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Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Switch 2
Nintendo / Intelligent Systems
- 17th Sep 2026 (UK/EU)
- 17th Sep 2026 (NA)
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Switch 2
- 9th Jun 2026 (UK/EU)
- 9th Jun 2026 (NA)
- 30th Jul 2026 (UK/EU)
- 30th Jul 2026 (NA)
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Switch 2
- 6th Nov 2025 (UK/EU)
- 6th Nov 2025 (NA)
- 15th Nov 2009 (NA)
- 20th Nov 2009 (UK/EU)
- 3rd Dec 2009 (JPN)
Reviews of Nintendo Games
Review Donkey Kong 64 - Kicks Some Serious Tail, But Goes Too Far
C'mon Cranky, take it to the fridge
This review was originally published in April 2015 alongside the Wii U eShop's Virtual Console release. We're updating and republishing it to mark the arrival of the game in the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack N64 library. At the mere mention of Nintendo's 64-bit console, many of us find it difficult not...
Review Pictonico! (Mobile) - WarioWare In All But Name, Just On Your Phone
Wario is missing
When first revealed, Pictonico was clearly channelling serious WarioWare energy. That madcap microgame series got two Switch entries — 2021's multiplayer-focused Get it Together! and 2023's Move It!, inspired by the Wii's Smooth Moves — but the microgame format feels particularly well-
Review Yoshi And The Mysterious Book (Switch 2) - Charming Enough, But Ultimately Lacklustre
Why so Glub?
The Yoshi series has cemented itself as one of the most approachable in Nintendo’s arsenal, providing experiences that younger gamers in particular can enjoy without too much friction. Woolly World and Crafted World offer light-hearted platforming fun while still retaining some of the spirit of the SNES original, and both come...
Do you feel like talking about Life?
We interrupt to bring you some breaking news: Alana’s verdict for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is in. Fans of the 3DS game are champing at the bit to lose their lives to this long-dreamt-for sequel. Many have waited since 2014 to create more freakishly terrifying Miis and test the limits of humanity and...
Now with added Pikmin
After almost 20 years of 'New' games, 2D Mario was in desperate need of a shakeup, and in 2023, Super Mario Bros. Wonder did just that. Equal parts throwback to the glory days of the SNES and something entirely fresh, the platformer was a delight from start to finish, and while it might not have been as memorable or challenging...
Review Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen (Switch) - Red-Hot Nostalgia In A So-So Wrapper
TPC used Remember! It’s super effective!
Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen is a difficult game to evaluate. Re-released on the Nintendo Switch eShop to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th anniversary, this 22-year-old Game Boy Advance remake of the original Pokémon Red & Blue feels like a lacklustre way to celebrate one of the largest media franchises known...
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YesterdayTue, 23rd Jun 2026
Guide Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Direct June 2026: Time, Date, How To Watch
Ink your calendar
Nintendo usually only gives 24 hours' notice before its Directs, but back in the June presentation, it revealed when the next show is heading our way. It's Splatoon Raiders that's being put in the spotlight this time, with Nintendo sharing even more details on the upcoming spin-off ahead of its 23rd July release date. Below,...
PSA Splatoon Raiders' Daily Prologue Comics Start Rolling Out Today
Welcome to Deep Cut's Island Misadventures
We've still got Star Fox and Rhythm Heaven Groove to come, but Nintendo's marketing for its next big July release has stepped up a gear today with the arrival of the first 'Deep Cut's Island Misadventures' comic, the Splatoon Raiders prologue. These were initially announced in the June Direct and tell the...
Community "All-Consuming, Joyous, Heartbreaking" - Your Nintendo 64 Memories
Grab your Controller Pak
The N64 is 30 years old! This week, we're running a series of articles celebrating the 64-bit machine, its industry-shaping software, and its effect on a generation of gamers... Three decades ago to the day, players were sitting down with Super Mario 64 on their new console for the very first time. Launching in Japan on...
The Steel- and Psychic-type Mythical graces Pokopia for a limited-time only
Pokémon Pokopia's Wish Upon a Jirachi event runs from 23rd June to 8th July, 2026, introducing the Gen 3 Mythical to the cosy life simulator. Though it follows a similar format to previous limited-time events - with a new Pokémon pitching up at a Pokémon Center, offering...
PSA Rhythm Heaven Groove "Starter Demo" Now Available On Switch
Get in the groove
Rhythm Heaven is making a comeback this July with the new Switch title Rhythm Heaven Groove. Nintendo has already showcased a fair amount of gameplay during its recent Treehouse broadcast, and now it's giving fans a chance to try out the new Switch title ahead of release. Here's the full announcement about this "starter demo" via...
Monday22nd Jun 2026
UK Charts The Adventures Of Elliot Makes An Impressive Debut, But Can't Trouble The Podium
Adventure time
We are back with another look at the UK charts, and after a relatively uneventful one last week, we're excited to see a couple of new releases worm their way into the top 10 this time. The big one for us Switch fans is The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, which lands in sixth for its debut, with a majority 57% of sales...
Sunday21st Jun 2026
Gallery Nintendo Shares Multiple Screenshots Of Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
100 Pin Bowling returns
This October, Wuhu Island is returning in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort. This new game for the Switch 2 features 12 different sports and "intuitive motion controls", where you'll make use of the Joy-Con 2 as bows, paddles and more. The 12 sports include Boxing, Table Tennis, Archery, Tennis, Volleyball, Bowling, Basketball,...
Saturday20th Jun 2026
Opinion 30 Years On, I've Finally Come Around On The N64 Pad
C, it's good
The N64 turns 30 on 23rd June 2026. To celebrate, we'll be running a series of articles celebrating the 64-bit machine and its industry-shaping software over the next week or so. Today, it might have taken the best part of 30 years, but Ollie has finally seen the light when it comes to the system's revolutionary yet undeniably odd...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (20th June)
Be there or be Square
After last week's showcase shenanigans, we've welcomed a slightly quieter one here at Nintendo Life. We started the Ocarina of Time remake sleuthing as a new description appeared online, and ran through some of the game's funniest moments that we can't wait to revisit. Switch 1 & 2 got
News Switch Online's June Game Trial Kicks Off With EA Sports FC 26
Cup fever
Nintendo is joining in on the World Cup celebrations this month with a new game trial for Switch 2 and Switch systems. It's for EA Sports FC 26, allowing Switch Online members to put their "dream squad" to the test in local and online multiplayer. You can also lead your team through challenges based on real-world scenarios or develop a...
News Star Fox Soft Toy Line Now Available On The Nintendo Store (Europe)
Created for "play and decoration"
Ahead of the return of Star Fox next week, Nintendo has made its Star Fox "soft toy" line by San-Ei available on the Nintendo Stores in the UK and Europe. These plush, created for "play and decoration", were originally released in Japan and will hopefully continue to be made available in more locations around the...
Video Switch 2 Sizzle Reel Highlights Multiple Third-Party Games On The Way
Final Fantasy, Turok and more
The Switch 2 is now a year into its lifespan, and it's already played host to major third-party series such as Final Fantasy and Resident Evil. The recent Nintendo Direct highlighted even more upcoming releases, and to top it off, another sizzle reel trailer has now been released showcasing what else is on the way to...
Friday19th Jun 2026
News Nintendo Music Adds Switch 2 Hyrule Warriors Soundtrack In Latest Update
Here's every song included
After adding more "Free Roam" songs from the Mario Kart World soundtrack to Nintendo Music earlier this week, Nintendo has now released a second update. This time it has added 69 tracks from the Switch 2 exclusive Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. All up, it offers 3 hours and 35 minutes of music. This game launched...
Thursday18th Jun 2026
Japanese Charts Tomodachi Life Finally Slips From The Top Spot
And it's all thanks to Baseball
The latest sales data from Japan is in thanks to Famitsu, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has finally been knocked from its perch by none other than Powerful Pro Baseball 2026-2026. The latest Konami entry is a big hit over in Japan, shifting a total of 100,976 units in its debut week. Tomodachi Life, meanwhile,...
Guide Where To Pre-Order Nintendo Switch Sports Resort For Switch 2
Last Resort
The latest entry in Nintendo's Sports series arrives as a Switch 2 exclusive on 22nd October 2026. A follow-up to 2022's Nintendo Switch Sports, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort riffs on the Wii Sports successor, Wii Sports Resort, by returning to Wuhu Island and making some new controller tech its standout feature. Rather than the...
Feature Seven Hilarious Ocarina Of Time Moments I Can't Wait To See In The Zelda Remake
WHOOOOAH!
Since the announcement of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2, the desire to go back and experience the original in preparation has proven overwhelming for some of us. It didn't take long until I booted the NSO version up again, N64 pad grasped in my mitts, ready to step out of Kokiri Forest once again. The game is...
Wednesday17th Jun 2026
Feature "Why Is Falco So Thick In This Game?" - Lost In Space With Star Fox Zero
THREE pilots, TWO controllers, ONE Arwing, ZERO mission
With the return of Team Star Fox imminently upon us, folks are feeling pretty torn about the series retreading old ground instead of forging a new chapter in Nintendo’s long-running rail shooter. And while that may be disappointing to some, there are at least a few interesting additions to...
News New Switch 2 Bundle Announced For Europe
Pokopium
Nintendo has seemingly finally realised just how popular Pokémon Pokopia really is. Following in the footsteps of Australia and New Zealand, the company has announced a new Switch 2 bundle for Europe. It contains the console itself along with a download code for Pokopia and is scheduled to launch on 2nd July 2026. So yeah, this seems to...
Don't miss it
If you're looking to get a little extra out of the Switch Online + Expansion Pack service, Nintendo is currently offering a free bonus month. This offer applies to Switch 1 & 2 users in the US when purchasing or redeeming a 12-month individual or family membership of the premium tier before 28th July 2026. Existing Switch Online +...
Tuesday16th Jun 2026
News Hacker Group Steals Nintendo Employee Data, Posts $2 Million Ransom
Update: "We are working with the service provider to address the issue," says NOA
An as-yet-unverified data breach may have affected Nintendo, according to a claim made by hacking group ShadowByt3$. As reported by Technadu (via, Nintendo Everything), this alleged breach occurred on 13th June, with the group giving Nintendo until 15th June (today)...
Guide Where To Pre-Order Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave For Nintendo Switch 2
Weave had a look
The next instalment in the Fire Emblem series is a Switch 2 exclusive, arriving on 17th September 2026. In this guide, we've rounded up a selection of the best Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Switch 2 pre-order deals, including any pre-order bonuses and gifts being offered by Nintendo and retailers in the US and UK. There's a...
News Rejoice! The Original Switch eShop Isn't Awful Anymore
Well, except for the 'eSlop'
Nintendo just dropped system updates for the Switch and Switch 2, and while the latter is fairly inconsequential for a lot of folks, the former does something pretty spectacular: it fixes the eShop. Yes, the original Switch eShop has been redesigned to bring it more in line with the Switch 2, ditching the browser-based...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 22.5.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The Switch has also been updated
The Switch 2 is now officially a year into its life and since its arrival, it's received updates on a regular basis. The latest one, bumping the firmware up to Version 22.5.0, is now officially here. It includes some stability improvements to enhance the overall experience, as well as some language support updates...
Monday15th Jun 2026
Community Got Treasured N64 Memories? We'd Love To Hear Them
N64-mative stuff
23rd June 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of the N64, Nintendo's first console designed with full 3D in mind. Originally planned to be the Ultra 64, this console helped shape the burgeoning era of 3D gaming with classics like Super Mario 64, Star Fox 64, and Wave Race 64 (the games were more imaginative than the names, promise)...
UK Charts FF7 Rebirth Falls Off A Cliff As FC 26 Returns To The Top Spot
Materi-aaaaargh
The latest UK Charts data is in folks, and it's actually a pretty uneventful week that sees no new titles in the top 40. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, which debuted at number 2 last week, has fallen off a cliff this time around to land at number 30. It's not a surprise in the slightest, mind you – most people keen to pick up Rebirth...
News Latest Nintendo Direct Reportedly The Most-Watched Of The Summer Showcases
Sorry, Geoff
The big wave of Summer showcases is seemingly over, with Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo all presenting their own bespoke 'Directs' and Geoff Keighley hosting the annual Summer Game Fest event in Los Angeles. It's been a pretty great showing across the board in our opinion, and we don't think any of the major showcases can be deemed...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Description May Suggest A Faithful 1:1 Remake
Dead Hand in Hand
A new description for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2 suggests that the upcoming remake may be a more faithful 1:1 recreation of the original rather than a complete reimagining. As covered by Go Nintendo, the description could be viewed on Google when searching for the
Sunday14th Jun 2026
Poll Box Art Brawl: Duel - The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time 3D (3DS)
Deku Tree-D
In the vast, deep forest of Hyrule... another Box Art Brawl is being waged. Yes, we're back again, and we have a doozy for you this week. But first, let's look back at what went down last time. We looked at Rayman 3D for the uhhh... 3DS. As expected, the more action-packed North American design won the day with a whopping 77% of the...
Saturday13th Jun 2026
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (13th June)
Direct inspiration?
What a week, eh? With every other showcase under the sun taking place last week, we knew it was only a matter of time before Nintendo followed suit. And follow it did. This week's Nintendo Direct revealed first looks at the likes of Ocarina of Time, Xenoblade
News Splatoon 3 Version 11.2.0 Update Out Now, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The devs already have another update in the pipeline
[Wed 10th Jun, 2026 02:30 BST]: Nintendo has announced its team-based squid shooter Splatoon 3 will be getting an update this week, bumping the title up to Version 11.2.0. Inklings and Octlings can expect fresh changes to the game's multiplayer, including weapon adjustments and changes to X...
Friday12th Jun 2026
Talking Point Switch 2 Console Special Editions - What Would You Like To See?
Spice, Spice, baby
Switch 2 has been on shelves for over a year now - still early days if it lasts anything like as long as its predecessor. Compared to the popping colours of the Switch 1's Joy-Con, though, the younger console launched with a more subdued hue. Certainly, the hallmark red-blue stylings are present and correct, but concealed along...
Video Xenoblade Chronicles Compared Across Wii, 3DS, Switch, And Switch 2
It's Reyn time, again
Nintendo dropped a lovely surprise during its most recent Direct showcase when it confirmed that not only will the mainline Xenoblade Chronicles series receive Switch 2 Editions across the board, but the first is out now. Yes, Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is available and boasts 4K...
Feature Six Things That Need To Change In The Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake
And one that MUST stay the same
Until earlier this year, I'd not really considered what I'd want to see in a Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. After all, the 2011 3DS version did a pretty good job at updating the 1998 original, and so I'd operated under the assumption that it wouldn't be a thing again for a long, long time. Alas, it's real. Ocarina of...
News Star Fox 64 Art Director Says Remake's Visuals "Bring Tears To My Eyes"
Crylat Wars
If you've played the Star Fox demo on Switch 2, then you'll know that it's an absolute visual feast, updating the N64 original to a degree we simply never thought possible (ball's in your court now, Ocarina). One person who's been open about how much the update has impacted him is none other than Takaya Imamura, the art director for...
News Nintendo Combats Scalpers With New Switch 2 Purchase Requirements In Japan
You must play Switch for "50 hours or more"
Nintendo's Japanese branch has announced it's placed new purchase requirements on the Switch 2, after discovering "multiple orders" suspected of scalping consoles. The notice specifically highlights the Switch 2 "multi-language" model sold on the Nintendo Store in Japan. To purchase one of these units,...
News Nintendo Music Adds The Wii Sports Resort Soundtrack Today
Get ready for Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
Wuhu Island is back later this year in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and to get everyone ready, Nintendo has today added the original Wii Sports Resort soundtrack to Nintendo Music. This soundtrack contains a total of 99 tracks and has a run time of 1 hour and 37 minutes. To listen to this album, you'll...
Thursday11th Jun 2026
Round Up The Previews Are In For Rhythm Heaven Groove
Rhythm Heaven or Rhythm Hell?
If you watched this week's Nintendo Direct right from the very start, you will have seen a whopping two-minute-fifty-five-second trailer for next month's first-party offering, Rhythm Heaven Groove. We're rapidly closing in on that 2nd July release date, and today, the first previews have appeared online. A bunch of...
Japanese Charts Switch 2 Sales Continue To Slip, But Tomodachi Life Holds The Newbies At Bay
Can't stop the dream
It has been another rough post-price-hike sales week for Switch 2 in Japan, but Nintendo stays winning on the software side, thanks to Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream (thanks, Famitsu). The wacky life sim added another 50,000+ copies to its pile this week, stopping the new Switch 2 releases of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Preview Yep, Rhythm Paradise Groove Is Another Rhythm Heaven Game (Good)
Paradissonant
To some, the concept of Rhythm Paradise (or Rhythm Heaven as it likes to be called) is a bit of a hard sell. It’s a rhythm game with the most simplistic controls imaginable, often just a single button, coupled with some simple animations to go along with it. I don’t blame anyone for being a bit sceptical, to be honest, and in...
Wednesday10th Jun 2026
Talking Point What Do You Think Of Link's New Ocarina Of Time Design?
Links of the Past
It might not have been the biggest surprise out there (thanks, leaks), but yesterday's Direct brought with it the news that The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake is real, and it's launching at some point this year. The
News Nintendo Showcases Every Direct Game In A New Infographic
Which have you got your eye on?
Nintendo has released a new infographic showcasing every major game featured in its latest Direct. We understand that there were some concerns around the pacing and content of the recent showcase, but damn, when you look at the full line-up here, it's hard to argue with the sheer quantity and quality. The highlight,...
Guide DK Challenge Event: Challenge Card List & Event End Date
Complete NSO challenges across Donkey Kong history to earn time-limited rewards
The DK Challenge event tasks Switch players with completing a series of Donkey Kong challenges to win themed Challenge Cards. The challenges have you jump into Donkey Kong games across the Nintendo Classics library, as well as the most recent series release, Donkey Kong...
Hands On 'Xenoblade Chronicles' On Switch 2 Is A Nice Improvement Over 'X'
"Coming through!"
When I first booted up the Switch 2 Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, something almost immediately felt very wrong. The visuals, while certainly crisp, were upscaled in a way that meant almost all textures had this sort of blurry, smeary effect, especially environmental details, but also within character faces...
Guide Nintendo Treehouse: Live June 2026 - All Switch 1 & 2 Gameplay Reveals
Star Fox! Splatoon! Rhythm Heaven!
If the 50-minute Direct wasn't enough for you, Nintendo followed it up with a whopping 90 minutes of gameplay footage from some of those upcoming games in a Treehouse: Live show. Watching the equivalent of a feature-length film right off the back of a stacked Direct is a lot, so we've provided the following...
News Nintendo Alarmo Adds Donkey Kong Bananza Theme
"Hey DK, are you awake?"
Apart from the announcement of DK Challenges this week, Nintendo has also revealed a new Donkey Kong-themed update for its Alarmo sound clock. This latest update for the clock adds multiple alarm sounds from DK and Pauline's new Switch 2 outing, Donkey Kong Bananza. This includes a sound based on the
News Nintendo Investigating Reports Of Game-Breaking Bug In Yoshi's New Switch 2 Outing
Update: A patch has now gone live
[Fri 29th May, 2026 07:25 BST]: Yoshi returned in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book for the Switch 2 last week, and while it's in a playable enough state, there have been some reports from players about certain issues in the game. Nintendo has now acknowledged this via its official customer support account on social...
Tuesday9th Jun 2026
Guide Nintendo Direct June 2026: Every Announcement, Game Reveal & Trailer
How would you rate it?
And just like that, the Direct dry spell is over! After nine months of waiting, Nintendo treated us all to a full 50 minutes of full-fat Direct bliss. We got game reveals, surprise announcements, and a bunch of new trailers giving us a closer look at it all. There was so much to take in, in fact, that we've assembled the...
Gallery Here's How The Star Fox Demo Compares To The N64 Original
Nice to Meteo
Star Fox surprised us with a free demo during today’s Nintendo Direct, featuring the prologue cutscene, the tutorial, and the Meteo stage. Going hands-on with the game allows us to compare the remake more directly to the Nintendo 64 original, such as a look at Meteo's differences in the screenshots below: [image
Reaction A Direct That Picked Up Pace For A Breathtaking Finish
It's about Time
Look, I love Rhythm Heaven, but I understand why you'd frontload your niche little Switch 1 swansong in the biggest Nintendo Direct since September last year. First-party-wise, that was followed up by some Pokémon Pokopia update and DLC, then another look at Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave with a September date. A limited-time Swi
News Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Price And Box Art Revealed
Lookin' good
With Nintendo now confirming that Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave will launch for the Switch 2 on 17th September 2026, it's also graced us with the official box art. Let's start with the price. Fortune's Weave will cost $69.99 on the North American eShop and £58.99 in the UK. Physical is likely to be a bit more expensive for both...
