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September2023
News Tears Of The Kingdom Zelda And Ganondorf amiibo Land In November
Two of the best-looking amiibo ever?
Update [Thu 21st Sep, 2023 16:05 BST]: Those who registered their interest in the amiibo on the My Nintendo Store should be able to pre-order the figures right now. Otherwise, you'll be able to pre-order the pair of them from select retailers soon. We'll be compiling a list of these in the run-up to their...
News Contra: Operation Galuga Blasts Onto Switch In Early 2024
A remake of the NES classic
The September Nintendo Direct showcase was packed full of remakes and remasters, though one of those joining the pile that we are rather excited about is Contra: Operation Galuga, which will be updating the 1980s NES classic for Switch in early 2024. The updates applied to this one seem really quite impressive. Perhaps...
News The Original Tomb Raider Trilogy Is Getting Remastered For Switch
Oh, that poor butler...
Get ready for a blast from the past, because the original Tomb Raider trilogy is coming to the Nintendo Switch with fully remastered visuals, courtesy of Crystal Dynamics and Aspyr. Launching on February 14th, 2024, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft will contain the original three Tomb Raider titles from 1996,...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Final amiibo Is Coming In 2024
Sora is unlocked
The final amiibo for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is finally coming. Sora — the last fighter to be added to the game — will be getting his very own figure in 2024. Fans have been waiting for its reveal for a long time, and today's Nintendo Direct at last confirmed the inevitable. Sora, the hero of the Kingdom Hearts series, was...
News Fasten Your Seatbelts, Horizon Chase 2 Is Out Now On The Switch eShop
Highly anticipated sequel shadow drops
If you're a fan of Aquiris Game Studio's Horizon Chase Turbo, then you're in for a treat. The highly anticipated direct sequel, Horizon Chase 2, is out now on the Switch eShop. Originally released as an Apple Arcade exclusive, Horizon Chase 2 looks to deliver "true arcade racing thrills", evolving the visuals...
News Luigi's Mansion 2 HD Gets Spooky On Switch Next Summer
With multiplayer!
After being initially revealed in the February Direct, Nintendo has today given us a closer look at Luigi's Mansion 2 HD for the Switch, confirming that it will be creeping our way in summer 2024. This is the same 3DS game that we all fell in love with back in 2013 (gosh, was that really 10 years ago?) but with some added bells...
News Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Wave 6 Brings Back Four Returning Characters This Winter
Diddy Kong, Funky Kong, Pauline, and Peachette line-up
The last wave of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's final wave of DLC is coming this winter, and today's Nintendo Direct gave us a sneak peek at what to expect from Wave 6 of the Booster Course Pass. Namely, four new characters are being added in what is touted to be the last bundle of courses. Diddy Kong,...
News GameCube Classic Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Is Heading To Switch
Yes, for real!
To close out the latest Direct showcase, Nintendo has announced that Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door will be launching on the Nintendo Switch in 2024. Widely regarded as the best entry in the Paper Mario series, The Thousand-Year Door originally launched on the GameCube back in 2004. In the years since, fans have been itching for...
News Splatoon 3's Story Mode DLC, 'Side Order', Splats Its Way Onto Switch Next Spring
The wait continues
Revealed as a part of the September Nintendo Direct showcase, we got a better look at Splatoon 3's much-anticipated story-based DLC, 'Side Order', and a release window of Spring 2024. It might not be the earlier release that we were hoping for, but hey, at least we know a little more about what's involved now. Side Order will...
News Princess Peach: Showtime! Opens On Switch In March 2024
'Untitled Princess Peach Game' gets titled
Princess Peach: Showtime!, the new name for the game previously known as Untitled Princess Peach Game, is launching on Switch on 22nd March 2024. The game sees the Mushroom Kingdom monarch transforming into different outfits — including Kung Fu Peach, Swordfighter Peach, and Detective Peach (among...
News Another Code: Recollection Remakes Two Cult Classics On Switch in January 2024
Tracing memories
Cing's classic point-and-click adventure series Another Code is getting remade on Nintendo Switch in the form of Another Code: Recollection, which launches on Switch on 19th January 2024. This remake contains both Another Code: Two Memories (known as Trace Memory in North America), which launched on the DS in 2005, and the 2009 Wii...
News Mario Vs. Donkey Kong Brings Some Platform Puzzling To Switch Next February
Here we go!
Revealed in today's Nintendo Direct showcase, we got our first look at an upgraded Mario vs. Donkey Kong, which leaps onto Switch on 16th February 2024. The game will see the age-old rivalry reignited next year. Donkey Kong has stolen all of the Mario Mini toys and it is up to you (Mario, obviously) to get them back. Just like the...
Guide How To Save Money On Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: The Hidden Treasure Of Area Zero DLC
Best deals, cheapest prices + discounts!
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are being treated to an all-new DLC expansion in 2023, The Hidden Treasure Of Area Zero. Buying the expansion grants you access to two chunks of additional content – The Teal Mask which is available now, and The Indigo Disk which arrives later in winter 2023. The more savvy...
Round Up The First Impressions Of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet - The Teal Mask Are In
Tell us your own thoughts
Yesterday saw the arrival of the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet - The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC and now that everyone has had time to play new expansion content, various impressions are doing the rounds on social media and elsewhere. So far it seems to have gone down quite well - with trainers around the globe...
Poll Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster Is Out On Switch This Week, Will You Be Getting It?
"Two JRPG masterpieces return"
This week marks the anticipated return of the Baten Kaitos series, with Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster arriving on the Nintendo Switch. As the name suggests, this package contains "two JRPG masterpieces" by Monolith and tri-Crescendo dating back to the GameCube era. This includes Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and...
News Pokémon Home Version 3.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Update today
This week Nintendo and The Pokémon Company launched the first part of the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet - The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero. As part of this, new Pokémon HOME DLC connectivity has also gone live. This bumps the application up to Version 3.1.0. Here are the official patch notes (via Nintendo Everything): Pokémon Home...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Mortal Kombat 1
What did the critics think?
Mortal Kombat 1 has officially entered its early access phase and as part of this the first batch of reviews for the new entry have gone live. While there's not really any Nintendo Switch hands on doing the rounds just yet, there are a handful of reviews covering the game on other platforms. We've put together this round...
News Bomb Rush Cyberfunk Scores A Physical Switch Release, Pre-Orders Go Live This Week
Funky-fresh physical media
It's been announced the Jet Set-inspired release Bomb Rush Cyberfunk, which made its debut on Switch and multiple other platforms last month, will be getting a physical release. This "exclusive edition" will be distributed by iam8bit in partnership with Team Reptile, and pre-orders will go live this week on 15th...
Feature 'Impossible' Port Master Randy Linden Talks Jurassic Park, BOTW, And His Favourite Ports
"Nintendo has both style and substance"
Randy Linden (centre) and Alena Alambeigi (left) from Limited Run with the Nintendo Life PAX team If there’s one thing you should know about art, it’s that changing it after a long time is really, really hard. Just look at classicist Emily Wilson, who in recent years became the first woman to ever...
News Demon Slayer's Mario Party-Style Game Is Rolling Out A Western Release In 2024
Update: Sweep the board next year
Update [Wed 13th Sep, 2023 17:15 BST]: After being announced for Japan earlier this week, Sega has today confirmed that the Demon Slayer's upcoming party title, Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board!, will also receive a Western release in 2024. The game will see you taking on the role of some familiar...
News Walmart's Pre-Order Bonuses For Super Mario Bros. Wonder Revealed (North America)
Receive an exclusive card pack & magnet set
Ahead of the arrival of Super Mario Bros. Wonder on the Switch next month, various retailers have been revealing their pre-order goodies. The latest one comes from Walmart in the US. If you pre-order the game in store or online for $59.99, you'll receive a free trading card pack. Each card pack contains...
News Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Welcomes Back Ren & Stimpy In Latest Spotlight
"The twosome return"
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 isn't slowing down with the character spotlights and the latest one features the classic characters Ren & Stimpy. You can get the full rundown in the latest video narrated by Smash Bros. commentator and former pro player Coney. This brief rundown goes into detail about the duo's completely...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Version 2.1.1 Is Out Now, Here Are The Patch Notes
Download it today
Pokémon isn't the only game that's been updated today, it seems Monolith Soft and Nintendo have also released a patch for the excellent Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Compared to the previous update, Version 2.1.1 is quite small. It contains some bug fixes tied to the Expansion Pass and addresses a battle issue. You can get the full...
News Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Version 2.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The Teal Mask DLC has arrived
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet have received a brand new update today bumping both games up to Version 2.0.1 and introducing 'The Teal Mask' DLC. As part of this update, Nintendo has released patch notes documenting all of the changes in this new update. As long as you've purchased 'The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero' you...
News Sonic Frontiers Gets A New Trailer For 'Final Horizon' Story DLC Update
Launching later this month
If September wasn't already busy enough, Sega is also releasing the final DLC for its open-zone adventure Sonic Frontiers. In this final free update, players can look forward to brand new story content featuring Sonic friends, along with some new playable characters as well as new challenges to take on. As part of this,...
News Baten Kaitos Soundtracks Available On Streaming Services Ahead Of Remaster's Launch
Star quality
Bandai Namco has uploaded the music to both halves of the Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster, ahead of its launch this Thursday and Friday. From today, you can stream the music from Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean and Baten Kaitos Origins on Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and a variety of other...
News Disgaea 7 Demo Available Now On Nintendo Switch, Doods!
Data can be transferred over to the full game, too
Ahead of its release next month, NIS America has announced that there's a free demo for Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless is available to download now on the Switch eShop. Sharing the announcement on Twitter, the NIS In Europe account also gave us a brand new trailer to celebrate the demo's...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Welcomes In The New Era With Launch Trailer
Embrace the khaos
Mortal Kombat 1 is out in a week's time, but NetherRealm Studios has dropped the game's launch trailer nice and early to get fans amped up for the newest entry in the bloodiest fighting game series around. The launch trailer sets up some of the story for this "reboot", where Fire God Liu Kang has created a brand new world. But we...
News This Blockbuster VHS Switch Game Case Will Give You A Lovely Dose Of Nostalgia
"Please remember to rewind!"
A Blockbuster Switch game case wasn't on our 2023 bingo card, but Retro Fighters thought the world needed one anyway. And now that we've seen it, we couldn't agree more. The family-based video game accessory developer teased this brand new Switch game case, which is officially licensed by the video rental store, last...
Review Super Bomberman R 2 (Switch) - A Feature-Rich Return With A Cracking New 'Castle' Mode
"Time to make a comeback!"
Those of you who picked up the Switch during its launch period in the distant early days of 2017 may remember that, believe it or not, there were other games available at launch besides Breath of the Wild. One of those games was Super Bomberman R, which at the time was the title that broke the longest dry spell (nearly a...
News New Nintendo Joystick Patent Could Spell The End For Future Drift Issues
Stick it to the man
A patent for a new magnetic joystick design has been filed by Nintendo and the technology involved might just point towards a drift-free future (thanks, IGN). The patent was actually filed back in May of this year, but it has now been published by the United States Patent Office so we can get a better look at the proposed...
Rumour 'Switch 2' Gamescom Demo Supposedly Had Zelda: BOTW Running At 4K 60FPS
With "minimal load times" thrown in, too
Just last week, we heard rumblings that Nintendo's next console — which we're still tentatively calling the 'Switch 2' — was demoed to select developers at Gamescom 2023. The reports from both Eurogamer and VGC suggested that the console showcased an improved version of
News Sean Murray: No Man's Sky Is Having Its "Biggest Month In The Last Few Years"
The Starfield effect
Bethesda's Starfield is currently getting a lot of attention online, and it seems the popularity of this new RPG has had a positive effect on other space adventures. As highlighted by Hello Games founder Sean Murray on social media, the developer's own space adventure No Man's Sky is currently having its "biggest month" ever in...
News Upcoming Dragon Quest Game Scores Physical Switch Release With English Language Support
The Adventure of Dai launches later this month
Before the arrival of Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince later this year, Square Enix will be releasing Infinity Strash: Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai for the Nintendo Switch on 28th September. In case you missed it, it's an action RPG based on the anime and manga series of the same name -...
Poll Will You Be Getting Pokémon Scarlet And Violet's DLC?
Part 1 'The Teal Mask' arrives this week
This week sees the release of the first half of the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet - The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC. Part 1 'The Teal Mask' will introduce more Pokémon, places, and stories. Trainers can look forward to meeting The Heroes of Kitakami, getting to know the village of Kitakami, and also...
News Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Spotlights Another Returning Fighter
Aang from Avatar is back!
If you're looking for a new arena brawler, later this year at some point GameMill Entertainment will be releasing Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2. It's going to feature new characters as well as improved returning brawlers, and one of these happens to be Aang from the hit Nickelodeon series Avatar: The Last Airbender. He...
News Atlus Mobile RPG 'Megami Ibunroku Persona: Ikuu no Tou Hen' Coming To Switch
Update: Releases later this week
Update [Mon 11th Sep, 2023 20:30 BST]: G-MODE Archives+: Megami Ibunroku Persona: Ikuu no Tou Hen, which is based on the original PlayStation Persona title, has a launch date in Japan. The game will be available on the Japanese eShop on 14th September (thanks,
Poll Will There Be A September Nintendo Direct This Year?
Trend Spotting
Update: And the question is answered: of course there will be! Details below: <related ids="155170"> Nintendo isn't always the easiest company to predict, but things are usually pretty routine when it comes to Direct Showcases. There's usually one in February, usually one in the summer and usually one in September — plus a...
News Free Update Is Coming To SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake Next Month
Photo mode and new costumes incoming
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake will be getting a free update on 16th October 2023 on Switch to coincide with the game's next-gen version release, publisher THQ Nordic has revealed. The Purple Lamp-developed platformer, which launched on Switch back in January, will soak up more of the limelight with its...
News Team Shiver Walks Away With Another Win In Splatoon 3's Latest Splatfest
Big Man can't catch a break
Update #2 [Mon 11th Sep, 2023 12:30 BST]: After a weekend of tough competition, the results are in for Splatoon 3's latest Splatfest and Team Shiver has walked away with yet another win. In the battle of "Who would make the best leader?", the final points were a little more evenly spread across the three teams, though it...
UK Charts Mario Kart And Zelda: TOTK Hold Strong In A Week Of Tough Competition
Starfield launches to the top of the pile
This week's UK charts are here, and it's a strangely quiet one for Nintendo this time around as big offerings from Sony and Microsoft's consoles lead the pack. On the Nintendo front, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has managed to keep up with the newbies as it continues to hold onto third place (seriously, who doesn't...
News Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Updated On Switch, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Fixes and improvements for every game
Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster recently celebrated a new sales milestone with Square Enix announcing the compilation has now sold three million copies worldwide. It turns out that at the end of last month, the collection was also updated for both the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Each game has apparently had...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Switch Leaks Surface Online Ahead Of Launch
Watch out for spoilers
NetherRealm's new game Mortal Kombat 1 is just weeks out from release, but unfortunately, it's the latest victim of a leak. According to a report from MP1st, some stores in certain locations around the world are already selling physical copies of the title, and one individual has managed to get hold of a Switch copy of the...
News Gotham Knights Has Been Rated For Nintendo Switch
Is the Batman spin-off on the way?
Batman Arkham Trilogy might not be the only major Batman series making its way to the Switch in the near future. A rating by the ESRB in North America for the action role-playing spin-off Gotham Knights now also mentions the Nintendo Switch as a platform. The rating is 'T' for teen - with the game containing...
Talking Point What Do You Want From A 'Splatoon 4'?
New stories? Fresh game modes? MORE Big Man?
It has been an entire year since Splatoon 3 was released (don't worry, we're just as shocked as you are) so, naturally, our minds are beginning to drift towards what comes next. The correct answer is that mysterious 'Side Order' DLC — which is meant to show what would've happened if Team Order had...
Poll Who Will You Be Playing As In Super Mario Bros. Wonder?
Go on, tell us
Super Mario Bros. Wonder will continue the trend of simultaneous multiplayer platforming in the world of Super Mario and this time it's rolling with quite possibly the biggest roster ever, made up of not only Mario and co, but also a number of extras. Nintendo recently asked fans on social media what character they would be picking...
Guide Fae Farm: Beginner's Tips - How To Make Money, Fast Travel, Decorate, And More
All the things we wished we'd known
So, you've picked up Fae Farm — a game that combines the farming stuff that you love with the combat and mining that you also love. Lucky you! Fae Farm has a ton of systems, mechanics, and other things to learn along the way, and not all of them are immediately obvious. We've put together a little starter guide...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 9th)
Star gazing
The weekend has once again rolled around and that means that it is time for another edition of What Are You Playing! Before we dive into our plans, though, let's first take a look at some of the highlights from Nintendo Life this week. Kicking things off with the Nintendo big boys, we learnt from Eiji Aonuma that there are no plans for...
News Super Mario Bros. Wonder GameStop Pre-Orders Revealed (North America)
A sticker sheet and an elephant keychain
Update [Sat 9th Sep, 2023 04:00 BST]: GameStop has revealed Super Mario Bros. Wonder pre-orders in the US will come with an exclusive sticker sheet containing characters and power-ups from the game. This offer will be available while stock lasts. Original article [Thu 7th Sep, 2023 03:35 BST]: As we get...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Shares "First Look" At Jean-Claude Van Damme As Johnny Cage
Update: Here's the official trailer
Update [Sat 9th Sep, 2023 02:00 BST]: Following the first look teaser, NetherRealms has now released an official trailer for Jean-Claude Van Damme in Mortal Kombat 1. You can check it out via YouTube. Jean-Claude Van Damme will be available as Johnny Cage skin in the premium edition of the game, with pre-orders...
News Surprise! LEGO 2K Drive Now Has A Switch eShop Demo
Download it now
Following the arrival of LEGO 2K Drive on the Switch earlier this year, 2K Games has now rolled out a free demo on the Switch eShop in the US and UK. According to Nintendo's socials, players will be able to cruise around Turbo Acres - the introductory biome of Bricklandia. When LEGO 2K Drive launched on the Switch earlier this...
Round Up The Previews Are In For Detective Pikachu Returns
The first impressions are here
Super Mario Bros. Wonder isn't the only major release arriving on the Nintendo Switch next month. In case you missed it, Detective Pikachu is also back in Detective Pikachu Returns - a follow-up to the 2018 3DS release. Ahead of the game's release, the first "hands-on" previews have now been released and so we've...
News Lovecraftian Psychological Horror 'Desolatium' Haunts On Switch In Time For Halloween
Releases late October
Soedesco is adding to the horrors of Halloween on Switch as it's announced a 27th October release date for Superlumen's Lovecraftian point-and-click Desolatium. Originally announced back in June 2023, Desolatium is a surreal, psychological graphic adventure where you'll come face-to-face with many of Lovecraft's iconic...
News Disney's Gargoyles Remastered Brings Sega Genesis Classic To Switch This October
The age of Gargoyles returns
Disney has announced that the remaster of the 16-bit favourite Gargoyles will be launching on Switch on 19th October. Gargoyles Remastered, developed by Empty Clip Studios, was announced last September and we've heard nothing about it until now. But a brand new trailer confirmed that the game is coming very soon —...
Japanese Charts Pikmin 4 Lays Down Roots At The Top Spot, Once Again
Re-bloom
The latest Japanese physical charts are now in from Famitsu (via Gematsu) and after a short stint down in third place last time, this week sees the almighty Pikmin 4 once again plant itself at the top spot with another 34,240 copies sold. Last week's victors of Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon on the PlayStation 5 and 4 have now
Talking Point Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom DLC - What Would You Have Liked To See?
Maybe... less game?
We all know that The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the gift that keeps on giving — even without additional content. But with how many juicy new skills and items, and with what Breath of the Wild's DLC delivered, yes, we are indeed still hungry for more. But in a recent interview with Famitsu, Zelda series producer...
Nintendo Download 7th September (North America)
Fae Farm! MythForce! Gunbrella!
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! Switch eShop - Highlights: Fae Farm (Phoenix Labs, 8th Sep, $59.99) -...
News The Autobots Roll Out On Switch Next Month In Transformers: Earthspark - Expedition
Get your motor running
Outright Games has today revealed another gameplay trailer for its latest game about the robots in disguise — Transformers: Earthspark - Expedition journeys onto Switch on 13th October. Based on the recent Paramount+ and Netflix animated series, Transformers: Earthspark, this game will see you taking on the role of...
News Nintendo Reportedly Showed 'Switch 2' Demos To Developers At Gamescom
The plot thickens
While there is still no official word on the whereabouts of the 'Switch 2', sources for both Eurogamer and VGC have reported that demos for Nintendo's next console were shown at this year's Gamescom. The reports state that the Switch successor was shown to selected developers behind closed doors during the event, supposedly with...
News Nintendo Is "Evolving" Into An Entertainment Company, According To Doug Bowser
"With gaming as a nucleus of the overall business model"
Nintendo has mentioned on a number of occasions in recent years how it wants to go beyond video games and the company's American president Doug Bowser has now reiterated this during an interview with the Washington Post. Bowser mentioned how Nintendo is currently "evolving into being an...
"Straight out of the video game"
If you're obsessed with the farming and lifestyle sim Stardew Valley, you might be interested in getting your hands on "the official" cookbook by Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone and author Ryan Novak. Following ConcernedApe's announcement earlier this month, according to an Amazon listing it will be arriving in May 2024...
News New Limited-Time Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Distribution Is Now Available
Celebrate Paldean Winds Ep 1 with a free Cetitan
In case you missed it, the first episode of the new Pokémon web series Paldean Winds is now officially live. As part of this, The Pokémon Company is giving away a free Cetitan in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. As highlighted by Serebii.net, the code you'll need for this one is L1KEAFLUTE, and you...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Reveals Megan Fox As The Outworld Vampire Nitara
"It's cool to be in the game"
After an advertisement featuring the actor and former wrestler Dave Bautista, Mortal Kombat 1 has now officially revealed the vampire of the Outworld Nitara will be played by the actress Megan Fox. Although Fox's involvement seems to be the focus in the latest trailer, this does still count as another playable fighter...
Video It's Finally Time To Talk About Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom's Ending
Were tears shed?
Believe it or not, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom does have an ending. It might be a 200-hour sprawling epic where you support Addison over 80 times or dig into every single nook and cranny of Hyrule, but there is a main story — and its ending is a doozy. We're still thinking about it nearly four months after the game...
News Cowabunga! New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Game Announced For Next Year
Based on the recent movie
2023 has been quite the time to be a TMNT fan and it looks like next year will be no different as Outright Games has today announced that it will be releasing a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem game inspired by the recent film. The information that we have on the as-yet-untitled game is somewhat limited, though...
Random Fan-Made Hollow Knight Boss Battle In 3D Has Us Ready To Dive Into Hallownest Again
How's the Silksong wait treating ya?
It's fair to say that we are all ready for Hollow Knight: Silksong now, right? After being pushed from the first half of 2023 back in May, the thumb-twiddling wait for the hotly anticipated sequel has reached new heights, though at least it seems that some fans are using the time productively (thanks, The Gamer)...
News Super Mario Bros. Wonder Has Already Topped Amazon's "Best Sellers" Chart In The US
It's off to a wonderful start
Ahead of the launch of Super Mario Bros. Wonder next month, it seems the game is already dominating the charts on Amazon in certain parts of the world. Following the special Direct presentation last week, revealing even more about the new entry, Wonder has now gone straight to the top of Amazon's best-selling video...
News Sea Of Stars Exceeds First Year Sales Projections In Launch Week
More than 250,000 copies have been sold
The new retro-inspired RPG Sea of Stars has achieved another sales milestone one week after its release on multiple platforms including the Switch. In an update on social media, Sabotage revealed the game had now sold more than 250,000 copies in launch week. It follows a previous update in the first 24 hours...
News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Game Boy Color, SNES & NES Library With Four More Games
Three "Japan-only" titles and a Warner Bros. licensed game
Nintendo has added four more games to the Switch Online library today but it's not the sort of lineup you might be expecting. Three of these games are "Japan only" and were never translated into English. Starting off with the NES lineup, there's the 1993 release Joy Mech Fight. This is a...
News Stardew Valley Creator Shares A Minor Update About Version 1.6
ConcernedApe is working on it "right now"
It's been a few months since the last Stardew Valley news, so what's the latest? According to the developer Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone, Version 1.6 is still a work in progress. In an update via social media, ConcernedApe actually shared a screenshot of his new project the Haunted Chocolatier, noting how he...
News Pokémon GO's Pokédex Is Now Bigger Than Any Mainline Entry
You're gonna need a bigger storage box
Niantic's mobile title Pokémon GO now officially has the most Pokémon to collect, placing it ahead of the mainline entries. With the new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Paldea region update going live this week, the total number of pocket monsters you can catch in the mobile hit has now been bumped up to 814. As...
News Company Of Heroes Collection Marches The Classic RTS Game Onto Switch This Autumn
Two expansions also reporting for duty
Feral Interactive, the team behind such ports as GRID Autosport, Alien: Isolation and The Lara Croft Collection has today announced that it will be bringing a legendary RTS title over to Switch in the upcoming Company of Heroes Collection. The collection is currently set to land on the Nintendo console this...
News Retro Game Challenge 1 & 2 Are Getting Switch Ports In Japan
No word on a Western release yet
Bandai Namco has announced Retro Game Challenge 1 + 2 Replay, a remastered collection of two DS cult classics for Switch (thanks, Famitsu). At the moment, the collection has only been announced for Japan, and a release date hasn't been confirmed. Retro Game Challenge is a series of video games based on the Game...
Hands On Super Mario Bros. Wonder Lives Up To Its Name In The First Hour
Isn't it a wonder
A funny thing happened at (well, near) PAX West 2023. Super Mario Bros. Wonder, the latest two-dimensional Mario game — and the first original one in over 10 years — was surprisingly made fully playable for Nintendo Live attendees and media alike ahead of its October 20th release on Nintendo Switch. Anyone who’s watched...
News Missed A Tricolor Turf War Stage In Splatoon 3? They're All Returning For The Next Splatfest
Marking one year of Splatoon 3
Somehow, it has been almost a whole year since Splatoon 3 was released and Nintendo is gearing up to mark the occasion in the most appropriate fashion — with a Splatfest, of course. To make the upcoming event that bit more special, the weekend's splatting will not take place in a unique location as usual, but will...