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Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (10th October)
Gawrsh!
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News Fortnite X Sonic Collab "To Be Continued"
Is that...?
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News Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves Announces Tekken Collab
Reina gets ready for the next battle
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Video Dragon's Dogma 2 Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch 2 & PS5)
Including a look at frame gen toggle
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Return to the track this November
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TodaySat, 10th Oct 2026
Time Extension "I still feel that there is a great deal I need to learn"
One of the biggest mistakes people make about the Japanese games industry is thinking it's separate from things like anime and toys. The reality is that, at least in mecha-related media, these industries are connected and share the same creative talent. Shinji Usui is a wonderful example of...
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Few games have had as lasting an impact on the overarching gaming space through one mechanic alone as the Nemesis system presented in Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor and its sequel, Shadow of War. First released in 2014, it's hard to believe such innovation has been stuck locked away for over a decade since Monolith...
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Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (10th October)
Gawrsh!
Another week is over - thank goodness. It's been a bit of a quiet one again, despite the beginning of what will no doubt be one of the busiest release months in Nintendo's history. Rumours picked up once again about Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire coming to the Switch, Nintendo announced a new Switch 2 hardware bundle for Japan,
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News Fortnite X Sonic Collab "To Be Continued"
Is that...?
Epic's free-to-play battle royale Fortnite appears to be expanding on its in-game collab with the Sonic the Hedgehog series. As part of the blue blur's ongoing 35th anniversary celebrations, Sega shared a new teaser trailer for Fortnite x Sonic during its Club Chaos livestream. In it, you can see what looks to be...spoiler alert...Metal...
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News Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves Announces Tekken Collab
Reina gets ready for the next battle
SNK has already expanded the roster in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves with characters like Ken and Chun-Li from Street Fighter, and next up is a challenger from the Tekken series. It's Reina, who made her debut in the latest entry Tekken 8, and she's arriving on all platforms t
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Video Dragon's Dogma 2 Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch 2 & PS5)
Including a look at frame gen toggle
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen arrived on the Switch 2 this week, and if you're curious to see how it compares to its PS5 counterpart, YouTube channel ElAnalistaDeBits has now released a side-by-side graphics comparison. Firstly, players can apparently expect an upscaled resolution of 1080p in handheld and 1440p...
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Return to the track this November
Sega has officially revealed "Year Two" of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will get underway on 3rd November 2026. As part of this, players can expect "major day one updates", more free characters and Season Pass Two. Here's the rundown of what's on the way, and you can see the full showcase in the video above. Sonic...
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YesterdayFri, 9th Oct 2026
News Nintendo Of America's President Comments On The Possibility Of GTA 6 On Switch 2
Don't get your hopes up... yet
November is going to be one of the most significant periods in gaming history with the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. It's projected to be one of, if not the biggest entertainment launches of all time, beating out every game, book, or movie that's ever been released. Wowie-zowie. So naturally, many folks continue to...
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News Witcher 3 Remastered Switch 2 Update To Improve "Image Clarity And Sharpness"
Good news, Witchers
Last week, CD Projekt Red released The Witcher 3 Remastered on multiple platforms, including the Switch 2. The developer has now provided an update in its latest set of patch notes about what exactly is in the works for the Switch 2 version of the game. The plan is to introduce the same "global changes" as other platforms, while...
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News Best Buy To Offer Additional Switch 2 Zelda Units In-Store At Midnight Launch
Available in limited supply
If you've been unable to secure a Zelda-themed Switch 2 or Pro Controller and happen to live in the US, Best Buy will be offering limited stock at its Ocarina of Time midnight launch. The retailer has revealed "select stores" will have "limited numbers" of the Zelda Switch 2 and Pro Controller on hand. These extra units...
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News Dave The Diver's Final DLC Is The Perfect Crossover
Submerging next year
After years of content updates and DLC expansions, Mintrocket has announced that the final wave of DLC for Dave the Diver will launch in 'Early 2027', and it's a crossover that feels like it was always meant to be. Dave will be teaming up with Subnautica 2 in the free expansion, adding the ocean moon Proteus into the gameplay...
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Nintendo Download 8th October (North America) - Plus 3 Discounted Games That Should Be On Your Radar
Kingdom Hearts! Hellraiser! Dragon's Dogma!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop. 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: KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I~III] (SQUARE...
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News This Wonderful Animal Crossing-Like Is Now Free For Switch Online Members
Play until 15th October
Nintendo has today launched its next free Game Trial for Switch Online members in North America, and it's a doozy. Hello Kitty Island Adventure (the Switch 1 version) is the latest game in the offer, available at no extra cost to all those with an active NSO membership from today (9th October at 10am PT) until 15th October...
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News Tropico 7 Officially Confirmed For Switch 2, Out 2027
Update: Here's the story trailer
[Fri 18th Sep, 2026 04:30 BST]: The dictator sim Tropico 7 is on its way to the Switch 2 and will be releasing alongside other versions on 28th January 2027. This Switch 2 release is being developed by Engine Software, aka the Switch port specialist behind titles such as Ni no Kuni: Wrath Of The White Witch. The...
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News Final Fantasy VII Revelation Cast Get Emotional In Last Recording Sessions
End of an era
When Final Fantasy VII Revelation launches on 8th April 2027, it will mark the conclusion of Square Enix's ambitious remake project that was first announced at E3 in 2015 – until its DLC expansions release, that is. So for the voice actors who have been bringing such iconic characters to life for so long, it's naturally going to be...
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Countdown Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Dungeon Crawl #4 - Still An All-Timer
Forested Development
I left last week's Ocarina of Time feature feeling like I might have been a little too negative about the whole thing. Three weeks into my playthrough, and I had just poo-pooed back-to-back puzzle boxes. Well, fear not, because I'm swinging in the complete opposite direction this time. This is part four of my Dungeon Crawl...
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News 'It Takes Two' Hops Onto Switch 2 Next Week, Marrying Visual Upgrades & Cross-Play
Cross-platform counselling
After being rumoured earlier this year, Hazelight has announced that its award-winning co-op adventure, It Takes Two, will be getting a full Switch 2 upgrade next week. The new version launches on 15th October, as a free upgrade to anyone who owns the Switch 1
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News Wake Up, Samurai! Cyberpunk 2077 Is Getting A Live-Action Movie
But who will play Johnny Silverhand?
Cyberpunk 2077 didn't get off to the best start when it originally launched in 2020, but it's now considered a success story. Since then, CD Projekt Red has polished it up, rolled out an animated Netflix series, and released a Switch 2 version of the title. A second game is also in development, and now, to add...
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Rumour Pokémon-Themed Mystery LEGO Bags Are Supposedly On The Way
Good luck catching 'em all
Pokémon's new LEGO line, featuring Smart Brick support, is apparently getting a mystery bag series. This rumour comes from the reliable Lego leaker 'got.cooped', who says they'll be arriving on 1st March 2027 and will be priced at $12.99 each. No photos or promotional images of these sets have been
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Community Played A Top Switch Game We Missed? Send Us Your Recommendations
Net benefit
We're into October, which means it's time for our six-monthly callout for Games We Missed, the series where the Nintendo Life community sends in their recommendations for tasty Switch games that slipped through our review net. Back in April we highlighted 31 Switch 1 and 2 games, large and small, that we weren't able to cover with a...
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Thursday8th Oct 2026
News The First Review For Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Is In
A fresh take on the world of Castlevania
Konami's Castlevania series returns next week, and the first critic review for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse has now gone live. It comes from the famous Japanese publication Famitsu, so what did this outlet think of this new experience developed by the teams behind Dead Cells and Rogue Prince of Persia?
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News Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire Switch Port Rumours Resurface Following Pokémon HOME's Latest Update
Two GBA games are now compatible with the service
There have been rumours doing the rounds online in recent times about Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire making a return. Now, the latest Pokémon HOME update has got some trainers even more excited. If you haven't already seen it for yourself, the new update for the storage service (bumping the app up to...
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Review Evercade Nexus - a Commendable Upgrade, but Bundling Banjo-Kazooie Is the True Masterstroke
Time Extension Evercade's next evolution is here
While the Evercade family has seen several hardware revisions and evolutions over the years – including a bartop arcade unit, a home console, and even a scaled-down Super Pocket sibling – the
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You have "until the end of January 2027" to claim the Switch 2 version
Ahead of the release of Minecraft on the Switch 2 on 27th October 2026, Mojang has now sent pre-orders for this version of the game live. It's also provided some additional information about the "digital upgrade path" for owners of the Switch game. If you do already have a...
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News Spending On Switch 2 Game-Key Cards In The U.S. Has Risen By 631%
Overall physical media spending increased 5%
Circana's Mat Piscatella has posted a breakdown of the firm's latest sales report for the U.S., providing an interesting statistic for Game-Key Cards on the Switch 2. According to Piscatella, spending on Game-Key Cards has risen by a whopping 631% in the region during 2026. This figure is so substantial...
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Preview 'Muramasa: Revenant Blades' Polishes Vanillaware's Gem To Shine Brighter Than Ever
Reforged
Muramasa: The Demon Blade originally launched on the Wii back in 2009, a title that we called "gorgeous, engrossing," and even underrated. We’ve been hoping to see a modern port of this gem for a long time now, and Vanillaware has delivered, with Muramasa: Revenant Blades
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Round Up The Reviews For Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Are In
Here's what the critics think
Dragon's Dogma 2 arrives on the Switch 2 this week, and alongside this, the new Dark Arisen Expansion has been released across all platforms. The reviews are now rolling in about this additional content. If you are more focused on the state of the Switch 2 release, the good news is it's in excellent shape. You can get...
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News Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Comes To Astral Ascent In New Crossover Update
For those who come after
We've been patiently hoping that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 would make its way to Switch 2 ever since it consumed our every waking hour last year. Sandfall is still yet to make that happen, but in the meantime, we have a crossover with the wonderful roguelike Astral Ascent, which we can play right now. As revealed in...
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News Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Looks Like A Game Night Delight In New Overview Trailer
Start the warm-up
With Nintendo Switch Sports Resort right around the corner, Nintendo has released a seven-minute overview trailer to showcase all of the exciting things that await on Wuhu Island. Aside from introducing the game's 12 sports (many of which will be familiar to anyone who played the last series entry), the trailer also showcases a...
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Japanese Charts Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Scrapes Into The Top 10 With 5,000+ Sales
While Ace Combat 8 takes the crown
Famitsu has provided the latest look at Japan's boxed charts, and there are a few new faces once again this week. For Nintendo fans, the highlight is Xenoblade Chronicles 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, which recently launched at retail for those who value physical products. It just about made it into the top ten,...
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News Pokémon 'Blind Bag' Skateboard Decks Return In New Santa Cruz Collaboration
With three 'Chase Decks'
The Pokémon Company is teaming up with skateboard brand Santa Cruz again this month on a new range of 'Blind Bag' decks to celebrate the series' 30th anniversary. The Trading Card Game is being put in the limelight this time, with all decks in the blind bag collection featuring one of 30 highlight cards against a...
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News Marvel Cosmic Invasion's New DLC Will Build The Hype For 'Doomsday' Next Month
New characters, new game modes
Dotemu and Tribute Games teased their upcoming Doctor Doom-focused Marvel Cosmic Invasion DLC a few months back, and today at New York Comic Con, the teams announced when we can expect to play it. 'The Siege of Castle Doom' expansion will be available on 10th November, adding two new playable characters into the mix...
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News Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds "Year One" Edition Spotted Online
As "Year Two" gets underway
If you didn't catch the first year of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, it seems Sega may soon be releasing an updated retail copy. Last month, some listings surfaced online, and now PS5 box art for the "Year One Edition" has been spotted. This version will apparently come with all of the paid content from the first season...
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News Two Point Museum's Cutest Collaboration Is Now Available, And It's Free
Little Kitty, Big Museum
There are very few games that we wouldn't benefit from having a cute cat added to it, and Two Point Studios knows it. The dev has just revealed a collaboration between Two Point Museum and Little Kitty, Big City, adding Double Dagger Studios' adorable cat sim to the museum planner. This free update (yes, it's free) adds...
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Wednesday7th Oct 2026
Review Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen (Switch 2) - An Action RPG Great Returns In Fine Form
Wolves hunt in packs, Arisen
While travelling the frigid wastes of Norgan, my Pawns and I were assailed by a band of Hobgoblins, and due to my poor leadership skills – causing multiple groups to aggro at once by running by instead of dealing with them then and there – we were overwhelmed. The tide was finally turning as I swung my great axe...
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Review Order Of The Sinking Star (Switch 2) - Intense, Sometimes Gruelling, But Always Inventive
What a puzzler
Order of the Sinking Star is not for the weak-willed. The latest puzzle adventure from Jonathan Blow (Braid, The Witness) makes the player earn their wins, rewarding them with an intriguing, slowly unfurling story set in a mystical plane beyond comprehension. My many hours spent staring at these puzzle boards with steam blowing out of...
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News Konami Announces The Composer For Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
From the talent behind the Rogue Prince of Persia soundtrack
As we get closer to the launch of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse later this month, Konami has announced the composer of the new game. If you didn't already know, this new Castlevania soundtrack was created by composer and musician ASADI (aka Danny Asadi). Co-developer Evil Empire added to...
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News EB Games Is Opening North America's First-Ever Nintendo "Store-Within-A-Store" Experience
A "new permanent Nintendo space" arrives later this month
EB Games Canada has this week announced it's bringing a new Nintendo retail experience to its flagship location in Toronto. It's opening a Nintendo space at the EB Games store, located at 267 Yonge Street. According to the PR, this is "Nintendo's first-ever store-within-a-store in North...
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News Sega Responds To Sonic's Wild Start On Discord
It was fairly wholesome for the rest of the day
If you didn't catch the official announcement, Sega this week launched an official Sonic the Hedgehog Discord server. Since then, there have been multiple stories shared online about the server being "on fire" and Sega has now issued a response. It comes via Sega Japan's Aaron Webber, who recently...
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Opinion Elden Ring Is One Of My Favourite Games That I've Hardly Played
Going out on a Limgrave
I have started a new Elden Ring save file on four separate occasions now, and I have absolutely adored my time with each of them. And yet, despite putting 15-20 hours minimum into each new load, my current Switch 2 playthrough is the first time that I've managed to push through the 'tutorial area'. I need to do some...
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News Pokémon HOME FireRed & LeafGreen Compatibility Update Now Live (Version 4.1.0)
Update today, trainers
Trainers have been waiting for a few months, and now The Pokémon Company has finally rolled out the Pokémon HOME update, adding support for Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen. This bumps the app up to Version 4.1.0, and once you've linked the version of your choice (or both), you'll be able to transfer Pokémon to HOME and then...
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News Resident Evil Requiem's Writer Reveals What The Upcoming DLC Might Be About
Well, part of it at least
When Resident Evil Requiem launched to critical acclaim and became the fastest-selling entry in the franchise, director Koshi Nakanishi revealed that work would continue and that it would receive a DLC expansion in the future. Now, thanks to an interview with Requiem's writer Haris Orkin, we have a vague idea of what it...
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News Rise Of The Tomb Raider Switch 2 Limited Run Physical Release Announced
Pre-orders open later this week
Back in June, Lara Croft's second reboot adventure Rise of the Tomb Raider got a surprise release on the Switch 2. Distributor Limited Run Games has now announced a physical release. There'll be a standard edition and collector's edition, with pre-orders opening later this week on 9th October 2026. According to the...
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News Pokémon Pokopia's New Mystery Gift Distribution Is Now Available
Free furniture!
The Pokémon Pokopia Mystery Gift codes haven't been coming thick and fast since the game launched earlier this year, but with the Chansey Plant code wrapping up yesterday, The Pokémon Company has been quick to release another. As brought to our attention by Serebii, a new distribution event is now available. If you use the code...
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Time Extension "Any ethical hacker would recognise, 'Oh, this is some guy's project'"
One of the most exciting developments in the retro gaming scene over the last few years is the rise of recompilation projects, offering players a new way to experience some of their favourite games on modern PC platforms. However, as the number of AI recompilations of classic...
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News Cities: Skylines Is Building An 'Expanded Edition' On Switch 2 This Month
Skyscraper maker
Cities: Skylines launched in pretty rough shape on Switch back in 2018. It has been a long wait in the years since for an improved experience on our beloved Nintendo hybrids, and later this month, it sounds like we're getting it. Cities: Skylines - Expanded Edition is set to launch on Switch 2 on 28th October, fully revamped for...
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Random UK Retailer Lists Theatrhythm Sticker Set For A Whopping £499
At least it's half price, though
UK retailer Sports Direct doesn't exactly have the best reputation; especially following the acquisition of GAME in 2019 by owner Frasers Group. GAME in particular has often been slammed for its high prices, even before its acquisition. But a listing on the website for Sports Direct / GAME for a Theatrhythm Final...
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Tuesday6th Oct 2026
News Nintendo Announces Another Switch 2 Hardware Bundle
Japan gets a new "Choose-Your-Game" bundle
The Switch 2 is now over a year into its life, and Nintendo has so far shifted more than 23 million units globally. In recent months, the video game giant has announced multiple hardware bundles (and even some themed systems) to help boost worldwide sales, and it's now Japan's turn. The homeland of...
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News "Nintendo Didn't Swerve" - Product Growth Expert Comments On Zelda Vs. GTA 6
Let battle commence
In case you didn't notice by now, October is an exceptionally busy month for game releases. Why? Because every publisher and their nan is scrambling to avoid Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto VI in November. There are, however, still some games launching in November, perhaps most notably Barbie Rewind The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of...
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News Nintendo Releases 'Hello, Peach!' And 'Hello, Luigi!' App For Switch & Mobile Devices
It's also revealed a toy 'Melody Car'
Last year, Nintendo launched the 'My Mario' - a new line of products designed for parents and children. This included a new app for Switch and mobile devices known as 'Hello, Mario!'. It followed this up with a 'Hello, Yoshi!' app towards the end of the year. Now, in an update this week, it has released the...
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