News - March, 2019
Sunday31st Mar 2019
News Did Best Buy Leak Joker's Render For Smash Bros. Ultimate Ahead Of Schedule?
This might not be a joke
Sure, it's April Fools tomorrow, but this is a case where we're not joking. It looks like the deals page over on the Best Buy website has just leaked the render for the upcoming Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC fighter Joker. The Persona 5 character is expected to arrive in Ultimate before the end of April as a part of the
News Nintendo’s E3 2019 Website Goes Live
Let the hype begin
Following the announcement the global championships for Splatoon 2 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate would take place around the time of E3 in Los Angeles this year, Nintendo revealed the place to go for more information about this upcoming event would be its official E3 2019
Random Nintendogs + Cats Returns To The 3DS eShop In North America
A new leash on life
In 2016, Nintendo quietly removed the Nintendogs + Cats games for the 3DS from the North American eShop without any warning. It left users in this region with no other choice but to seek out a physical copy if they wanted to spend some quality time with these adorable pets. Now, out of nowhere, all three games are back up on the...
News Limited Run Games Is Working On A 3DS Physical Release
What could it be?
Limited Run isn't done with Nintendo's older systems just yet. After finally announcing it would release Axiom Verge on the Wii U not long ago, the physical specialists are now apparently working on a 3DS release. In a reply to a user on Twitter, who was suggesting Person Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth would be the last st
News Samurai Shodown Neo Geo Collection Sharpening Its Blades On Switch This Fall
Hajime!
The next project to land on Nintendo Switch from Digital Eclipse is none other than a collection of six Neo Geo titles from the Samurai Shodown franchise. In the Samurai Shodown Neo Geo Collection you will be able to pick six games from the mainline slash'em up series: Samurai Shodown Samurai Shodown II
Feature Nintendo Life eShop Selects - March 2019
March's best Switch eShop games!
Incredibly, we've already reached the end of March (that's a quarter of the way through 2019 already!) and the Switch eShop's catalogue of games continues to expand at an alarming rate. As such, it's time to bring out the good old Nintendo Life eShop Selects awards! These awards aim to celebrate the best of...
News Nintendo's Global Championships For Splatoon 2 And Smash Bros. Ultimate Take Place This June
Right before E3
Nintendo will be hosting the global championships for both Splatoon 2 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on 8th June in lead-up to this year's E3. The Los Angeles-based finals will include players from North America, Europe, Japan, and Australia/New Zealand. Below is the announcement from the Nintendo Versus Twitter account: Here's...
Saturday30th Mar 2019
News Six More Sega Ages Games Announced For Nintendo Switch
You're in for a treat
During today's Sega FES stage show, six more titles for the Sega AGES line were revealed. These upcoming Switch eShop releases include Shinobi, Wonder Boy in Monster Land, Fantasy Zone, Puzzle & Action: Inchidant-R, Herzog Zwei and G-LOC Air Battle. Shinobi This single-player action side-scroller is based on the original...
News Sega Announces Mario & Sonic At The Tokyo 2020 Olympics For Nintendo Switch
Start stretching
During the Sega Fes stage show in Japan today, the new Mario & Sonic game was announced. Mario & Sonic at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics will be released on the Switch in winter 2019, and an arcade version will be released the following year in 2020. You'll be able to experience all of the action in the home version with the...
Review Xenon Racer - A Spluttering Speed-Fest That Lags Well Behind Its PS4 And Xbox One Siblings
Stalled effort
By now, we're all pretty smart to the realities of porting a game from other consoles to Nintendo Switch – especially when that game has arrived within the last year or so. Unless you're working with a particular art style or setup that's purposefully easy to render, most Triple-A games are going to take a knock to both performance...
News Team Hare Takes On Team Tortoise In The Upcoming Splatoon 2 Spring Fest
Version 4.6.0 arrives next week
Nintendo has announced the next event coming to Splatoon 2 is the Spring Festival. This time around, players will be siding with team hare or team tortoise to decide once and for all who would win in a race. This Splatfest will start on 19th April and runs for 48-hours. Here's the official announcement: As a bonus,...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 30th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
Well done, folks! We've made it to the end of yet another week. This week brought us a bonkers bug situation in Final Fantasy VII and even more rumours of new Switch models coming this year, so it's probably about time we unwind by discussing our weekend gaming plans. Team Nintendo Life has just done that...
News Nintendo Brings Educational Labo Program To Classrooms Across Australia
Learning with cardboard
Nintendo Labo's educational rollout worldwide appears to be well and truly underway, with Nintendo Australia launching an "Australian-first" primary school program, aimed at teaching the basic principles of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. The program aims to give 800 primary school-aged chil
Friday29th Mar 2019
Review Dead or Alive Xtreme 3: Scarlet - A Sun-Soaked Romp That Loses Its Appeal Too Soon
Leer, there and everywhere
Welcome, one and all, to this beautiful tropical retreat – a place where weary people come to unwind with a host of activities including ball sports, endurance races, knocking opponents off platforms or simply relaxing on the beach. Oh yes, you can do all this and more on wonderful Wuhu Island... Hang on, that’s not...
Review Power Rangers: Battle For The Grid - A Promising Fighter Undone By Publisher Greed
Power trip
Power Rangers is one of those franchises that simply refuses to die. There's a good chance you were into it as a kid, whether that was back in the '90s heyday when everyone – and we mean everyone – was Rangers crazy or anytime throughout the last 25 years of Morphin' Time. And it's still going strong, with new series' of increasingly...
News Panic Button Is Bringing Two New Games To Switch Starting With Hob: The Definitive Edition
Update: Torchlight II also on the way
Update: There's even more good news, too, as the partnership is also set to bring Torchlight II to brand-new platforms. Panic Button is "working on an enhanced version" of the ARPG dungeon crawler which "will launch on consoles this fall". Original Article: Switch port wizard Panic Button has been hard at...
Video 13 Amazing New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In The Month Of April
What a month!
The month of April is upon us and it means a whole new batch of games are coming to the Switch. Our lovely video producer Alex Olney has once again put together a watchable list of the finest ones on the way. Still, it's been quite hard to narrow down when so many quality games are being released around the same time. Heck, we're even...
News 3DClouds Responds To Criticism Of The Switch Version Of Xenon Racer
"We as a studio and a team will learn a lot from this"
Following our look earlier in the week at the disparity between the eShop trailer and the released version of Xenon Racer on Switch (which launched on Wednesday), 3DClouds has responded to the article regarding the situation on the eShop and the current state of the game itself. The trailer for...
News Security Researcher Avoids Prison After Hacking Into Nintendo's Network
And Microsoft's servers
Nintendo and Microsoft are once again making headlines together, but this time around it's not exactly what you might expect. 24-year-old security researcher Zammis Clark – also known as Slipstream or Raylee online – has pleaded guilty in London's Crown Court to hacking into Nintendo and Microsoft networks. The former...
Video Yoshi's Crafted World Is Out Today, Here's A Launch Trailer
Adorable as ever
Today sees the latest major Nintendo release finally launch on Switch, this time in the form of Yoshi's Crafted World. A new launch trailer (with a Yoshi vocal track to accompany it, no less) has been posted to celebrate. You likely know all about this one by now, but Yoshi's new adventure has you jumping, ground-pounding,...
Random Japan's Kirby Merchandise Never Fails To Make Us Smile
A new Kirby lottery is on the way
We often find ourselves banging on about how jealous we are of those living in Japan, and at least 70% of that jealousy comes from the nation's incredible range of Kirby merchandise. If you don't believe us (or just want to see some of it for yourself) feel free to check out any of the following. In recent times,...
News Lots Of Nintendo Games Will Feature In Summer Games Done Quick's Charity Speedrun
Full list revealed
As you may well be aware, Games Done Quick is an event which runs twice every year with gamers taking on tricky speedruns to raise money and awareness for various charities. Growing in popularity year on year, these events are a great watch, and the full line-up of games set to appear at the next livestream has now been revealed...
News RPG Sephirothic Stories Brings Its Turn-Based Battles To Switch Next Week
10% discount if you pre-order
Sephirothic Stories is just days away from launching on Nintendo Switch, it has been confirmed. You'll be able to get your hands on it from 4th April in North America, and just one day later in Europe. The game is an adventure RPG from Kemco which actually released on Steam just a couple of weeks ago. It'll have you...
News Battle Princess Madelyn Quality Of Life Update Adds King Daddy and Boss Rush Mode
"Much, much better"
If you were interested in Battle Princess Madelyn prior to its arrival on the Switch eShop but weren't quite happy with the state of the game at launch, Causal Bit Games is today releasing a rather sizeable update for the Nintendo version. It enhances the overall experience with two new modes and a number of quality of life...
News Shadow Blade: Reload Brings "Epic" Ninja Platforming To Switch Tomorrow
Ninjas and samurais clash
Action-platformer Shadow Blade: Reload is about to spice things up on the Switch eShop; if you're in Europe, you'll be able to get your hands on it tomorrow. The game is said to be set in "a visually striking world where the ancient teachings of ninjas and samurai clash upon a modern landscape". Players will need to sprint...
News Suda51 Hopes To Have "Something Cool To Announce" Around The Time Of E3
So, No More Heroes 3?
It's been well-documented Goichi "Suda51" Suda wants to release another numbered installment in the No More Heroes series. At the end of Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes there's even an ending hinting at the future of the mainline series. So, what's the status on the next entry? At the 2019 Game Developers Conference,...
News Pre-Order Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Or XII From Nintendo UK For A Chance To Win Prizes
Who doesn't love bonus goodies?
We may well have just got Final Fantasy VII on Switch, but two more Final Fantasy games are also on the way in April. If you're thinking of picking them up, you might want to consider this particular offer from the Nintendo Official UK Store. That's right, Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster is launching on 16th April,...
News Twin-Stick Shooter Pressure Overdrive Blasts Onto Switch Next Week
A "steampunk-shooter on wheels"
Indie developer Chasing Carrots has revealed that twin-stick shooter Pressure Overdrive will be firing itself onto a Switch near you next week. A "steampunk-shooter on wheels", Pressure Overdrive has you upgrading your buggy with more than 35 weapons and gadgets to take up the fight for 'La Resistance'. You'll need...
News Hyper Light Drifter Is Getting Its Own TV Show From The Producer Of Netflix's Castlevania
"We’re going to make it cool.”
Hyper Light Drifter is one of the Switch eShop's truly brilliant experiences, with its gorgeous visuals and challenging combat making it a great addition to anyone's library of games. Now, the game's universe is set to expand with a brand new TV series. Speaking to Polygon, the game's cre
Video Check Out Kamek's Tricky Skills On The Court In Mario Tennis Aces
Joining the roster next month
With Pauline now available in Mario Tennis Aces, Nintendo's focus has shifted to Kamek, who was originally revealed on the official game site alongside Dry Bones. To promote Kamek being added to the game's roster in the month of April, a new trailer has been released. As you can see, Kamek is a tricky-type player. If...
News Throw Your Friends To Victory In Co-Op Switch Adventure Heave Ho
Physics-based fun
Devolver Digital has spilt the beans on a new co-op focused game headed to Nintendo Switch. The title in question is Heave Ho, and it looks like things are about to get pretty crazy. The game is a physics-based local multiplayer adventure where players must cross an impossibly wide ravine. Using your own two hands, and then the...
Thursday28th Mar 2019
Random Darksiders: Warmastered Edition Will Ruin Your Switch Shelf
But in a good way?
If you're a super-serious collector of Nintendo Switch physical releases and love nothing more than seeing all of your purchases neatly lined up on your shelf, you might want to think twice about picking up Darksiders: Warmastered Edition. Then again, if you're anything like us, this might actually make you want a copy even more...
Random Nintendo Repairs Faulty Switch And Then Sends It Back To The Owner Without Joy-Cons
Not as bad as it sounds
It doesn't matter what company it is, customer service can be hit or miss depending on the day of the week. Now that we've somewhat set the scene, a Reddit user known as blockingturtle recently sent their faulty Switch (including the Joy-Cons and all the other important equipment) off to Nintendo UK for repair. When the...
News Xenoblade Studio Monolith Soft Is Hiring Staff For The Legend Of Zelda Series
The next chapter
In somewhat surprising news, Monolith Soft – the developer behind the Xenoblade series – has revealed it is currently hiring staff for The Legend of Zelda series. The company is seeking technical artists, programmers, planners, designers and management support. Here's the tweet from the official Monolith Soft account, including...
News Yacht Club Games Reveals Cyber Shadow, A Thrilling New 8-Bit Ninja Platformer
Other ninjas better watch out
After a teaser earlier this month, Yacht Club Games has now revealed it is publishing the 8-bit ninja action platformer Cyber Shadow on multiple platforms, including the Nintendo Switch. The game has been developed over the past decade by Aarne Hunziker from Mechanical Head Studios and has been polished up under the...
News Bulletstorm: Duke of Switch Edition Set To Storm Switch This Summer
Duke Nukem's back on a Nintendo console
Gearbox has announced at PAX East that it's bringing a version of 2011's Bulletstorm to Switch 'early' this summer in the guise of Bulletstorm: Duke of Switch Edition. Essentially a Switch version of the remaster Bulletstorm: Full Clip Edition which appeared on PS4, Xbox One and PC back in 2017, developer...
News Minecraft Update Removes References Of Its Creator From The Game
No longer 'Made by Notch!'
References to Minecraft's creator Markus "Notch" Persson have been removed from the game as part of its latest update. Originally spotted by Twitter user @decrepitlab, and then confirmed by PC Gamer, the update has removed two quotes referencing Persson which would usually appear on the game's splash screen. Previously,...
Nintendo Download 28th March (North America)
Yoshi’s Crafted World, Darksiders, Alex Kidd!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch Retail: Yoshi's Crafted World...
News Bethesda Confirms Panic Button Is Developing The Switch Version Of Wolfenstein: Youngblood
You're in safe hands
Following Bethesda's official confirmation Wolfenstein: Youngblood is launching on the Nintendo Switch this July, the company's FAQ page for the game has revealed a few extra details. If you had any concerns about the Switch iteration, there's no need to worry. This version is being developed by the talented team at Panic...
Nintendo Download 28th March (Europe)
Yoshi! Xenon Racer! Moai VI! Final Fantasy!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail - New Releases: Yoshi's Crafted World (Nintendo,...
News Super Blood Hockey Brings Brutal Arcade Action To Switch Next Month
Mmm, 8-bit violence
Digerati has revealed that it will be bringing Super Blood Hockey and its retro-flavoured violence to Nintendo Switch next month. Described as "a violent homage to classic 8- and 16-bit ice hockey games" Super Blood Hockey lets you customise your line-up, take to the ice, and use fast-paced skills and bone-crunching brutality to...
News tinyBuild Digs Up Graveyard Keeper For Nintendo Switch
"You can stop asking us now"
After a PEGI rating dating back to August last year suggested Graveyard Keeper would be surfacing on the Switch, tinyBuild has now confirmed the medieval cemetery management sim, developed by Lazy Bear Games, is indeed on its way to Nintendo's hybrid platform. The announcement is about as weird as they come, with a...
News Ubisoft Will Host An E3 2019 Conference, Date And Time Confirmed
Mario + Rabbids 2?
This year's E3 is looking a little different, with several major players opting to do their own thing, rather than hold a traditional press conference. Fans of the good old days will be pleased to hear that Ubisoft plans to attend as usual, however, no doubt bringing along the usual celebrity appearance or two and a bizarre...
News Raging Justice Receiving A Strictly Limited Physical Release On Nintendo Switch
Pre-orders open at the end of the month
Team17 and Makin' Games are teaming up with Strictly Limited Games to release a physical copy of Raging Justice on the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Pre-orders open at the end of this month on the 31st March. Much like other physical releases, there'll be two versions available. The first is the standard...
News Natsume Announces Reel Fishing: Road Trip Adventure For Switch
Catch it this summer
Natsume Inc, a developer and publisher perhaps best known for series such as Harvest Moon and Rune Factory, has announced that Reel Fishing: Road Trip Adventure is reeling in a release on Nintendo Switch. The game will be the latest entry into Natsume's Reel Fishing franchise, which has seen releases on Nintendo DS, Wii, and...
News Sega Reveals Spooky New Haunted Castle Track For Team Sonic Racing
Mysterious ghosts await
Sega has revealed yet another track - and accompanying song - set to be playable in Team Sonic Racing. This time around we have a new 'Haunted Castle' setting. You can see a teaser for the new track in the image above (which is all we have in terms of new visuals, unfortunately) and check out the music in the video below...
News Arcade Archives Armed F Is Your Next Retro Release From Hamster, And It's Out Today
A 1988 shooter
Hamster has revealed the latest Arcade Archives release heading to Nintendo Switch in Europe and North America. Arcade Archives Armed F arrives on the eShop today. Here's a quick overview of the game, along with some tasty screenshots. Oh, and make sure to check out the trailer above to see the game in action, too. Armed F is a...
Random Fan Recreates The Nintendo Labo Piano In Pop-Up Book Form
What storage problems?
A key part of the Nintendo Labo Variety Kit - one of the first sets to arrive on the market - was the Piano Toy-Con. With cardboard keys which act exactly as you'd expect, and various sound-changing gadgets and gizmos stuck on the sides, the Piano Toy-Con is fun little piece of kit. One of the few problems with it - and with...
News MUSYNX Finally Brings Its Rhythm-Action To Europe, 28 New Songs To Be Added
Out on the eShop today
Rhythm-action title MUSYNX is finally arriving in Europe today, publisher PM Studios has revealed. The game first launched on Switch in North America last summer; we gave it an 8/10 in our review, saying the following: Barebones in organisation and structure but absolutely joyous in its presentation, Musynx is pure rhythm...
Wednesday27th Mar 2019
News Looks Like Final Fantasy VII On Switch Has Reintroduced A Bug That Was Patched Out Years Ago
Say what?
Yesterday, after 22 years of waiting, a Nintendo console finally received its very own version of Final Fantasy VII. Perhaps the most famous and adored entry in the series, the game will no doubt be attracting the attention of brand new players and those who have already played it 15 times on other platforms, too. Unfortunately, those...
Review Yoshi's Crafted World - A Charming Construction Made From Familiar Materials
5.2 gigabytes of beautiful bog rolls and bottle tops
The Yoshi games have carved a niche for themselves as colourful, mostly frictionless experiences well-suited to younger gamers or anybody after some cute low-pressure platforming. Completionists may find challenge in hunting down every last collectible, but these games are built to be approachable...
News Fans Are Remaking Zelda: Link's Awakening In The Style Of A Link To The Past
How long until Nintendo’s lawyers step in?
A fansite called ZeldaForce is currently hard at work on a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, swapping its visual style to suit that of Zelda: A Link to the Past on the SNES. The project is called 'A Link to the Dream' and is planned to be released on platforms like AmigaOS, Windows, and...
Talking Point Xenon Racer Is Just The Tip Of The Iceberg For Falsely Advertised Games On Switch
We call bullshot
Launching this week on Nintendo eShop (and also available physically) is Xenon Racer, an arcade speedfest from 3DClouds with futuristic supercars burning around city street circuits. Earlier this week we posted news of the launch trailer with some lovely-looking gameplay that got us rather excited. The Switch isn’t exactly blessed...
Random This Zelda Sheikah Slate Phone Charger Is Amazing, If A Little Cumbersome
And yes, it plays sound effects
We love nerdy gadgets and accessories here at Nintendo Life, and when those things are coupled with a nice bit of Legend of Zelda branding, we simply can't resist admiring - and probably purchasing - whatever it is we've seen. Fitting wonderfully into all of the categories mentioned above is this Legend of Zelda:...
News Overcooked 2 Is Getting Even More DLC And A 2019 Season Pass
Overflowing
Team17 has revealed that the ever-expanding Overcooked 2 is about to receive yet another DLC package and a season pass for 2019. The new DLC is called Campfire Cook Off and will become available on Switch on 18th April. We have a description of what you can expect right here: The Onion King has joined the Cookie Scouts in his latest...
News Target Australia Seems To Think Red Dead Redemption 2 Is Coming To Switch
Oops
Listen, we all want Red Dead Redemption 2 to come to Switch. That's a given. It's one of the year's biggest games and has gotten rave reviews all over the world, so we'd be silly to even suggest we're not jealous of our PS4, Xbox One and PC-owning chums who all have the chance to explore the Wild West and do some rootin' and tootin' in the...
News Enter The Gungeon's Final Update 'A Farewell To Arms' Comes To Switch Next Week
With two new playable characters
Dodge Roll Games and Devolver Digital have announced that Enter the Gungeon’s final update, 'A Farewell to Arms', will be heading to the Switch on 5th April - which just so happens to be the three-year anniversary of the game’s initial launch. This final update is set to offer two new playable Gungeoneers in The...
News An Indie Dev Has Already Asked To Work With Nintendo's IP After Seeing Cadence Of Hyrule
And so it begins
We've already discussed this at length, but Cadence of Hyrule is one of the most interesting releases on its way to Switch. In what is an extremely rare occurrence, Nintendo has handed over the keys to one of its biggest IPs to an indie developer, potentially changing the future of its beloved franchises in a rather dramatic...
News Senran Kagura Producer Leaves Marvelous After Frustrations Over Sexual Content Restrictions
Now working with Cygames
Kenichiro Takaki, producer of the Senran Kagura series, has reportedly left his position at Japanese developer Marvelous. Takaki, known as the “huge boobs producer” by fans thanks to his work on the mature-themed Senran Kagura games, had been working with Marvelous for 13 years. The news of his departure comes via...
Video Here's Your First Proper Look At Dragon Quest XI S Running On Switch
3D, 2D and boss battle gameplay shown off
Brand new footage of the upcoming Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age has been shared today in a Square Enix livestream, and it's looking rather lovely. The livestream revealed a whole new wave of Japanese voice cast members, some of the additional new features players can expect to find in the game...
Review Windscape - A Pleasantly Laid-Back Take On A Well-Worn Genre
Gone with the Morrowind
Roaming the skyward islands of Windscape, you'll find yourself descending into a perpetual state of explorative calm. This is a world of monsters and ne'er do wells, much like any other fantasy setting with a splash of the medieval, but roaming its semi-cartoonish lands often invokes the sedate pace of Firewatch and...
News Level-5's Snack World Video Game Appears To Be Getting Localised
Snack attack
It looks like Level-5's video game and television series The Snack World is still receiving a western release in the near future, with the help of the localisation company 3Beep. The company's website reveals the following information: 3Beep is working with Level-5 to create the English language versions of the television series and...
Random Store Your Cardboard Creations In This Official Nintendo Labo Box
This box rocks
As fun as it is making Nintendo Labo cardboard creations, finding a place to store them can be a real hassle. If you haven't already found a space for these kits inside your home, Nintendo is releasing an official Labo-themed box for 800 yen in Japan. If you're wondering what the catch is, there isn't one. It's a standard box you use...
News Wolfenstein: Youngblood Fires Onto Switch On 26th July, New Trailer Released
With Deluxe Edition and pre-order bonuses
Note: The following trailer contains frequent bad language. Bethesda has confirmed that it will be bringing more juicy Wolfenstein content to Switch this summer, as Wolfenstein: Youngblood secures a 26th July release date. A brand new trailer has been shared to reveal all. As you can see at the end of...
Japanese Charts Smash Bros. Ultimate Overtakes Splatoon 2 As The Best-Selling Switch Game
Super Robot Wars T debuts in 3rd
Japanese chart figures are now in for 18th - 24th March revealing that, as we predicted last week, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has now overtaken Splatoon 2 as the best-selling game on Nintendo Switch in the region. The game sold another 21,008 copies this week, taking its total physical sales in Japan to 2,974,153.
Video Motion Twin Promotes Dead Cells: Rise Of The Giant DLC With Humorous Animation
Lovely stuff
The small team responsible for Dead Cells has done a tremendous job improving the game since it was released on the Switch in August last year. Last month, the friendly folk at Motion Twin even revealed a substantial new DLC update was on the way. To promote this free downloadable content, officially titled Dead Cells: Rise of the...
News Free-To-Play Puzzler Gems Of War Is Out Now On Switch
Worth a shot?
Looking for a new puzzle game to check out on your Switch? Gems of War is available right now, and it's free. Described as a "puzzle RPG hybrid game", Gems of War fuses those elements with strategy gameplay to offer a battle system where players have to match gems on a puzzle board. Matching the gems will power up spells which can...
News EA Laying Off Around 350 Employees Across Multiple Divisions
"This is a difficult day"
Video game publishing giant Electronic Arts is laying off around 350 employees across its marketing, publishing and operations divisions. In an email to employees, EA CEO Andrew Wilson said the company had "a vision to be the world's greatest games company" and to do this, it would streamline its organisation to meet the...
News Take To The Skies In The Next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Event
Spread your wings and fly
The next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate spirit event "Kings & Queens of the Sky" starts this Friday and runs for a total of three days. If it wasn't already clear, this event is all about flying spirits. During this event, you'll encounter more winged spirits than usual. You can expect to see flying-type Pokémon, Squawks...
News Role-Playing Card Game SteamWorld Quest Hits The Switch On April 25th
Triumph over evil with the hand you’re dealt
Thunderful Publishing and Image & Form have confirmed SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech will be released next month on 25th April, after its launch date was revealed ahead of schedule last week. The game will be exclusive to the eShop "for the foreseeable future" and will set players back $24.99 /...
Feature 17-BIT On Galak-Z: The Void, Nintendo Switch And Future Projects
“We are huge fans of the Nintendo Switch”
Like a great many developers, 17-BIT's Jake Kazdal has an affinity with Nintendo. Employed at Sega once upon a time, Kazdal went indie and founded his own outfit – briefly called Haunted Temple Studios – before switching to the name 17-BIT, and releasing the well-received Skulls of the Shogun on the...
News Intense Restaurant Management Sim Cook, Serve, Delicious 2! Hits Switch Next Month
60+ hours of gameplay
Vertigo Gaming Inc. has revealed that its restaurant management sim Cook, Serve, Delicious! 2!! is arriving on Nintendo Switch on 10th April. A sequel to 2012's Cook, Serve, Delicious!, this game gives players complete control over how they wish to build their very own restaurant. Nintendo's eShop listing for the game says...
Tuesday26th Mar 2019
Random Sony's PS4 State Of Play Presentation Made 'Nintendo Direct' Trend On Twitter
Not the desired effect
Yesterday saw the very first 'State of Play' presentation from Sony, a new video presentation series which will cover PS4 announcements going forward. Although Sony never described it as such, many immediately compared the series to Nintendo's 'Direct' video presentations - a format with which we're sure you're already very...
News Final Fantasy XIV Director Still Wants The Game On Switch, Talks With Nintendo Are Ongoing
Cross-platform play essential
The Switch has become a small haven for Final Fantasy fans in recent times; Final Fantasy IX launched just last month, Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age and Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster both arrive in April, and
Rumour This Year's 'Budget' Switch Could Take The 2DS Route And Ditch A Killer Feature
You know, for kids!
We've heard rumblings that Nintendo is working on new Switch hardware all year, but yesterday's report from The Wall Street Journal was the most convincing yet; it claims that Nintendo is working on not one but two new SKUs for the console. One is aimed at the 'Pro' sector of the market, and will apparently include additional...
Review Blaster Master Zero 2 - Pure, Retro Platforming Goodness At Its Finest
A masterclass in retro game design
In the early days of the Switch eShop, one of the first indie darlings to resonate with audiences was Blaster Master Zero, an enhanced remake of the NES classic. What began as an already solid remake quickly grew into something much more substantial thanks to a series of paid content drops and free updates that...
News WayForward Announces Shantae 5, Arrives On Nintendo Switch Later This Year
The half-genie returns
WayForward Technologies has announced Shantae will be making a return "later this year" on the Nintendo Switch and multiple other platforms. As this is the fifth entry in the long-running series, it's tentatively titled Shantae 5. The character's hair notably makes up part of the logo. Following this announcement, a fan...
Reminder Final Fantasy VII Finally Launches On A Nintendo System Today
After 22 years
After more than 20 years of waiting, we can finally say that - as of right now - Final Fantasy VII is playable on a Nintendo System. The game has launched on Nintendo Switch today. Originally entering development for the SNES, before then being reworked as a 3D title, Final Fantasy VII was eventually moved to the PlayStation after...
Talking Point There's Room For A Switch 'Family' If Nintendo Nails The Messaging
Three's a crowd, no?
Another week, another fresh batch of Switch rumours. The most recent include renewed whispers from the Wall Street Journal concerning potential hardware revisions for your favourite ‘homeheld’. The paper reported back in October last year on Nintendo’s potential plans to introduce a smaller, portable-focused model in 2019...
News Crash Team Racing Includes Remastered Content From Crash Nitro Kart
Tracks, karts, arenas and modes
If you're still not convinced about the upcoming Switch release Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled, Activision and Beenox have revealed the game will include remastered tracks, karts, arenas and battle modes from the 2003 PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube title, Crash Nitro Kart. Yes, that's right, in addition to the...
News Rumours Of New Switch Models Cause Nintendo's Share Price To Significantly Rise
Investors seemingly on board
Yesterday, we shared a report from the Wall Street Journal which states that Nintendo is planning to release two new Switch models later this year. These claims haven't been confirmed or commented on by Nintendo itself, but the company has seen a significant share price rise as a result. The report suggests that both a...
News The Lord Of The Rings: Gollum Could Come To Switch, My Precious
It's ours it is and we wants it
We're getting a new Lord of the Rings game, and it's one that will focus on perhaps the most interesting character across all of Tolkien's works: Gollum. Twisted and tortured by his desire for The One Ring, Gollum is a key figure in both The Hobbit and its sequel, and would make a great central character for any...
Feature The Brightly Coloured History Of The Yoshi Series
Green is the new black
When asked to name a key Nintendo franchise, most people's first thoughts would likely turn to Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda and Metroid. However, over the years Nintendo has consistently made games with Yoshi as the star. These titles have fleshed-out Nintendo's release schedule nicely across various console generations,...
News Did The Latest Streets Of Rage 4 Trailer Just Reveal Two New Playable Characters?
Bare those knuckles, guys
A new gameplay trailer for Streets of Rage 4 has been released which gives us a better idea of what the final product will look like when it eventually hits the (ahem) streets. Currently in production at Guard Crush Games, this highly-anticipated sequel will feature the artistic talents of Lizardcube, the studio behind the...
Random Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Comic Features A Cool Super Mario Bros. Tribute
The Amazing Spider-Mario
Mario's all over the place at the moment. In the last two years alone, he's appeared in Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Super Mario Party,
Random Someone Cloned Axelay On The NES, Because Why Not
Seriously impressive stuff
It never ceases to amaze us how far modern-day developers can push retro hardware. From elaborate tech demos to fully-fledged ports, programmers are willing to push vintage systems to the absolute limit, forcing them to produce visuals that, back in the day, would have been unthinkable. Take the work of French developer...
Exterminate!
In February, Gunman Clive developer Bertil Hörberg announced his new platform action title Mechstermination Force would be arriving on the Switch eShop this Spring. It's described as a cross between the Contra series and Shadow of the Colossus on PlayStation 2, and will apparently be "a lot bigger" than his previous releases. Speaking...
News Cel Damage HD Unleashes Vehicular Combat On The Switch eShop This Week
Multiplayer mayhem
When cel-shaded games began to take off, Electronic Arts published a vehicular combat game known as Cel Damage on the GameCube, Xbox and PlayStation 2. It was a more cartoony take on titles such as Twisted Metal and Vigilante 8. Since its original 2002 run, developer Finish Line Games has ported Cel Damage HD across to multiple...
News Buy Smash Bros. Ultimate At Nintendo's UK Store And Get A Second Copy For Half Price
Smashing
We love Super Smash Bros. Ultimate here at Nintendo Life, but one thing's for certain: there is definitely more fun to be had when playing the game with a friend. If you're wanting to play the game with one of your friends online, this new deal from the Nintendo Official UK Store might be just the perfect thing. While stocks last, buying a...
Video The Future Meets The Past In This New Trailer For Mortal Kombat 11
A generational clash
The marketing for the upcoming multi-platform release Mortal Kombat 11 has been absolutely relentless. Since the eleventh entry was revealed to the world late last year, it's been making headlines ever since, with regular character reveals, trailer uploads and live streams. In the latest story-focused clip – revealed during...
News The Final Episode Of The Walking Dead's Final Season Is Out Today On Switch
Clementine's story comes to an end
Telltale's The Walking Dead: The Final Season has finally reached its end today, with its final episode 'Take Us Back' now available on Nintendo Switch and other platforms. As you may well be aware, Skybound Games picked up development of the Walking Dead series after its original developer, Telltale, closed its...
News Elden: Path Of The Forgotten Brings Top-Down Horror To Switch This Year
Medieval cosmic horror
Top-down pixel art action title Elden: Path of the Forgotten is scheduled to launch on Nintendo Switch in 2019, it has been confirmed. Elden: Path of the Forgotten is a medieval cosmic horror game with a focus on "storytelling through nontraditional methods" and environmental storytelling. It has been in development since...
News Dead Cells Now Has Its Very Own Glorious Making-Of Artbook
'The Heart of Dead Cells'
If you're a fan of the super-popular Dead Cells and love nothing more than learning all there is to know about your favourite games, then this could well be absolutely for you. We actually reported on this book last summer when it was first announced, but it has now been released and is available to order as we speak. A...
Monday25th Mar 2019
Review Unravel Two - Another Confident Switch Port, Perfect For Platforming Fans
Wool you bring a friend?
If video games have taught us anything over the years, it’s that adventures are always better when undertaken with a friend. Experiencing a challenging mission for the first time. Overcoming a boss with hard-fought teamwork. Solving a puzzle at the exact same moment. Co-op can often give us some of gaming’s most...
Rumour Nintendo Is Releasing Two New Versions Of Switch This Year
Budget and Pro versions incoming?
Nintendo has plans to release not one but two new Switch SKUs this year, according to a fresh report from the Wall Street Journal. As previously hinted, one of these versions will be a cheaper model that could well remove the detachable Joy-Con altogether, making it more akin to a 3DS successor. The WSJ says th
News SNK's Samurai Shodown Reboot Slashes Its Way Onto Switch In Q4 2019
Hitting PS4 and Xbox One in June
SNK has confirmed that its Samurai Shodown reboot will be coming to Nintendo Switch in Q4 2019, slightly after the release of the PS4 and Xbox One versions. Powered by Epic's Unreal Engine 4, the title is set in-between the events of the original Samurai Shodown and its fifth mainline entry. 16 fighters will make...
News All Warframe Players Will Receive Free Gifts This Week To Celebrate Its Sixth Anniversary
Nearly 50 million registered users
Today is Warframe's sixth anniversary and, to celebrate, Canadian developer and publisher Digital Extremes has revealed that it will be gifting players with free rewards this Wednesday. The freebies will include a brand new exclusive Liset (landing craft) Skin, last year’s Dex Excalibur skin, and all of the...
Talking Point Could We See Mario Kart Tour At Apple's Event Today?
Perfect timing?
Apple is set to hold a keynote event later today. At the upcoming presentation, the company is expected to mainly talk about new services, with a focus on their video streaming offering that's set to rival both Netflix and Amazon. However, many are hinting that the event could be about much more than just one new service, and won't...
News Code Your Own Games With FUZE4 Nintendo Switch, Now Launching This May
Learn how to code games on your Switch
FUZE Technologies Ltd has shared the news that its upcoming educational coding platform release, FUZE4 Nintendo Switch, has been delayed until the end of next month. If you've missed our previous coverage of this one, the software features a comprehensive selection of tutorial projects which allow users to get...
News The Switch Famicom Controller's Microphone Actually Works, Just Like The Original
Could future Joy-Con have a mic built-in?
As you may well remember, to coincide with the launch of the Nintendo Switch Online - Nintendo Entertainment System collection, both NES and Famicom-style wireless controllers were released for the Switch for online subscribers only. The Famicom versions are exclusive to Japan - just like the system on which...
Random If You Remember This Super Mario Game Show, You Have A Better Memory Than Us
Is that... Mario?!
In the early days of the video game industry, there were quite a few abortive attempts to mix the medium of interactive entertainment with the more passive pastime of just sitting and watching telly. Shows like GamesMaster and Bad Influence in the UK would try and capitalise on the amazing popularity of video games, but in...
Video Extended Detective Pikachu Movie TV Spot Reveals Brand New Scenes
Creepy Gengar and more
More footage of the upcoming Detective Pikachu movie has been released, this time in the form of extended TV spots released in North America and Japan. The footage shows off some previously unseen moments from the film, including our first detailed close-up of Pancham. Pikachu also says the phrase "sweet mother of Arceus"...
News Duck Game Will Make An Action-Packed Splash On Switch This May
Ducks. Everywhere.
Adult Swim Games and indie developer Landon Podbielski have revealed that Duck Game is firing its crazy action gameplay onto the Nintendo Switch this May. Developed in partnership with Armature Studios, this new Switch version of the game has been "fully optimised" for the console. The action takes place in the year 1984, in a...
News Metagal Brings Old School 2D Platforming To Switch This Friday
16-bit graphics, 8 unique levels
The Switch is set to receive another retro-inspired 2D platformer this week in the form of Metagal, courtesy of publisher, Ratalaika Games. In this one, players take on the role of Meta, a cyborg girl, who is on a quest to rescue her creator from the hands of General Creeper, the evil leader of a rogue army. Things...
Anniversary Nintendo 3DS Launched 8 Years Ago Today In Europe
And what an eight years it's been
Eight years ago today, on 25th March 2011, the Nintendo 3DS was released in Europe. Just two days later it arrived in North America, too, with Australia following suit on 31st March of the same year. We still vividly remember picking up our 3DS consoles for the first time, excitedly watching things popping out of...
News Xenon Racer Brings Futuristic Arcade Racing To Switch Tomorrow, Launch Trailer Released
Scratch that F-Zero itch
Xenon Racer is speeding onto the Nintendo Switch tomorrow, bringing fast-paced, futuristic, arcade racing along for the ride. To celebrate, Soedesco has released a launch trailer. Xenon Racer boasts sleek, futuristic car visuals made possible with Unreal Engine, with each design coming from the mind of Marcello Raeli -...
News Action-Shooter Snow Battle Princess Sayuki Blasts Onto Switch This Week
50% off if you pre-purchase
Japanese publisher Ninja Games Japan is set to release Snow Battle Princess Sayuki on Nintendo Switch this week. The game tasks players with help Sayuki, a snow princess, to break an evil curse set upon her loved one by finding eight items scattered across eight lands. The journey will take you across Blizzard Mountain,...
UK Charts Mario Kart 8 Deluxe And New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Stay In The Top Ten
'Mario' + 'Deluxe' = success
UK chart data is now in for the week ending 23rd March, revealing that both Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe have managed to keep their places in the top ten. New release Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice manages to take top spot this time around, selling most of its copies on PS4. This pushes last week's...
News Surreal Puzzler Back To Bed Sleepwalks Onto Switch Next Month
Utterly bizarre puzzles await
2Awesome Studio has revealed that it will be bringing Bedtime Digital Games' Back to Bed to Nintendo Switch next month. The game sees players guiding a sleepwalker named Bob from his sleep-inducing office to the safety of his bed, all by controlling his subconscious guardian, Subob. The pair travel through a surreal...
Sunday24th Mar 2019
Random Deal With Any Climate In Zelda: Breath Of The Wild With This Game-Changing Glitch
Elemental immunity
Tired of having to swap Link’s gear every time you enter a different environment in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild? If you are, then this glitch might be of interest to you. The ‘Apparatus Storage’ bug not only allows you to max out Link's hearts and stamina, but also makes you immune to extreme temperatures,...
Rumour New Persona 5 Trailer Connected To Recent Smash Bros. Ultimate Datamine
Another link
Persona 5 R is now officially known as Persona 5: The Royal, after a short teaser commercial for the upcoming PlayStation 4 game aired during the latest episode of the animated series. While there was no mention of the new Atlus game being released on the Nintendo Switch, there is believed to be a link between this latest trailer and...
Random Sonic The Hedgehog Creator Yuji Naka Thinks Nintendo Has Changed
Indie collabs paving the way
Now that we know Brace Yourself Games is working on a cross-over between Crypt of the NecroDancer and The Legend of Zelda series, it has raised questions about what else could be on the horizon. When the Sonic The Hedgehog creator Yuji Naka first found out about an indie developer working with one of Nintendo’s most...
News Professor Layton And The Curious Village Appears To Be Making The Switch
One other entry also being localised
Last time we heard about the 2007 DS title Professor Layton and the Curious Village, was when it was discovered the classic story-driven puzzle game by Level-5 was being ported across to Android and iOS. Now, according to a listing on the G4F Localisation website, Professor Layton’s original
News It Looks Like Hi-Rez Studios Is Bringing Realm Royale To The Nintendo Switch
Fantasy Fortnite
At the beginning of February, it was discovered Hi-Rez Studios was likely releasing its free-to-play multiplayer fantasy title Realm Royale on the Switch in the near future. If the previous findings weren't already convincing enough, dataminers have now uncovered even more evidence of a possible Nintendo release. A
Saturday23rd Mar 2019
News Cuphead Won't Be Any Easier On Nintendo Switch
Deal with it
While Nintendo is known for making gaming as accessible as possible to the masses, a number of indie developers have made a name for themselves on the Switch by providing absolutely ruthless experiences. Cuphead by StudioMDHR will be no different. This game is already known as a punishing run and gun 2D platformer and it's now been...
News NetherRealm Studios Reveals First DLC Character For Mortal Kombat 11
Noob Saibot also returns
It's a common trend for developers of upcoming releases to announce downloadable content ahead of time nowadays and NetherRealm Studios is no different. The first of six DLC fighters coming to Mortal Kombat 11 in the Kombat Pack is Shang Tsung. Interestingly, the character is voiced by the Japanese-American actor, martial...
News Power Rangers: Battle For The Grid Arrives Next Week On Switch eShop
Go go Power Rangers
Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid had an incredibly rough start to its life when a YouTube channel uploaded the game's trailer and press release ahead of schedule, resulting in the game being officially revealed on the same day as the first Mort
Random Is State Of Play PlayStation's Take On Nintendo Direct?
Immitation is the sincerest form of flattery
Sony has revealed it will be hosting a series of live broadcasts, with the first one kicking off on 25th March. These 'State of Play' showcases intend to provide updates and announcements from the world of PlayStation. Here's a bit about what to expect, direct from the PR: State of Play will give you...
News Dead Cells Surpasses One Million Sales, Switch Version Leads The Way On Console
Well deserved
Motion Twin's Dead Cells didn't have the best launch on the Switch eShop. In fact, when it arrived, the French-based developer had to acknowledge frame-drops and performance issues with a public apology. It spent the next six months reworking the game engine, to bump the framerate up to 60fps and since then, it's been recognised as one...
News Alex Kidd And Gain Ground Join The Sega AGES Line Here In The West On 28th March
Two more classics
The Sega AGES line has taken ages to get up and running here in the west. Despite this, it has managed to develop into a quality library of retro re-releases with some subtle quality of life improvements to enhance the overall experience. While we wait for the likes of Virtua Racer to arrive, Sega has now confirmed it’s...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 23rd)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
Well, what a busy week we've had. There was the Nindies Showcase, which brought with it the Cuphead and Cadence of Hyrule reveals, the
Friday22nd Mar 2019
News Super Mario Party Finally Gets Its First Update, But It's Far From Exciting
Still no new content, then
We had a lot of fun with Super Mario Party when it launched last October - we called it a "beautifully realised Mario Party game which takes the series right back to its roots" in our review - but we always thought it could have done with another board or two to enjoy via an update or DLC package. Well, as it happens, the...
Random Did Game Freak Sneak The 'Loss' Meme Into Pokémon: Let's Go Pikachu And Eevee?
You've got to be kidding (update: they were)
Update: It's come to our attention that the image posted was fabricated, therefore the joke is firmly on us. Touche @luulubuu, you got us. Original Story: Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! have been available on Nintendo Switch for four whole months now, dividing the fanbase with more...
News Nintendo Reveals The Best-Selling Indie Games On The Switch
Nindie representation
The relationship between Nintendo and indie developers seems to be getting stronger by the day. We've seen characters such as Shovel Knight represented as an assist trophy in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and now the developer behind Crypt of the NecroDancer is working on a special Zelda cross-over known as
News Microsoft Asked The Studio Behind Cuphead To Bring The Game To Switch
An active approach
When Cuphead was revealed during the recent Nindie Direct presentation, it somewhat confirmed rumours about Microsoft bringing a selection of Xbox exclusives to the Nintendo Switch. As surreal as it might be, it's got many people wondering how such an idea came about in the first place. According to Daniel Bloodworth fr
Hands On There's More To Nintendo's Labo VR Than Meets The Eye
Virtual Reality, the Nintendo way
Maintaining a healthy degree of scepticism is always a wise policy in life, especially when you're faced with a seemingly endless number of companies trying to tempt you to spend your hard-earned cash. It's a practice we regularly employ in both our personal and professional lives here at Nintendo Life, and it's...
News This 3D Model Of Super Mario World Is Breathtakingly Beautiful
We'll take ten, thanks
If you love Super Mario World anywhere near as much as we do, you're going to love this 3D model based on the game's overworld, too. Shared on Twitter by Matt Brailsford, this gorgeous little creation features all of the key areas seen on the game's famous map. Everything from the little world numbers, the Yellow Switch...
News Nintendo's Nindie Manager Hopes Cadence Of Hyrule Will Start An Indie Collab Trend
Which other franchises would benefit?
The Nindies Showcase reveal of Cadence of Hyrule was an exciting one for many reasons, but one standout reason is the fact that Nintendo has happily entrusted a relatively small indie developer with the Zelda brand. This really isn't a normal occurrence in Nintendo's world; larger, well-established companies...
News Nostalgia Alert! James Pond Codename: Robocod Slips Onto Switch eShop
Cod help us
With the huge lists of new titles on eShop every week, it's sometimes easy for smaller games to slip thought the net as the bigger releases grab our attention. Eagle-eyed readers will have spotted a 16-bit classic that dropped onto Switch yesterday. Yep, James Pond Codename: Robocod is available to download on eShop as we write. For...
News Someone Made A Painting Elephant VR Game Long Before Nintendo Labo
Coincidence?
Nintendo is set to release its latest venture into the world of cardboard gaming next month with Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit. Included in the complete set is a Toy-Con Elephant design, which allows players to use a trunk to paint 3D objects and more besides. It's one of the more inventive additions coming to the Labo VR range,...
Video Get Your First Look At The Nintendo Labo VR Kit
Heck, it's about time
The first footage of the Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit has finally been released. Below is the full rundown, courtesy of the official Nintendo PR: Ever wish you could paint like an elephant or feel like a superhero by stopping an alien invasion? Nintendo Labo: VR Kit launches exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system on...
News Dead Cells' The Beheaded Joins The Battle In Brawlout On Switch
A new challenger approaches
Indie arena fighter Brawlout has a brand new fighter in its roster thanks to this week's Version 2.0 update, and it's none other than Dead Cells protagonist, The Beheaded. That's right, Dead Cells joins Yooka-Laylee, Guacamelee, and Hyper L
News SteamWorld Quest Physical Edition Expected To Arrive This Year
Launching digitally
As fantastic as physical game releases are on the Nintendo Switch, one common problem is delayed retail announcements. It can result in fans buying a digital copy of a game and then regretting their purchase when they hear a physical verision is on the way. Recently, a number of developers have made an effort to improve the...
News Free-To-Play Fighter Brawlhalla Adds Hellboy Characters Next Month
Iconic characters join the ranks
Hot on the heels of the Brawlout x Dead Cells news, Ubisoft has revealed that Brawlhalla is also about to get a roster boost, this time in the form of a collection of characters from 2019's Hellboy movie. The news comes thanks to a partnership between Ubisoft and production company Lionsgate, which sees the iconic...
News Switch Accounts For Almost Half Of ToeJam & Earl: Back In The Groove's Early Sales
Beating Steam, PS4 and Xbox One
ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove launched at the start of this month, bringing its "funky fresh roguelike adventure infused with old skool hip-hop" to Switch and other platforms with a nostalgic bang. The game's developer, Humanature Studios, has now updated its original Kickstarter page with some early sales...
News Yet Another Zombie Defense HD Is A Top-Down Arcade Shooter Invading Switch Next Month
With local and online co-op
Yet Another Zombie Defense HD is barricading itself onto a Switch near you very soon indeed; a 5th April release date has been confirmed today alongside a brand new trailer (above). The game is a top-down arcade zombie shooter with tactical and strategic elements. Players must prepare before nightfall by building...
News Nintendo Labo Wins GDC Innovation Award
The power of cardboard
At the very beginning of 2019, the organisers of the 19th Game Developers Choice awards announced this year's nominees. On the Switch front, Nintendo Labo was nominated for an innovation award, while indie titles such as Celeste got nominated for the best audio, design and game of the year. The winners of each category have...
News Detective Adventure AI: The Somnium Files Launches This July
A new trailer and a Special Agent Edition up for pre-order
Developer Spike Chunsoft has debuted a new trailer for its neo-noir detective game AI: The Somnium Files at GDC and announced a 25th July release date. The video above gives a first look at gameplay, although it's still a little vague on the specifics. You play as detective Kaname Date...
News Solve Magical Puzzles On The Go With SpellKeeper, Out On Switch This April
"Challenging but not frustrating"
The Switch eShop is about to get its hands on yet another puzzle title, this time in the form of SpellKeeper. Described as a "unique logic game" on Nintendo's official store listing, this one is set to feature dozens of puzzles and hand-drawn graphics, as seen in the gameplay footage up above. That video is...
Thursday21st Mar 2019
News Cuphead Physical Release Confirmed For Nintendo Switch
Spread the word
If you are excited about the classic run and gun action game Cuphead coming to the Nintendo Switch but aren't particularly interested in downloading it from the eShop, the good news is a physical version is on the way. Studio MDHR will release the digital version on 18th April and a physical copy will arrive at some point after the...
News Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy Of The Duelist: Link Evolution Launches This Summer As A Switch Exclusive
Featuring 9,000+ cards
Konami Digital Entertainment has announced that Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy of the Duelist: Link Evolution will be launching exclusively on Nintendo Switch this summer. The game is based on the official Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game, and will have players taking on iconic duelists from the series' universe. You'll also be reliving the...
Japanese Charts Smash Ultimate Is Now Less Than 10,000 Copies Away From Outselling Splatoon 2
Smash could take over next week
Japanese chart figures are now in for 11th - 17th March, revealing that Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is on the brink of becoming the best-selling Switch game in the region. This week saw another 20,706 copies be sold at retail (making it the best-selling Switch game this week), taking its total sales to 2,953,145...
Nintendo Download 21st March (North America)
Final Fantasy VII, Unravel Two, Blaster Master Zero 2!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch Retail: Unravel Two (Electronic...
News Expect More Xbox Live-Enabled Games To Come To Switch Over The Next Year
Cuphead is just the beginning
Last week, Microsoft's Gaming Cloud Chief Kareem Choudhry said the technology giant had no specific Xbox Live announcements for the Switch right now. Despite this, the company has somehow touched on the subject again at the 2019 Game Developers Conference, currently taking place in San Francisco. According to a tweet...
News Nintendo Hosts Huge Indie Sale In Europe With Up To 50% Off
Save on Darkest Dungeon, INSIDE, Night in the Woods, Minit etc.
After yesterday's Nindies Showcase celebrations, the love for all things indie is positively everywhere. Joining the fun is Nintendo itself, with an 'Indie Sale' taking place on the Nintendo eShop from now until 27th March. You can get discounts on games like Darkest Dungeon, INSIDE,...
News Cuphead's Creator Would Be "More Than Pleased" To Let Him Appear In Super Smash Bros.
And Mugman, too
You might think that Cuphead's surprise announcement for Switch would be more than enough good news on its own, but that hasn't stopped fans from dreaming even bigger. We've seen several comments from site readers and social media users hoping that the game's titular character might now appear in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate since the...
Review Azure Saga: Pathfinder Deluxe Edition - A Largely Forgettable JRPG Romp
Off the beaten path
If there’s one thing Nintendo Switch already has in abundance, it’s JRPGs. There are classics from yesteryear, Triple-A odysseys from some of the biggest developers in the word and a healthy smattering of independently-made offerings. As Switch owners, we’re spoiled for choice, so if you’re bringing a Japanese-style...
News How The Crypt Of The NecroDancer Developer Got To Work With Zelda
Nintendo was just as interested
The last and arguably most surprising announcement during the recent Nindie Direct was Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer. Many hours on, we're still scratching our heads wondering how the heck an indie developer has got the rights to create a title based on one of the most iconic Nintendo series of all-time...
News Nintendo And Sony Shares Drop Following Google's Stadia Reveal
Down almost 4%
Both Nintendo and Sony have seen their shares take a bit of a tumble following the Google Stadia reveal on Tuesday. Google's upcoming Stadia platform is set to allow users to stream games across pretty much any screen - mobiles, TVs, tablets, and laptops - and looks like it could make a significant and very different dent in the...
News Mutant Year Zero: Road To Eden Announced For Switch, Includes Expansion DLC
Physical deluxe edition also confirmed
During Epic's keynote at the 2019 Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, The Bearded Ladies and Funcom announced Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden would be released on the Switch on 25th June. This version of the game will come with expansion DLC. There'll also be a retail deluxe edition released on the same...
Video Want To See 5 Minutes Of Cuphead Running On Switch? Of Course You Do
Result!
One of the major highlights of yesterday's Nindies Showcase presentation was the announcement that Cuphead would be making the jump to Nintendo Switch. Once a Microsoft exclusive, it was a pretty surprising reveal to say the least. The good news doesn't stop there, though; we already know that the Switch version of the game will allow you...
Feature Nintendo Indie Collaborations And Crossovers We’d Like To See
Tasty indie matchings with some cherished favourite franchises
The announcement of Cadence of Hyrule – Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring The Legend of Zelda (to give its unwieldy full name) in yesterday’s Nindies Direct presentation was a delightful surprise. Although we’d heard whispers of
News Kotal Kahn Gets Humiliated In His Mortal Kombat 11 Reveal Trailer
"Jacqui Briggs wins"
If you've been keeping tabs on NetherRealm Studios' upcoming fighting game Mortal Kombat 11, you'll no doubt be aware of the regular live streams - better known as Kombat Kasts - for the game. So far, these streams have slowly but steadily been revealing each of the fighters in the new entry. In the latest one, NetherRealm...
News InkyPen Is Now Offering Free-To-Read Comics On Nintendo Switch
No subscription required
Nintendo Switch comic book app InkyPen is now allowing readers to browse a "growing selection of free comics" and explore its catalogue without a subscription. A brand new patch has been added to the app today, fixing bugs and adding features which primarily includes this selection of free comics. Previously, users had to...
Nintendo Download 21st March (Europe)
Unravel Two! Fate/EXTELLA! Air Conflicts!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail - New Releases: Fate/EXTELLA LINK (Marvelous Europe,...
News Cadence Of Hyrule Features The Work Of Two Sonic Mania Artists
It's a small (and wonderful) world
One of the 'wow' moments from yesterday's Nindies Showcase presentation was the reveal of Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer - a new game from the team behind Crypt of the NecroDancer which is set to feature none other th
Anniversary Pokémon Snap Turns 20 Years Old Today
And we still don't have a sequel
Twenty years ago today, on 21st March 1999, Pokémon Snap was first released in Japan. A Nintendo 64 exclusive, Pokémon Snap follows the adventures of Todd Snap, a Pokémon photographer who is tasked with taking perfect shots of the adorable critters and showing them to Professor Oak for inspection. It features 63...
News The Free Wizard Of Legend Sky Palace Update Is Now Available
Return to the wizard world
Yesterday, Nintendo fans were bombarded with a bunch of indie game announcements. It's all thanks to the recent Nindie Direct presentation, showcasing a variety of upcoming Switch eShop releases. With the spotlight still on the smaller side of development, Contingent99 has taken the opportunity to surprise everyone by...
Video Square Enix Staff Share Secrets And Memories Of Final Fantasy IX's Development
The first in a series of videos
Amazingly, the Nintendo Switch is slowly but surely becoming a Final Fantasy fan's dream console. Last month saw the release of Final Fantasy IX, the adored Final Fantasy VII launches next week, and Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age and
News Zombie Infested Apartment Simulator Undead's Building Looks Delightfully Bonkers
Live rent free
Have you ever wanted to live in a zombie infested apartment where the undead wander the hallways? Nope? That's the correct answer! Still, the premise makes for a fun looking game and Japanese indie developer Double Drive is going to release Undead’s Building on the Switch eShop on 28th March so you can experience the horror for...
News Among The Sleep: Enhanced Edition Brings Terrifying New Content To Switch This May
New level, improvements and pyjamas
The award-winning horror game Among the Sleep: Enhanced Edition has received a confirmed release date for Nintendo Switch. You'll be able to check it out from 29th May. The news comes alongside a brand new trailer (which we've shared above) and more details on what you can expect in this 'enhanced' release. This...
Video Take A Peek At Some Brand New SteamWorld Quest Battle Gameplay
Check out the card-based system
Yesterday may well have presented us with crazy amounts of exciting Nindie goodness, but there's another title gearing up for release that definitely shouldn't be forgotten about: SteamWorld Quest. Yes, Image & Form's upcoming SteamWorld game is a particularly interesting one, partly thanks to the fact that the...
Video Hollow 2 Hopes To Win Over FPS Fans With New Action Trailer
Hollow returns to Switch with new sequel
Forever Entertainment has been hard at work on Hollow 2 recently, a sequel to last year's first-person survival game Hollow. A brand new trailer has been released today to give players a taste of the action. It's safe to say that we weren't the biggest fans of Hollow when we played it last February. We felt...
Wednesday20th Mar 2019
News Konami Releasing Anniversary Collection Series On Nintendo Switch
Castlevania, Contra and more
After the Australian Classification Board let the cat out of the bag last week, Konami has now confirmed it is bringing an Anniversary Collection series to the Nintendo Switch eShop. The line-up includes Arcade Classics, Castlevania Ann
News Cuphead Is Coming To Nintendo Switch, Along With Xbox Achievements
Thanks, Microsoft!
It has been confirmed that the critically-acclaimed 2D platformer Cuphead is coming to Nintendo Switch. The news was the headline of today's Nindies Direct broadcast, which made a point of thanking Microsoft for making the port a possibility. Cuphead was previously a Microsoft exclusive. Studio MDHR Co-Director Chad Moldenhauer...
Watch Nindies Direct March 2019 Broadcast - Live!
30 minutes of indie goodness
Are you ready for some indie game news? At 9am PT / 12pm ET (so that's 4pm GMT / 5pm CET), Nintendo will broadcast a 30 minute presentation focused on Nindie titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. As ever, we'll be live-blogging this event from this very page, so be sure to join us! <liveblog...
Review R.B.I. Baseball 19 - An Improved Showing, But Still Sadly Lacking In So Many Areas
Batter up!
It’s been a quiet baseball off-season this past Winter. A few players went here, some went there. Then it went quiet. Nothing much happened. Then Manny Machado signed for a lowly $300million to go to the San Diego Padres. The once damp squib of a Hot Stove was now absolutely napalmic. Not wishing to be undone, and desperate to smash the...
News Cadence of Hyrule Is What You Get When You Cross Crypt of the NecroDancer With Zelda
Coming this Spring
The surprise announcement of today's Nindies Direct was the news that the award-winning Crypt of the NecroDancer is getting a Legend of Zelda-themed expansion. Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer includes both Zelda and Link, but uses the same beat-based gameplay of the original. However, we're also getting new stages and...
News Castle Crashers Remastered Brings 2D Beat 'Em Up Action To The Nintendo Switch
It's official
Less than a week after the initial tease, American developer The Behemoth has now officially announced Castle Crashers Remastered is coming to the Nintendo Switch. The Switch release will include HD Rumble, Switch online support, 4-player local multiplayer and portable play. This version has been made possible with the help of...
News Nindie Direct Shows Off Plenty Of Upcoming Indie Games On Switch
Check out some of the smaller titles from today's presentation
There are plenty of smaller titles that cropped up over the 25 minutes of today's Nindies presentation. Here's our roundup of some of the smaller titles and their trailers. Overland Finji delivers a new game from Adam Saltsman, the creator of Canabalt. In this turn-based survival...
Talking Point What Does Google's Stadia Mean For Nintendo And The Future Of Gaming?
Is Switch under threat, or a viable alternative to cloud gaming?
Yesterday’s reveal of Stadia, the boxless 'future of gaming' from Google, was certainly intriguing. It promises seamless browser-based streaming of AAA games at 4K and 60 frames-per-second to all manner of devices you already own. The proposition is a clear and clean one for people...
News Blaster Master Zero 2 Looks Amazing, And You Can Get It On Switch Today
Buggy boy
During the latest Nindies Showcase it was revealed that Blaster Master Zero 2 – the sequel to the much-liked original – will land on the Switch eShop today for just $9.99. The first game was a Switch launch title, but it seems that this follow-up is both bigger and better, with the protagonist Jason blasting off into space with his...
News BadLand Breaks Its Silence Regarding Delayed Wii U Version Of Axiom Verge
"All this is part of a defamation campaign"
Who would have thought that a Wii U game could cause so much drama in 2019? We recently reported on the news that Limited Run Games is finally releasing the Wii U version of Axiom Verge after a costly legal tussle with the Spanish company BadLand Games. The two firms had signed a deal back in 2017 to...
News Danny DeVito 'Is Still Inside Of' Detective Pikachu
"I promise you"
If you're anything like us, you'll be rushing to the cinema to see Detective Pikachu when it hits the big screen in May. If you've watched any of the trailers, you'll no doubt recognise Ryan Reynolds' voicework as Detective Pikachu. The playful and sarcastic nature of his personality which worked so well in Deadpool is likely to...
News Special Reserve Games Reveals GRIS Physical Release For Switch
Due out this year
Special Reserve Games has scored the rights to distribute the physical release of the standout indie title GRIS. With pre-orders for The Messenger officially live, the coming soon page of the SRG website now has GRIS in its place. As you'll see, it's locked in for 2019, but no other information about this upcoming release has been...
News Get Ready, Mouthbreathers: Stranger Things 3: The Game Has A Release Date On Switch
The Upside Down opens alongside the new season's debut
Gather your friends, stockpile some Eggos, and get ready to play through the events of Stranger Things’ third season from your Nintendo Switch beginning this July. Stranger Things 3: The Game was on display during today’s Nindies Direct stream, and finally given a concrete release date of...
News Kill la Kill: IF Arrives In North America And Europe This July
School time
The next Arc System Works fighting game Kill la Kill: IF will arrive on the Nintendo Switch in both North America and Europe on 26th July. This is timed in with the Japanese release on 25th July. The game will also receive two free downloadable characters this summer. These characters are Mako Mankanshoku and Ultimate Double Naked DTR...
Chillout time, offline
Nintendo of Japan has released four new advertisements showcasing the many strengths of the Nintendo Switch. As usual, the marketing message is on point and these will likely play quite well with their target demographics. The first advertisement focusses on Nintendo's unique games on the Switch, such as Pokémon: Let's Go,...
News Box Office Analysts Expect Big Things From Detective Pikachu
Positive predictions
Detective Pikachu isn't just shaping up to be the best live-action Pokémon movie – it has the potential to be the best video game movie, period. After some initial scepticism, it would appear that the Hollywood outing has won over critics and each new piece of information has been met with a positive response from fans. All...
News Daemon X Machina Producer Thanks Fans For Playing The Limited-Time Demo
"We're checking all your feedback"
When Nintendo said the Daemon X Machina 'Prototype Missions' demo would only be available for a limited time, it wasn't joking. Now that everyone has had time to reflect on their own experiences with this upcoming Switch release, the producer Kenichiro Tsukuda has made the effort to thank players for trying out...
News We Almost Got Virtua Racing On The Game Boy Advance
The 'Time Extension' that never happened
The news that Virtua Racing is coming to Switch – and that it promises to be the most complete version yet seen – has caused a wee bit o' celebration amongst Sega fans. Yu Suzuki's seminal 3D racing classic effectively laid the foundation f
News The Red Lantern Slides Onto Switch Later This Year
The Alaskan dog sled sim you didn't know you needed
Coming from Timberline Studios, The Red Lantern is confirmed to be coming to Switch sometime this year. Lindsay Rostal, the game's director, presented game footage in today's Nindie Direct detailing some of the things you'll be getting up to in this story-driven dog sled sim. Featuring roguelike...
News My Friend Pedro Offers Gloriously Slow-Motion Violence On Switch
Let's get bananas!
Publisher Devolver Digital has had a good track record of bringing quality games to the Switch eShop, and My Friend Pedro from Deadtoast Entertainment looks like no exception. The game bio alone has us sold: My Friend Pedro is a violent ballet about friendship, imagination, and one man’s struggle to obliterate anyone in his...
News Eat Up In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Next Spirit Board Event
Food fight
It's that time of the week again when Nintendo reveals its next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Board event. This one is titled "Spring Snackfest" and starts later this week on Friday. As usual, there's some fancy artwork to promote the event: During this event, you'll earn more Snack (L) after every battle and your Spirit Points...
News RAD Takes You To The Post-Post-Apocalypse For 3D Roguelike Action
Double apocalypse from Double Fine
Veteran developer Double Fine today announced an all-new game coming to Switch this summer. RAD is a 3D action game set in the Fallow, a wasteland of a world that has been ravaged by not one, but two apocalypses. Players will have to battle all sorts of creatures and work to heal the cracked and barren land you...
News Fortnite v8.11 Update Brings The Flint-Knock Pistol, And More Besides
Knock, knock... who’s there?
Fortnite on Nintendo Switch is the game that keeps on giving. Updates to the game are coming thick and fast, the latest version 8.11 looks like a good one. It offers a new weapon (in keeping with the pirate theme) as well as a new game mode, and much more besides. Let's take a look at the patch notes... WHAT’S...
Tuesday19th Mar 2019
News Nintendo's Tom Nook Tax Day Tweet Has Sent Animal Crossing Fans Into Overdrive
Nintendo Direct teased?
Yesterday, Nintendo of America shared a possibly cryptic (but possibly completely innocent) tweet starring the one and only Tom Nook - Animal Crossing's greedy, yet lovable, real estate agent racoon. The tweet is a little different to the generic marketing messages sometimes shared by the account, though, instead being...
Review Fate/Extella Link - One Of The Best Musou Games On Nintendo Switch
Can I just have one more moondance with you, my love
Musou fans have been a bit spoiled this generation, with many great releases in this niche genre coming out for the Switch, some of which are from the Big N itself. One of the more middling Musou games from the early days in the Switch’s life was Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star, which married that...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Mod Adds Online Co-Op
Explore Hyrule together
One of the most famous video games of all time, and arguably one of the most important and influential, is The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Sitting at the very top of many players' lists of favourite games, Ocarina of Time is one of those titles that really is a 'must-play' experience, partly thanks to that level of hype...
News Team Cherry Provides Hollow Knight: Silksong Update, New Characters Revealed
New game, new characters
As you may already be aware, Hollow Knight developer Team Cherry is currently hard at work on a sequel called Hollow Knight: Silksong. We know that Switch will be the only console to receive the game at launch, but other details are still pretty slim at present. Changing that slightly, though, the team has provided a quick...
Review The Princess Guide - A Rewarding Action Title Ruined By Obtuse Mechanics And Poor Design
"Just because you're beautiful and perfect, it's made you conceited"
Should you scold your warrior-princess because she keeps turning her subordinates into frogs and you think it is a bit extreme as far as disciplinary measures go, or should you praise her because she just survived being double-teamed by enemy mechs without any squad support? This...
News Google Reveals Stadia, Its Vision Of A Cloud Gaming Future
The future is not a box, apparently
Search giant Google has just lifted the lid on its cloud gaming service, known as Stadia. The service will stream games across pretty much any device with a screen, including phones, tablets, laptops, TVs and more besides. You’ll be able to access your games via all of these portals, and even pick up where you...
Hands On Getting Our Hands Dirty With My Time At Portia On Switch
Your next Switch time sink?
Team17 has revealed that its RPG/crafting sim My Time at Portia is building up to a 16th April release on Nintendo Switch. Being the lucky so-and-sos that we are, we were recently invited to the studio's headquarters in sunny Wakefield, UK to spend some quality time with the game, giving us the chance to see what all the...
Random eBay Scammer Tricks Hundreds Of Customers Into Buying Non-Existent Switch Consoles
Be careful out there
It's time to briefly touch upon the not-so-nice part of the world for just a moment, as "almost 500" people have fallen victim to an eBay scam involving non-existent Switch consoles. The seller, going by the name 'gtrade2015' on eBay, had multiple Switch consoles listed for £230 (£50 cheaper than the official retail price)...
News Son Goku (GT) Is Being Added To The Dragon Ball FighterZ DLC Roster
Young at heart
Arc System Works and Bandai Namco are adding another Goku variant to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster. This information comes from the latest monthly issue of Japanese manga magazine V-Jump. This time around, it's a much younger-looking Goku, based on the character from the Dragon Ball GT series. Son Goku (GT) will be added as a...
News Bethesda Confirms E3 2019 Showcase
"It’s going to be a hell of a night"
After EA announced its press conference would be replaced by multiple live streams at E3 2019, a number of other publishers have been encouraged to reveal their own plans. Bethesda is the latest one, confirming it will be returning to E3 this year to host its annual video game showcase. Here's the rundown from...
News Sega Wants Your Feedback About Some Of Its Longest-Running Video Game Series
Let them know
In recent times, Sega has reached out to its fanbase on a number of occasions. At the 2018 Tokyo Game Show, it ran a poll to find out what games fans would like to see added to the AGES line and more recently asked the community what games should appear on the Mega Drive Mini. It's now conducting an extensive player survey in the US,...
News Sega Ages Virtua Racing Will Support Eight-Player Splitscreen And Online Races On Switch
Eight players, one screen
Last September, it was revealed that Virtua Racing would be joining the Sega Ages line-up on Switch. We haven't heard a great deal about it since then, but some more details have now been shared which are sure to get fans excited for its release. The news comes from the latest issue of Weekly Famitsu (thanks, Gematsu),...
News The Arcade Version Of Pokkén Tournament Is Terminating Its Online Services
Gone but not forgotten
Bandai Namco's Pokkén Tournament might be known as one of the more exciting games during the Wii U generation that got a new lease of life when it was re-released on the Switch, but it actually started out as an arcade exclusive in Japan. In sad, but inevitable news, it's now been announced via the official website, that the...
News Bulletstorm: Full Clip Edition Seemingly Teased For Nintendo Switch
Can we expect a PAX East 2019 announcement?
Gearbox Software has teased another game it will be revealing at PAX East 2019. This time it took to Twitter to share a picture of the fast and frantic first-person shooter, Bulletstorm: Full Clip Edition. In the image, you can see Ishi Sato - one of the original characters from the game - along with Duke...
Random Nintendo Gets Crafty With Its Yoshi's Crafted World Promo Materials
If only it came with a manual like this
Yoshi's Crafted World is just ten days away from release, with a worldwide launch planned for 29th March. We're eagerly awaiting the day we can finally get stuck into everything it has to offer, but until then, we might just find ourselves watching this little video over and over again. Shared by Twitter user...
News Moe Monster Girl RPG Moero Chronicle Hyper Dungeon-Crawls Onto Switch This April
With added vibration function
Idea Factory has confirmed that it will be bringing Moero Chronicle Hyper to Nintendo Switch in the west next month. You'll be able to get your hands on it from 26th April. Originally released without the 'Hyper' in Japan, this dungeon-crawling RPG has you fighting through dungeons, recruiting Monster Girls, and...
Deals Amazon UK Knocks £5 Off Lots Of Switch Games And Consoles For One Day Only
Including Mario Maker 2 pre-orders
If you're in the mood for picking up a Nintendo Switch-related bargain, this one-day deal from Amazon UK might be just the thing you were looking for. The retailer is hosting an offer from now until midnight tonight (19th March) which takes £5 off qualifying orders over £25. Luckily for Nintendo fans, plenty of...
Video Watch 23 Minutes Of Untitled Goose Game Footage From GDC 2019
Honk
Untitled Goose Game is perhaps one of the most anticipated indie titles set to arrive on Switch. Since its reveal last summer, we've seen nothing but love for the game's quirky nature in our comment sections and a healthy number of our team can't wait to get stuck in, too. Sadly, despite that initial reveal confirming that it'd release in...
News Death Squared Dev SMG Studio Teases A New Surprise-Launch For Switch
Days before a Nindies Showcase...
We've been wearing our investigatory caps and uncovered what appears to be a tease for a very imminent surprise game launch on Switch; if we had to, we'd take a guess that it's coming tomorrow. As regular visitors are likely already aware, we'll be treated to a brand new Nindies Showcase presentation tomorrow (you...
News Frantic Puzzle-Platformer Peasant Knight Jumps Onto Switch This Week
Can you beat the timer?
Ratalaika Games has confirmed that its upcoming puzzle-platformer Peasant Knight will be frantically dashing and jumping towards a Switch near you later this week. Coming from the team at 4AM Games, this one is actually described as a puzzle-platformer "with a twist". You'll be relentlessly dashing into the face of danger,...
Monday18th Mar 2019
News Nintendo Forgot That You Can't Complete StarTropics Without The Original NES Manual
What a blunder
Just last week, Nintendo added StarTropics - along with other games and goodies - to the NES Nintendo Switch Online app, presenting the game to an entirely new audience. Unfortunately, these new players are finding themselves unable to complete the game thanks to what can only be described as a bizarre oversight from Nintendo itself...
News Kickstarter Project Makes Custom Switch Pro Controllers For Every Smash Ultimate Character
Hide your wallet immediately
If you love Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and glorious pieces of gaming hardware as much as we do, you'll probably have a pretty hard time resisting this one. A Kickstarter crowdfunding project has recently launched offering backers a custom Switch Pro Controller featuring any character design they like from the game, and...
Booyah!
Nintendo has just released a demo for the hugely popular online shooter Splatoon 2, giving new Inklings a chance to dip their toe in the ink before they buy. That's not the only benefit, though, as you're about to find out. The demo will allow players to jump into 4-on-4 Turf War battles, Salmon Run, League Battle, and Ranked Battle modes...
News Designer Shares Switch And Joy-Con Mock-Ups Based On Every Nintendo Home Console
Which would you pick?
The vibrant colours available and the ability to mix and match different designs make the Switch's Joy-Con an attractive - and highly noticeable - part of the console. Not only can you show off your own personal flair (we're rocking one neon blue and one neon pink right now), but you can also change this to reflect your current...
News Nindies Showcase Officially Announced For Wednesday, 20th March
Surprise!
Completely out of the blue, Nintendo has revealed that a Nindies Showcase video presentation is on the way later this week. The show will air this Wednesday, 20th March at 9am PT / 12pm ET (so that's 4pm GMT / 5pm CET). According to a brief press release, the show will feature "roughly 30 minutes of information on indie games coming to...
Review Motorsport Manager For Nintendo Switch - A Winning Formula For F1 Fans
Pedal to the metal
Motorsport Manager for Nintendo Switch will grind your hope into dust and feed you a balanced diet of disappointment for the first few hours of every playthrough. You’ll languish at the back of the pack, race after race, as you choose the wrong tyres for certain conditions or fail to keep your drivers in a positive working...
News Nintendogs-Style Switch Exclusive Little Friends: Dogs & Cats Launches This May
Go hands-on at PAX East and EGX Rezzed
Indie publisher Sold Out has revealed the western release date for Little Friends: Dogs & Cats, a Nintendogs-like game coming exclusively to Switch. You'll be able to get your furry paws on it from 28th May. The game arrived on Switch in Japan last December, with this western release being confirmed
News Super Real Mahjong PV Temporarily Removed From Switch eShop Due To Accidental Nudity
Not safe for the eShop
Super Real Mahjong PV has only been available on Nintendo Switch for a matter of days, but the game has already been pulled from the eShop after several scenes of nudity were spotted by players. Super Real Mahjong is a series of arcade mahjong titles made by SETA Corporation, with many of its games being ported to the Sega...
Random 70-Year-Old Pokémon GO Player Gets Snapped Up As An ASUS Brand Ambassador
'Influencers'...
In a news story we never expected to write (but one that we're incredibly happy to be doing nonetheless), the internet-famous 70-year-old Pokémon GO player Chen San Yuan was recently presented on stage as a brand ambassador for Taiwanese electronics giant ASUS. If that sentence has just flown over your head faster than a soaring...
News Event Horizon Brings Space Exploration And Dynamic Battling To Switch This Month
2D action meets RPG... In space
Drageus Games has revealed that it will be bringing Event Horizon to Nintendo Switch. You'll be able to get your hands on it at the end of this month. The developer describes it as "an exciting space 2D action/RPG game" where players must take command of a space fleet and start a galaxy exploration mission. You'll be...
News The Pokémon TCG Was In Development Before The First Games Had Even Been Finished
Obvious potential even that early on?
As we know it today, the Pokémon franchise is available to enjoy in almost every form imaginable. There are the video games, of course, but we also have the TV show, films, toys, apps, clothing, and more, including the official Pokémon Trading Card Game. For many, the trading card game holds just as many...
Video Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Was Almost A Completely Different Game
Originally called 'Town Planner'
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp has been gracing our mobile screens for just over a year now, no doubt tiding over many of the series' fans while we wait for the highly anticipated Switch game due later this year. It's a solid experience for smartphones, and indeed for the franchise, but the game could have been...
News Looks Like Hollow Knight Is Also Getting A Physical Edition In Europe
With map, manual and more
Last week, we shared the rather exciting news that Hollow Knight will be released in a special Collector's Edition with all sorts of goodies thrown in. Exclusive to North American site, Fangamer, the bundle suggested that a Europe-specific release may well have been out of the question, but a new listing on Amazon says...
UK Charts Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Still Leads The Way For Switch, The Division 2 Takes Top Spot
Mario, Mario Kart and Smash all in top ten
UK chart data is now in for the week ending 16th March, revealing that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is still speeding along as the Switch's best-selling exclusive for another week. After a strong third-place finish last week, the game saw a 12% drop in sales this time around, subsequently making it fall four places...
Sunday17th Mar 2019
News Takashi Iizuka Confirms The Next Sonic Title Is Already In Development
Gotta go fast
If the video clips for Team Sonic Racing weren't already satisfying enough, the head of Sonic Team, Takashi Iizuka, has confirmed the next big entry in the mainline Sonic series is officially underway. The announcement was made during a panel at SXSW Gaming 2019. Other than this, no other information is currently known about the new...
News Team Wizard Wins The Latest Splatoon 2 Splatfest
Simply magic
Were you a wizard or a knight? Either way, the results for the latest Splatoon 2 Splatfest have arrived. After a fierce medieval battle across the globe, Pearl and Marina can now confirm team wizard have won! Here's full the breakdown: If you happen to be on the winning side, don't forget to pick up your Super Sea Snails from...
News Freedom Planet Might Be Receiving A Physical Release On Switch
Physical freedom
If you love games similar but slightly different to the Sonic the Hedgehog series, the 2D platform title Freedom Planet is well worth your time. The GalaxyTrail game started out as a Sonic fan made project and was eventually released on PC in 2014. It has since been ported across to multiple platforms including the Switch eShop...
Video Did You Know Gaming Takes A Look At The Business Life Of Reggie Fils-Aimé
From Pizza Hut To Nintendo
Did You Know Gaming is primarily known for sharing facts and easter eggs about video games, but from time to time, it spotlights influential figures within the industry as well. In the above video, the focus is on Reggie Fils-Aimé, who recently announced he was stepping down as the Nintendo of America President and would...
Video Check Out Car Customisation In The Latest Team Sonic Racing Trailer
Modify your ride
In case you somehow missed the news, last October, Sega revealed Team Sonic Racing had been delayed until 21st May 2019. Since then, it has been slowly drip-feeding racing enthusiasts more information about the upcoming multiplatform release. In the latest trailer, we get a look at the car customisation options in the game. You'll...
Saturday16th Mar 2019
News Square Enix Shares More Info About The Story In The Octopath Traveler Mobile Game
Choose a pathway
Earlier this month, Square Enix announced it was releasing a prequel to the Switch title, Octopath Traveler, on mobile devices in Japan this year. Although we've already got a few details about this upcoming free-to-play single-player RPG, a bit more information about the story side of the game has now been revealed via Japanese...
News Media Create Will No Longer Share Japanese Sales Data Publicly
Behind closed doors
Recently, the head of Media Create Atsushi Hosokawa told Bloomberg the practice of releasing Japanese hardware and software sales data publicly may not continue. Now, after a review, the team has decided to no longer share weekly sales figures with the general public. Starting next month, companies requiring sales data will need...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 16th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
We've made it to yet another weekend and it's finally time to relax with some of our favourite games. After the excitement of the physical Hollow Knight release and the horror of seeing Zelda: Breath of the Wild without its cel-shading this week, team Nintendo Life has gathered to talk over our weekend gaming...
News Ultrawings Spreads Its Wings On Switch eShop Later This Month
Pilotwings, is that you?
If you've been eager to take to the skies on the Switch, Ultrawings by Bit Planet Games might be worth keeping an eye on. The game is described as an open-world aerial-themed flight game and might even remind you of a certain Nintendo series we haven't seen since the start of the 3DS generation. In Ultrawings, you'll pilot...
News Pre-Orders For The Labo VR Kit Are Now Live On The Nintendo UK Store
Out this April
Pre-orders for the next Labo cardboard kit, due out on 12th April, are now live on the Nintendo UK store. The Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit looks to offer the most unique Labo experience yet, allowing users to experience virtual reality on the Switch for the first time with special Toy-Con VR Goggles. In total, there are four...
News Nitrome's Bomb Chicken Is Receiving A Limited Run Physical Release On Switch
Finger lickin' good
Nitrome's delightful 2D action-puzzle platformer Bomb Chicken, previously released on the Switch eShop in July last year, will be receiving the physical treatment later this month. Limited Run Games has revealed pre-orders will open on 29th March. Fortunately for your wallet, there's no collector's edition this time around...
Friday15th Mar 2019
News Did Gearbox Software Just Share An Image Of Borderlands 2 For Nintendo Switch?
Some fans seem to think so
As we get closer to PAX East 2019 at the end of this month, more developers and publishers are starting to tease upcoming projects. One of these companies is Gearbox Software, the team behind titles such as Borderlands, Battleborn and Bulletstorm. Over the past few days, Gearbox has been sharing a series of images on its...
Review The Red Strings Club - A Brilliantly Told Cyberpunk Tale
Do androids dream of the perfect cocktail?
The all-wise, all-knowing barkeeper has become something of a narrative archetype. There are countless stories out there that feature an improbably wise drinks server who can get even the most uptight customer to relax and talk about their troubles. Donovan, the suave barkeeper and owner of The Red Strings...
Hands On Should You Buy Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker's Special Episode DLC?
Time to explore (again)
Just yesterday, Nintendo released the full DLC package for Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker on Switch and - being the ever helpful folks that we are - we thought we'd give it a go and share our findings with you lovely lot. The DLC, called 'Special Episode' contains 18 new challenges (some new, some remixes of old) among five...
Random The Entire Mega Man '90s Cartoon Is Available To Watch On YouTube
Who needs Netflix?
If you're yet to experience the Mega Man cartoon from the mid-nineties and feel a sudden urge to do exactly that, you're in luck, because the entire show is available to watch - legally - on YouTube. Produced by Capcom and Ruby-Spears Productions, the show aired for around a year or so back in 1994-95. It was based on the Mega...
News Suda51 And Capcom Producer "Promise" Killer7 Extended Console Cut
“Only one-third of my original script was used for the game”
Japanese designer, Goichi Suda – perhaps better known as Suda51 – has suggested that an extended version of his cult classic Killer7 could eventually release for consoles. Grasshopper’s visually-striking action adventure game was originally released for Nintendo GameCube in...
News Axiom Verge Is Finally Getting A Physical Wii U Release After Months Of Legal Struggle
$78,000 out of pocket
A couple of years ago, a physical Wii U release for Axiom Verge was announced for North America, shortly after it arrived on the console digitally. Since then, the game has appeared on Switch in both physical and digital formats, but the Wii U version never arrived. As it turns out, the game is finally going on sale at the end...
Review Golf Peaks - A Hugely Enjoyable Puzzler That's Sadly Over Too Soon
Golf tricks and chill
Golf games, much like the real-life sport, tend to elicit two very different emotions. For some of us, they're the ultimate cross between relaxation and competition, but for others, they're an exercise in abject frustration that often lead to hacked up fairways and bent clubs. Of course, we'd all prefer to be improving our...
News Get Discounts On Xenoblade, Metroid And More With The Latest European My Nintendo Rewards
Points make prizes
The latest batch of My Nintendo game discounts for Europe has now gone live, giving players the usual chance to grab some 3DS and Wii U games at discounted prices. There are five games up for grabs this time around, including the likes of Xenoblade and Metroid. As always, you can take advantage of these discounts by simply using...
News Microsoft Has No "Specific" Xbox Live Announcements For Switch Right Now
Not completely ruled out
Since February, there have been a series of rumours suggesting Microsoft would be bringing its Xbox applications, subscription services, and video games to the Nintendo Switch. While the tech giant has already been quite busy this week with the reveal of the Halo Master Chief Collection for PC and its streaming service...
News Tetris 99 Grand Prix Winners Are Now Receiving Their Gold Points From Nintendo
Are you a winner?
Last weekend played host to both the Tetris 99 Grand Prix in Europe, and the Tetris 99 Maximus Cup in North America, both of which gave players the chance to earn a lovely 999 My Nintendo Gold Points. It seems that European players have started to receive their rewards, so make sure to check your inboxes. Participants have started...
News Shovel Knight Developer Yacht Club Games Is Publishing A New Title
All will be revealed at PAX East
Word on the street is Yacht Club Games will be publishing a new title alongside Shovel Knight: King of Cards and Shovel Knight Showdown. Better yet, this new game will also be making an appearance later this month at PAX East 2019. So, what is this mysterious title? Right now, there's absolutely no information about...
News Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story Patch Fixes Game-Breaking Bug, But Introduces New Issue
Oh dear
Back in February, Nintendo issued a patch for Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey to fix a bug which had been known to essentially break players' save files. In an odd turn of events, this patch has actually brought with it a brand new issue, breaking one of the game's other features. Originally, if Mario was...
News Looks Like Hyper Light Drifter Might Get A Physical Release On Switch
"Working on it"
If you're a fan of the rather excellent Hyper Light Drifter, and just so happen to like collecting physical games on Switch, then this is absolutely the article for you. The game's publisher, Abylight Studios, has revealed that a physical edition of the game may well be on the way. The news comes from an exchange on Twitter, where...
Random PlatinumGames' Hideki Kamiya Can't Stop Tweeting About Tetris 99
And he's managed a fair number of wins
Tetris 99 is an addictive little game, and one that has gone down incredibly well with Nintendo Switch Online subscribers since its launch around a month ago. Interest in the game saw another boost last weekend thanks to the online competitions being held, and even high profile game developers have been getting...
News Developer Of 2D Beat 'Em Up Castle Crashers Teases Switch Release
Get ready to rumble
If this isn't a teaser of things to come, we're not sure what is. The developer behind Castle Crashers recently posted the below drawing on its Twitter account. As you can see, it's four colourful Switch Joy-Con controllers. It also showed some extra drawings of pink and purple Joy-Cons. If you've ever played The Behemoth 2D...
Video New Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission Gameplay Details Revealed
Main modes introduced
Bandai Namco has released a brand new trailer for the upcoming Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission, unveiling further gameplay details and modes present in the game. As you can see in the video, the game has you collecting your favourite characters, building unstoppable decks, and fighting for the win. It introduces the...
News Hands Up, Who Needs A Pair Of These Custom Zelda Game Boy Trainers?
"Fresh" as the kids might say
It's safe to say that we're pretty huge Legend of Zelda fans here at Nintendo Life, so much so that we'd happily go out and about wearing our favourite hoodies, backpacks, or t-shirts featuring our favourite Hyrule characters. Taking things up a notch, though, are these pair of custom trainers featuring a particularly...
News Arcade Hack And Slash Title Croixleur Sigma Comes To Switch With Bonus Features
360-degrees high-speed action
Publisher Playism has revealed that high-speed hack & slash game Croixleur Sigma is making the jump to Nintendo Switch. You'll be able to get your hands on it later this month. Featuring "360-degrees high-speed action", Croixleur Sigma has players choosing from one of four girls and defeating a series of monsters...
Reminder Splatoon 2 Update Now Live, Resolves Bugs Introduced In Version 4.5.0
Phew
Earlier this week, Splatoon 2 was updated to version 4.5.0. Not long after this, it was discovered this latest patch also introduced a major bug, causing the game to crash. According to reports, players were experiencing issues when playing the Clam Blitz mode on the Piranha Pit stage. At the time, Nintendo said it was working on a patch to...
Thursday14th Mar 2019
Review Turok - A Slice Of FPS History That's Still Worth Hunting Down In 2019
Everybody shoot the dinosaur
Nintendo 64 games living a second life on handheld is nothing new, certainly not if you've owned and loved a 3DS at some point in the last eight years. But there's something about that mid-to-late-'90s heyday of shooters – an era that gave us GoldenEye 007, Perfect Dark and Quake II among so many others – that still...
News This Portable Joy-Con Charger Doubles Up As A Controller, And It Charges Your Switch Too
Available now
Accessory maker Bionik is launching a couple of new Switch products in Europe this week, including a portable charger capable of charging your Switch and Joy-Con separately or together. The product has been available in the US for some time now, but this is the first time that those in Europe can pick it up for themselves. Called the...
Random Child Holding Famicom Controller The Wrong Way Causes Outrage Online In Japan
We live in dark times
If you ever want to cause mass outrage in Japan, apparently all you need to do is hold a Famicom controller upside down, get someone to take a photo of it and then wait until it goes viral on the internet. This is what happened earlier this week when a photo of a child holding a Famicom controller the wrong way supposedly...
News Ubisoft Provides More Detail On Assassin's Creed III Remastered's Switch-Exclusive Features
HD Rumble, touch screen and more
Believe it or not, we're now just over two months away from the release of Assassin's Creed III Remastered on Nintendo Switch. You'll be able to get your hands on it from 21st May, but what can you expect to find if you do pick it up? Well, answering that very question, Ubisoft has provided more details on the...
Talking Point Should Nintendo Be Concerned About Google's Play For Gamers?
Keep your friends close
‘Gather Around’ everyone, Google commands. Unless you’ve been actively avoiding it, you’ve probably heard about the company’s plans to reveal long-rumoured hardware at this year’s Game Developers Conference taking place in San Francisco next week. The latest teaser for the keynote – the company’s first at GDC...
News Switch Controllers Are Getting Google Chrome Support
Google takes Nintendo's cons for a Joy-Ride
Next week, Google intends to reveal plans for its foray into the gaming industry at GDC – and while little is known about their intentions at the moment, delicious new details seem to be emerging daily. According to a recent Chromium commit spotted in the wild by coder Owen Williams, Google is...
Nintendo Download 14th March (North America)
Chocobo’s Mystery Dungeon, Fate/EXTELLA LINK and more!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch Retail: American Ninja...
News Sniper Elite V2 Remastered And Sniper Elite 3 Ultimate Edition Both Announced For Switch
Other projects in the works
Rebellion has today announced a small avalanche of games in its Sniper Elite series, and at least two of them are headed to Switch. The news comes from a Sniper Elite Development Update video, where Rebellion's CEO and co-founder Jason Kingsley confirmed that four games are currently in development for the tactical...
Nintendo Download 14th March (Europe)
Caligula Effect: Overdose! Baba Is You! Golf Peaks!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail - New Releases: The Caligula Effect:...
News Nicalis Brings Umihara Kawase Fresh! To North America and Europe This July
From the Japanese developer Studio Saizensen
Publisher and developer Nicalis, Inc. has announced it is teaming up with Japanese developer Studio Saizensen to bring Umihara Kawase Fresh! to the Switch in both North America and Europe. The game will arrive on 9th July and will also receive a physical release in the US for $39.99. The latest entry in...
Reminder Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker's Special Episode DLC Launches Today
With 18 new challenges
If you cast your mind back to mid-February, you may remember that a little video-thingy known as a 'Nintendo Direct' happened. Strangely, this feels like ages ago now, but one of the cool little announcements made was for a juicy DLC pack for Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker on Switch. That very DLC is out today. Called Captain...
News You Can Now Pre-Order Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen On The Switch eShop
Arrives this April
The open-world action RPG Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen can now be pre-ordered from the Switch eShop in North America and Europe. The digital copy of the title will set you back $29.99 / £24.99 and requires 12.1GB of space. It's also worth noting the online content in this title can be enjoyed without a subscription to the...
Random The Wii's Mii Channel Theme Music Lives On In The Form Of Freestyle
A musical homage
The Wii was home to some incredible little tunes; not only did we have the fantastic Wii Shop Channel theme (which truly received the praise it deserved earlier this year when the channel closed down for good), but we also had the equally lovely Mii Channel theme. We vividly remember our first day with the Wii, excitedly creating...
News Attack On Titan 2: Final Battle Officially Confirmed For Nintendo Switch
Based on the anime's third season
Following the Taiwanese game rating reveal last week, it has now been officially confirmed that Attack On Titan 2: Final Battle is headed to Nintendo Switch. The game follows the third season of the Attack on Titan anime adventure, with its story mode playing through selected characters’ points of view with major...
News Switch Listing For Mutant Year Zero: Road To Eden Spotted On GameFly
Tactical strategy with mutants
The US-based rental service GameFly is known for accidentally revealing certain games ahead of schedule and this might be another one of those cases. According to a listing on the game rental website, a deluxe edition of the turn-based tactical role-playing game Mutant Year Zero: Road To Eden is en route to the...
News Romantic Visual Novel Worldend Syndrome Comes To Switch This June In Europe
With an exclusive artbook
Arc System Works and PQube have revealed that the romantic visual novel Worldend Syndrome is receiving a European release on Nintendo Switch. Launching both physically and digitally, the game will be available to pick up in the region from 14th June. That's not all, though, as those who pre-order a physical copy or secure...
News Coldwood Interactive Confirms Physical Release For Unravel Two In North America
Due out later this month
In the February Nintendo Direct presentation, we found out the heartwarming co-op puzzle-platform game Unravel Two was coming to the Switch on 22nd March. Not long after this, it was confirmed the title would receive a physical release in Europe, but there was no mention of it for North America. In a reply on Twitter, the...
News Watch The First Gameplay Footage Of Disc-Slinger Windjammers 2
The ultimate frisbee sport
French developer Dotemu, the team behind the excellent Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap remake and the upcoming Streets of Rage 4 (we still can't quite believe that's a real 'thing'), has released the first alpha-state footage of Windjammers 2, the sequel to Data East's original Neo Geo game from 1994. As you can see from...
News Snooker 19 Pots A Spring Release On Switch, New Details And Trailer Shared
Featuring 128 top players
Ripstone Games has revealed that the upcoming Snooker 19 will be launching on Switch this spring. A brand new trailer has been released to celebrate. The game is set to feature 128 of the world’s top players including Ronnie O’Sullivan, Judd Trump, Mark Selby and Ding Junhui, with iconic venues including The Crucible...
News Tiny Metal Gets An Upgrade With Full Metal Rumble, Coming This Spring
More maps, more units, more carnage
Tiny Metal really hit the spot for Advance Wars veterans, offering hours of turn-based tactical gameplay and some excellent presentation. Developer Area 35 has now revealed a sequel in the form of Tiny Metal: Full Metal Rumble, which offers more content, maps and units than the original, as well as multiplayer...
News Cities: Skylines For Switch Rated By The Australian Classification Board
Is a physical release on the way?
Last September, Paradox Interactive surprised Switch owners by releasing Cities: Skylines on the eShop right after a Nintendo Direct presentation. If you haven't played this city-building simulation before, it is much like SimCity, requiring players to design their own cities, while managing vital resources such as...
News Nintendo Labo, Pokémon, Smash Bros. And More Receive BAFTA Games Awards 2019 Nominations
Here's the full list
The BAFTA Games Awards 2019 will be taking place next month, celebrating some of the best titles to grace our screens over the past few months. There are several Nintendo games up for awards this year, so let's take look through the full list. Nintendo's recent major players are correct and present as you'd expect, with...
News Deck-Building Battle Game Monster Slayers Fights Its Way To Switch This April
Inspired by deck-building RPG, Dream Quest
Indie publisher Digerati has announced that Monster Slayers, a card-based rogue-like adventure game, is launching on Nintendo Switch this April. Developed by Nerdook (the team behind Reverse Crawl and Vertical Drop Heroes), Monster Slayers arrives on Switch after having successful launches on Steam, PS4,...
News Hold Tight As TT Isle of Man Races To Switch This May
Endure all 37 miles of Motorsport's most dangerous race... on the bus
Fans of motorcycling have several games on Switch to satisfy their two-wheeled desires, although we're still waiting for a truly stellar interpretation of the sport. However, there'll soon be another title on the system and it's shaping up very nicely from the looks of the above...
News 8-Bit Style Action Game Witch & Hero Gets An Enhanced Release On Switch
With an all-new co-op mode
Flyhigh Works has confirmed that Witch & Hero is making its way to Nintendo Switch later this month, launching on the eShop on 21st March. In this one, you play as a Hero accompanied by a Witch, seeking revenge and justice over the evil Medusa. Medusa turned the witch into stone, so she is no longer able to move, and...
News The Mystery Of Woolley Mountain Brings Point-And-Click Adventure To Switch This April
Release date and pricing now revealed
Indie developers, the Lightfoot Brothers, have today revealed the release date for the upcoming point-and-click adventure, The Mystery of Woolley Mountain. The game arrives on Switch on 10th April. The announcement comes alongside a new trailer (which you can check out for yourself above). The game is actually...
Wednesday13th Mar 2019
News Fortnite Players On Switch Will No Longer Be Matched With Xbox One And PS4 Cross-Play Parties
Welcome to the mobile pool
Update: As we previously noted, these changes apply to solo cross-play parties only (aka. random matchmaking). Epic's UK PR agency reached out to clarify Switch players can still party up with friends across all platforms. Original article: Epic Games has seemingly given up on trying to make the playing field level in...
News Charmander Is Your Next Pokémon Funko Pop
Twisted firestarter
Funko has revealed the next Pop figure to arrive in its quickly growing Pokémon series. This time, it's the ever-so-adorable fire Pokémon, Charmander. The figure has been teased in the tweet below, with a blog post also being shared which gives us a little more info. A May release date has been set, along with an image of the...
News Nintendo On Introducing New Hardware, Giving Players "That 'Wow' Moment"
"Even among our developers there are often doubts!"
Amongst the many things that make Nintendo truly stand out in the gaming world, perhaps the most obvious is its approach to hardware design. Where others aim to offer the most powerful systems on the planet, serving as a one-stop platform for all of one's entertainment needs, Nintendo has taken a...
Video You Can Now Play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate With A D-Pad
And it's not great
Remember the 8BitDo M30 gamepad our lovely video producer Alex Olney went hands-on with last week? Well, he's just discovered something else about this controller after taking a look at the instruction manual. The D-Pad can actually emulate left joysticks. Apparently, it's a "new thing" that can be don
News Nintendo Veterans Discuss What It's Like Working With Shigeru Miyamoto
“If he says something’s good, it’s rare"
Shigeru Miyamoto is right up there as one of Nintendo's most famous and adored talents (likely sitting comfortably at the top of that list for many), and is arguably one of the most important and influential game developers of all time. The creator of Mario, Donkey Kong, Zelda, and plenty more besides...
News Uniqlo To Launch New T-Shirt Ranges For Splatoon, Mario, Monster Hunter And More
Street Fighter, Mobile Suit Gundam
Earlier this year, we shared the news that clothing retailer Uniqlo was set to launch new Mario and Splatoon series t-shirts this April in Japan. Well, the great news is that these collections are also being released in the west along with some other game franchises which may just tickle your fancy. The designs...
Video Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Looks Lovely Running At 60fps And In 4K
HD Trilogy when?
The Metroid Prime series is hugely popular among the franchise's fanbase - you probably already knew that if you chose to read this article - but the games are starting to show their age a little as technology gallops forward. Metroid Prime 2: Echoes is now 15 years old (where does the time go?), with its GameCube visuals naturally...
What is it? And is Switch included?
Video game ratings board Australian Classification has potentially spilt the beans on a brand new Castlevania project. A new rating suggests that 'Castlevania Anniversary Collection' is soon to be released as a "multi-platform" game. Of course, no such game has been officially announced at this stage with that...
Talking Point We Shouldn't Saddle Labo VR With Unrealistic Expectations
Perhaps it’s time to think inside the box
Nintendo’s long-rumoured foray into virtual reality with Labo: VR Kit has set some heads spinning with dreams of high-end experiences featuring all manner of Nintendo franchises. Imagine Mario Kart VR on Switch! they say. What about Animal Crossing VR! Where’s Metroid Prime Trilogy VR-astered?! Okay,...
Video The State Of Nintendo Switch Two Years After Its Release
Nintendo fans respond
The 'State of Switch' is an annual survey run by Chris Brandrick from Switch Weekly, asking fans of Nintendo what they think about the hybrid device as it grows older. This year, more people than ever before responded, with 15,000 reportedly filling out the latest survey. As usual, it covered a wide range of topics from...
News Atomicrops Is A Farming Sim Just Like Stardew Valley, But With A Dollop Of Fallout Thrown In
"Farm. Marry. Kill."
Raw Fury has announced that it, alongside developer Birth Bath Games, will release Atomicrops on consoles and PC this year. A new trailer has been released to celebrate and it's well worth a watch. Just like any other farming simulator, Atomicrops sees you owning your very own farm, ready to live out a peaceful life in the...
News The Messenger Goes On Holiday This Summer, Physical Game Pre-Orders Go Live Later This Month
Play Picnic Panic at PAX East
Sabotage has confirmed its 2D side-scroller The Messenger is going on a sunny holiday this summer. The entirely free DLC pack known as 'Picnic Panic' - which was originally revealed last December - will also be playable at PAX East 2019. In addition to this, Special Reserve Games has announced pre-orders for the Switch...
News "Green Is The New Black" In Smash Bros. Ultimate's Upcoming Spirit Board Event
Starts later this week
You know the drill, it's that time of the week when a new Spirit Board event is announced for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. This latest event is titled "Green Is The New Black" and unsurprisingly focuses on green-coloured spirits. As you'll see above and below, we're talking about spirits such as Yarn Yoshi, Link from The...
News Hyper Light Drifter Dev Reveals Its Next Project, Solar Ash Kingdom
Watch the first trailer
Hyper Light Drifter developer Heart Machine has revealed its next game, Solar Ash Kingdom, and you can get a first look at it in the trailer above. Details are extremely slim at the moment, but we do know it'll be published by Annapurna Interactive. At present, the game has only been confirmed for release through the Epic...
Japanese Charts Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn Debuts In Sixth, Can't Compete With Switch Titles
Smash still in second place
Japanese chart figures are now in for 4th - 10th March, revealing that new 3DS title Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn has debuted in sixth position. The game shifted 10,607 copies at retail, putting it below four evergreen Switch titles which all managed to outsell the newcomer this week despite having been on sale for multiple...
News Skulls Of The Shogun: Bone-A-Fide Edition Brings Turn-Based Battling To Switch This Spring
A samurai-inspired turn-based strategy
612 Games and Golem Entertainment have today announced that Skulls of the Shogun: Bone-A-Fide Edition, previously released on other platforms, is now heading to Nintendo Switch this spring. Described as a "samurai-inspired turn-based strategy game", this game has players entering the Samurai Afterlife and...
News "Mind-Bending" Puzzle Game Alien Escape Is Gravitating Towards Switch Soon
"Think around the corner"
Alien Escape is set to launch on Nintendo Switch this "spring/summer" and an announcement trailer has been shared to show off its gameplay (check it out above). The game tasks players with thinking in 360 degrees, solving challenges inside a dark tower. You play as a group of aliens who have been kidnapped and jailed; the...
Video Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth Gets Brand New Story Trailer
"Step beyond the silver screen"
We're slowly but surely getting closer and closer to Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth's release on 3DS and, today, Nintendo and Atlus have shared a new story trailer for the game. You can check out the action for yourself up above; you'll notice that the western version sadly doesn't feature English voice work, as...
News Retro Recoil-Shooter Neon Caves Blasts Onto Switch Later This Month
Featuring arcade-action twitch gameplay
One-man developer Force Of Habit has revealed its latest project destined for Switch: a retro-style shooter called Neon Caves. This one's press release describes it as "an experimental offshoot" of Toast Time: Smash Up!, a multiplayer brawler which launched on Switch towards the end of last year. This new...
Tuesday12th Mar 2019
News Hollow Knight Collector's Edition Now Available To Pre-Order
With lots and lots of goodies
One of the most adored indie games on Switch, Hollow Knight's journey to a physical release has been an almighty adventure (just like the game itself, then). Luckily, you can go ahead and pre-order a super-duper physical edition right now. So what are you waiting for? Mumblings of a physical edition have been...
News Nintendo Adds New NES Games And SP Versions To Switch Online Earlier Than Planned
Kid Icarus, StarTropics and more
In a surprise turn of events, the NES Switch Online app has updated one day earlier than expected, meaning you can now play March's new offerings by updating the software. As promised, this month adds both Kid Icarus and StarTropics. You can find
Random Why Is The Fortnite Logo In This Official My Nintendo Kirby Wallpaper?
The battle royale you've always wanted
In case you missed it, Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn was recently released on the 3DS. This is an enhanced version of the 2010 Wii title. As with all of its software releases, Nintendo made a number of appropriately-themed goodies for this game available over on the rewards website, My Nintendo. One of these was a...
Review DELTARUNE Chapter 1 - A Welcome Successor To Undertale That Plays It A Little Too Safe
A strong opening to a promising adventure
Toby Fox had certainly stumbled onto something special when Undertale was released in 2015; the seminal post-modern RPG garnered quite the cult following for its quirky humour and disarmingly dark themes, which went a long way towards cementing its unique identity. Now, a few years and several ports later,...
News Capcom Celebrates 15th Anniversary Of Monster Hunter With Epic Video Feature
That's a lot of monster slaying
Can you believe it? We've been hunting monsters for 15 years now. No, we're not talking about the Pokémon series, we mean Capcom's insanely addictive franchise Monster Hunter. Since 2004, the Japanese publisher and developer has been churning out new entries year after year, and yet somehow each one has sold an...
News Yo-Kai Watch 4 Finally Gets A Solid Release Date, In Japan At Least
Another slight delay
Level-5 has revealed the Japanese release date for the upcoming Yo-Kai Watch 4 in the latest issue of Corocoro magazine. Those in Japan, or anyone with a Japanese eShop account, can get their hands on the game from 6th June. No pricing has been revealed for the region just yet, but having a solid release date is definitely...
Random Extremely Rare Nintendo World Championships Cartridge Found In An Attic
You'll need the Giant's Wallet for this one
While you can pick up many NES games for next to nothing, there are several cartridges that fetch eye-watering prices these days, especially in good condition. Just last month a mint, unopened copy of the original Super Mario Bros. sold for over $100,000. That's all well and good, but Super Mario Bros...
Video The Doom Annihilation Movie Looks Absolutely Horrifying
In more ways than one
Take a moment to reflect on 2005 and you might remember the science fiction action horror film based on id Software's famous video game franchise DOOM, starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. It ended up being a box office bomb and was a movie the majority of fans and critics would rather forget. Years later, Johnson himself said...
News Just To Make It Clear, id Software Has No Involvement With Doom: Annihilation
Hell no
At the time of writing, the Doom: Annihilation movie trailer has had more than 350,000 views. So far, more than 8,800 viewers have disliked the 30-second clip, and just under 700 apparently like the look of Hell. Shortly after the trailer went live, a fan reached out to id Software and the official DOOM account on Twitter to see how the...
News VR Developer Defends Labo VR, Predicts This Might Only Be The Start For Nintendo
Not to be compared with other experiences
Last week, Nintendo announced that its Labo series will soon be receiving a virtual reality Toy-Con set, aptly named Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit. This is the first time Nintendo has entered the VR space in recent times (yes, there was the Virtual Boy, yada yada) and thanks to the Switch's limited native...
News Have A Listen To Fire Emblem: Three Houses' Epic English Theme Song
Give us this game right now
Nintendo has shared a first listen of the theme tune (well, the English version of it anyway) set to appear in Fire Emblem: Three Houses and now we're desperately fighting the urge to charge into its headquarters to demand a copy of the game immediately. The track has been shared on Nintendo's official Twitter accounts;...
News Twitch Plays Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Can the internet beat the World of Light?
Twitch Plays Pokémon is an internet phenomenon where live stream viewers are able to input commands into a chat box and play through entire Pokemon games together. Although it might seem like yesterday, this social experiment actually started out in 2014. Since then, there have been countless Twitch Plays...
News This Stunning Super Mario Odyssey Artbook Launches In North America This Year
The Art of Super Mario Odyssey
If you're a regular visitor to Nintendo Life, you probably don't need us to tell you just how beautiful Super Mario Odyssey is. Featuring multiple Kingdoms, each home to their own distinct aesthetic, this game is up there with the prettiest on Switch, and this book aims to show it off in style. The book, called 'The...
News Square Enix Opens Octopath Traveler Smartphone Demo Applications In Japan
A first look at the new game
Last Friday, Square Enix revealed that Octopath Traveler will soon be making the jump to mobile with a brand new smartphone game, simultaneously confirming that a new console experience is also in the pipeline. It looks like we might be hearing first impressions of the mobile game from players pretty soon, as Japanese...
News The Alliance Alive HD Remastered Arrives In North America And Europe This Fall
Physical release confirmed
Last week, we found out the 2017 3DS release The Alliance Alive was receiving a high-definition remaster in Japan this fall. The lovely folks over at Gematsu also informed us NIS America would be hosting a video presentation this week, where a western announcement was expected to be made. Sure enough, The Alliance Alive...
News Go Hands-On With Unreleased Switch Games At PAX East This Month
Tournaments, prizes and more
Nintendo is attending PAX East in full force later this month and has now revealed its full plans for the event. If you're attending, you can expect to get your hands on some juicy, unreleased Switch games. Visiting Nintendo's booths will grant you access to games, competitions, and other fun stuff too, including photo...
News Shoot 'Em Up Bundle Vasara Collection Gets New Mode And Screenshots Ahead Of Release
"Completely built from scratch"
QUByte Interactive has shared details of a brand new game mode (along with some lovely screenshots) for Vasara Collection, a bundle featuring both Vasara and Vasara 2 which is set to arrive on Switch this year. The new mode is called 'Timeless', a procedurally generated affair "completely built from scratch with...
News Netflix Announces Anime Based On Dragon's Dogma Series By Capcom
Growing the IP
If the Doom: Annihilation movie wasn't already enough proof Hollywood is all about video game adaptations nowadays, Netflix has announced an animated series based on Dragon's Dogma by Capcom. The anime will be created by Sublimation Inc. Here's what the company's Representative Director, Atsushi Koishikawa, had to say about the...
News Attack On Titan 2: Final Battle Rated For Nintendo Switch In Taiwan
Regroup
The Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee has once again revealed an upcoming release ahead of schedule. This time it's a rating for "Attack on Titan 2: Final Battle" on multiple platforms including the Nintendo Switch. It's also rated the "Final Battle Upgrade Pack" for the same lot of systems. If this sounds familiar, it's because this is...
UK Charts A Slow Week At Retail Sees Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Race Back To Third Place
Devil May Cry 5 debuts at No. 1
UK chart data is now in (a little later than usual) for the week ending 9th March, revealing that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has managed to drift, boost, and presumably red shell its way back to third place. Capcom's Devil May Cry 5 takes the honours this week, with Anthem being knocked off top spot and actually dropping...
News Zombie Night Terror Gets Physical Release On Switch, Pre-Orders Open Tomorrow
3,000 copies available
Note: Trailer contains bad language. Switch indie puzzler Zombie Night Terror is getting a physical release on Switch thanks to Warned Collectors, one of the many publishers now offering limited run releases of physical Switch games. The game originally launched on the console on 31st January, published by Plug In Digital...
News Splatoon 2 Will Receive Patch To Fix Crash Bug Introduced In Version 4.5.0
Help is on the way
Splatoon 2 was updated to Version 4.5.0 this weekend, bringing with it a healthy number of fixes and changes to some of the main, sub, and special weapons. As it turns out, it also introduced a bug causing the game to crash in specific situations, but Nintendo has acknowledged the problem and is working on a fix. Players have...
Monday11th Mar 2019
Review RICO - A Great Tactical Shooter That Truly Comes Alive In Co-Op
Breach and cheer
‘Kick doors, kill men.’ These four seemingly simple words, which appear on-screen while you patiently wait for one of RICO’s procedurally generated levels to load, might seem like a throwaway line – and yet they perfectly sum up its bombastic simplicity. For all the extra objectives and features, everything boils down to...
Video Check Out Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Running At 60fps And Without Cel Shading
An interesting change
Throughout the Legend of Zelda series, and especially with the more recent entries to the franchise, each instalment's art direction has been a real focal point for discussion and has given each game their own, unique identity. Breath of the Wild was no different; seeing Hyrule in its cel-shaded guise feels so right, even for...
News Masahiro Sakurai Comments On The Making Of The Smash Bros. Ultimate Mural
A true work of art
In our eyes, one of the best things about the build-up to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's release was the beautiful mural, constantly evolving as more and more characters were announced. Not only was it a joy to look at, but it really gave a sense of just how big the game was going to be and watching new characters squeeze in every...
Review Valley - A Refreshing Take On A Tried-And-Tested Genre
Platforming Perils and Government Secrets
Which is more fun: trekking into unfamiliar territory or walking a more familiar path? Valley released in 2016 for PC, Xbox One and PS4, and has now landed on the Nintendo Switch. On a platform that’s already rich with indie delights, can this blend of first-person platforming and environmental...
Random Mod Puts Peter Griffin In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Lucky there's a family guy!
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has an incredible lineup of Nintendo stars: Mario, Link, Pikachu, Donkey Kong, Peter Griffin... Hang on. Yes, not content with the 70+ characters available in the game, and no doubt trying to add a little humour to proceedings, this mod has replaced King K. Rool with Peter Griffin, star of US...
News Here Are The Top 20 Best-Selling Switch Retail Games In Japan (As Of February 2019)
Sales figures included
Earlier this month, Nintendo Switch celebrated its second anniversary and, to celebrate, Japanese publication Famitsu has shared a list of some of the best-selling games released on the console so far. To be more specific, this is a list of the top 20 best-selling Switch retail games in Japan since the console launched in...
Feature Fire Emblem Heroes' Directors On Making Nintendo's Most Successful Mobile Game Yet
"We are actively listening to player feedback and opinions"
It's hard to believe it, but Fire Emblem Heroes is now more than two years old. In that time, the smartphone-based tactical RPG has become Nintendo's most successful mobile venture, dramatically outperforming stablemates such as Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, Super Mario Run and
News Media Create Boss Says Switch Will Have A Seven Year Life Cycle, Sales To Grow In Third Year
Will we still be playing in 2024?
The Switch has had an impressive first couple of years on the market, selling well and earning records left, right and centre, but this financial year was tainted ever so slightly by lofty targets. Originally, Nintendo expected to ship 20 million units, having to cut this down to a more modest 17 million due to...
News Streets Of Rage 4 Will Be Playable For The First Time At PAX East
Take to the streets
In case you forgot, last August it was revealed Lizardcube and DotEmu - the studios behind the excellent Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap reboot - were reviving the classic side-scrolling Sega beat 'em up Streets of Rage. While we're still waiting for platforms to be announced, Dotemu, Lizardcube and Guard Crush Games have revealed...
News Save 50% On Top Nintendo Switch LEGO Games For A Limited Time (North America)
Available from $14.99
The Switch is slowly but surely gathering a mighty collection of LEGO games - some franchise-based, others original ideas - and a selection of these are currently on offer on the North American Nintendo eShop. Not all LEGO games have been included (with the recently released The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame understandably missing...
News Thief Simulator Steals A 2019 Release On Nintendo Switch
Watch your targets and make your move
Forever Entertainment has revealed that it will be bringing Thief Simulator to Nintendo Switch later this year. We hope you have a balaclava at the ready for this one. Created by indie developer Noble Muffins, Thief Simulator does exactly what it says on the tin. You'll be exploring free-roam sandbox...
News Limited Run Games Confirms E3 2019 Press Conference
Get hyped
There are a number of physical video game distributors who have made a name for themselves during the Switch generation and one of them is Limited Run Games. Following in the footsteps of EA and Devolver Digital, the company has now confirmed its own plans for E3 2019 via Twitter. Once again, Limited Run will be hosting a pre-recorded...
Random Were Banjo And Kazooie Named After A Nintendo President's Grandchild And Son?
Rethinking history
If you're a fan of Nintendo trivia, you may or may not have heard this one before. Apparently, Banjo and Kazooie from Rare's 1998 Nintendo 64 game Banjo-Kazooie are (at least partly) named after the grandchild and son of former Nintendo president, Hiroshi Yamauchi. This is according to some "amazing trivia" game writer and...
Random This Yoshi's Crafted World Scene Could Be A Nod To Studio Ghibli's My Neighbor Totoro
Adorable
Yoshi's Crafted World is just around the corner, launching on Switch towards the end of this month, and we're sure there will be lots of adorable little moments to discover when it finally does arrive. Some fans have picked up on one particularly interesting scene in the game already, though, thanks to an early preview video. Just a few...
News PDP Launches Luigi And Peach GameCube Controllers For Nintendo Switch
With customisable C-stick
Video game accessory maker PDP is back with another couple of glorious looking GameCube pads designed for use with your Nintendo Switch. Just like previous releases, these two controllers feature the GameCube's traditional C-stick, giving buyers the option to swap it out for a normal, full-size stick instead if they...
News Fate/Extella Link Arrives On Switch In The West Next Week, Numerous Editions Available
Release dates confirmed
Marvelous Europe has revealed that Fate/Extella Link will be launching on Switch in Europe on 22nd March, just days after the 19th March release date planned for North America. A sequel to Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star, this game adds 10 servants to the original roster of 16 and features a "refined" gameplay experience; the...
Random Fan Makes Jigglypuff Smash Bros. Montage To The Can-Can Music
And it's pretty spectacular
It’s Monday morning, it’s typically chilly and rainy (at least, it is where we are), and the thought of dealing with yet another working week is probably bumming you out. However, it just so happens that we have the perfect antidote: a Jigglypuff montage made to ‘the Can-Can song’. Shared by Reddit user...
News FDG Entertainment Releasing Monster Boy Demo On Switch eShop Later This Week
Finally
Since February, the video game publisher FDG Entertainment has been teasing a free Switch eShop demo for Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom. It's now finally confirmed the demo will arrive later this week on 14th March. For anyone who doesn't already own this excellent action platform adventure, this is a great chance to try it out...
News Fortnite's New Single-Player Vehicle Is The Baller, Essentially A Human Hamster Ball
With a Grappler on the side
Fortnite developer Epic Games recently hinted at a new, single-player vehicle coming to the game at some point in the future and, as you might expect, fan speculation immediately went into overdrive. That new addition appears to be The Baller - a giant hamster ball-like vehicle with a Grappler plonked on the side. We...
News Unit 4 Brings Fast-Paced Co-Op Platforming To Switch This Week
Pre-order now at 50% off
Unit 4 is just days away from leaping onto a Nintendo Switch near you and, if you snap it up quickly, you'll be able to benefit by saving 50% on the full price. Lovely stuff. Described as a fast-paced platformer, this one supports co-op play for up to four players, tasking you with performing impossible tricks, taking on...
Sunday10th Mar 2019
News Nintendo Releases Patch Notes For Latest Splatoon 2 Update
Stay fresh with version 4.5.0
If you're still playing Nintendo's squid shooter Splatoon 2 on a regular basis, you'll be pleased to hear a new update is arriving later today. While version 4.5.0 doesn't include any new content, there are a long list of fixes and changes to some of the main, sub and special weapons - as well as adjustments to gear...
News It's That Time Of Year Again, Happy MAR10 Day!
How are you celebrating?
We hope you're feeling all jolly and festive, folks, because today is Mario Day! Yes, as we're sure a lot of you lovely readers will know by now, Nintendo has adopted 10th March as being a special day for its famous moustachioed mascot. Why? Well, because 'MAR 10' looks a bit like 'Mario', and a better reason isn't...
News Pirates Are Already Playing The eShop Version Of Darksiders: Warmastered Edition
A leak too far
At the start of February, Darksiders: Warmastered Edition was confirmed for the Nintendo Switch after it was accidentally leaked early by its own publisher. Now, we've got another leak related to this same game, but this time it's a lot worse. According to a post over on
Random Disney Adds Lyrics To Iconic DuckTales Song From Original NES Game
Reviving a classic
In 1989, Capcom released the action platform title DuckTales on the NES. There's a famous tune in this classic game that is still considered to be one of the greatest 8-bit songs of all-time. Now, after all these years, Disney has paid its respects to the NES outing by featuring the iconic Moon theme in the latest episode of the...
News SNES Style RPG Chained Echoes Reaches Nintendo Switch Stretch Goal
The Kickstarter was a success
Last month, German-based game developer Matthias Linda launched a Kickstarter project for his SNES style RPG Chained Echoes. The good news is, it has been a success - earning enough funding for a Switch version to be developed alongside other versions. There'll even be regular and limited edition physical copies...
Gallery Get A Closer Look At Young Link, Pichu, Daisy And Ken In amiibo Form
Collect them all
If you're still collecting Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo, you might be interested in this exclusive look at the next batch. During a 'Made in Asia' convention held in Belgium this weekend, YouTube channel Gaming Boulevard got up close and personal with four of the upcoming NFC figures. Here's a look at each one: Young Link...
Saturday9th Mar 2019
News Nintendo Of America Deletes Tweet About The Gyms In Pokémon Sword And Shield
Whoops!
Nintendo of America appears to have accidentally shared new information about Pokémon Sword and Shield ahead of schedule. According to the Pokémon website Serebii.net, Nintendo of America published a tweet, confirming "once and for all" the stadiums found across the Galar region are in fact Gyms. While this may have already been evident...
Rumour Home Run Contest And Stage Builder Returning To Super Smash Bros.
Batter up
There's a new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate rumour suggesting the popular home run contest mode and stage builder will be added to the game in a future update. This information comes from the YouTube Channel Source Gaming, where it reveals dataminers have found files within the 'How To Play' section of Ultimate, making reference to the...
Feature Remembering The Wikipad, Stan Lee's Favourite Nintendo Switch Forerunner
Haven't we met before?
As I've gotten older I've noticed that I'm becoming increasingly forgetful, and I was reminded of this sad fact of life recently thanks to Blake J. Harris' The History of the Future, a book I've been lucky enough to have been sent an advance copy of to flick through. While the book – billed as the sequel to the brilliant...
News Armoured Mewtwo Trademarked In Japan
Preparing for battle
Following the reveal of Pokémon Sword and Shield for the Nintendo Switch during last week's Pokémon Direct, it's been discovered Nintendo, Game Freak and Creatures Inc. filed a trademark in Japan for Armoured Mewtwo earlier on in the same month. The trademark covers videogames, merchandising and events. If you keep up with...
News Pre-Orders For Mario And Yoshi Statue Go Live On First 4 Figures Website
Empty out your wallet
Last weekend, we shared news about First 4 Figures teasing its long-awaited Mario and Yoshi statue. In the latest update, the statue is now available to pre-order. If you like the look of it, you can select from the standard edition, exclusive edition or the definitive edition. As you might have guessed, all of these statues...
News Cyberpunk Thriller The Red Strings Club Arrives On Switch eShop Next Week
A narrative experience about fate and happiness
Devolver Digital has announced The Red Strings Club by Deconstructeam will be released on the Switch eShop next week on 14th March. If you enjoy hanging out in dimly lit bars and impersonating people to take down futuristic corporations, this should be right up your alley. Here's the official trailer:...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 9th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
Another busy week has gone by, with rumours of another 2019 Zelda release and Mario game discounts popping up all over the place, but we've finally made it to the weekend and it's time to play some games. As always, team Nintendo Life has gathered together to discuss our plans and we'd love to have you...
Friday8th Mar 2019
News Fire Emblem: Three Houses Is Getting A Gorgeous Limited Edition In Japan
Soundtrack samples provided
Fire Emblem: Three Houses is being treated to some rather lovely limited editions across most major regions, but this Japanese release is arguably the best of the bunch, Fully shown off by Nintendo today, this limited edition is called the “Fodlan Collection”. It contains box art illustrated by character designer...
News The Mario Deals Just Keep Coming With Savings On Games And Switch Consoles In North America
Mario Day celebrations continue
Nintendo really is pulling out all the stops for this weekend's Mario Day. We've already seen Mario game discounts through the North American My Nintendo site and double reward points offers in Europe, and now even more savings are on the way. Nintendo is offering North American players some special deals on select...
News Octopath Traveler Makes The Leap To Mobile, New Console Game Will Take "A Little While Longer"
Surprise!
Seemingly out of nowhere, Square Enix has revealed that Octopath Traveler is making its way to smartphone devices in the shape of Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent. The game is reportedly set several years before the events seen in the Switch release and has been described as a “free-to-play single-player RPG”. Japanese...
News Devil May Cry 5 Will Be Considered For Switch If Dragon's Dogma Sells Enough
Show your support
Last month, Devil May Cry 5 director Hideaki Itsuno and producer Matt Walker said how they would "love" to see the popular hack and slash series on the Nintendo Switch. Now, in a recent interview with German magazine M!, Itsuno said the latest game in the Devil May Cry series would be considered for the Switch if Capcom's April...
Review The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame - Accessible And Enjoyable Action For The Whole Family
Bricking it
In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death, taxes and LEGO video games. On every platform, seemingly since time immemorial, the good folks at TT Games have been taking those humble Danish toy bricks and turning them into a successful – if not particularly groundbreaking – series of titles. Of course, having access...
News Humble Store Adds Third-Party Offerings To Digital Switch Selection
Still limited to the US
At the start of this year, the Humble Store began selling digital codes for Nintendo Switch and 3DS titles. Even though it was a limited selection of games and purchases were restricted to customers within the United States, overall it appeared to be a positive development for Nintendo's digital future. In an attempt to...
News 3D Realms To Release Wrath: Aeon Of Ruin On Switch, A Retro FPS Using Quake's Engine
Made by Quake scene veterans
Publisher 3D Realms has lifted the lid on its latest project, Wrath: Aeon of Ruin, a retro first-person shooter built using the tech from 1996's Quake. The best news? It's coming to Switch. You can see the first glimpse of the game in the trailer above; 3D Realms says that it "embraces the timeless elements of classic...
News Wonder Boy Returns Is Getting Remixed For Switch Release
According to the Korean ratings board, at least
After years of inactivity, the Wonder Boy franchise is enjoying something of a resurgence thanks to the release of Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap and Monster Boy, the latter being a kind of spiritual sequel. However, it's not the only Wonder Boy-themed release we've seen in recent years; the PC and...
News Fantasy RPG Azure Saga: Pathfinder Sets Course For Switch, Pre-Orders Now Live
In a Deluxe Edition
Toge Productions' fantasy RPG Azure Saga: Pathfinder Deluxe Edition is headed to Nintendo Switch later this month, and pre-orders have now gone live on the eShop. The game sees players join the adventure of Synch, a young scientist on a quest to find his lost father. You'll be exploring a foreign planet in 2.5D isometric...
Random Unreleased Wrestling Game On NES Discovered After 30 Years
An incredible find
It might be 2019, but somehow people are still discovering unreleased games on the NES. YouTuber Stephan Reese, also known as Archon 1981, recently acquired the NES game UWC from a former Nintendo employee. If you've never heard about this wrestling title before, that's because it was never actually released. The name is...
News Get Double Gold Reward Points When Buying Top Mario Switch Games This Weekend (Europe)
Offer ends Sunday
Nintendo of Europe has started its MAR10 Day celebrations early, giving eShop customers the chance to claim double the usual amount of reward points on some truly brilliant Mario games. Available from now until 23:59 local time on 10th March, this offer applies to five of the Switch's biggest games, all featuring the star man...
News Knights vs Wizards Global Splatfest Announced For Splatoon 2, Version 4.5.0 Update On The Way
With different clothing options
A brand new Splatfest is on the way to Splatoon 2, this time returning to the wonderful worldwide setup where all major regions face off in the same themed event. The theme in question? Knights vs Wizards. The event will take place from 16th March to 17th March, lasting for exactly one day with times varying...
Reminder Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn Launches Today - Nintendo's Final Major 3DS Release?
Check out the launch trailer
Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn unravels onto 3DS today and Nintendo has shared a launch trailer to celebrate. You can check it out for yourself above. This 3DS rerelease's Ravel Abilities, new mini-games, and optional harder difficulty make this a very solid purchase indeed; we praised its focused gameplay design, creativity,...
News Block-Bustin' Tetris Pros Share Their Top Tips For Tetris 99
Just in time for the Grand Prix and Maximus Cup events
You might assume you're good at Tetris, but Tetris 99 requires a whole new set of skills for victory. It's a Battle Royale experience, with the aim not being to rack up a high score, but to simply be the last person standing at the end. Because of this, there are a whole new set of tactics...
News EA Replacing Its Press Conference With Multiple Live Streams At This Year's E3
It's all about the games
In recent years, a number of big-name video game publishers have moved away from on-site presentations at E3. Rather than competing for the spotlight, a lot of companies such as EA and Nintendo now host standalone conferences, where the focus is entirely on themselves. Alongside E3 2019, Electronic Arts will once again be...
News Dungeon Master-Inspired Steampunk Adventure Vaporum Is Coming To Switch
Arrives this April
Merge Games has revealed that it is bringing Fatbot Games' dungeon crawler Vaporum to the Nintendo Switch this April. This award-winning, grid-based adventure title takes inspiration from the likes of Dungeon Master, Eye of the Beholder and Legend of Grimrock, but rather than opt for the traditional fantasy setting, it uses a...
News Devolver Digital Is "Still Going To Do An E3 Press Conference"
Well, kind of
Devolver Digital has quickly made a name for itself as an edgy video game publisher, willing to give a variety of artistic, mature and overly graphic indie titles a chance to shine. In recent years, it's been holding pre-recorded parody presentations around the time of E3. At E3 2019, it'll be no different, with the publisher making...
News Players Have Spent Approximately $2.5 Billion On Pokémon Smartphone Games
No prizes for guessing the highest earner
Pokémon's a pretty popular franchise, and smartphones are pretty popular devices, so combining the two was probably a pretty smart idea. Well, as it happens, it definitely was a smart idea, as new data suggests that players have now spent an approximated $2.5 billion on the games to date. The data comes...
News AngerForce: Reloaded Brings TATE Mode Shmup Action To Switch Next Month
After a slight delay
Publisher indienova has revealed that its upcoming shoot 'em up AngerForce: Reloaded is ready to go on Nintendo Switch. You'll be able to get your hands on it this April. We first heard about this one back in October, when it was expected to launch within the following couple of months. Of course, we're now well and truly into...
Thursday7th Mar 2019
Rumour Link's Awakening Might Not Be The Only Zelda Game Released In 2019
Is another 2D one on the way?
The Switch remake of the Game Boy classic Link's Awakening might not be the only Zelda game we receive this year, according to a new rumour doing the rounds on the internet. An apparent leaker over on GameFAQs, known as Vergeben, claims another Zelda game for Switch is in development alongside the upcoming outing
Review Hard West - Conquer The Wild Frontier In This Likeable But Flawed Tactical Adventure
West side story
If there's one thing Hard West absolutely nails, it's the way it retains the palpable danger and lawlessness of the Wild West and infuses it with a noir-ish supernatural edge. Thanks to some excellent voice acting and a soundtrack that captures a unique take on this formative period (courtesy of Marcin Przybyłowicz, he of The...
News New Nintendo Labo Kit Introduces VR Gaming On Switch This April
The rumours were true
Remember the rumours around the middle of February suggesting Nintendo would make a VR-related announcement and it would support Labo? Well, it's now been officially revealed. The Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit for Switch will arrive in North America and the UK on 12th April. It features six new Toy-Con creations and will be...
News Here Are The Top 30 Best-Selling eShop Games Of February 2019 (North America)
The in crowd
Nintendo has provided a list of the top 30 best-selling games on the Nintendo eShop for February, and there are games of all shapes and sizes dotted around the list. The list has been posted on the Nintendo Switch news channel, distributed to users in North America (and signifying that the data is applicable specifically to that...
Random Here's What The Game Boy Might Look Like If It Was Designed Today
Introducing the Game Boy Flex!
While we wait for Nintendo to sell us an official Game Boy Classic to complement the NES and SNES Mini, we cannot help our mind wandering. What might the classic 1989 Nintendo Game Boy look like if it were reimagined for our more – ahem – refined design sensibilities 30 years later? Industrial designer YJ Yoon...
News PQube Says Upcoming Retro-Style RPG Aggelos Is A "Dream Come True For Metroidvania Fans"
Inspired by Japanese retro adventures
Publisher PQube has revealed the release date for its upcoming action-adventure RPG title, Aggelos. You'll be able to get your retro-loving hands on it from 25th April. We first heard about this one last summer, when it was revealed that the game was inspired by non-linear Japanese retro adventures such as
Talking Point Labo VR Is The Best Worst Idea Nintendo Has Had In Years
The pros and cons of cardboard VR on Switch
You can always rely on Nintendo to enter a new market in the most esoteric way imaginable, and we got a great example of this today with the news that the next Labo kit is going to be based around VR. After the failure of the Virtual Boy, and repeated claims that it would only enter this exciting emerging...
Nintendo Download 7th March (North America)
Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn, Baba Is You and The Caligula Effect!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch Retail: The Caligula...
Nintendo Download 7th March (Europe)
Kirby! Assault Android Cactus+! Other Things!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! 3DS Retail - New Releases: Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn (Nintendo,...
Random Lovely Couple Gets Wedding Photos Taken In Video Game Store
Uniting the players
Imagine meeting the love of your life in a video game store. No, we're not making a reference to the next Nintendo console or latest entry in the Pokémon series, we're talking about actually meeting your special someone. This is exactly what happened in Melbourne, Australia when a couple met nine years ago at EB Games (a...
News Manipulate Life And Death In Valley, A First-Person Adventure Out Today On Switch
"Survival is key"
Leaping onto the Nintendo Switch eShop today is Valley, a first-person adventure where players can explore a vast world and uncover secrets long since forgotten. In the game, players can utilise the power of the L.E.A.F. Suit, a technology that grants players exceptional speed and agility along with the ability to manipulate life...
Deals Boost Your Switch Storage With A 400GB Micro SD Card For Just £56
Only available for a limited time
As any Switch owner who prefers to buy their games digitally will know, the console's limited storage space can be a near constant issue. That is unless you have a beast of a microSD card to save your precious games on, of course, and this limited-time deal is right up there as one of the best value-for-money offers...
News Cricket 19 Officially Confirmed For Switch, New Features And Enhancements Included
Available this summer
Just last week, we shared a teaser which appeared to reveal a potential Ashes Cricket game for the Nintendo Switch. Today, our suspicions have been confirmed to be true: Cricket 19 is on the way this summer. The game comes courtesy of Big Ant Studios, developer of 2017's Ashes Cricket which launched on several non-Nintendo...
News Beautiful Platformer GRIS Gets Free 'Undone' Update To Celebrate 300,000 Sales
See unused concept art and more
The gorgeous platformer GRIS has received a free update today, celebrating the fact that it has reached 300,000 total sales across Nintendo Switch and PC. The update is called 'GRIS Undone' and features unused concept art and music tracks. A press release from Nomada Studio and Devolver Digital notes that the update...
News Snakebyte Reveals The Games:Tower Storage Solution For Nintendo Switch
Shipping now
Accessory maker Snakebyte has revealed the latest in its line of products for the Switch, and this one looks like it could be a nice little practical solution for your storage needs. Called the Games:Tower, the product is designed to be a space-saver, holding your Pro Controllers, Joy-Con, games, and more. To be precise, you'll be able...
News 3v3 Arcade Soccer Game Super Kickers League Shoots Onto Switch This Month
New Retro Mode revealed
Xaloc Studios has revealed the release date for its upcoming arcade fantasy soccer title, Super Kickers League. The game will be kicking off on Switch on 20th March. Alongside the announcement comes a feature list, which we've included for you below, as well as news of a previously-unrevealed 'Retro Mode'. You can see this...
News Ken, Young Link And Daisy amiibo Now Available To Pre-Order From Nintendo UK Store
Go! Go! Go!
If you're hoping to gather a complete set of Super Smash Bros. amiibo, or perhaps you're just looking to pick up one or two of your favourites, you'll probably want to jump on these new pre-orders. Ken, Young Link, and Daisy have all appeared on the Nintendo Official UK Store for the now-usual price of £12.99 each. All three are...
Video Check Out Cassie Cage In Her Official Mortal Kombat 11 Reveal Trailer
Kano also featured
Following the Mortal Kombat 11 story trailer, Warner Bros. and NetherRealm Studios have now shared the official reveal trailer for Cassie Cage during the latest Kombat Kast. Not only do we get to see the daughter of Johnny Cage and Sonya Blade in action for the first time in the eleventh outing, but we also get a look at Aussie...
Video Digital Foundry Looks At The Cutbacks In Trials Rising On Switch
"Still looks great on its own terms"
After a few weeks, Digital Foundry has now released a Trials Rising comparison video. While the performance and visual "cutbacks are quite extreme" in the Switch version, fortunately, the gameplay is fundamentally intact. It's apparently a miracle the game has even landed on the Switch at all. This port uses...
News FUN! FUN! Animal Park Brings Family-Friendly Minigames To Switch This Month
A Switch exclusive
FUN! FUN! Animal Park is gearing up for its exclusive release on Switch later this month and we have a brand new trailer to celebrate (up above). If you haven't heard of this one before, the game is a collection of animal-based minigames, originally released in Japan as Waku Waku Doubutsu Land. There are 30 minigames to try out...
News Q.U.B.E 2 Is Back On The North American Switch eShop After Last Week's Disappearance
Mystery solved
Q.U.B.E. 2 arrived on Switch just a couple of weeks ago, impressing us with its smartly executed puzzles, but North American fans were left unable to download the game this week after a mysterious disappearance from the eShop. Thankfully, the issue has now been explained and resolved. Despite it still appearing on Nintendo's official...
Wednesday6th Mar 2019
News Nintendo Tells Mobile Partners To Limit Microtransactions So That Players Don't Spend Too Much
Players and brand reputation come first
Nintendo's delve into the world of mobile gaming came as quite a shock, especially considering the Japanese giant had barely even scratched the surface of the new and rapidly emerging practice of paid DLC at the time. The company has often been thought to be slightly behind the times when compared to its main...
Talking Point Could Nintendo Ditch Physical Media With A 'Switch Lite?'
Microsoft prepares for an all-digital future; could Nintendo be next?
The Switch, when you really think about it, is a machine stuck between two extremes. On one side, it offers a thriving and healthy consumer base for physical games, with not a week seeming to pass without news of a new (and highly collectable) boxed edition of an existing digital...
News A High-Definition Remaster Of The Alliance Alive Is Coming To Nintendo Switch
The 3DS hit returns
Update: The lovely people at Gematsu have informed us NIS America is hosting a video presentation on 11th March, where The Alliance Alive HD Remaster is expected to be announced for the west. The website also discovered the following URL - nisamerica.com/games/alliancealive - which currently loads an “Access Denied” page...
News Legend Of Zelda Concert CD And Blu-Ray Available To Order Now
Treat your ears and eyes
Japan often plays hosts to incredible Legend of Zelda concerts featuring fully orchestrated performances of beautiful pieces from the series' history. Naturally, it'd be pretty expensive to fly over there and experience one first hand, but this new CD and blu-ray release might just do the trick. Available with international...
News Get Ready To Participate In The Tetris 99 Maximus Cup, Starting Later This Week
Gold points up for grabs
The insanely addictive free-to-play puzzle game Tetris 99 will be hosting its very first online tournament later this week in North America. The event starts on 8th March and will run until 10th March. Here's the full rundown from the official game site: Get ready to participate in the Tetris® 99 MAXIMUS CUP online event,...
News Kid Icarus And StarTropics Join The Switch Online NES Library This Month
Japan gets Fire Emblem
Nintendo will add Kid Icarus and StarTropics to the Switch Online NES library on 13th March. Below are the descriptions of each game, courtesy of the Nintendo YouTube channel: Kid Icarus – The evil goddess Medusa has stolen the Three Sacred Treasures and imprisoned the goddess of light, Palutena, in her evil plot to...
News More Detective Pikachu Movie Trading Cards Have Just Been Revealed
Ludicolo is life
As you may well be aware by now, a cool little set of Detective Pikachu movie-themed trading cards are being released next month. We've already seen just a handful of the cards set to appear, but The Pokémon Company has now shared several more and, being the lovely folk that we are, we thought we'd share them with you, too. If you...
News Fancy A New RTS With Dinosaurs Thrown Into The Mix? Warparty Hits Switch This Month
With survival and online multiplayer modes
Warcave and Crazy Monkey Studios have today announced the upcoming launch of Warparty on Nintendo Switch, a real-time strategy game arriving on 28th March. The game has spent the last few months in Steam Early Access, preparing to unleash its prehistoric battles in full form later this month. As you can...
News Wargroove Gets Huge Version 1.2.0 Patch On Switch Today
Full patch notes shared
Just last month, Wargroove developer Chucklefish promised and detailed a quality of life patch for the game. At the time, it was unclear when this patch would arrive, but we're happy to report that you'll be able to see all the changes starting from today. The team has detailed these very changes in a blog post (we have them...
News Fantasy RPG Bonds Of The Skies Is Flying Onto Nintendo Switch
Pre-purchase goes live tomorrow
KEMCO has revealed that its fantasy RPG Bonds of the Skies is headed to the Switch. Pre-purchase options for the game are set to go live on the eShop tomorrow. In this game, you'll follow the story of Eil, who begins the adventure in the middle of his coming-of-age ceremony. During this event, his town is attacked by...
Review Awesome Pea - A Retro Platformer That Lacks Colour In More Ways Than One
A little mushy
Awesome Pea is described as "a classic run-and-jump platformer," which is about as plain and simple as the game itself. Here indeed is a platformer that looks like an old Game Boy game, and that features a whole lot of running and jumping – and precious little else. At this point, we suspect the developer would like nothing more...
News Tetris 99 Grand Prix Event Hits Europe This Weekend, £10 eShop Credit Up For Grabs
Similar to the North America event
Several hours ago, we shared the news that a Tetris 99 Maximus Cup event was arriving in North America, giving players the chance to earn a number of My Nintendo Gold Points by claiming victory royales, Well, we're pleased to confirm that an almost identical event is taking place in Europe, too, so you better get...
Japanese Charts Smash Ultimate Returns To Number Two, Dead Or Alive 6 Takes Top Spot
Switch hardware sales as strong as ever
Japanese chart figures are now in for 25th February - 3rd March, revealing that Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has managed to climb back up to number two this week. The game narrowly beats New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe to that position, with just over 1,000 sales between them, but it's Dead or Alive 6 which has...
Video New Mortal Kombat 11 Story Trailer Confirms Three More Fighters
All returning from MKX
Another day, another trailer for the upcoming Mortal Kombat 11. This time, three more characters have been confirmed to be playable. The video, which you can check out for yourself above, focuses on the game's story. There's fantastical talk about a temporal crisis, the need for those from different eras to join forces, and...
Video A Sega Genesis Controller On The Nintendo Switch
Absolute madness
Have you heard about the 8BitDo M30? It's a gamepad that resembles the legendary 6-button Genesis / Mega Drive controller and works with the Nintendo Switch and legacy systems. We even did our very own hardware review for it last week, explaining how fantastic it was for anyone who is a fan of 2D fighters and various other classic...
News High School Visual Novel Kotodama: The 7 Mysteries Of Fujisawa Hits Switch In May
Physical goodies revealed
PQube has announced the release date and all available physical goodies for the upcoming Kotodama: The 7 Mysteries of Fujisawa, a high school visual novel that serves as the publisher's first original IP. The game is set to launch in Europe on 31st May, with the North American release coming just days after on 4th June...
News The Next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Board Event Is All About Racing
Start your engines later this week
The themed spirit events in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate continue, with the next event focused on racing. These spirits will pop up more frequently in the latest Spirit Board event starting this Friday. Expect to see spirits from Excitebike and the F-Zero series, as displayed in the tweet below: This ev
Tuesday5th Mar 2019
Random Fan Turns 65-Inch TV Into A Giant Nintendo Switch
Holy moly
We've seen some pretty amazing fan-made things over the years here at Nintendo Life, mostly from those with a keen eye for creativity and imagination, and this latest effort is soaring right onto our list of absolutely must-see endeavours. A gaming fan going by the name Suprman9 has created 'Nerdvana', a gaming room which uses a...
Rumour Looks Like Xbox Game Pass Might Not Be Coming To Switch After All
Well, that was short-lived
For the past couple of weeks, rumours surrounding the possibility of Microsoft bringing the Xbox Game Pass to Nintendo Switch have been sneaking their way around the internet, devilishly teasing fans with the idea of playing Xbox games on Nintendo's machine. Xbox head, Phil Spencer, even added fuel to the fire recently...
News N64 Classics Turok And Turok 2 Are Headed To Nintendo Switch
Hunting season is on
One of the earliest Nintendo 64 titles to truly dazzle gamers was Turok: Dinosaur Hunter. At a time when many FPS titles still employed 2D sprites, this full-3D shooter really impressed and was arguably something of a killer app for the console. It has now been confirmed that the game - alongside its sequel, Turok 2: Seeds of...
Random One Tiny Fix Could Make Sonic's Movie Appearance So Much Better
A sight for sore eyes
As we imagine you've seen by now, it would appear that Sonic's full appearance for his upcoming movie has been leaked online. Fan reaction has been pretty negative, to say the least, and even Sonic creator Yuji Naka has taken to Twitter to share his confusion at the design. Rough translations: "Is this a sonic movi
News Sakurai Battled Through Health Issues With An IV Drip During Smash Ultimate Development
"I just get an IV drip and go to work like normal"
The health of Super Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai has been discussed rather heavily over the last few years, with fans often concerned about his wellbeing thanks to a seemingly overly-punishing work schedule. Various health issues have caused Sakurai to hint at rethinking his work-life...
News This Is What Sonic The Hedgehog Probably Looks Like In His Upcoming Movie
Gotta go fast
If you've been interested to find out what Sonic the Hedgehog will look like in his upcoming silver screen debut due out this November, the above and below artwork may or may not put your mind at ease. Hamagami/Carroll is the marketing company responsible for creating "all of the licensed retail products within the Sonic the Hedgehog...
News Microsoft Eager To "Bring Game Pass To Any Device" People Want To Play On
So, Nintendo Switch?
If recent rumours are to be believed, Microsoft intends to bring its Xbox Game Pass service to the Nintendo Switch and multiple other platforms. During an interview at the start of this month with GeekWire, the head of Xbox Phil Spencer opened up about the company's plans to push cross-device play, with the Game Pass subscript
News Get A Bunch Of Sega Classics For 25% Off Right Now On Nintendo Switch (Europe)
We do love a good sale
Sega fans, rejoice! Right now, you can grab a number of retro Sega classics at 25% off from the Nintendo Switch eShop. You can check out a teaser trailer for the sale in the tweet below, which highlights four games from the Sega Ages range, but we did a little bit of digging and found that the Mega Drive Classics collection...
Video Player Beats Bowser In Super Mario 64 Without Using A Joystick
This looks so frustrating
Something about Mario's wonderful selection of games seems to make players want to cause themselves hours and hours of misery. In the last few months, we've seen a player try to beat New Super Mario Bros. U without collecting a single coin, and that very same player went on to attempt a Super Mario Odyssey completion
News Sobble Voted Favourite Sword And Shield Starter Pokémon In Japanese Poll
Water-type wins
Following the reveal of Pokémon Sword and Shield last week, the official Pokémon Twitter account ran a poll aski
News First-Person Buddy Cop Shooter RICO Shoots Its Way To Switch Next Week
Local and online co-op supported
Rising Star Games and developer Ground Shatter have announced that RICO will be firing onto a Nintendo Switch near you next week. The game has players stepping up to be a member of the elite RICO taskforce, where you'll have just 24 hours to solve a case and bring an end to organised crime. You'll be kicking down...
News Devolver Digital Praises Nintendo's "Fantastic" Indie Support During Switch Generation
Driving success
In celebration of the Switch making it to the two-year mark, a number of developers and publishers have been speaking out about their personal experiences with the hybrid platform so far. Indie titles, in particular, have done incredibly well on the system, often surpassing sales on other platforms by a significant margin. During a...
News Shoot 'Em Up Raiden V: Director's Cut Rated For Switch In Taiwan
Save earth, again
Another incoming Switch release has been revealed by a classification board. This time it's the Moss-developed shoot 'em up Raiden V: Director's Cut. It appears the enhanced title, based on the 2016 Xbox One release, has been classified by the Digital Game Rating Committee of Taiwan. The series began in 1990 and like all good...
News She Remembered Caterpillars Is An Abstract Puzzler Enchanting Switch This Month
A quirky name for a quirky game
Joining the small army of puzzle games on the Switch eShop later this month is She Remembered Caterpillars, a quirky looking title that may be worth keeping an eye on. Described as "a fungipunk fantasy about love, loss, and holding on", She Remembered Caterpillars has players exploring a mysterious world inhabited by...
News Paperbound Brawlers Tears Onto Nintendo Switch Later This Week
"Run with scissors"
Paperbound Brawlers arrives on Nintendo Switch this Friday, and it's said to be bringing "gravity-defying, intense, and hilarious battles" along for the ride. In this game, magic has brought characters to life in the pages of a book and this has led to said characters taking each other on in crazy acrobatic battles (as you do)...
News Tickets For EGX 2019, The UK's Biggest Games Show, Are On Sale Now
EGX returns to the capital
EGX 2019 is open for business, and tickets for the event can be purchased right now. As the UK's biggest consumer video games show, EGX is the place to be if you want to sample the latest games and hardware. While a full list of attendees hasn't been confirmed yet, it's a fair bet that Nintendo will be there to show off...
Video A Deeper Dive Into Ape Out's Constantly Evolving Soundtrack
An 'action-reactive' system
Last week saw the release of the rather excellent Ape Out on Switch, and one of several standout features in the game is its action-reactive soundtrack, where both sound effects and the music itself constantly react to the player's actions. Cymbals crash as you destroy your opponents and the supporting soundtrack rises...
Monday4th Mar 2019
Random This Local Newspaper Seems To Think Pokémon Gun Is Real
Cue outrage
Following the reveal of Pokémon Sword and Shield for the Nintendo Switch last week, the internet decided to create a third unofficial version known as Pokémon Gun. While fans of the series are now well aware it's a meme, the convincing logo has still managed to fool mainstream media. According to a Twitter user who goes by the handle...
News Nintendo Celebrates Mario Day With Lots Of Mario Game Discounts (North America)
And printable goodies, too
Nintendo is gearing up for its Mario Day celebrations (10th March, or 'MAR 10') by offering discounts on a number of juicy titles featuring everyone's favourite moustachioed plumber. Unless you're a Luigi fan like us. There are eight games up for grabs in total, ranging from sports games to platformers and everything in...
News This Fan-Made Effort Has Us Dreaming Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild LEGO
Bricktastic
If you can think of a hugely popular franchise, chances are that there's a LEGO set out there based on its worlds and characters. That is, apart from anything Nintendo-related; the very idea of Mario and Zelda sets are enough to get any fan excited and willing to throw money at them, but Nintendo has never allowed its IP to make the...
News Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Deluxe Edition Secures May Release On Switch
Coming to Switch for the first time
Bandai Namco has confirmed the release date for the upcoming Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Deluxe Edition for Nintendo Switch. You'll be able to get your hands on it from 24th May. Originally released on PlayStation systems and PC, this game has you joining Kirito, Asuna, Leafa, and other familiar faces...
Review Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn - A Timeless Classic That Feels Right At Home On 3DS
A quality port cut from the same cloth as the original
Much like its infinitely versatile mascot, the Kirby series has always been comfortable in taking many forms; Kirby has starred in several roles that diverge significantly from the copy-ability platforming of the mainline series. Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn – an enhanced re-release of the...
Video Mario Kart Wii Mod Doubles The Number Of Characters In Every Race
More racers, more fun
If 12 racers in Mario Kart wasn't already infuriating enough, how would you feel about 24? A video game modder named MrBean35000vr has been able to get 24 karts up and running in Mario Kart Wii. As he explains in the above video, his mod can handle between 24-29 racers, but the game crashes when 30 or more karts are added...
News Looks Like The Daemon X Machina Demo Will Be Removed From The Switch eShop Next Week
Play it while you can
As part of the February Nintendo Direct, a demo for Daemon X Machina called 'Prototype Missions' was released onto the Switch eShop. The game's producer, Kenichiro Tsukuda, noted that it would only be available for a limited time, and it would seem that the end date is near. The official page for the game on Nintendo's...
Review Hell Warders - A Hellish Experience That Really Needs To Be Played With Friends
To Hell with this
While the Tower Defence genre might not be quite as big as it once was, there’s still room for more additions if a developer can bring something new and innovative to the mix. Or, at the very least, do the job competently enough to represent its compatriots on Nintendo Switch. Hell Warders, from Hong Kong-based developer...
News Gun Gun Pixies Shoots Its Way To Switch This Year
Time for the little guns
Gun Gun Pixies, a third-person 'shooter' involving tiny pixie girls running around avoiding (and ogling) full-sized human women in various states of undress, is coming to Switch 'soon'. First released for the PS Vita, it seems that you take control of two diminutive 'pixie' girls from outer space who travel to earth in...
News Friday The 13th: The Game Is Stalking Its Way To Switch This Spring
Hockey mask optional
Gun Media has revealed that it is bringing Friday The 13th: The Game to Nintendo Switch this Spring. The game was originally funded via Kickstarter and was released in 2017 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. Friday the 13th: The Game - Ultimate Slasher Switch Edition will include all of the content released for the game so...
News Nintendo Switch Has Been The Best-Selling Console In Japan For 12 Months In A Row
It's pretty popular, then
If you follow our weekly Japanese chart updates, you'll probably be aware that the Switch almost always finds itself at the top of the hardware sales chart by a comfortable margin. The console can often be found selling upwards of 50,000 units per week, and it seems that this constant success has earned it another...
Random Let's Find Kirby, A Where's Waldo?-Style Book, Announced For Japan
Kirby's no wally
Is it possible to have too much Kirby? We're not convinced so, and a new book announced in Japan has taken that sentiment to the next level. In addition to the mountain of merch already devoted to the pink one, Let's Find Kirby is an official book in the vein of Where's Waldo? (or Where's Wally? for UK readers) where you must find a...
News For The King Physical Switch Release Arrives In The Month Of May
A roguelike tabletop adventure
For The King will be receiving a physical Switch release, according to a pre-order listing over on Amazon UK. The page reveals the IronOak release will be published by Merge Games and arrives on 24th May, for the price of £29,99.
News Activision Admits Recent Layoffs "Could Negatively Impact Business"
"No assurance that our business will be more efficient or effective"
Given the sheer volume of cash involved in games development these days you'd assume that a company the size of Activision Blizzard would be capable of conducting its business in a sensible manner, but that doesn't appear to be the case, given recent events. We reported a short...
News Pato Box Is Getting A Limited Edition Physical Release Soon
Pre-order boxer Pato Box boxed from 7th March
Play-Asia and Eastasiasoft have announced that they're bringing an exclusive physical edition of Bromio's black-and-white boxer Pato Box to Switch with pre-orders opening from 7th March. The physical release is a Play-Asia exclusive and according to the website, it's expected to ship 'Q2, 2019'. A...
UK Charts Trials Rising Squeezes Into Top Ten, But Sales Were Lowest On Switch
Pokémon Let's Go sales on the rise
UK chart data is now in for the week ending 2nd March, revealing that three new games have made it into the top ten this week. Out of these, The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame charted highest, master-building its way to number four in its opening week. Dirt 2.0 managed to grab sixth spot, and Trials Rising somersaulted...
News Battle Against A Royal Nightmare In Trine 4 On Switch This Autumn
Will feature online and local four-player co-op
The above trailer for the previously announced Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince has has given us a first look at the upcoming sequel to the action puzzle-platform series. Selius, the prince from the title, is missing and it's up to the old heroes from the Astral Academy (Zoya, Amadeus and Pontius from...
Sunday3rd Mar 2019
Random Multiple Nintendo Characters Appear In Mixer Banner On Xbox One Dashboard
Not what you might expect
Earlier this week, a Twitter user spotted Marina from Splatoon 2 on the Xbox One dashboard within the Mixer section. As you may or may not be aware, Mixer is a Microsoft-owned live-streaming platform for all types of video games across multiple platforms. The timing of it was definitely odd, coming off the recent onslaught...
Feature What Developers Really Think Of The Nintendo Switch eShop
The state of play: 2019 edition
The Nintendo Switch is now over two years old, and in that time it has seen a staggering number of games. The vast majority of these are digital titles released on the console's eShop, and as the Switch's install base has ballooned over the past two years, so two has the volume of digital content released on it each...
Random Soulja Boy Raps About Zelda, Doesn't Know What A Rupee Is
Green diamonds?
Infamous Rapper DeAndre "Soulja Boy" Cortez Way has a rather complex relationship with Nintendo right now. He stuck his name on a selection of rather questionable games consoles from the Far East which (seemingly) landed him in hot water with Nintendo of America – so much so that he even claimed that the resultant fallout is wha
News Limited Run Says Fans Will Be Very Excited About Its Next Physical Release On Switch
What could it be?
If you've been building a physical library of games on the Nintendo Switch over the past few years, Limited Run Games has an upcoming release it thinks fans will be "very excited" about. This tease was made over on Twitter by the company's owner, John Fairhurst: Unsurprisingly, it sent fan speculation wild - with some hoping it...
Anniversary Nintendo Switch Launched Two Years Ago Today
Happy birthday!
Two years ago today, the Nintendo Switch was first released into the world. And what a ride it's been so far. Yes, 3rd March 2017 saw Nintendo's latest console hit store shelves, a home-handheld hybrid launching alongside games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Snipperclips, Just Dance 2017, Fast RMX, and more.
News Kill la Kill: IF Will "Be The Same Across All Regions"
English dub also confirmed
Video game censorship is arguably more of a thing nowadays than ever before. Even PlayStation's creator Sony has come under fire in recent times for censoring certain titles to varying degrees. Common targets of censorship appear to be Japanese-made games featuring mature content and over-sexualised themes. It’s even...
News Try Before You Buy When A Demo For Monster Boy Arrives Later This Month
Carry over your save file to the full game
Following a teaser in February, FDG Entertainment has now confirmed Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom will be receiving a Switch demo later this month. It’s not just any old demo, though. This one will allow anyone who downloads it to play through the first chapter for free and transfer their save file...
Saturday2nd Mar 2019
Random Nintendo Jumps On The ASMR Bandwagon With The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild
Listen to Link
Nintendo is known for taking risks, experimenting and generally doing things differently, but this latest effort by its American branch is another level. The company appears to have jumped on the ASMR trend currently taking YouTube by storm, by uploading a special video marketing The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Although the...
News Bandai Namco Ending Online Service For Wii U Exclusive Lost Reavers On 30th May
It's time to move on
Remember the Wii U exclusive Lost Reavers? Perhaps you would rather not. Either way, the game’s publisher and developer Bandai Namco will finally be putting it out of its misery on 30th May, by terminating its online services. If you didn’t download this free-to-play co-op experience when it was originally released on the...
News First 4 Figures Teases Long-Awaited Mario And Yoshi Statue
The mushroom kingdom would be proud
Three years after the initial reveal, First 4 Figures has finally announced its Mario and Yoshi statue will be available for pre-order after a Q&A live stream next Friday. The announcement was made on the F4F blog page and Twitter account, with a YouTube teaser trailer for the figurine also shared. Check it...
Feature Nintendo Life eShop Selects - February 2019
February's best Switch eShop games!
We can't quite believe that 2019 is flying by as quickly as it is, but here we are, firmly in March. The good news is that this gives us a chance to look back at all of the excellent games which arrived on Switch throughout February for our eShop Selects awards. These awards aim to celebrate the best of...
News Fairune Collection Receiving A Super Rare Physical Release On Switch This Month
Four games in one
Last July, Super Rare Games announced a batch of Nintendo Switch physical releases based on various indie hits. One of these was the Fairune Collection, developed by Skipmore and originally published by Flyhigh Works on the Switch eShop. Super Rare Games has now revealed this physical release, limited to 4,000 copies, can be...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 2nd)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
Here we are, folks! We've made it to the end of yet another week. It's been a busy one, what with all the Pokémon goodness and the Resident Evil pricing shenanigans, but now it's time to sit back and chat about which games we'll be playing over the next couple of days. As ever, we've left our entries down...
News Award-Winning Indie Title To The Moon Lands On Switch eShop This Summer
Lift-off
Last month, it was revealed the award-winning PC and mobile indie title To The Moon was on the way to the Nintendo Switch, after a fan reached out via email to the title's writer, composer, designer and director Kan Gao. It's now been confirmed by developer XD Network and publisher Freebird Games this absolute tear-jerker of a tale will...
Friday1st Mar 2019
Rumour Persona 5 S Expected To Arrive On Nintendo Switch This Fall
More than a joke?
Ever since Nintendo revealed Joker from Persona 5 would be added to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as a playable DLC fighter, there have been ongoing rumours about the Persona series coming to the Switch. Atlus fueled speculation when it registered multiple domains last December and then confirmed the existence of Persona 5 R
News Nintendo Reveals Average Salary, Age And More Of Its Employees In Japan
Let's be nosy, shall we?
For most fans of the company, working at Nintendo probably sounds like a dream come true. Being surrounded by your heroes on a daily basis, working on incredibly exciting projects and - of course - the potential for free games all sounds pretty lovely, but what is it actually like working in the house of Mario? Well, while...
News Detective Pikachu Concept Artist Draws Realistic Sobble From Pokémon Sword And Shield
Amazing stuff
Just yesterday, an official poll told us that the water-type Pokémon Sobble was the most popular Pokémon Sword and Shield starter amongst fans. If you're also on #TeamSobble, or perhaps just a fan of the series in general, then this art piece may well appeal to you. If you cast your minds back to last November, you may remember RJ...
Video 13 Fantastic New Games Coming To The Nintendo Switch In March
Brace yourself!
Can you believe it? We’ve already made it to the third month of 2019. On the Nintendo front it means even more games are on the way to the Switch. To help you decide exactly which ones will be worth your precious time during the month of March, our lovely video producer Alex Olney has compiled a list of games to be on the lookout...
Talking Point Capcom’s Resident Evil Switch Pricing Is Nothing New
Forget demanding a REbate – there's only one way to send Capcom a message
While Capcom’s announcement that Switch versions of Resident Evil Zero, 1 and 4 are coming on 21st May should be cause for celebration, the
News Hori USA Drops The Price Of Its D-Pad Joy-Con Controller
Play the classic way
Last year, the prolific peripheral maker Hori released a left-hand Joy-Con featuring a full D-Pad arrangement. It was a response to Nintendo's first-party Joy-Con not including a control pad – with many purists crying out for more traditional control methods when playing specific old-school titles. If the original price of...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For March And April 2019
It's Yoshi time!
Can you believe it's March already? Where is the time going? Anyway, another month means more lovely stuff to buy, which is presumably why you clicked this link. So what's next for Switch, you may be wondering as your hard-earned money burns a hole in your pocket. We've helpfully compiled a list of all the good stuff coming out at...
News Get Discounts On Zelda, Metroid, Splatoon And More With The Latest European My Nintendo Rewards
Some real greats included this time
The latest batch of My Nintendo game discounts for Europe has now gone live, giving players the usual chance to grab some 3DS and Wii U games at discounted prices. There are a grand total of eleven games up for grabs this time around, split into two groups. Nintendo describes the second group as a collection of...
Review Rad Rodgers Radical Edition - Fun, Foul-Mouthed And Forgettable
Not so radical
Rad Rodgers is a walking, talking ’90s cliche. A wisecracking kid who clashes with his parents while boasting a love of video games so deep it’s burgeoning on a clinical addiction. He’s perpetually glued to the CRT TV in his room and the blocky grey console (called ‘Dusty’, naturally) sits beneath it. Then, one day, the TV...
Review Swords & Soldiers II Shawarmageddon - A Goofy But Charming Take On Real-Time Strategy
Till Valhalla!
It could be argued that no developer has yet managed to successfully translate the traditionally complicated gameplay of the RTS genre to consoles, all due to the lack of available buttons and a mouse to quickly navigate menus and units. Still, that hasn’t stopped many developers from trying, and the experiments performed in pursuit...
News Sorry Folks, Mortal Kombat 11's Online Stress Test Is Skipping Switch
And so's the pre-order beta
Mortal Kombat 11's release is getting closer and closer - it'll be out just next month in North America - and to prepare for its launch, developer NetherRealm Studios is hosting an online stress test. Sadly, it looks like Switch owners will be missing out. Taking place from 15th - 17th March, the test will allow lucky...
Video Level-5 Shares New Gameplay Footage Of Inazuma Eleven Ares On Switch
And it's as crazy as ever
Earlier today, Level-5 hosted a livestream to talk about the upcoming Inazuma Eleven Ares. Tucked away amongst all the discussion was around three minutes of new footage. The footage shows a match taking place between protagonist team, Inakuni Raimon, and a new team going by the name God Bulls. It's full of all the...
News Kill la Kill: IF Is Bringing Its 3D Battle Action To Switch In Europe
Based on the anime
Publisher PQube Games has revealed that it will be bringing Kill la Kill: IF to Nintendo Switch, PC, and PS4 in Europe. Being developed by Arc System Works, this game is being designed to recreate the feel of the original series, with animation studio Trigger keeping a careful eye on proceedings. A press release for the...
News Moto Rush GT Races Onto Switch This April With Nintendo Labo Toy-Con Support
Or standard controls, of course
Baltoro Games has revealed that it has been working on Moto Rush GT for the Nintendo Switch, a racer which is set to include support for Nintendo Labo's Toy-Con Motorbike. The team describes the game as "a well-polished, dynamic and fast-paced racer aimed at both adults and kids", with multiple game modes and bikes...
Video Pokémon The Movie: Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution Gets Another 30-Second Teaser Trailer
Relive the glory days
Considering this week is the 23rd anniversary of Pokémon, it's no surprise we've already had a number of announcements regarding the long-running franchise. Earlier in the week, a brand new trailer for the Pokémon Detective Pikachu movie was released and now a 30-second teaser trailer for the 3D animation - Pokémon The...
News Motorsport Manager Speeds Onto Switch This Month
Build, customise and lead your very own team
There aren't really any ultra-realistic motorsport offerings available on the Nintendo Switch. Each one that has been touted as the real deal has often run out of gas before reaching the finish line. Motorsport Manager by Playsport Games and Curve Digital takes a different completely different route...
News Horizon Chase Turbo Hits North American Store Shelves This May
That was fast
A few days after being spotted on the Entertainment Software Rating Board in the US, a physical release for Horizon Chase Turbo has now been officially confirmed. This version of the game is being published by PM Studios and is racing onto North American shelves this May. Unfortunately, the price and release date have not been...
News Done With Trials Rising? Shred! 2 Brings More Bike Stunt Action To Switch Today
Freeride Mountainbiking
We may have only just been treated to the adrenaline-filled action of Trials Rising a few days ago, but today sees yet another bike riding competitor racing onto the scene in the form of Shred! 2 - Freeride Mountainbiking. With a focus on pulling off the craziest tricks you can manage, Shred! 2 tasks you with busting out...
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