get All Sableye Event Rewards In Pokemon Pokopia
Here's how to meet Sableye and earn new items in Pokemon Pokopia.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Update Expands Ability to Move Pokemon Centers
Pokemon Pokopia has a new update available on Switch 2, which upgrades your ability to relocate Pokemon Centers.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

This Co-Op Anime Adventure Couldn't Have Been Anything Else, Says Orbitals Team
GameSpot spoke with Orbitals' directors and managers about the upcoming anime-inspired, co-op adventure game.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream tops Japanese sales charts, outsells competition by wide margin
Nintendo's latest Switch release, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, has skyrocketed up the Japanese sales chart for its first week of sale. According to Famitsu's weekly sales report, not only is the life sim game incredibly popular, but it's absolutely stomping the competition when it comes to pure sales numbers.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book UK Preorders Include Bonus Tote Bag and Bookmark
Those preordering the game for Nintendo Switch 2 will now come with a bonus magnetic bookmark and tote bag.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 21st, 2026

Splatoon Raiders Has a Release Date And I Can't Believe I Have To Wait 'Til July To Hit Fish Guys With An Ink Axe
If you have the Nintendo Today app installed, you woke up this morning to a notification for the sort of news you might expect to see instead in something like a Nintendo Direct. Splatoon Raiders just got its first new trailer since its initial announcement last year, and a release date of July 23, 2026 served up alongside.
April 21st, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Splatoon Raiders is a Single-Player Treasure-Hunting Game, Out on July 23rd for Switch 2
Available to pre-order for $49.99, the adventure revolves around the Mechanic, who explores the Spirhalite Islands and fights Salmonids.
April 21st, 2026 — Source or Source

Splatoon Raiders Isn't Single-Player-Only After All
The franchise's first spin-off game launches in July.
April 21st, 2026 — Source

The Legend of Zelda Fans Are Trying to Guess a Secret Movie Character
The missing link.
April 21st, 2026 — Source

The Single-Player-Focused Spin-Off Splatoon Raiders Arrives in July 2026, Only on Nintendo Switch 2
A little less than a year ago from the time of this writing, Nintendo announced Splatoon Raiders, a single-player-focused spin-off of the popular multiplayer series. It was seemingly the natural next step from the single-player campaigns available in the mainline entries players had already enjoyed, and today, through the Nintendo Today! app, Nintendo revealed that it'll be arriving exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 later this year on July 23, 2026.
April 21st, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — April 17th, 2026

10 Hilarious Tomodachi Life Interactions That Show Why The Switch Life Sim Is On Another Level
'I study the cooking meth rule book every night before bed!' — Walter White
April 17th, 2026 — Source

After 13 years, we finally have a new game in the Tomodachi Life series! To celebrate, ten tracks from the new entry have been added to Nintendo Music.
Nintendo's subscription service for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 family of consoles, Nintendo Switch Online, includes a bunch of features for players to take advantage of. The ability to play games online, cloud saves, and most importantly, a library of classic retro titles all the way from the Nintendo Entertainment System to the Nintendo GameCube.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Here's How To Get All Your Filthy Tomodachi Life Videos Directly Off Your Switch
Nintendo might have blocked players from sending their Tomodachi Life content directly to their phones, but there are a few loopholes.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch Online -- Every Game Available in Nintendo's Subscription Service
Another event returns during Pokemon GO's Season of Memories in Motion! Initially held in July 2023, Riolu Hatch Day is back, and this time hopefully has some better Shiny Riolu rates this time. Also for this event, there will be a free Timed Research for all Trainers and a premium paid one will also be made available for purchase.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch spotted running Steam Linux ARM64 beta as Proton 11.0 ARM64 surfaces
Proton 11.0 ARM64 appears as Steam Linux ARM64 beta is shown on Nintendo Switch
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Pickmos Publisher Pulls Steam Page Following Pokemon Rip-Off Accusations
Pokemon fans have spent weeks accusing Pickmos of being a rip-off, and now, publisher Networkgo has stepped in, starting by taking down its Steam page.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Play-Asia has some new Animal Crossing Switch 2 accessories up for pre-order
If you're in the market for a new Nintendo Switch 2 case and happen to be a gigantic Animal Crossing fan, you might want to check out Play-Asia. Available as part of a new range of accessories, a bunch of Animal Crossing themed items are up for pre-order that include carrying cases, controllers, and even a pair of headphones.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Please Give My Decades-Old Pokemon Something Fun To Do
When Pokemon Champions was unveiled, my excitement gravitated towards one specific aspect: As cool as an official battle simulator sounded, support for Pokemon Home was the main selling point.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon-Palworld Clone Pickmos Pulled From Steam As Publisher Promises "Controversy-Free" Rework
Publisher Networkgo has yanked the controversial game from Steam.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Rumor: Starfield is seemingly headed to Switch 2 if Taiwanese rating is to be believed
With the Xbox floodgates officially open for ports to other consoles, it's not really surprising to hear that 2023 sci-fi open world game Starfield might be headed to Nintendo Switch 2. This is according to a rating found on the Taiwanese Entertainment Software Rating Board website, which was spotted by Universo Nintendo recently. If true, the game will release nearly three years after its Xbox debut, which recently lost console exclusivity to the PlayStation 5 port that came out this month.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Steam Runs On Nintendo Switch Using Valve's Proton Linux Beta
BlueSky user aagaming posted a proof-of-concept video that shows Steam running on the Nintendo Switch. This feat required lots of manual tweaking, but actual game support is fairly limited despite how far along Proton, the compatibility layer Valve has developed that allows Windows software to run on Linux-based operating systems, has come. This is because the Arm branch of Proton integrates FEX, a utility for running x86 games on Arm architecture, and the Switch kernel is simply not able to handle that
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Steam shown running on Nintendo Switch thanks to latest Proton Beta — FEX 2604 translates x86 to ARM-friendly instructions on Linux
Valve has released Proton 11.0-Beta1, but this perhaps inconsequential-sounding test version comes with something revolutionary -- support for Arm Linux devices. It isn't mainstream yet; it is a beta version, of course, but folks have already shown off the Steam UI running on a Nintendo Switch. So, Steam gaming support on more open gaming devices from brands like Retroid, AYN, and Ayaneo should be far easier.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 14th, 2026

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Update 3.0.2 Released
Leaf it alone.
April 14th, 2026 — Source

Blizzard brings 60FPS gameplay to Overwatch on Switch 2
While Overwatch has been available on the Nintendo Switch for a long time now, it was arguably the worst way to play the game. While PC players have access to infinite frame rates, and Xbox and PlayStation players had access to 60FPS, Overwatch on the Switch was limited to 30FPS, which is not ideal for a competitive first-person shooter. That changes this week with the new Switch 2 patch.
April 14th, 2026 — Source

The Legend Of Zelda And Helldivers Movies Get New Updates
Here's the latest on two of Sony's big upcoming video game movies.
April 14th, 2026 — Source

Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Was In Development For Almost A Decade
Also, there was quite the discourse about whether Miis should fart.
April 14th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 13th, 2026

Man Shot In Parking Lot In An Argument Over Pokemon Cards
The altercation left one man in hospital following surgery after the fight
April 13th, 2026 — Source

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy has been officially rated for the Nintendo Switch 2
As part of Marvel's renewed interest in the video games market, the superhero giant partnered with a number of different publishers and studios to develop a range of games based on their iconic legacy of characters. While this has led to major successes (with Insomniac's Spider-Man games) and infamous failures (such as the live-service Avengers title), the initiative also spawned a number of more forgotten projects. Fortunately, one of their most underrated releases -- Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy -- could be getting another chance at life, with the ill-fated 2021 title seemingly set to land on the Nintendo Switch 2 soon.
April 13th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Player Stripped Of His Win For Celebrating Too Much Calls Ruling A 'Clear Mistake'
Firestar73 was given a penalty during an Orlando tournament for an 'unsportsmanlike' pop-off
April 13th, 2026 — Source

UKIE: UK games market reaches £8.7bn in 2025
Growth driven by digital software and console hardware sales following launch of Nintendo Switch 2
April 13th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 11th, 2026

4 things I really want from the rumored 'Zelda: Ocarina of Time' remake (and a couple I don't)
It's not confirmed yet, and it might not even be real, but I want to believe.
April 11th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 9th, 2026

A maverick hacker got Mac OS X running on a Wii
Here's to the crazy ones.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

A Rare Early Version Of The NES Classic Punch-Out!! Has Been Unearthed
The winner of the $45,000 auction for the Punch-Out!! prototype was gracious enough to upload its contents online
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Bayonetta plushes coming soon as part of an upcoming merchandise collection
Gaming and anime merchandise retailer Iijan has revealed new Bayonetta plushes, which it says are part of a "first wave" of an upcoming series collection.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Before You Start Battling In Pokemon Champions, Checking The Battle Data Menu Is A Must
Learn from the playerbase to build your perfect team.
April 9th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse releases sometime in 2026, new gameplay trailer available
Konami has released a brand-new trailer for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, the upcoming new addition to the series after a 12-year hiatus. Developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin, the team behind Dead Cells, the trailer features commentary from Matt Houghton (Evil Empire) and an interpreter speaking on behalf of Tsutomu Taniguchi (Castlevania series producer) that reveals some details about the setting of the game. For starters, things will get very French as the team wanted to set the game in their home country.
April 9th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Digital Extremes on Warframe Switch 2: DLSS Was "Very Important", Renders as Low as 540p to Reach 60 FPS
In late March, Digital Extremes released a version of Warframe natively optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 console. The studio hailed it as a major improvement over the Switch version, not to mention a significant milestone: it meant the long-running free-to-play action game is now available on all the major gaming platforms. The Android version had launched in February, and the game was already available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and iOS.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Mac OS X Ported to Nintendo Wii In Wild Homebrew Hack
Open source developer Bryan Keller has released a functional Mac OS X 10.0 port for Nintendo Wii and shared the detailed process it took to make it happen. One of the last things to be addressed was functioning mouse and keyboard support on Wii, with earlier development all done with a separate MacBook laptop.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch Exclusive Rhythm Heaven Groove Gets Summer Release Date, Seemingly Backing Up Major Leak
Nintendo has revealed a release date for Rhythm Heaven Groove, which will debut on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 this summer.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch Online April Additions Include 3 NES Classics
The Nintendo Switch Online classic games catalog has today been updated with three more titles, including arcade favorite Pac-Man.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions Bug On Switch 2 Demands You Briefly Undock The System
And it's not a Bug-type Pokemon.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions Gave Us Trans Gallade And They're Already Taking Her Away
The developers are fixing several known issues in the bug-riddled game.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions Is Giving Fans The Big And Tiny Pokemon They Want To See
Cross your fingers that the game will add Wailord for some funny comparisons.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions Turned One Mega Evolution Into An Instant Win Button
Mega Hawlucha shows what makes competitive Pokemon cool as hell
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Update Released, Includes Fix for Missing Pokemon
Pokemon Pokopia has a new update available on Switch 2, with a fix for your missing creatures and habitats.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Rhythm Heaven Groove comes to Switch on July 2
It's the first new entry in Nintendo's quirky rhythm game series since 2015.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Rhythm Heaven Groove dances onto Switch on July 2nd
In typical unceremonious Nintendo fashion, the company has announced through Nintendo Today that Rhythm Heaven Groove will be dancing onto Switch on July 2nd, 2026. Likely one of the final Switch games to be released by Nintendo, it will be priced at $39.99 for both the physical and digital versions. That's a little odd considering Nintendo's new policy, but maybe that only applies to Switch 2 games.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Rhythm Heaven Groove Launches on July 2nd for Nintendo Switch
The series's first new title in 11 years is out this Summer for the Nintendo Switch, and could signal many more announcements to come.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Rumor: Notable Nintendo leaker states new Star Fox will be announced this mont
It seems the internet just can't let go of the idea that a new Star Fox game is coming. After claiming that Nintendo was working on a new entry for its long-absent space flight sim series, notable leaker Natethehate has clarified what he meant about Nintendo revealing a new Star Fox game soon.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 Can Likely Handle Crimson Desert At 30 FPS With DLSS, But It May Be a The Witcher 3 On Switch Case, Tech Experts Say
Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss recently confirmed it has begun research and development for a possible Nintendo Switch 2 version of the game. According to the tech experts at Digital Foundry, the current generation Nintendo console can likely handle the game at 30 FPS with acceptable image quality thanks to NVIDIA DLSS, but it may be similar to The Witcher 3 Switch port, where some changes were required to get the game running on hardware much weaker than the other consoles of the time -PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

World of Warcraft Fans Think Blizzard Is About to Try and Revisit Its Least Popular Expansion
Guess who's back, back again.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 8th, 2026

007 First Light Delayed For Switch 2
IO's Hitman game for Switch 2 had technical issues, and fans are hoping that won't also be the case for First Light.
April 8th, 2026 — Source or Source

007 First Light on Nintendo Switch 2 Has Been Delayed, But PS5 Players Can Enjoy a Special 007-Themed Controller
There's good news and bad news for those eagerly anticipating 007 First Light, the James Bond origin story from Hitman developer IO Interactive. If you own a PS5 and were looking forward to playing First Light next month, then you're in luck because you get the good news. If you were looking to play it on Nintendo Switch 2, then unfortunately, you get the bad news.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

007 First Light on Switch 2 delayed to Summer 2026, confirms IO Interactive
After announcing that 007 First Light, the first James Bond video game in 14 years, would be delayed into May 2026, IO Interactive has now confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 port of the game won't be launching alongside the other platforms next month. No, players on Nintendo's newest console will need to wait a bit longer to get their hand on Bond's grand return, with IOI stating it will be available "later this summer."
April 8th, 2026 — Source or Source

Assassin's Creed Shadows Update Adds PSSR 2.0 and Mouse & Keyboard Support on Switch 2
This week, Ubisoft Quebec has released a new Assassin's Creed Shadows update that adds support for PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) 2.0 on PlayStation 5 Pro and for mouse and keyboard on Nintendo Switch 2.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

James Bond Game 007 First Light Delayed on Nintendo Switch Until 'Later This Summer'
Shaken up.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

James Bond Is The Latest Major Switch 2 Port To Get Delayed
007 First Light won't arrive on Nintendo's hardware on time
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Next Star Fox Title Announcement Coming This Month -- Rumor
The "classic style" title allegedly launches this Summer for Switch 2, but Nintendo may not wait until then for a reveal.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Removing 'Thousands' of Super Mario Maker 2 Levels, Tells Fans They're 'Advertising'
Players still plugged into Super Mario Maker 2 have accused Nintendo of suddenly removing "thousands" of user-made levels, which the company has apparently claimed broke its rules on advertising.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo will announce a new Star Fox game this month, leaker claims
Towards the end of March, it was claimed that Nintendo has a secret new Star Fox game in development, coinciding with the character's appearance in the new Super Mario Galaxy movie. Now, the same leaker claims that the game will be announced later this month.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

No Man's Sky Is Adding Pokemon-Style Battles In Xeno Arena
Things have taken a Pokemon-like turn in the latest update for No Man's Sky.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

No Man's Sky now has Pokemon-style creature battles
Move along, Nintendo lawyers, nothing to see here.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

No Man's Sky XENO ARENA Update Goes Full Pokemon Style: Ranks, Leagues and More
Not even two months after the previous 'Remnant' patch, Hello Games is back with another massive No Man's Sky update titled XENO ARENA.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Players Are Losing Their Pokemon Trying To Transfer Them To Champions
A bug with the Home app is putting players' monsters in limbo
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions Bug Has Made Some Players Lose Access To Their Precious Monsters
An error can occur when transferring Pokemon from Pokemon Home.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions Has An Unexpected Trans Icon
Gallade is historically only male, but not in the Switch battle sim
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Fans Revolt As Champions Launches With Bugs, Limitations, And False Advertising
The battle simulator is supposed to be the future of competitive play, and no one seems happy about it
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia: One Month Later
The Switch 2 exclusive is already one of the best-selling games on the system, with more support hopefully on the way
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Sony announces new 'Playerbase' program
Over the years, we've seen various franchises paying homage to its fans through the implementation of certain figures' likenesses into the games, whether it be the inclusion of Miis in Mario Kart titles or 'Skyrim Grandma' Shirley Curry in the upcoming Elder Scrolls VI. Sony appears to be taking this concept to the next level, officially announcing their Playerbase program -- "bringing PlayStation's biggest fans into blockbuster PlayStation Studios games."
April 8th, 2026 — Source

The Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light is delayed until later this summer
IO Interactive's James Bond game will still hit other platforms on May 27.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

'This Really Feels Like a Beta Test' — Fans Criticize Free-to-Play Pokemon Champions, With Complaints Over Missing Features, Switch 2 Performance Issues and Its Limited Roster
Pokemon Champions is getting a mixed response from fans, who have criticized the newly-launched free-to-play game for its lack of features, performance issues and limited roster of creatures.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 6th, 2026

Competitive Pokemon Player Stripped Of Win After Celebrating Too Hard
Firestar73 was named second place in an Orlando tournament for 'unsportsmanlike' behavior
April 6th, 2026 — Source

It's Not A Switch 2 Mario Galaxy Bundle, But This Deal Is The Next Best Thing
You can save $20 on two of the greatest Super Mario games of all time when you buy a Switch 2 console.
April 6th, 2026 — Source

Miyamoto reportedly saw Donkey Kong as a 'human being, wearing a gorilla costume' for the original arcade classic
This past weekend saw the release of a treasure trove of classic Nintendo information from YouTube's own Gaming Historian. Norman Caruso, aka the Gaming Historian, announced his retirement after 18 years of making videos and revealed he was planning a documentary about the legendary Universal Versus Nintendo court case of 1983. Since he did a ton of research before realizing he didn't want to make videos anymore, he didn't want his scans of all the court documents to go to waste.
April 6th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Reveals A New Mario Galaxy Switch 2 Bundle Deal That Could Be Way Worse
The Mario Galaxy games are over a decade old
April 6th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 3rd, 2026

Bandai Namco Confirms Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition for Switch 2
Bandai Namco has officially announced that Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition will be coming very soon to Nintendo Switch 2. The improved version of the horror adventure sequel was originally released in 2021 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC, and now, almost five years later, it has finally been confirmed for Nintendo's new console as well.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Ex-Nintendo Sales Lead Explains The Three Factors Making A Switch 2 Price Hike 'Inevitable'
Trump's war on Iran could force the company's hand
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Every Mario Game on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in 2026
As one of Nintendo's most iconic characters, Mario is everywhere on the Switch. The plumber has had multiple releases every year since the system first came out with no signs of stopping, even as we head further into the Switch 2 era. Some of the best Mario games ever have launched on the Switch, like Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario Bros. Wonder.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Genki Covert Dock 3 Solves The Switch 2's Clutter Problem In One Plug
Genki is making your Switch 2 setup smaller, neater, and easier to carry.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Guide -- How to meet Ho-Oh and Lugia in Pokemon Pokopia
Undoubtedly one of the most surprising moments for many players just starting Pokemon Pokopia is getting to see Ho-Oh and Lugia for the first time. Those familiar cries overhead accompanied by the sound of massive wings flapping as they go by makes for a truly magical moment the first time it happens. That being said, they only stick around for a few seconds at most before dropping one of their feathers and disappearing. However, there's actually a way to call them down and speak to them!
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Modder gets M.2 SSD working on Switch 2 through microSD Express slot
Switch 2 recognizes 512GB M.2 SSD in new storage mod
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

New Super Mario Bros Ace Trick Discovered After 40 Years To Break Speedrun Records
After an Arbitrary Code Execution (ACE) was found in the Japanese-only Lost Levels sequel, an ACE exploit has been found in the original Super Mario Bros. 40 years after its original release. Both glitches are only possible on the original Famicom Disk System hardware or emulators, since the memory of the Nintendo Entertainment System cannot be as easily rewritten, and presents an unbeatable Minus World glitch to its players. The process for this glitch is unrelated to the additional "lost levels" which can be found in The Lost Levels, but requires a similar high-level degree of game state manipulation and frame-perfect inputs.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Price Expected to Rise, Says Former Employee
According to a former sales lead at Nintendo, the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to increase, and he believes this is an unavoidable move because of what is happening in the memory market.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's FAQ reveals why players will enjoy Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on Switch 2
Nintendo recently uploaded an FAQ for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, the upcoming new game in the cult-classic series. Scheduled for release on April 16th, 2026, there have been some questions about what Nintendo Switch 2 users can expect in terms of upgrades when they play on Nintendo's latest hardware. There was also a concern over the limit of Miis available on each island or how save files will work across different users. Thankfully, we now have official answers.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Pokemon GO's Season of Memories in Motion's Fashion Raid Day event guide
Pokemon previously featured in Fashion Week events are returning for April's Raid Day event. In addition to their return, their shiny rates will be boosted too!
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Princess Peach Was The Best Character In Super Mario Bros. 2
It didn't take long for Nintendo's damsel in distress to steal the show
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Schrödinger's Switch 2: Is it failing or soaring? | Opinion
One week Nintendo's console misses targets, the next it soars after the launch of Pokopia -- are the company's superb creative teams carrying it over strategic missteps?
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Super Mario Run celebrates the Super Mario Galaxy Movie with a new special event
Against all odds, Super Mario Run is still trucking along despite launching nearly 10 years ago. In the latest update for the game, version 3.4.0, Nintendo has started a new event to promote the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, which hit theaters nationwide on April 1st, 2026. Running from today until May 29th, 2026, players will have the chance to unlock a bunch of different statues and place them around their Mushroom Kingdom to show off. Wahoo!
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Take a load off with this incredible Pokemon Psyduck bean bag chair
Announced roughly a month ago, The Pokemon Company and Japanese furniture company Cellutane revealed a new collection to their Pokemon furniture lineup: a giant Psyduck bean bag chair. Colored a bright yellow and adorned with everyone's favorite confused duck's face, the bean bag chair is absurd in all the best ways. Who doesn't want to relax with Psyduck?!
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

The people are yearning for classic 'Legend of Zelda.' Here's how to join the fun.
Nintendo's most legendary series is having a bit of a moment in 2026.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' review: Death is coming for us all
The Super Mario Bros. are back, but why like this?
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games: Release Dates for 2026 and Beyond
Time to build up your library.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Why A Switch 2 Price Increase May Be "Inevitable"
"Unfortunately, I think eventually the hardware price is going to have to go up."
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 2nd, 2026

An 'immersive' Pokemon Pokopia space has opened in central London
To celebrate the recently released Pokemon Pokopia, The Pokemon Company has opened a Pokopia-themed "immersive space" right in the middle of central London at "The Mount" in Acton. Running from now until September 30th, 2026, the spot is free for fans to attend and includes a number of Pokopia standees alongside topiaries, living walls, and terrariums.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Global Helium Shortage and High Oil Prices Will Eventually Push The Nintendo Switch 2 Price Up, According to Former Sales Lead
The Nintendo Switch 2 price has remained stable since its launch last year, but it will eventually go up according to a former Nintendo sales lead, as hardware production costs are skyrocketing due to high oil prices amidst a situation already made challenging by high RAM prices due to the AI boom and tariffs.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source or Source

Little Nightmares 2 Enhanced Edition Coming To Switch 2 This May
It's time to relive Mono's harrowing adventure, and even take it with you if you can't put it down, thanks to the Switch 2's handheld mode.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Look, I'm Not A Furry, But When I See Fox McCloud, I Get It
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie better not awaken anything in me
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Games and Compatibility -- Every Confirmed Switch 2 Game and Compatibility Guide
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the next generation of Nintendo's hybrid console, and there are already a slew of games available exclusively for the new device. But with the original Nintendo Switch closing in on a decade since its release, and the OG hybrid console being one of the best-selling consoles ever made, there are still millions of players who haven't made the upgrade yet.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

New Yoshi-Themed Merch Now Available for Preorder at My Nintendo Store UK
Nintendo's pop up store selection continues to grow.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Puma and Pokemon Team Up for a 30th Anniversary Collection, and It's Available From Today
Perfect for your wardrobe!
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Quanscient and Haiqu run the most complex quantum fluid simulation yet, on IBM's Heron R3
A new quantum algorithm ran a 15-step nonlinear fluid simulation around a solid obstacle on real quantum hardware, the most physically complex publicly documented demonstration of its kind. The technique reduces qubit requirements and circuit depth, bringing industrial CFD applications closer to feasibility.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Remember the Switch 2's Mysterious C Button? Nintendo Is Trying to Tempt You With Platinum Points and User Icons Just to Press It, Now GameChat Is a Premium Feature
Remember the Switch 2's Mysterious C Button? Nintendo Is Trying to Tempt You With Platinum Points and User Icons Just to Press It, Now GameChat Is a Premium Feature
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Super Mario Creator Says Nintendo Can Only Reach So Many People With Games
The gaming industry continues to face headwinds, as even seemingly money printing enterprises like Epic Games haven't been immune from massive layoffs. Nintendo, though, has found itself on better footing thanks to its recent efforts to diversify the ways people can access its characters and gaming worlds by using movies and theme parks. Shigeru Miyamoto, the man behind Mario, told Polygon this approach is necessary to widen its audiences beyond what's possible with just gaming consoles.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

The Original Super Mario Bros. Is Still Hiding Secrets 40 Years Later
Speedrunners have uncovered a massive new glitch
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

The Rumored New Star Fox Game Needs This One Big Change If It's Going To Succeed
Keep the classic on-rails shooting, but add variety to each attempt at taking out Andross.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

USPTO rejects Nintendo's "summon and fight" Pokemon patent as Palworld battle continues
The non-final ruling rejects all 26 claims in Nintendo's controversial gameplay patent
April 2nd, 2026 — Source or Source

Gaming — Nintendo — April 1st, 2026

All Pokemon Pokopia Mystery Gift Codes And Rewards
Here are all the codes you can use to earn free mystery gifts in Pokopia.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Don't Expect A Super Smash Bros. Movie Any Time Soon, Says Miyamoto
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's cameos are not, he says, the beginning of a Nintendo Cinematic Universe
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Everything You Need To Know About Super Mario Galaxy's Post-Credits Scenes
Does the movie tease new characters or a Super Smash Bros. crossover? Find out here
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Can Reach "Only So Many People" With Games, Miyamoto Admits
There is a reason Nintendo produces toothbrushes and movies.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Doesn't Have Plans for a Super Smash Bros. Movie For Now
Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri noted that cameos like Fox McCloud are more for fun rather than any larger ambitions for crossovers.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Nintendo is weathering the storm
The games industry is being rocked by layoffs, rising prices, and studio closures. Then there's Nintendo.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Loses Yet Another Battle In Its Pokemon Patent Trolling
The U.S. Patent Office has rejected one of the vital patent claims in the company's fight against Palworld
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Tips: How To Turn On Boost Mode (And Why You Might Want To)
Nintendo's ninth-generation console is packed with features and settings designed to improve the Switch 2's performance. Although many of those features were included in the console on launch, like the custom integrated Nvidia DLSS processor, another new feature was added through a system software update. That feature is called Handheld Mode Boost.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's crusade against Palworld just got a reality check from the US Government as "summon and fight" patent rejected
All 26 claims under the controversial patent have been deemed unoriginal in a non-final ruling
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Go April 2026 Events: Raid Bosses, Community Day, And More
Pokemon Go is celebrating the second month of its Memories in Motion season with a slew of different events. Here's everything happening in April.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Go Has a Brilliant April Fool's Day Surprise — And The Best Part is It's Not a Joke
Finally unmasked.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Led to Nintendo Switch 2 UK Sales Growing by 154 Percent in March
This milestone has ultimately led to Nintendo accounting for more than half of all console sales in the UK for the month of March.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Shigeru Miyamoto Says Nintendo Had a 'Vague Idea' of Peach and Rosalina's Relationship in Super Mario Galaxy, to Which the Movie Finally Gives 'Some Meat'
Creator also expected "significant resistance" to Star Fox.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

The 'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' Has Credits Scenes. Here's What They Hint At
You'll want to stick around for the credits to see where the Nintendo cinematic universe might go next.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

US patent office revokes Nintendo patent central to Palworld lawsuit
Late last year, the US Patent Office opened up a 're-examination' of a patent that gave Nintendo ownership over a common videogame mechanic -- summoning an NPC to fight for you. Now months later, this process has resulted in the patent being revoked.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

US Patent Office Revokes Nintendo's Controversial Patents for Summoning and Battling Characters
The legal battle between Nintendo and Palworld creator PocketPair just become even more interesting. Last year, Nintendo was able to get approval for patents around summoning and battling characters that were immediately controversial, so much so that some lawyers said the approvals "should not have happened, full stop." Two months later, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) moved to re-examine those patents, and now, those patents have officially been revoked.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 31st, 2026

All Pokemon Pokopia Food, Cooking Recipes, And Effects
Here's how to cook the various food recipes in Pokopia and the benefits they provide.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Ed Sheeran Turned Down Fortnite Concert, Collaborated With Pokemon Instead
Play.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Fallout 4 Switch 2 Gets Minor Improvements with "DLSS Light", According to Digital Foundry
The Switch 2 version of Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition did not launch with support for NVIDIA DLSS, but Bethesda Game Studios added it with an update released last week. The official changelog says that DLSS is now available in both 40FPS and 60FPS modes, improving image quality and performance. It is also automatically deactivated during UI-heavy menus, like when using the Pip-Boy.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Mario Kart World Gets Bob-omb Blast Game Mode in Latest Update
The returning game mode revolves around players bursting each others' balloons by lobbing Bob-ombs at each other to score points.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

NES-inspired synthesizer doubles as a working game console — luggable polyphonic synth plays chip tunes and NES cartridges, too
Fancy a bit of NES retro gaming after a music session? The NES-SY2.0 has you covered.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's Changing Mario Kart World Again, Rebalancing Items and Adding Bob-omb Blast Battle Mode
Here we go.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Price Hike or Discount? Nintendo's Changes to Physical and Digital Game Pricing Have Analysts Split, Too
The impacts will spread beyond just Nintendo games.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 are Tetris 99's 52nd Maximus Cup theme
As if this week wasn't big enough for Super Mario Galaxy fans, Tetris 99 is now joining in the celebration. The game's 52nd Maximus Cup will be themed to Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2. The new background includes Galaxy 2's cover art along with some nice key artwork of Rosalina and the Lumas.
March 31st, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

The New Mode Isn't The Most Important Thing In Mario Kart World's New Patch
The Switch 2 kart racer is nerfing one of its most annoying items
March 31st, 2026 — Source

There's an IKEA Crossover Coming to Pokemon Pokopia
See it before its shelved.
March 31st, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — Nintendo — March 24th, 2026

13 Years of Warframe: The Shadowgrapher Update, Nintendo Switch 2 Version, and Plenty More to Come
"You gotta keep your mouth shut, because it's too hype."
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Four of Nacon's Studios Have Now Filed For Insolvency
After French publisher Nacon filed for insolvency last month, and after reports of its Cyanide, Spiders, and Kylotonn studios being placed under receivership just yesterday, we've now learned that those same three studios, and Nacon Tech, a motion capture company within Nacon, have also filed for insolvency.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo cuts Switch 2 production amid weakening console sales
Output is reportedly being reduced from six million to four million units, despite the console's record debut.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Reducing Switch 2 Production After Weaker-Than-Expected Holiday - Report
Though the console had a successful launch, it reportedly didn't meet the company's expectations.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo reportedly adjusting Switch 2 production after weak holiday sales
Sources say lower production volume is expected to continue in April
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Reportedly Cuts Switch 2 Production By More Than 30% Following Weak Holiday Sales
This morning, Bloomberg reports that Nintendo is cutting Switch 2 production by more than 30% for this quarter. The original plan was to make 6 million units of the new hybrid console, but Nintendo allegedly revised this down to 4 million units following weaker-than-expected Holiday sales, especially in the United States.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo slashes Switch 2 production by 30% following weak holiday sales
Metroid Prime 4 took some of the blame
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Fall Short, Production Cut Reportedly Reduced
According to Bloomberg, the Nintendo Switch 2 sold less than expected during the holiday season, especially in the United States. Because of this, Nintendo has reportedly decided to cut production from six million units to four million units for the current quarter.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 Production Cut 33% Following Weak Holiday Sales, Report Claims
Console trailing expectations, particularly in the U.S.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions April 8 Release Date And New Gameplay Details Revealed
Pokemon Champions is out soon for Switch consoles.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions Arrives on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 Next Month, Mobile Version "Also on the Way"
Pokemon Champions is a new Pokemon game dedicated to fighting and battling Pokemon that was showcased at the July 2025 Pokemon Presents and was once again shown off at the February 2026 Pokemon Presents just weeks ago.
March 24th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Pokemon Champions Is Coming Out Real Soon, And It Seems Kind Of Complicated
The battle simulator is coming to Switch in April, but a mobile version is planned for later this year
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Champions is coming to the Nintendo Switch on April 8th
The game's Pokemon Home connectivity will make it way easier to build teams with your favorite monsters.
March 24th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Pokemon Champions releases on April 8th for Switch 2
The wait is almost over — Pokemon Champions finally has a release date! Thanks to today's bit of news, we've also learned about some new abilities and when we can expect Champions to take over as the official game for the VGC.
March 24th, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Report: Nintendo Is Slashing Switch 2 Production By A Third After Poor U.S. Sales
A disappointing holiday season and lack of big new games is hurting the console
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil producer thanks fans on the series' 30th anniversary, promises 'more wonderful experiences' to come
Capcom shared a heartfelt message to the Resident Evil fanbase as the franchise turned 30, written by Executive Producer Jun Takeuchi.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Switch 2 demand reportedly dropping, Nintendo to reduce production by a third
A report has shed some light on Nintendo's Switch 2 expectations and production plans, with the hybrid console not doing so well over the holidays.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Hands-On Impressions -- Same Silliness, Fresh Sims Seasoning
The Switch 2 is having a bit of a cozy moment right now, with Nintendo delivering a major update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons and the unexpectedly excellent Pokemon Pokopia in recent months and now they're dipping back into their cozy bag of tricks with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. While the last Tomodachi Life was a surprising success, moving nearly 7 million units on the 3DS, not many expected a follow-up to the Mii-focused life sim as it felt like the series' moment had kind of come and gone. Of course, Nintendo marches to the beat of their own drum and none of their franchises can ever be said to be truly dead.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 22nd, 2026

Mario Kart Tour Now Rated 18+ In Some Places As Regulators Crack Down On In-Game Gambling
North American ESRB ratings are bucking global trends
March 22nd, 2026 — Source

Nikkei says Nintendo is planning an EU Switch 2 with removable battery
Nikkei says Nintendo is planning an EU Switch 2 with removable battery
March 22nd, 2026 — Source

Starfield is Still in Development for Switch 2, But "It Hasn't Been a Smooth Process," Says Insider
After rumors about the port possibly not happening, there's now a faint glimmer of hope for Bethesda's space-faring RPG on Switch 2.
March 22nd, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 21st, 2026

5 Clever Nintendo Switch Controller Accessories You Can 3D Print At Home
The Nintendo Switch needs no introduction. While other consoles chase the best graphics at the highest frame rate, the original Nintendo Switch had only 4GB of RAM and went on to become one of the best-selling consoles of all time. It was so good one could argue that the Nintendo Switch 2 was just a victory lap for Nintendo: Bigger, better, but same Switch vibes under the hood. Part of that success must be attributed to its unique removable Joy-Con controllers — once you get past their shortcomings, that is. They're famously unergonomic for any hands but children's, and prone to stick drift, among other issues. Luckily, those things — and others — can be fixed with a 3D printer.Read More: https://www.slashgear.com/2124422/clever-switch-controller-accessories-to-3d-print-at-home/
March 21st, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 overhaul could bring a removable battery — new revision aims to comply with the EU's Right to Repair regulations
Say goodbye to expensive battery replacement?
March 21st, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia is the Best Reason to Pick Up a Switch 2 Right Now, So Here's Your Best Options Available
When a new console launches, the majority of the conversation is defined by its specs. "Does it hit 60 frame-rates per second?" "How much RAM does it have?" "What's its resolution?" But, as we've seen since the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, the hardware is only as good as the worlds it invites you to inhabit.
March 21st, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil's Big Nintendo Swing and a Miss
That time they put an entire PlayStation game on a Game Boy cartridge...
March 21st, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 20th, 2026

A new Nintendo Switch 2 could be the poster child for replaceable batteries
Nintendo reportedly plans to launch a Switch 2 revision in the EU that offers easier battery swaps.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Belkin Charging Case Pro for Switch 2 review: A more elegant solution
A more sophisticated battery pack is nice, but it's also more expensive so it may not be ideal for everyone.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Buzzfeed Says Its New AI Slop Games Are Inspired By Nintendo
The once viral home of 'The Dress' is now trying to use AI to copy The New York Times game section
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Catch 'em all: PopSockets just dropped a new Pokemon collection, and it's going to sell out fast
Whether you're team Espeon or a total Gengar stan, you're going to want to grab these MagSafe accessories before they're gone.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Kena: Bridge of Spirits is Heading to Nintendo Switch 2 on March 26
The highly acclaimed start to Kena's story is finally making it to the Switch 2 ahead of its sequel's impending release.\
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Move Over Sony? Activist Investor Who Urged Nintendo to Charge 99 Cents Just to Get Mario to Jump Higher Acquires Significant Stake in Parent Company of Elden Ring Dev FromSoftware
Hard times.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

New Nintendo Switch 2 Hardware Revision With Removable Battery To Launch In Europe; US Launch Also Possible
A new Nintendo Switch 2 hardware revision with a removable battery is launching in Europe soon, according to a new report from Japanese publication Nikkei, aligning with the European Union's legislation to reduce environmental impact while providing users with better repairability.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Could Be Forced To Shed One Of Its Biggest Anti-Consumer Practices
An EU law comes into force next year that demands portable devices have replaceable batteries
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo is reportedly making a Switch 2 with a user-replaceable battery for the EU
Regulation can actually work for consumers.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Plans Switch 2 With User-Replaceable Batteries for EU
Recent right to repair laws passed in the EU demand that, starting in February 2027, electronic devices have batteries that are user-replaceable with commonly available tools and without risk to the end user—that is to say, they shouldn't require proprietary tools or tools that aren't available to consumers. Nintendo, for its part, already preparing an update to the Nintendo Switch 2 to comply with this law, according to a report by Nikkei (via Covergeek), although the exact details of the more repairable battery model is unknown at the time of writing.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo reportedly launching Switch 2 model with replaceable batteries in Europe
A new revision of the Nintendo Switch 2 is reportedly planned for Europe, which will feature replaceable batteries for the console and Joy-Con.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 to Get New Repairable Model in Europe Thanks to Right to Repair Legislation
The report, courtesy of Nikkei, has noted that Nintendo might make the repairable model available in more regions depending on legislation.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 With Removable Battery in Production, Report Reveals — But Only for Europe
Leading the charge.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

'Pokemon Pokopia' event: How to get Hoppip while you can
It doesn't take much.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Red And Blue Look Stunning On Switch 2 In This Pokopia Recreation
The game's free creation area is giving people a lot of freedom to make cool stuff
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem Debuts as the Best-selling Game of the Year in the U.S. So Far
The children yearn for the horrors.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem Tops US Sales Charts for February 2026, Nintendo Switch 2 Trends 45% Ahead of Switch 1 9-Months Later
As he does every month, Circana senior director and video game industry analyst Mat Piscatella has shared the sales charts for video game software sales in the United States on social media, offering a month-by-month look at what people in the US are buying and where they're spending the most. Unsurprisingly for February 2026, it was Resident Evil Requiem landing at the top of the sales charts, though sales for Capcom's new survival horror on its own wasn't what kept the overall spend from declining.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil X Insert Coin gear ranges announced for Requiem and 30th anniversary
Gaming apparel company Insert Coin has announced it is collaborating with Capcom to launch new ranges of gear for Resident Evil.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 movie cast now includes Ben Kingsley, Nick Offerman, Matt Berry, Richard Ayoade
A number of high-profile Hollywood names have been added to the cast of the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 4.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Switch 2's New Handheld Mode Boost Reportedly Reduces Battery Life by 25%
Three days ago, Nintendo delivered a new Switch 2 system update (v22.0.0) that introduced a major new feature called Handheld Mode Boost. This allows Switch 2 users to run Switch 1 games in handheld mode as if they were in docked mode, thereby significantly improving visuals thanks to the higher-resolution target. However, according to user estimates posted on Reddit, enabling Handheld Mode boost reduces battery life by around 25%. While playing DOOM (2019), the battery lasted 3 hours and 43 minutes, down from 5 hours and 5 minutes.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

System Shock's 'Parity Patch' update improves performance on Switch and Switch 2
Nightdive Studios has announced that its System Shock remake has received a new patch on all platforms, though special attention was given to the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 ports. In what the company is calling the "Parity Patch," players on Nintendo's consoles will see vastly improved performance that brings the game up to a much more playable state.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's Happy Meal toys launch next week
As with the previous Mario Movie, Universal Studios is going all out in the marketing campaign for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. If you happen to have children or haven't snuffed out the inner child within you, McDonald's will be launching a Happy Meal toy line for Mario's latest adventure that starts roughly a week before the film hits theaters in the US.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 18th, 2026

8BitDo Officially Launches Retro Wireless Receiver for N64 Alongside Classic Grey 64 2.4 GHz Wireless Controller
We recently visited 8BitDo at CES 2026, where we saw the Retro Wireless Receivers that enable wireless controller compatibility with retro game consoles. Now, 8BitDo has officially released both the Retro Wireless Receiver for the N64 and a modern wireless controller designed to work with a 2.4 GHz version of the same receiver. The Retro Wireless Receiver for N64 is available on Amazon and the 8BitDo eShop for $24.99, operates via BLE, and is compatible with a whole host of 8BitDo and first-party console controllers, including the Switch 64 Online, Switch Pro, and Wii U Pro controllers, seemingly any 8BitDo controller that supports BLE—like the Ultimate series and SN30 Pro series—Xbox One, Series, Elite Series controllers, and PlayStation's DualShock 4, DualSense, and DualSense Edge Controllers.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

It's time for Game Freak to finally give Pokemon some proper voice acting
It's 2026 — can we stop with the 8-bit inspired cries?
March 18th, 2026 — Source

New Pokemon Pokopia update addresses early-game softlocking and more, because we all deserve to meet Mosslax ASAP
Version 1.0.2 is here
March 18th, 2026 — Source

New Switch 2 Firmware Adds Handheld Mode Boost & Improves Invites, Screen-Share & More
The latest firmware update for the Nintendo Switch 2, version 22.0.0, introduces a range of features aimed at enhancing both performance and usability. As highlighted by RGT 85, one of the standout additions is the "Handheld Mode Boost", which allows older Switch games to run with TV mode settings while in handheld mode. This improvement addresses a long-standing challenge of the original Switch, where portable play often meant sacrificing resolution and visual quality. However, the feature comes with trade-offs, such as increased battery consumption and the temporary disabling of touchscreen functionality when active, making it a strategic choice for players depending on their gameplay needs.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness is now available on NSO Expansion Pack for Switch 2 owners
As is becoming weirdly common with Switch Online updates, Nintendo announced last night that Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness is now available for subscribers to the Expansion Pack tier on Switch 2. After teasing the game a few weeks back with no date, the game suddenly appeared like a wild Pokemon and is ready for Trainers to capture.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

Weird Nintendo never went away
The Switch 2 may be a boring upgrade, but the new Talking Flower toy shows that Nintendo remains playful at its core.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 16th, 2026

Donkey Kong Bananza Focused on Kong's Raw Strength to Differentiate Him From Mario, Says Producer
The studio asked questions like "What sort of things could Mario not do? What scale of destruction" would Donkey Kong be capable of?
March 16th, 2026 — Source

How To Complete Rocky Ridges In Pokemon Pokopia - Time To Party Quest Walkthrough
Here's how to help the Pokemon raise the hype, start a party, and complete the objectives for Rocky Ridges.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

How To Complete Sparkling Skylands In Pokemon Pokopia
Here's how to help the Pokemon rebuild and complete the objectives for Sparkling Skylands.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Mckenna Grace May Have Been First Pokemon Player To Sneak Cards Into The Oscars
While attending this year's Academy Awards, Mckenna Grace took her Pokemon fandom to the next level.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon GO Players Helped Build a 30 Billion AR Image Map of the World
In 2016, Niantic launched Pokemon GO, an augmented reality (AR) game that took the world by storm. Now, 10 years later, spin-off company Niantic Spatial is using all the visual data gathered by players to build a massive geospatial model that can power robots and AI.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon GO Raid Hour for Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside one hour on Wednesdays for 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 16th, 2026 — Source

'Pokemon Pokopia': How to get the Suck ability to move water around
'Pokemon Pokopia': How to get the Suck ability to move water around
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia - How To Solve Mysterious Slate Puzzle And Unlock Mew
Here's how to collect Mysterious Slate pieces and solve the hidden puzzle to unlock Mew in Pokopia.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Pokopia players say its water physics are "just as bad" as they are in Minecraft, prompting all sorts of liquid chaos: "How do I even begin to fix this"
It's been a fun few days for Pokemon Pokopia players, as the cozy new gem continues to impress with its Animal Crossing: New Horizons vibes and Minecraft mechanics -- but it's not all smooth sailing when it comes to terraforming islands, apparently.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

PSA: Pokemon Pokopia Has Mouse Controls, And They're Pretty Great
Terraforming your perfect Pokemon society is much easier than the game ever explains to you.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

The Super Mario Bros. Wonder Talking Flower told me the "ocean tastes like tears" and yet I've grown to like this weird Nintendo toy
The Talking Flower toy is as weird as it is wonderful
March 16th, 2026 — Source

With over 30 billion images logged, Pokemon Go is using players' activity to train its spinout AI company to help GPS pinpointing: "I'm very focused on trying to re-create the real world"
Pokemon Go players are helping delivery robots reach consumers' doors, as Niantic Spatial says it's using images captured on the app to improve location pinpointing in partnership with companies like Coco Robotics.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 13th, 2026

After 48 hours, I've realized Pokopia is my ideal Pokemon game and humans were the problem all along
Now Playing | Pokemon Pokopia has me in a chokehold, and I'm convinced that's because humans are out of the picture
March 13th, 2026 — Source

All Pokemon with the Pokopia Crush specialty
You need to find a Pokemon with the Pokopia Crush specialty to make various useful resources
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition GDC 2026 Previews Indicate Improved Nintendo Switch 2 Performance
The title was reported last year as dipping all the way down to 20 or sometimes even 15 FPS in intense moment when played in handheld mode.
March 13th, 2026 — Source

How to create and visit a Pokemon Pokopia Cloud Island
A Pokopia Cloud Island is a separate town from your main world in which you can play, build, and explore with friends online
March 13th, 2026 — Source

If you're feeling the Pokemon Pokopia FOMO, Collector's Cove lets you explore and farm on the back of a Lapras-like companion
Indie Spotlight | Collector's Cove is a cozy, laidback farming adventure with a very cute companion
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia's First Patch Squashes Game-Breaking Bugs
Most of these bugs are, amusingly, a result of players being able to do whatever they want.
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia's storage system is more complicated than it needs to be, and players hope it copies Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 in a future update
"I want a new storage box that is universal and crosses worlds"
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Square Enix announces Bravely Default surpasses 4 million sales, while Octopath Traveler moves 7 million
On social media last night, publisher Square Enix announced that new sales milestones have been reached for both the Octopath Traveler and Bravely Default series. Proving that traditional JRPGs are hardly dead, Octopath Traveler has moved over 7 million copies between its three games. Available across all platforms, the series has become a bigger hit than Square Enix likely anticipated.
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Square Enix shadowdrops Bravely Default onto Xbox and PC — I'm so happy to see this classic JRPG finally escape Nintendo's prison for other platforms
Bravely Default, a fan-favorite turn-based JRPG that harkens back to the 16-bit era of Final Fantasy games, has finally been remastered and ported to non-Nintendo platforms after over a decade
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Switch 2 Hardware Sales Jump as Pokemon Pokopia Becomes a Breakout Hit
Nintendo's recent success with Pokemon Pokopia, an exclusive title for the Nintendo Switch 2, has sparked significant discussion about the evolving gaming landscape. In just four days, the game sold an impressive 2.2 million copies, defying expectations for a niche "cozy game" and challenging the traditional idea of what constitutes a system seller. As highlighted by RGT 85, this achievement underscores Nintendo's ability to adapt and thrive by embracing unconventional titles that appeal to broader audiences. Pokopia's approachable gameplay and whimsical design have not only driven hardware sales but also contributed to a noticeable rise in Nintendo's stock value, signaling investor confidence in this strategic shift.
March 13th, 2026 — Source

The 1TB PNY Switch 2 card loaded up Pokemon Pokopia almost as fast as the handheld, and now it's my go-to SD card
1TB PNY microSD Express Card review
March 13th, 2026 — Source

We asked Nintendo point-blank about Donkey Kong Bananza's biggest mystery: They wouldn't tell us who Pauline really is
Pauline's true identity will have to be left to our collective "imagination"
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 12th, 2026

All Pokemon Pokopia Mosslax Flavors And Effects
How to wake up the Mosslax in Pokemon Pokopia, what flavor all the berries are, and their effects.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Elden Ring On Switch 2 Shows Big Improvements After Months Of "Performance Adjustment"
Turns out that several extra months of polish have helped whip Elden Ring into shape on Switch 2.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Elden Ring's long awaited Switch 2 port looks much better in new GDC 26 footage
With this year's Game Developers Conference winding down, we're starting to see coverage from different outlets of new and upcoming games seen on the show floor. One such is the belated Nintendo Switch 2 port of Elden Ring, which was revealed nearly a year ago by developer FromSoftware. Slated for a late 2025 release before being delayed, there were concerns over its performance after a rather weak demo at TGS 2025. If this new footage from GameSpot is anything to go by, though, Elden Ring is going to be perfectly fine when it does eventually hit Nintendo's console.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Genre-hopping Hades 2 studio doesn't want to make a game that's bigger and better than the last: "We're trying to make a game that has the potential to be someone's favorite game from us"
Supergiant Games studio director Amir Rao says the studio's goal isn't to make games bigger, but rather it aims to make something that could end up as someone's favorite game from the studio.
March 12, 2026 — Source

How to get concrete in Pokemon Pokopia
Here's how to make Pokopia concrete, a necessary item for rebuilding the Sparkling Skylands
March 12, 2026 — Source

I played Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 and fat-rolled across the Lands Between as the new Knight class
Hands-on | The Knight's starting weapon and Ash of War are excellent in combat
March 12, 2026 — Source

New Previews for Elden Ring on Nintendo Switch 2 Show a Much-Improved Frame Rate, Still No Release Date
Back when Nintendo first announced the Nintendo Switch 2, a slew of major third-party games that would've never been able to run on the original Nintendo Switch were immediately confirmed to be heading to the Nintendo Switch 2. Games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Elden Ring were among those titles, but while Cyberpunk 2077 has made it to the Switch 2, nearly a year later, Switch 2 players are still waiting to start their journeys in the Lands Between.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Nine years later, the Hyperkin Retron HD is nowhere near as crummy as I remember, and it's a solid starting point for playing physical NES carts on any screen
I know this will upset some gatekeepers, but the Hyperkin Retron HD is a perfectly serviceable NES clone. I'm not saying it exactly mimics Ninty's OG best retro console contender, nor am I giving it a pass for some of its shortcomings. That said, I feel like this system could help new players start a collection or start using their old libraries for under $40, and you won't even necessarily need to look at upscalers.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia is off to a strong start with 2.2 million units sold globally
Pokemon Pokopia can't stop winning. After selling through its physical edition around the world and helping drive Nintendo's stock prices up, it seems the game is off to a ridiculously good start in terms of sales. Nintendo has announced that over the weekend, Pokopia sold 2.2 million copies worldwide, making it one of the bigger Pokemon successes in a while. Roughly half of those sales were in Japan, too.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Is One The Fastest-Selling Pokemon Spin-Offs Ever After Less Than A Week
The Ditto-starring life sim has already moved over 2.2 million units.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Review -- Creative Concepts, Classic Charm
Pokemon spinoffs have plunged into a lot of different genres and styles of gameplay over the years, but the recently-released Pokemon Pokopia gloms onto several things at once, adding Minecraft, Dragon Quest Builders, and Animal Crossing to the pot along with some new ideas and, of course, plenty of cute critters. It's one of those "Why didn't they think of this before?" kind of ideas, but just because a game sounds promising on paper doesn't mean it works in execution.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia surpasses 2.2m units in first four days
Nintendo's share price rose 10.5% following launch, its largest increase since April 2025
March 12, 2026 — Source

Pokopia sold 2.2 million copies in less than a week, already making it one of the best-selling Switch 2 games and Pokemon spin-offs ever
It needs just under 4 million more to be the Pokemon spin-off king
March 12, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 12th, 2026

China firm Lisuan's homegrown 6nm G100 series GPUs announced with up to 12GB of VRAM — LX 7G106 can play Cyberpunk 2077 and other popular Steam games, arrives June 18 in China
Thanks to its support for modern graphics APIs.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Cozy Grove and Isonzo are free to claim on the Epic Games Store
Another double giveaway has landed on the Epic Games Store for PC gamers to claim, this time bringing a cozy camping title and a WWI-set tactical FPS.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Ex-Overwatch Director's New Game Is Giving Off Red Dead Redemption Vibes
The Legend of California may scratch that Western itch you've had since you finished Red Dead Redemption 2.
March 12, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Jeff Kaplan's Kintsugiyama Announces "The Legend of California" Skills-Based Open World FPS With Online Multiplayer
Jeff Kaplan, of former Blizzard fame, having worked on Overwatch and World of Warcraft, has officially announced the first game in development at his newly formed Kintsugiyama studio. The Legend of California is a Western shooter with online co-op and PvP gameplay. The Legend of California is set in an alternate timeline version of California in which the state is discovered as an uninhabited island off the coast of the mainland USA. It will feature a hand-crafted world featuring real-world landmarks, like Yosemite and Death Valley, but interspersed with dynamic points of interest that will move around depending on the generated world seed.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Lisuan LX 7G106 to support Cyberpunk 2077 and 'dozens' of popular Steam games at June 18 launch
Lisuan LX 7G106 launching June 18, supports DirectX 12 and Steam games including Cyberpunk 2077
March 12, 2026 — Source

Slay the Spire 2 players can't decide if they love or hate the Spectral Knight, who can break your deck, but whose "debuff will be more of a buff" once you understand the fight
The Knight Trio can be tricky
March 12, 2026 — Source

Steam Machine Update: Valve Outlines Proton, FEX and Leptin Plan for One Game Build
Valve's recent updates to its gaming hardware lineup, highlighted by Deck Ready, showcase a renewed focus on performance and compatibility. At the core of these developments is the Steam Machine, a device aimed at delivering 1080p resolution at 30fps as a baseline for smooth gameplay. Alongside this, the Steam Frame introduces a dual-purpose design, supporting both VR gaming at 90fps and 2D gaming at 720p.
March 12, 2026 — Source

The Steam Machine promises a 4K 60fps experience, but I'd pair it with a 1440p monitor if you're sensitive to disappointment
Sticking with QHD could help the Steam Machine feel solid.
March 12, 2026 — Source

The Witcher 4, Control Resonant, And More Will Use Nvidia's Ray Tracing Enhancements
Mega Geometry is providing the next steps towards more detailed and efficient path tracing in large, open worlds.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Valve Addresses Lawsuit by New York Attorney General, Will Wait for Court's Decision
In its lengthy statement, the company called out some of the lawsuit's demands, like the gathering of additional information on users.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Valve compares its loot boxes to Labubus in lawsuit defense
Steam maker says settling the case would be easier but would set a bad precedent.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Valve details performance targets for Steam Machine and Steam Frame
Steam Machine-verified games must maintain 30fps at 1080p
March 12, 2026 — Source

Valve reveals Steam Machine verification requirements
One feature introduced with the Steam Deck was the notion of games being Steam Deck verified -- giving users an easy indicator as to which titles should and should not run on the gaming handheld. With the upcoming Steam Machine, it appears Valve is taking a similar approach; this time offering more concrete compatibility requirements.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Verified Steam Machine games will need to hit 1080p at 30fps
When it comes to games, the Steam Machine will have games listed with a verified badge just like the Steam Deck, and Valve has now confirmed the requirements for earning that badge.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Windows 11 "Xbox Mode" UI coming to all PCs in April
New features coming to DirectX, and DirectStorage is back
March 12, 2026 — Source

WoW's Horde And Alliance Divide Was Only Agreed On Less Than A Year Before Release
Former WoW quest designer Jeff Kaplan said the faction split was "really controversial."
March 12, 2026 — Source

Your Windows 11 PC is about to feel a lot more like an Xbox
Starting April 2026, Microsoft will roll out Xbox Mode to all Windows 11 PCs for console-like gaming, a full-screen interface, and easy controller use.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 11th, 2026

Capcom, where the hell are my Resident Evil Requiem amiibo?
What's taking them so long to find me?
March 11, 2026 — Source

Fortnite: Save the World will launch on Switch 2, though not the original console
Epic has announced that the original Fortnite game mode, "Save the World," will be getting its free-to-play debut on April 16th, 2026. Available for PC and consoles, this side mode was intended to be the main course for Fortnite almost a decade ago. Epic Games had embarked on a long development journey to produce a "Games as a Service" title that would be the defacto example of that for the industry. When things weren't panning out, Epic pulled a Hail Mary by changing to battle royale and the rest is history.
March 11, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

How to complete the Pokemon Pokopia Team Initiation Challenge
To complete the Team Initiation Challenge in Pokopia, you need to give specific items to a mysterious voice in the lighthouse
March 11, 2026 — Source

How To Get Ditto In Pokemon Go's Pokopia Event
A special hat-wearing Ditto is appearing during Pokemon Go's Pokopia Celebration. Here are some tips to help you catch one.
March 11, 2026 — Source

I've spent 20 hours in Pokemon Pokopia obsessing over its mysterious world and what it hides beneath the surface
Now Playing | I'm so invested in the lore of Pokemon Pokopia's world
March 11, 2026 — Source

"It can't even be Pokemon Minecraft, you can't even craft": Pokopia leaves co-op fans disappointed, saying GameShare between Switch 2 and its predecessor "might as well not exist"
"Stay far away if you want this game for co-op"
March 11, 2026 — Source

Jack Black Wants To Keep Making More Super Mario Movies
Bowser's voice actor had a blast making the first two Super Mario films, and can't wait to do it again.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Wants Less 'eSlop' on the Switch 2 eShop
The original Switch eShop was (and still is) rife with low-quality games and asset flips.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia's Release Leads to 10 Percent Growth in Nintendo Share Prices
Analysts have noted that Pokemon Pokopia has global appeal, since it is rapidly going out of stock in physical stores across the world.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Super Mario minifigures are on the way in 2027, but what does it mean for the rest of the range?
Are these going to be a "Smart" addition?
March 11, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 5th, 2026

Before Pokemon Winds and Waves, adorable spin-off Pokopia seemingly crushes hopes for a new Type fans have been begging to see for years: "Sound type is DEAD"
DJ Rotom is the bearer of bad news
March 5, 2026 — Source

Dismissing Pokemon comparisons would make us "hypocrites," devs of creature-collecting RPG say after $186,000 Kickstarter, but it's less of a "competitor" and "more like an alternative"
LumenTale: Memories of Trey is doing enough to stand on its own
March 5, 2026 — Source

Does Pokopia have shiny Pokemon?
Shinies are a staple of the Pokemon series, but since it's a different type of game, there may not be shiny Pokemon in Pokopia
March 5, 2026 — Source

"Every Pokemon has a history": The real-life Pokemon Rescue team determined to save fans' old 'mons isn't just dedicated to game preservation, but saving memories
Interview | We spoke to Pokemon Rescue leads Professor Rex and Tops about their quest to bring fans' old Pokemon to the modern era, and why it means so much
March 5, 2026 — Source

Game Freak can't add hundreds of new Pokemon and more Types every generation or else new games would take too long to make, director says: "If you added like 300 or so new monsters, that'd just be too many"
There are well over 1,000 Pokemon now, steadily added in batches of about 100 new creatures every generation. It's easy to wonder if developer Game Freak is going to run out of ideas, but, historically, that didn't seem to be a major concern at the studio. In fact, the devs apparently have so many ideas for new Pokemon that the real challenge is narrowing them down.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Kena: Bridge of Spirits is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this spring
A sequel to the underrated 2021 game was recently announced.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Kena: Bridge of Spirits is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 This Spring
Today, California-based independent developer Ember Lab announced that Kena: Bridge of Spirits will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 this Spring.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Kena: Bridge of Spirits is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring
Nintendo players can finally experience Ember Lab's acclaimed adventure, which is currently available on PlayStation, PC, and Xbox.
March 5, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

More Kirby Air Riders amiibo are incoming, and I'm still trying to budget for the first ones
It's Sword Kirby and Noir Dedede's time to shine
March 5, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Switch 2 users buying fewer games because of AI storage crisis, report claims — game demand under threat as titles get bigger and storage gets more expensive
Increasing storage costs mean that fewer people are buying games for their Switch 2 gaming handhelds.
March 5, 2026 — Source

OG Pokemon devs struggled to fit their iconic RPG onto a Game Boy cartridge: "It was a fight against capacity, a fight against what we could fit onto the cartridge"
"I like the Game Boy as a machine but trying to work with all these challenges and make a game that anyone could get into and enjoy was difficult"
March 5, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia joins the list of rotating NSO profile icons to celebrate its launch
Pokemon Pokopia is finally upon us, and by all accounts it's a great spinoff for the series. Tasking players with rehabilitating a lost island to turn into a haven for Pokemon, it combines people's love of Pocket Monsters with their love of building models in an effective blend of genres and styles. I actually want to stop writing this article and go play it, but alas, I have news to give you all. New NSO profile icons are available to celebrate the launch of Pokopia.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Pokopia's First Limited-Time Event Features Three Exclusive Pokemon
Launching today, Pokemon Pokopia is already looking to the near future. That's because the Switch 2 exclusive's first limited-time event starts in mere days, on March 9, and it'll be the only way to come across three Pokemon in the game: Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff
March 5, 2026 — Source

Switch 2 Risks Becoming 'Just a Vehicle for Nintendo Games' and Third Parties May Stop Trying, Warns Analyst
Today, Bloomberg reports an indirect threat for the Nintendo Switch 2 console coming from the ongoing memory storage crisis. As you probably are already aware of if you're a regular Wccftech reader, the global rush to build artificial intelligence hardware has brought major increases in the price of NAND flash memory: NAND contract prices are forecast to surge by up to 90% in this quarter compared with the previous three-month period, when prices had already spiked by over 30%.
March 5, 2026 — Source

The "oldest" Nintendo PlayStation add-on now lives at the National Videogame Museum, and it almost looks like one of my weird SNES accessories
The Sony MSF-1 belongs in a museum!
March 5, 2026 — Source

These five Pokemon Sun and Moon features helped the RPG take on bold new forms and let us off the leash to explore
30 Years of Pokemon | How Pokemon's seventh generation gave us the 3DS-powered tropical getaway we all needed
March 5, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 4th, 2026

Blue Prince will receive a physical version for Switch 2 later this year
Acclaimed roguelike puzzle game Blue Prince surprise released on the Switch 2 eShop yesterday following the conclusion of Nintendo's Indie World showcase. An engaging mixture of puzzle solving, bigger mysteries, and randomized layouts, Blue Prince is well worth it for people who like puzzles or who want something different from their gaming experience. Sadly, it's only available digitally, but if you can manage to hold out until later this year, you'll be able to acquire a physical copy.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Dippin' Dots Launches Mario-Themed "Galaxy Pop" Mystery Flavor
Limited-time scoop celebrates March 10 and the upcoming release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie with surprise flavors, free collectible cups and spoons, and theater-exclusive Icee drinks nationwide.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Does Pokemon Pokopia have Game Share?
This Switch 2 feature allows others to play with you without owning the game, so we checked if Pokemon Pokopia supports Games Share
March 4, 2026 — Source

Game Freak can't add hundreds of new Pokemon and more Types every generation or else new games would take too long to make, director says: "If you added like 300 or so new monsters, that'd just be too many"
Gotta balance 'em all
March 4, 2026 — Source

I'm calling it now, I think Lego Eevee is the best of the Pokemon sets
If you're looking for a nostalgia-laden Lego kit that doesn't break the bank yet still provides plenty of detail, Eevee is your Pokemon. It's the most affordable of the first-wave Poke-sets but still crams in plenty of personality. This is a quick and easy build too, making it a great project for those who don't normally make Lego or someone without much time (or patience for larger projects) on their hands.
March 4, 2026 — Source

It's officially your last chance to pre-order Pokemon Pokopia and get your hands on some free Ditto-themed gifts
Pokemon Pokopia pre-orders are selling out fast
March 4, 2026 — Source

If you're gripped with Pokemon Pokopia fever, you need to see these delightfully derpy Ditto toys
Not a brain cell between them
March 4, 2026 — Source

Is Pokemon Pokopia on Switch 1?
With fans clamoring over the Pokemon life game, you might be wondering whether you can play Pokopia on your Switch 1 console
March 4, 2026 — Source

Mario Day This Year Means Three New Switch Online + Expansion Pack Games
One of these titles, interestingly enough, was just remade a couple of years ago.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Nintendo announces new Mario NSO game additions for March 2026
March 2026 might have a ton of heavy hitters when it comes to new games, but Nintendo isn't slowing down with its Switch Online apps. After having launched the Virtual Boy app for NSO subscribers a few weeks back, the service is set to receive two more games to its lineup of software. Both Mario's Tennis and Mario Clash will join NSO on March 10th, 2026, finally bringing Mario's official outings on the system to the service.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Pokemon being "a game for children" is "a misunderstanding," Game Freak veteran once said -- and it rings more true than ever as the RPG series turns 30
Is Pokemon just a game for kids? One Game Freak veteran doesn't think so, previously suggesting that the belief comes from "a misunderstanding" rather than reality.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia features a riff on Minecraft's iconic Redstone system, and fans are already dreaming up the possibilities: "This is like super advanced"
Pokopia, the new Pokemon spin-off making waves for its cozy gameplay, isn't just similar to Animal Crossing: New Horizons -- apparently, it boasts a bit of Minecraft flair as well, with a mechanic that resembles Redstone-powered creations.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia's Animal Crossing comparisons get even stronger as devs reveal "special limited-time in-game events" starting with a Gen 2 picnic collection
"These Pokemon can't be encountered outside of this event," so hop on it
March 4, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Winds and Waves continues a sentimental tradition I've had for 27 years, and it still sets the RPG series apart
I got surprisingly emotional when Pokemon Winds and Waves was revealed last week. Maybe it's to be expected as someone who's grown up playing the series; Pokemon Blue introduced me to the wonderful world of RPGs in the late '90s before I had any notion of what an RPG was. It's wild to think about how the series has continued to evolve since then, and that almost three decades later, I'm still striving to be the very best, like no one ever was.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Winds and Waves looks to be inspired by Southeast Asian culture
After Pokemon Winds and Waves was revealed last week, IGN made a pretty astute observation about the design of the yet unnamed region: it's clearly inspired by Southeast Asian cultures. While there are bound to be more details we haven't yet seen, both games are pulling design philosophies from Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines to create architecture, landscaping, and vibes.
March 4, 2026 — Source

PowerA is rolling out a Mario Kart World Switch 2 controller in time for Mario Day, and I wheely like it
This wireless pad might drive me to pick up Mario Kart World again
March 4, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem has already surpassed 5 million units sold
Resident Evil Requiem may have only just released last weekend, but the game is off to a hot start. Capcom has announced that the newest installment in its long-running survival horror series has surpassed 5 million units sold. It's not clear if that was all within the weekend, but it's still less than one week since Requiem hit shelves.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Steam Deck Restocks Resume After Valve Fixes RAM Supply
Valve's Steam Deck has reached its fourth anniversary, continuing to stand out in the handheld gaming market with its combination of performance and accessibility. In a recent overview by Deck Ready, the focus shifts to how Valve has addressed early challenges, such as supply chain disruptions that initially limited the availability of higher-capacity models like the 1TB version. These improvements, alongside consistent software updates and developer support, have helped the Steam Deck maintain its relevance despite increasing competition.
March 4, 2026 — Source

These five Pokemon X & Y features helped evolve the series into 3D, setting the standard for future entries
30 Years of Pokemon | How Pokemon's sixth generation explored new dimensions on Nintendo 3DS
March 4, 2026 — Source

Three retro Mario titles are coming to Nintendo Switch Online on Mario Day
Mario Clash, Mario's Tennis and Mario versus Donkey Kong all arrive on March 10.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Tokyo's metro service has received a Ditto makeover to promote Pokemon Pokopia
Pokemon Pokopia will be hitting store shelves tomorrow, so to promote the upcoming game in Japan, Nintendo and The Pokemon Company have decked out the Tokyo metro service with a Ditto-themed splash of color. For a limited time, select trains on the Hanzomon Line will be transformed into Ditto cars, complete with purple paint, themed handrails, and even the weird human/Ditto thing from Pokopia.
March 4, 2026 — Source

When is the Pokemon Pokopia release time?
If you're dying to transform into Ditto, here's the Pokemon Pokopia release time near you, and whether you can preload
March 4, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 3rd, 2026

As Pokopia ties for the series' best game according to Metacritic, fans are left confused by its competition: "...Pokemon Y was the highest-rated Pokemon game?"
Some argue that other Pokemon games are "SO much better"
March 3, 2026 — Source

Blue Prince headlines Nintendo's lineup of Switch 2 indie games
Nintendo continues to flesh out the Switch 2's library in different ways.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Blue Prince is out on Switch 2 today, complete with mouse control
Blue Prince is out on Switch 2 today, complete with mouse control
March 3, 2026 — Source

Blue Prince shadow drops on Switch 2 today
The biggest surprise during today's Indie World Showcase was that acclaimed 2025 roguelike puzzle game Blue Prince would be available on Nintendo Switch 2... today. That's right, you won't have to wait too long for this one, as publisher Raw Fury confirmed the game is currently available on the eShop as of the time of publishing. Talk about a quick turnaround.
March 3, 2026 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Coming back to Pokemon Yellow 30 years later is like coming home -- and playing it in 2026 is even better than when I was a kid
I was eight years old when Pokemon reached American shores, with two years of steadily expanding tie-ins in Japan getting exported all at once to an eager audience of millennial kids worldwide. I loved it all. The trading cards. The cartoon -- which would soon introduce me to the broader world of something called "anime." And most of all, the games.
March 3, 2026 — Source

It's Not A New Zelda, But The Next Best Thing Is Now Available Everywhere
Minishoot Adventures is such a natural marriage of Zelda and shoot-em-up that it's like the two were made for one another.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Indie World Showcases goes live later today
While fans have been eagerly awaiting the announcement of a brand new first-party Nintendo Direct showcase, the console maker has seemingly been doing everything but; having gone live with a partner showcase, a Nintendo Treehouse stream, and now an Indie World event. Set to go live later today, the relatively short presentation will include 15 minutes of new and upcoming Switch releases.
March 3, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Pokemon Pokopia | Critical Consensus
Pokemon's leap into the life-sim genre has captivated critics, breathing new life into a franchise celebrating its 30th anniversary
March 3, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia is currently the highest-rated Pokemon game on Metacritic
Pokemon Pokopia is currently the highest-rated Pokemon game on Metacritic
March 3, 2026 — Source

'Pokemon Pokopia' Shows Why Switch 2 Games Need to Stop Fearing Mouse Controls
'Pokopia' is the game that the Pokemon series—and every other Switch 2 game—can learn from.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Winds and Waves: Release Date, Gameplay, And Everything We Know So Far
The next mainline Pokemon game looks vibrant and exciting so far.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Review -- Scott Pilgrim EX
Referencing video games is kind of the Scott Pilgrim series' MO at this point. See: All of Ramona's evil exes exploding into coins once Scott lands the final blow on each of them in the movie. The 2010 video game based off the Scott Pilgrim versus The World movie took this as literally as possible by framing that specific idea around a beat-em-up format. There you'd use the coins gained from downed opponents and bosses to purchase food items to help you level up or regain health.
March 3, 2026 — Source

These five Pokemon Black & White features took a fresh approach to evolving the series, setting the standard for generations to come
30 Years of Pokemon | How Pokemon's fifth generation returned to the roots of Game Freak's monster catcher
March 3, 2026 — Source

Today's Nintendo Indie World Surprise Releases Include One Of 2025's Best Games
The Blue Prince who was promised.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Two fantastic indie games not named Blue Prince also just arrived on Switch
Minishoot' Adventures suddenly debuted on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S as well, while Öoo is coming to those consoles soon.
March 3, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

We played Pokemon Pokopia, ask us anything
Gotta build it all.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — March 2nd, 2026

22 years later, Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen's Switch re-releases patch out a glitch that could make certain legendary 'mons disappear from your game permanently
Raikou and Entei should no longer be able to vanish forever
March 2, 2026 — Source

After Pokemon Winds and Waves reveal, series boss has a very straightforward plan for future releases: "I believe what we must continue to do is keep making fun games"
Tsunekazu Ishihara reckons the original games resonated with fans because they were "designed as an adventure close to the one that players live in"
March 2, 2026 — Source

Changing These 3 Settings Will Instantly Make Your Switch 2 Perform Better
The original Nintendo Switch that launched in 2017 arrived at a time when the gaming industry had a clear divide between bulky consoles or PCs and portable handhelds. It combined these two systems into a single device, allowing you to enjoy games on the go while offering you the ability to dock it and experience your games on the big screen. The Switch 2 arrived eight years later in 2025, featuring upgrades in every area — especially performance. Nvidia claims that the Switch 2 brings ten times the graphics performance of the original Nintendo Switch, likely thanks to AI upscaling through DLSS.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Game Freak discusses the origins of Pokemon Pokopia's design philosophy and name
In a rather lengthy interview published by Famitsu today (via Nintendo Everything), key developers behind the upcoming Pokemon Pokopia were asked a number of questions regarding the game's development, inspirations, and art style, among others. On hand were Game Freak's Shigeru Omori (Director), The Pokemon Company's Kanako Murata (Development and Production Division), and Koei Tecmo's Takuto Edakawa (Chief Director) and Marina Ayano (Art Director), each with different insight into their respective fields. One of the more insightful questions was where Pokopia got its name, with Omori explained was a mixture of a Spanish phrase with Japanese onomatopoeia.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Hands-on: The irresistible cuteness of 'Pokemon Pokopia', my favorite Pokemon game in years
It's like 'Animal Crossing' for Pokemon.
March 2, 2026 — Source

"I lost 5 hours of progress because of this": Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Switch releases include an extremely easy way to reset your game, which is amazing or terrible news depending on who you ask
But hey, shiny hunting just got a lot smoother
March 2, 2026 — Source

I'd probably enjoy the Game Boy Jukebox more if Nintendo released a proper retro handheld remake first
Wake me up when the Game Boy Classic Edition arrives
March 2, 2026 — Source

Nintendo Will Host an Indie World Showcase Tomorrow to Show Off Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Indies
The showcase will be roughly 15 minutes long and provide updates on upcoming indie games heading to the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, and it is the first Indie World event since the last one took place on August 7, 2025.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen's Switch re-release fixes infamous 'roaming roar glitch'
It's only been a few days since Nintendo re-released Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen onto the Nintendo Switch eShop, but fans have discovered that these ROMs aren't exact copies of the original GBA games. In a rather massive fix, the infamous "roaming roar glitch" has been patched, which is huge for anyone looking to collect all 251 Pokemon.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Go March 2026 Events: Raid Bosses, Community Day, Pokopia Crossover, And More
Pokemon Go is kicking off its new Memories in Motion season with a variety of events. Here's everything happening in the game this month.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokemon GO's Season of Precious Paths' Finale Timed Research guide
The Season of Precious Paths is coming to an end. Yet, for the last day, Trainers can claim a free Timed Research quest when logging in. Pokemon that were featured (or even debuted) during the season will be featured in this Timed Research.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Is Now The Most Critically-Acclaimed Pokemon Game Ever
The Animal Crossing meets Dragon Quest Builders spinoff has garnered high praises from critics everywhere.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Review - The Pokemon Anniversary Gift I Didn't Know I Wanted
A cozy life sim makes for an unexpectedly excellent way to ring in 30 years of Pokemon, elegantly capturing what has made the series so enduring.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Review Round-up: Nintendo's First Must-Have Switch 2 Game of 2026
Critics are praising Omega Force's life sim for its building mechanics, charming Pokemon, and engaging world that's filled with secrets.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia review: "My new cozy obsession has my year ahead sorted -- building my dream paradise alongside monster pals is just too good to put down"
Pokemon Pokopia is like a brilliantly bizarre blend of Pokemon, Animal Crossing, Dragon Quest Builders, and Viva Piñata, and despite its many influences, manages to be a unique spin-off for the Pokemon series that's also an accomplished life sim.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Waves And Winds Creates A Big Question For Switch 2 This Year
Nintendo needs a heavy hitter this holiday season.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokopia Is the Glorious Return of Animal Crossing in Pokemon Form
This Switch 2 exclusive might be its biggest killer app yet. I'm lost and in love with the cozy apocalypse.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pokopia Metacritic score not only makes it 2026's highest-rated game, but the best Pokemon title of all time
And second place isn't HeartGold/SoulSilver, somehow
March 2, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil 7, Village and Requiem Pack is Getting Pulled From the Nintendo eShop on March 31st
Retailing for $89.99, the Resident Evil Generation Pack represents insane value, so it makes sense that Capcom is pulling it soon.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Spoiler-free guide -- 10 Resident Evil Requiem tips the game doesn't tell you
Resident Evil Requiem is finally here, and whether you're a newcomer or a series veteran, Capcom's latest horror title will certainly throw you in the deep end after easing you in with its opening hour.
March 2, 2026 — Source

This tiny Game Boy isn't a Game Boy at all; It's a Jukebox
Nintendo and The Pokemon Company have released a new toy called the Game Boy Jukebox. It's capable of playing fan-favorite music and sounds from the original Pokemon games.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — February 24th, 2026

A modder turned a Victorian radiator into a steampunk gaming PC
Billet Labs made a gorgeous and functional custom loop out of a cast-iron radiator. The full steampunk PC weighs over 200 pounds.
February 24, 2026 — Source

From Pokopia to Gen 10, here are my top 7 Pokemon Day 2026 predictions to kick off the 30 year celebrations with a bang
Champions, the Aardman collab, and many, many mobile games should also feature heavily
February 24, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's made me wait 15 years for a new Nintendogs, but now I don't have to -- this cozy game is "a tiny dog hotel for pups" and its Steam Next Fest demo has me hooked
Puppy Park is as fun as it is adorable
February 24, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Go: Memories in Motion Offers More Shiny Pokemon And New Events
The Memories in Motion update includes more shiny Pokemon, Mythical Pokemon Volcanion encounter, and event changes.
February 24, 2026 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem director says he was "raised by Nintendo," which is why Zelda 2's most annoying enemy inspired an infuriating zombie design 14 years ago
"Of course, I played the original Legend of Zelda game," but Zelda 2 is Koshi Nakanishi's true love
February 24, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Resident Evil Requiem director talks Zelda inspiration, enhanced performance on Switch 2, and more in new Creator's Voice video
Nintendo uploaded a new "Creator's Voice" video this morning to hype up Resident Evil Requiem, which will be hitting PC and consoles on February 27th, 2026. The game's director, Koshi Nakanishi, talked not only about the general design of Requiem, but where he pulled inspiration from when designing past Resident Evil enemies. He also took some time to praise the Nintendo Switch 2's increased performance specs, which allowed Capcom to get Requiem running incredibly well on the system.
February 24, 2026 — Source

'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' Might Bring Another Nintendo Legend to the Big Screen
Plus, the next Jurassic World may have a title.
February 24, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

The Hori Gengar and Mikimyu Switch 2 accessory set is everything I've dreamt of as a spooky Pokemon girlie
Hori is the king of Pokemon accessories
February 24, 2026 — Source

'When We First Saw It In Our Hands, We Had To Do a Triple Take': Resident Evil Requiem Runs So Well On Switch 2 The Developer Couldn't Believe It
Although the system has only been out for less than a year, the Nintendo Switch 2 has already received some impressive third-party ports such as Cyberpunk 2077, Star Wars Outlaws, and Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, which have been highly optimized to deliver great experiences in both docked and handheld modes.
February 24, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — February 17th, 2026

I have 100 different ways to play The Legend of Zelda, but I'm still using the Game and Watch ahead of the 40th anniversary
A heroic handheld for revisiting the original Hyrule Fantasy
February 17, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's Virtual Boy app is now available to download
You'll need one of the Virtual Boy add-on accessories to play the launch games.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's Virtual Boy For Switch & Switch 2 Review
Nintendo's strangest Switch 2 accessory has arrived: a remarkably faithful recreation of the Virtual Boy.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Pikachu Is Basically A Ghost In Pokemon Pokopia
"Internally, we called it Unfortunate Pikachu."
February 17, 2026 — Source

Pokemon GO's Season of Precious Paths' Lunar New Year event guide
Happy New Year! Once again, Pokemon GO will be celebrating the Lunar New Year and with this year's theme being the Fire Horse you can find Ponyta in the wild. Though, when it comes to which Pokemon will be featured during this event, that honor belongs to Darumaka, Blitzle, and Gimmighoul.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia follows Minecraft's lead in featuring persistent private servers with unlimited member caps, but you'll have to "swap in and out" as it only accommodates four at once
Players will need to form an orderly queue
February 17, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia is Omega Force's biggest game to date
One of the biggest first-party Nintendo titles scheduled to release this year (so far) is Pokemon Pokopia -- a life-sim sandbox experience "devoted to crafting, creating, and building". While initial impressions upon its reveal left plenty to be desired, the spin-off appears to be more than meets the eye, with Pokopia said to be partner studio Omega Force's biggest project to date.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Proving the universe has favorites, Pokemon Blue player accidentally catches a shiny legendary they couldn't even see: "Actually in disbelief"
Shinies have just a 1/8192 chance of appearing, but this catch is even rarer
February 17, 2026 — Source

Sony considering PlayStation 6 delay to 2029, while Nintendo could hike Switch 2 price, according to report — memory and storage chip shortage now impacting products outside of RAM, storage, and GPUs
Is this just the tip of the iceberg?
February 17, 2026 — Source

Switch 2 Price Hike Could Happen, Nintendo President Warns--But Only If This Occurs
"The current rise in memory prices is happening at a pace that exceeds our expectations."
February 17, 2026 — Source

To hell with Furby and Butt Face, these Yoshi and Pikachu animatronics were the best thing about New York Toy Fair
Hatchin' Yoshi and Pikachu Puppetronic are too damn cute
February 17, 2026 — Source

US video game consumer spending predicted to reach $62.8bn in 2026
3% increase in spending attributed to continued sales of Switch 2 and Grand Theft Auto 6 launch, according to Circana
February 17, 2026 — Source

This new Switch 2 accessory lets you play both Joy-Cons with one hand, and it's a win for accessibility
This one-handed grip is an accessibility win
February 17, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — February 15th, 2026

Nintendo dishes out DMCAs to several more Switch emulators, continuing its crusade against emulation: "If they kill one, 10 more will pop up"
Nintendo's continuing its ongoing crusade against Switch emulation as the company just dished out a fresh helping of DMCAs to several major emulators.
February 15, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — February 12th, 2026

Blizzard Staying Mum About Diablo 4 On Switch 2
The studio won't talk about a Switch 2 edition of Diablo 2, either.
February 12, 2026 — Source

Bowser's Fury Is An Open World Shaped By Classic Mario Design
On its fifth anniversary, Bowser's Fury looks less like a bonus mode and more like a blueprint for how linear Mario design can live inside an open world.
February 12, 2026 — Source

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is the first new Castlevania title in 12 years
Konami had a surprisingly large number of announcements at today's State of Play stream. Along with unveiling a new Metal Gear Solid collection, Konami announced a brand-new Castlevania game developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin (the teams behind Dead Cells). Titled Belmont's Curse, it's actually the first new Castlevania game in 12 years. If you can believe it, the last game was Lords of Shadow 2.
February 13, 2026 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Former Mario actor Charles Martinet is "more Luigi" in real life, but still thinks the iconic Nintendo mascot is "the most wonderful human being ever"
Presumably, contractually, he isn't allowed to say Wario is his favorite because he's too sexy
February 12, 2026 — Source

FromSoftware parent company Kadokawa states The Duskbloods is still coming to Switch 2 in 2026
It's been roughly a year since we've last seen footage of The Duskbloods, FromSoftware's upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 multiplayer exclusive that takes some heavy inspiration from Bloodborne. Revealed as releasing in 2026, the delay of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 has cast doubt on whether FromSoftware will be able to deliver two games for Nintendo's platform. As far as parent company Kadokawa is concerned, though, there is every intention to release both of those games for Nintendo faithful in 2026.
February 12, 2026 — Source

Legends of Tech: Nintendo Entertainment System
The Hero of Classic Consoles
February 12, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's Virtual Boy accessory lets you play VR Mario and Zelda on Switch 2
The headset will be released on February 17.
February 13, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Pokemon Go Dev Removes Pokestop From Epstein's Island
Pokemon Go Dev Removes Pokestop From Epstein's Island
February 13, 2026 — Source

Subnautica to get free Switch 2 upgrade next week
During the most recent Nintendo Switch 2 partner showcase, the console maker showed off a bunch of different 3rd party titles set to arrive on Nintendo's latest and greatest over the coming months. Though not announced during the direct itself, studio Unknown Worlds have now revealed that Subnautica and Below Zero are receiving free Switch 2 upgrades next week.
February 12, 2026 — Source

The Duskbloods is still coming to Switch 2 this year, FromSoftware's parent company promises while keeping almost everything about the vampire RPG a secret
It's so dark we only get a release window.
February 12, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

The New Virtual Boy Headset Lets You Access Some Obscure VR Modes In Switch Games
You can play The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Super Mario Odyssey, and more with the new Virtual Boy headsets.
February 13, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

This new Xbox and PC JRPG is so good it puts Pokemon on notice
A new JRPG on Xbox and PC is turning heads for doing what many fans wish Pokemon would: evolve. Its style, systems, and ambition are already sparking comparisons — and Nintendo should be paying attention.
February 12, 2026 — Source

Gaming — Nintendo — February 11th, 2026

90 minutes with Pokemon Pokopia convinced me this could be the biggest cozy game since Animal Crossing, and I'm already eager to spend hundreds of hours in it
Hands-on | Pokemon's first life sim is incredibly moreish, and I can already tell it's going to take over my life
February 11, 2026 — Source

Best Nintendo gifts, with recommendations from a fan of 30+ years
Let's-a-go shopping
February 11, 2026 — Source

It's 2026, And The Wii Is Getting A New Physical Game Release
Brazilian developer Nai Adventure is bringing Metal Canary to the classic console.
February 11, 2026 — Source or Source

Pokemon devs "wanted to create a different type of game that's not an RPG" with cozy life sim Pokopia, but that whole idea "was a challenge"
After Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Pokopia senior director Shigeru Ohmori wanted to "create a different type of game than usual"
February 11, 2026 — Source

Pokopia "doesn't force you to wait" like Animal Crossing -- the cozy Pokemon life sim wants you to knock stuff out your "own way" instead of waiting "a whole day to continue to play"
For the trainer on the go
February 11, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia Borrows Pieces Of Animal Crossing, Minecraft, And ... Viva Pinata?
The cute new take on the world of Pokemon is a buffet of cozy game influences.
February 11, 2026 — Source

'Pokemon Pokopia' is 'Minecraft' for Pokemon, and fans will lose hundreds of hours to it
Why didn't anyone think of this sooner?
February 11, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia is so damn cozy
Think Animal Crossing mixed with Stardew Valley, but with all your favorite pocket monsters.
February 11, 2026 — Source

Pokemon Pokopia on Switch 2 May Turn Poke-Haters Into Believers
Pokemon Pokopia helps players stop catching creatures and instead become Poke-ecologists.
February 11, 2026 — Source

Pokopia turns the Pokemon world into a relaxing, human-free paradise
The Pokemon Company, Koei Tecmo, and Game Freak's new life sim game is more than a charming spin on Animal Crossing.
February 11, 2026 — Source

The Pokemon Company Wants To Expand Franchise Beyond Just Battling
Senior game director Shigeru Ohmori is looking at moments in Pokemon Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, and Sapphire for inspiration on where to take the long-running franchise next.
February 11, 2026 — Source

The Virtual Boy returns next week, but there are three things I need you know about the Switch Online remake
A retro console remake with important caveats.
February 11, 2026 — Source

"There are also lots of different ways to enjoy Pokemon, not just by battling," says Pokopia lead, who points to Ruby and Sapphire for ways to "scale the Pokemon games in general"
Shigeru Ohmori knows "a lot of the fans enjoy" side content like Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald's Secret Bases, for example
February 11, 2026 — Source

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

Finally, I've Found the Perfect Switch 2 Controller
Gulikit's TT Pro and TT Max have many more stick and button options than a Switch 2 Pro controller, and they have one feature no other gamepad does.
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"
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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
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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 22nde 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