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  • News Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown Is Already On Sale (US)

    "Save up to 40%" in this new eShop deal

    One common response to the arrival of Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown on the Switch was to wait until a sale. And now, just months after its release, this slick and stylish "must-play" has received a 40% price cut on the eShop in the US and Canada. As highlighted by Nintendo of America, this reduces the...

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  • News Surprise! Princess Peach: Showtime! Is Getting A "Limited-Time" Kung Fu Tea Collaboration

    Five drinks release alongside the game

    The American bubble tea company Kung Fu Tea is back with another Nintendo partnership - celebrating the upcoming release of Princess Peach: Showtime! later this week. For a "limited-time" between 22nd March and 21st May, Kung Fu Tea will be offering a handful of themed Princess Peach drinks, which come with a...

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    • Nintendo
    • US
    • North America
  • News Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection Reportedly Features Modder's Work "Without Credit"

    You were the chosen one, Aspyr

    Before last week's troubled launch, Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection was already making headlines for "mistakenly" featuring footage of a community-made mod in an official trailer. At the time, developer Aspyr said the game did not include "any code or content" from "uncredited sources", but now traces of the...

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  • Random Nintendo Has Supposedly Changed The Day Of Switch Game Releases

    Thursday is the new Friday in the US

    When Nintendo confirmed the release dates of some upcoming Switch games recently, certain eagle-eyed fans noted how as of the next financial year, the company would seemingly be shifting release dates from Friday to Thursday in the US. So far, this includes the launch dates for Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year...

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YesterdayMon, 18th Mar 2024

  • Guide Best Nintendo Switch Collections And Compilation Games

    Bundles of joy

    Updated with Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story. Enjoy! Switch is many a gamer's go-to console for revisiting retro classics, at home on the TV, or wherever you happen to take the handheld hybrid. Squeezing in nostalgia trips between the big new releases has never been easier, and there have been a host of exceptional collections and...

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  • Random Nintendo Puts Out Another Tasty Splatoon 3 Music Video

    Update: We're so... not back

    Update: Oops! Nintendo has since removed the previous music video and instead replaced it with a new one, Color Pulse '24, an updated version of Off the Hook's original song. It seems like We're So Back is another tune that we'll be hearing later on down the line, but Nintendo uploaded it early by mistake. A number of...

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  • News 'Capes' Is Bringing Some Turn-Based Superhero Tactics To Switch This May

    On your left

    Remember when Marvel's Midnight Suns was coming to Switch? Us neither. The game was announced as "no longer planned" for the Nintendo hybrid in May of last year, but now a new hero has risen to fill the void in the superhero turn-based realm. Capes will be soaring onto Switch this May, and while it might not pack in quite as many...

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  • News Balatro Has Officially Sold 1 Million Copies

    That's a lot of Jokers

    The magnificent poker roguelike Balatro has officially sold over 1 million copies since its launch on 20th February, 2024. The news was confirmed via a post from the official X account for Balatro, including a rather lovely little GIF in which a bunch of playing cards spell out the words 'Thanks a Million'. It also promises...

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  • Random It's A Race Against The Clock To Complete Mario Maker's Last Unbeaten Level

    Mamma mia!

    We are now in the final run of Wii U and 3DS online play. Nintendo has confirmed that the consoles' online features and functionality will no longer work from 8th April 2024, and with that will come the end of a lot of game modes. One title that will see some pretty heavy cuts is Super Mario Maker. The end of online play means that all...

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  • Exclusive Construction Simulator 4 Builds A May Release Date On Switch

    Can we fix it?

    Publisher astragon Entertainment has laid the groundwork and is ready to start putting the foundations in for Construction Simulator 4, which will be heading to Switch on 28th May. With a title like that, we're sure that you can imagine what this sim might entail. Would you believe us if we said that there was construction? Well, you...

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  • News 'Tales' Series Artist & Character Designer Mutsumi Inomata Has Passed Away

    Known for her work on Tales of Destiny, Graces, and more

    Manga, anime, and video game artist Mutsumi Inomata — best known for her work on multiple games in the Tales series — has passed away at age 63 (via VGC). The announcement of her passing was shared on her official Twitter earlier today, written by Inomata's younger sister. Tributes have...

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  • Random This Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Mod Lets Link Falcon Punch His Foes

    It's dangerous to go alone, eat this!

    Despite Ocarina of Time's brilliance, there is a boatload of frustrations to find in the polygonal plains of Hyrule. Pesky Kokiri get in your way, paths are barred by gates or tombstones, NPCs watch your every move. You could solve the necessary puzzles to move on, but wouldn't it be easier to, we don't know,...

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  • News Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves Looks Slick As Heck In New Character Trailer

    Launching 2025

    It's been a long time coming, but the Fatal Fury franchise is officially back with Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, a new fighting game from SNK that will be launching early 2025. There's no word on target platforms for the game yet, and truth be told, we personally think it's a possibility that it might skip the Switch entirely for...

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  • Random New Zealand Celebrates Its Games Industry With Awesome Stamps

    First class

    With the games industry rife with layoffs and studio closures in recent months, it's nice to come across something that actually celebrates our wonderful medium. Over in New Zealand, NZ Post has tipped its cap to the country's burgeoning game developers with a selection of stamps and collectibles. The games in question here are Dredge,...

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Sunday17th Mar 2024

  • Guide Best Nintendo Switch Strategy Games

    The best RTS, 4X, strategy and tactics games on Switch

    Updated with Unicorn Overlord. Enjoy! Strategy and tactics games by their very nature require deep thought and careful consideration, and many gamers these days often find it hard to embark on epic multi-hour campaigns in a single sitting. Planning a multi-turn offensive in a 4X game like...

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  • News More Princess Peach: Showtime! Launch Goodies Revealed (US)

    Score a free themed cup at Target

    Princess Peach: Showtime! is almost here and ahead of this Switch release, Target in the US has revealed it will be offering Nintendo fans a free cup when they pick up the game in stores. This isn't just any cup though - it's a 'Showtime' themed one featuring a Peach graphic like the game's box art. To reiterate,...

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  • News Super Mario Run Receives A New Update (Version 3.2.0), Here's What's Included

    Download it now

    Nintendo's 2016 mobile runner Super Mario Run got some surprise updates last year, and it looks like patches are set to continue in 2024 with the latest one (Version 3.2.0) now available. This one apparently adds features for an event and addresses various bug fixes. Here's the rundown: Super Mario Run update version 3.2.0 patch...

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  • Mailbox Layoffs, Hot Takes, Delayed Gratification - Nintendo Life Letters

    Issue #10 - March 2024

    Welcome back as we rifle, once again, through the Nintendo Life Mailbox. It's March, and around these parts we're wading through a deluge of fantastic games (and the weekly eShop cack) while we await Princess Peach's upcoming solo Switch performance with great anticipation. Let's put our Switches down for a moment, though, as...

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  • News Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons Getting Free DLC Update In April

    Online co-op, new modes, characters & more

    The 2023 beat 'em up Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons will be getting a free DLC pack next month. Maximum Entertainment has announced this Double Dragon title will receive the free "Sacred Reunion" DLC on 4th April 2024. This will add "new modes, characters, online co-op, and more" across all...

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    • Updates
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  • Poll Box Art Brawl - Duel: Mario Golf (GBC)

    Tee time

    We're teeing off another edition of Box Art Brawl! Before we do so, however, let's take a look at what happened on the last hole. It was a par three as we matched up a trio of covers for Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time. Unfortunately, some strong winds seemed to blow things firmly in the favour of North America, whose bright cover took...

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  • News Planet Of Lana Brings Off-Earth Odyssey To Switch Next Month

    With a rousing soundtrack from Takeshi Furukawa

    During Nintendo's Indie World Showcase last November, publisher Thunderful and indie developer Wishfully announced they would be bringing the cinematic puzzle adventure Planet of Lana to the Nintendo Switch this Spring. In an update this week, it's now been confirmed the title will be released for...

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Saturday16th Mar 2024

  • News More Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo Are Getting Restocked

    Arriving next month

    If you're planning to collect the full line of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo now that the final figure (Sora from Kingdom Hearts) has been released, you might actually have a chance of completing this goal with ongoing restocks in recent weeks. As highlighted by Comicbook.com, amiibo hunters in North America wi

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  • Talking Point What's Your Personal Favourite Super Mario Game?

    Not the best

    MAR10 Day might be over, but hear us out-- Nintendo said that every day is MAR10 day with Nintendo Switch. So we're going to take that statement to heart and talk about our favourite Mario games. Yep, not the best, not the worst, but our personal favourites. And no, they don't have to be on Switch. Everyone has a different favourite...

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  • Gallery You Lovely People Have Been Photoshopping Our Video Producer Into Games

    Here are some of our favourites

    Did you know that we have a Nintendo Life Discord server? Well, you do now! It's a wonderful place full of video game chatter, Nintendo chatter, Photoshopping our video producer into iconic games chatter — wait, what? Yes, the Nintendo Life Discord recently came together with one goal, to edit a particularly...

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  • News Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Physical Switch Edition Delayed

    "In Americas & EMEA"

    If you were hoping to pick up a local physical copy of the upcoming release Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes on the Switch, you might have to wait a little longer. In an official update from 505 Games, it was revealed the hard copy for Switch has been delayed in the "Americas & EMEA", with all backers to receive a digital...

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  • Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (16th March)

    Seeing an X

    Today we ask the age-old question... Will it corndog? Wait, no... What are you playing this weekend?! Before we take a look at the staff picks this week, let's take a look at what's been going on the last few days or so. First up, we got word that The Pokémon Company has set up a new subsidiary called 'Pokémon Works', but no one knows...

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    • What Are You Playing
  • News Build-A-Bear's New Pokémon Plush Is Bidoof!

    Available in select regions today

    The Build-A-Bear Pokémon plush range has had all sorts of familiar faces added to the line-up so far, but one missing is the lovable Bidoof. As of today, trainers in select locations can now order a Bidoof through Build-A-Bear's store. The plush is available by itself for $36.00 USD or you can get the bundle for...

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Friday15th Mar 2024

  • News Save Up To 70% On Square Enix Titles In The Publisher's Latest Switch eShop Sale

    Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts, and more

    We love a good Switch eShop sale, and Square Enix has a pretty solid one on offer right now for both Europe and North America (and likely in other major regions, too). There are some really decent games on offer here, including the likes of Tactics Ogre: Reborn, the criminally underrated PARANORMASIGHT: The...

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  • Review The Legend Of Legacy HD Remastered (Switch) - A Decent Return For The 3DS Dungeon-Crawler

    Not quite legendary, though

    A few years ago, FuRyu released The Alliance Alive HD Remastered for Switch—an uprezzed port of a great RPG that was sadly missed by most due to releasing on the 3DS after most players had already moved on to Switch. Yet The Alliance Alive was not the company’s first release on Nintendo’s old handheld; that honor...

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  • News Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection Dev Shares Update On Launch Issues

    "We experienced critical errors with our network infrastructure"

    Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection arrived this week and as you may have seen, the launch has been troubled with all sorts of online issues. Developer Aspyr has now released an official statement via its forums, explaining how its network infrastructure has experienced...

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  • News Surprise! Switch Online's Battle Royale Tetris 99 Just Got A New Update

    The previous one was delivered in April 2022

    Although the Switch Online battle royale Tetris 99 is still receiving regular events, it hasn't actually received a new game update since 2022. That's all changed this week though with the arrival of Version 2.4.0. There's not much to go off, but Nintendo is apparently still making changes to improve the...

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  • Hands On 'Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes' Is 'Suikoden' In All But Name

    It's destiny

    If you’ve ever played a Suikoden game, it’s hard not to tear up at the opening sequence of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. It’s particularly hard watching this following the passing of series creator and the director of this spiritual successor Yoshitaka Murayama at the age of 55. Character montages, a swelling orchestra,...

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  • Video Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Kingdom Come Deliverance On Switch

    So it begins

    The Switch is home to a boatload of ambitious ports and today another is joining the ranks. Kingdom Come Deliverance wasn't in the best state when it launched on Xbox One and PS4 back in 2018, but there was still much to like. The question is, would the Switch see the same fate? To answer that (from a technical standpoint, at least)...

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  • News Metroid For NES Could Be Inducted Into The Video Game Hall Of Fame

    Other nominees include games like SimCity & Tony Hawk's Pro Skater

    The Strong Museum has officially revealed its 'World Video Game Hall of Fame' finalists for 2024 and once again there's some Nintendo representation. The NES/Famicom title Metroid - starring Samus Aran - is featured as a nominee this year alongside an all-star cast made up of...

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  • Video Solid Snake Himself Dives Into A Brief History Of Metal Gear Solid

    Well, it's an elaborate ad

    Konami's Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 wasn't exactly met with universal acclaim from fans of the franchise (though we thought it was mostly "pretty good"), but that's not stopping the publisher from promoting the collection at every opportunity. The latest video is a rather elaborate advertisement in which...

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  • News Valorant Datamine Supposedly Uncovers References To Nintendo Switch

    And crossplay, too

    A recent datamine of Riot Games' popular free-to-play shooter Valorant has supposedly revealed references to Switch. It's led to speculation a Nintendo version of the game could be in the works. Some other theories suggest it might just be specific controller support for the game. Additionally, there are crossplay references in...

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  • News Reservations For London's Pop-Up Pokémon Center Are Now Available

    But it's rough out there

    London is once again being treated to a pop-up Pokémon Center at this year's 2024 Europe International Championships and you can now reserve a slot to check out some of the merch on offer. The store will be open throughout the event at ExCeL London from 4th-7th April and promises to have "International...

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  • News Fashion Dreamer Releases Its Fourth Major Content Update On Switch

    The free "Wonderland Fair Update" is now available

    Update [Fri 15th Mar, 2024 01:00 GMT]: Nintendo has now uploaded an English trailer highlighting this new "Wonderland Fair Update" for Fashion Dreamer. Once again, this is the fourth major update for the game (Version 1.4.0) and comes packed with new specialty items, 64 new patterns as well as over...

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  • Guide Summer Game Fest Conference Schedule 2024: Dates, How To Watch, Everything You Need To Know

    Another round

    It really feels like Summer Game Fest 2023 has only just ended, yet here we are gearing up for another look at what Geoff Keighley has up his sleeves for Summer Game Fest 2024. The opening showcase for the upcoming event has just been confirmed, so that means it's time for us to start compiling a handy guide for you fine readers so...

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Thursday14th Mar 2024

  • Guide Where To Buy Nintendo Switch OLED Model - Best Deals And Cheapest Prices

    The best Nintendo Switch money can buy

    Hoping to find the best Nintendo Switch console deals? Looking for the best prices and discounts on Nintendo Switch OLED? Then this is the guide for you! Below, we've been busy rounding up the best offers available for Nintendo's top-of-the-line Switch console, the OLED Model. There are a variety of colours...

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  • Random Pokémon Fans Reckon They've Spotted A Legends: Z-A Teaser In Scarlet & Violet

    A sign of the times

    The Pokémon Company is no stranger to leaving hints about what's to come in their games. Normally, these are only noticed in retrospect and, as it turns out, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet appear to contain a nod towards the company's next title, Legends: Z-A (thanks, Eurogamer). The tease in question was initially flagged on the...

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  • Video We've Played Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection - Here's 10 Minutes Of Switch Gameplay

    You were the chosen one!

    After being announced at the February 2024 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, we were eager to see how the Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection would run on Switch. These are two 20-year-old games, after all, surely they can't be too bad? Weeeell, let's see. Today's the day that the Classic Collection has force-jumped...

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  • News Crypt Of The NecroDancer Returns From The Dead With "Huge New DLC"

    Update: Synchrony is now available on the Switch

    Update [Thu 14th Mar, 2024 06:00 GMT]: Here's your reminder that the Synchrony DLC for Crypt of the NecroDancer is now available on Nintendo Switch. This also includes the free Version 4.0.0 update, which comes with some quality-of-life changes and more. Original article [Thu 7th Mar, 2024 00:25...

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  • News 'Moonglow Bay' Looks Delightfully Cosy, And Launches On Switch Next Month

    Reel 'em in

    Ready for some good ol' relaxation? Well good news, because it looks like Coatsink's upcoming Moonglow Bay has it in spades. Launching on the Switch on 11th April, 2024, the game looks like a cosy amalgamation of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Dredge, and The Touryst, The game is basically about fishing: you'll be taking to the oceans...

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  • News Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection's Next Update Comes To Switch "Late March"

    Here's what you can expect from Version 1.5.0

    Konami has today rolled out a new update for Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1, but the catch is it's not actually available on the Switch yet. When it does arrive on Nintendo's hybrid system and other console platforms, this will bump the game up to Version 1.5.0. The current plan is to...

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  • Japanese Charts Unicorn Overlord Dominates In Its Debut Week

    Lord of the charts

    We're back with another look at the latest Japanese charts from Famitsu (via Gematsu) and once again, the ranking is overpowered by a new RPG. Yes, after enjoying a week in the spotlight last time, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has made way for Vanillaware's Unicorn Overlord which tops this week's chart on Switch, lands in third on...

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  • Soapbox As Splatoon's Online Wraps Up Nearly 9 Years On, How Does It Compare To Splatoon 3?

    Dye hard

    Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they've been chewing over. Today, as its online days draw to a close, Nile bids farewell to Splatoon on Wii U, a shining proof of concept... On 8th April 2024, Nintendo will be

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  • Deals Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door - £10 Off In UK, Paper Plane Pre-Order Bonus

    Best deals and cheapest prices!

    Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door arrives on Nintendo Switch on 23rd May 2024 and pre-orders are now appearing at a variety of retailers. You'll find all available options a little further down the page (including UK, US, Canada, and Japanese box-art editions), but we thought it worth highlighting a couple of...

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  • News Embracer Group Sells Saber Interactive For A Cool $247 Million

    Group discontinues all operations in Russia

    Embracer Group has announced to investors that it has sold Saber Interactive for a total of $247 million to a company called Beacon Interactive, which is under the control of Saber's co-founder Matthew Karch. As part of the sale, Saber will retain the following studios: Nimble Giant, DIGIC, Fractured...

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  • News El Shaddai: Ascension Of The Metatron HD Remaster Finally Lands On Switch Next Month

    Enoch at the door

    Publisher and developer Crim has announced that the cult classic action game El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron HD Remaster will finally be making its way over to Switch on 28th April. Originally announced for Switch back in 2022, El Shaddai will see you embarking on a quest of biblical proportions. In it, you will play as En

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  • Guide Where To Pre-Order Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD On Switch

    Best deals and pre-order bonuses!

    Luigi's Mansion 2 HD arrives on Nintendo Switch on 27th June 2024. If you're hoping to find the best deals, cheapest prices, and info on any special edition releases for the game, you're definitely in the right place. Below, we're keeping track of all retail options for you, including the recently revealed Mighty...

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  • Video Don't Be Fooled Into Buying Fake SD Cards For Your Switch

    Corruption is at hand

    With so many incredible games now available on the Switch, it's natural that you might be in the market for a micro SD card to boost your storage capacity beyond the measly 64GB afforded by the Switch OLED (or 32 GB if you're using an OG model). What our lovely video producer Alex has demonstrated, however, is that not all SD...

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  • Nintendo Download 14th March (North America)

    Kingdom Come! Power of Ten! Rebel Transmute!

    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: STAR WARS: Battlefront Classic...

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  • News Sink Your Teeth Into Nintendo Switch Online's Next Free Game Trial Today (Europe)

    Bat!

    Europe's next Nintendo Switch Online free Game Trial kicks off today and it is none other than Poncle's devilishly addictive roguelike, Vampire Survivors. From today (14th March) until 23rd March, you can get into as much of the monster-hunting mayhem as you would like, for free! That is, as long as you have a Nintendo Switch Online...

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  • News LEGO 2K Drive Adds New Content, Features, And Bug Fixes In Update 5

    Racing ahead

    Since its debut in May last year, LEGO 2K Drive has continued to receive multiple game updates. The latest one (Update 5) comes with new content, features and bug fixes. This includes the Stargaze Summit Expansion, new special fairs, goal-karts: hockey, a time trial mode and multiple other additional improvements. Here's the rundown...

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  • News Lawn Mowing Simulator Starts Its Engines On Switch Today

    How low can you mow?

    You've ploughed fields on Switch, you've power washed cars on Switch, and now, you can mow lawns on Switch. Yes, the latest in a line of 'I didn't know I needed that' sims is here as Lawn Mowing Simulator (and its 'Landmark Edition' deluxe version) trims its way to Switch today. You don't really need us to tell you what Lawn...

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  • News Switch Online's 'Missions & Rewards' Sees The Return Of Splatoon 3 Icons

    A new wave is available

    Last week alongside some Mother 3 icons (exclusive to Japan), Nintendo revived a batch of Splatoon 3 icons globally. Now, in a new update, a another wave of these icons has returned. This has been highlighted by 'NSO Icons Alerts' on social media once again. The latest wave features cartoon-like designs of Inklings,...

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    • Splatoon
    • Nintendo

Wednesday13th Mar 2024

  • Guide Where To Buy Nintendo Switch eShop Credit, Gift Cards And Online Membership

    Save money with discounted credit

    With so many fantastic games launching on the Nintendo Switch eShop every week, having quick and easy access to eShop funds is becoming a must. If you're unable to connect your credit card to your account, or would rather avoid doing so for safety reasons, topping up your balance with eShop credit is a perfect way...

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  • Review Mario Tennis (GBC) - Camelot's Ace Little Tennis RPG Is Hard To Fault

    Courts of appeal

    This review originally went live in 2014, and we're updating and republishing it to celebrate the game's arrival in Switch's Game Boy (Color) library via Nintendo Switch Online. For whatever its name is worth, Mario Tennis doesn’t feature a lot of the red guy — at least at first. That may come as an initial disappointment to...

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  • News Capcom Shares Results Of The Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary 'Top Monster' Poll

    And the winner is...

    Hot off the back of revealing that Monster Hunter Stories will be coming to Switch this June, Capcom was keeping up with the Monster Hunter 20th anniversary celebrations as it finally shared the results of the fan-favourite 'Top Monster' poll which we first heard about last year. This one put all 229 monsters in the series...

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  • News Red Dead Redemption Gets An Update On Switch, Here Are The Patch Notes

    So stable

    Rockstar Games has announced that Red Dead Redemption has been updated on the Switch. Don't get too excited and get into any bar fights, mind, because it's somewhat of a minor and, dare we say, slightly boring update. Still, we'll take what we can get, right? Posted on Rockstar's support page, the update performs the following: A Terms...

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  • News Minecraft's Latest Update Is Now Live, Here Are The Patch Notes

    Update now

    Minecraft has released a brand new update which introduces several changes, fixes and even some experimental features. Some of the highlights include Wolves now having double the amount of health and the experimental upcoming features including the Bogged, Wind Charge, and Vault. Here's the full rundown via the official feedback page:...

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  • News My Nintendo Store Reveals Luigi's Mansion 2 HD Pre-Order Bonus & Bundles (UK)

    The Boo'd, the Gadd and the Ugly

    This year's MAR10 Day brought us the news that Luigi's Mansion 2 HD would be spooking its way onto Switch on 27th June, so we knew it was only going to be a matter of time before the pre-order bonuses started popping up. My Nintendo Store UK has been the first to showcase its goodies today and boy are there some...

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  • News Macross: Shooting Insight Is Bringing Slick Shmup Action To The West This Year

    Prepare for liftoff

    Red Art Games has today announced that it is bringing the 'multi-dimensional shooter' Macross: Shooting Insight to Western Switches in both physical and digital forms later this year. The game was previously announced for Japan only (where it is set to release tomorrow, 14th March), and while today's announcement did not come...

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  • Review Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story (Switch) - A Dazzling Trip Into A (Gold) Master's Mind

    Yak in time

    With its efforts on Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration and The Making of Karateka, developer Digital Eclipse is cementing itself as a true pioneer in the interactive documentary space. Truth be told, it’s a niche that the studio completely owns at this point, and though we’re surprised other major players in the video game...

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  • Feature "The Odds Seemed Just Astronomical" - Reviving Lost Media With Shantae Advance

    "Decisions made by younger me created a ton of headaches for modern me"

    It's not often that a developer gets to revisit a chapter of their past and pick up where they left off on a project two decades prior, but the revival of Shantae Advance in the form of Risky Revolution has given WayForward creative director Matt Bozon just that opportunity...

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  • News Rejoice! Sea Of Stars Is Getting 3-Player Couch Co-Op

    RPG surpasses 5 million players

    Sabotage Studio has announced that its hit RPG Sea of Stars has now surpassed 5 million players worldwide since its launch on 29th August, 2023. To celebrate, it has teased a new 3 player couch co-op mode officially dubbed 'Single Player+'. While the short video above just demonstrates basic traversal for the time...

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  • News Monster Hunter Stories Physical Collection Includes A Download Code (US)

    The first game is on the card, the second game is digital

    Alongside the release date announcement for Monster Hunter Stories, Capcom revealed a "special set" containing the original game and sequel. Its official website also confirmed this "collection" would be getting a physical release in the US. Now, in a new update, a GameStop listing featuring...

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  • News Penny's Big Breakaway On Switch Is Getting A Frame Rate Update

    At launch it was capped at 30FPS

    Evening Star's new 3D platformer Penny's Big Breakaway got off to a solid start when it arrived last month, but notably was capped at 30FPS. Fortunately, this is set to change in the next update, with developer Christian Whitehead confirming the upcoming console update will unlock the Switch frame rate. This will...

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  • News New Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Update Finally Makes Keys Easier To Spot

    Visibility is key

    We had a great time with Tomb Raider I-III Remastered when it landed on Switch last month. Sure, some sections of the original trilogy are showing their age a little today, but for the most part, these were the same old adventures that we came to love in the late '90s with a tasty boost in the visual department. These visual...

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  • News Yay! Pentiment's Home Menu Icon On Switch Has Now Been Updated

    Patch 1.3 is available now

    The Xbox and Obsidian title Pentiment was recently updated for all platforms and it seems the Switch version has had an icon change. It was originally a giant portrait of the title's protagonist. This icon didn't really look the part alongside other eShop icons, so the developer has now updated it to the default Pentiment...

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  • News Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown Post-Launch Roadmap Details Future Updates And DLC

    All coming in 2024

    Just when we thought we were out, they pull us back in! Ubisoft has today revealed a first look at the Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown post-launch roadmap, which lays out three free content updates and a new story DLC, all coming our way in 2024. The first of these content updates, 'Warrior's Path' will arrive next week on 20th...

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  • News Summer Game Fest 2024 Gets A Date For Its Opening Live Showcase

    Mark your calendars

    Get ready folks, because Summer Game Fest is once again upon us, and we've now got a date for the opening live showcase. Not deviating too much from last year, the big event will commence on 7th June, 2024 live from the YouTube Theatre in Los Angeles at 2pm PT / 5pm ET / 9pm GMT / 7am AET (8th June). Public tickets for the...

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  • News Pretty Puzzler 'Paper Trail' Brings A Fully Foldable Adventure To Switch This May

    Titled crease game

    After being revealed last year, publisher Newfangled Games has today announced that the gorgeous foldable puzzler Paper Trail is making its way onto Switch on 21st May. This one comes from the creator of 2019's inventive little indie Hue, and it looks like a similar originality has been applied here. In Paper Trail, you play as...

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Tuesday12th Mar 2024

  • Guide Every Nintendo Switch Online Game Boy (Color) Game Ranked

    All the GB and GBC games, ranked by you

    Updated with Dr. Mario and the excellent sports RPGs, Mario Tennis and Mario Golf. Remember, this list evolves as users rate the games within, so head to the game profiles and rate them out of 10 if you'd like to see the rankings below alter. Enjoy! Game Boy and Game Boy Color titles first arrived on...

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  • News New Mario Movie Concept Art Shows Princess Daisy In Action

    What could have been

    We know that another Super Mario Bros. Movie is on the way (Nintendo confirmed it's coming in 2026, no less), but that doesn't mean that we are quite done talking about its predecessor just yet. In fact, there's something new to look at. Jed Diffenderfer worked as a story developer and artist on the 2023 Illumination/Nintendo...

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  • News The Pokémon Company Sets Up A New Subsidiary Called 'Pokémon Works'

    Though its purpose is unknown

    The Pokémon Company has seemingly set up a new subsidiary in Japan called 'Pokémon Works' after the company was registered on 4th March, 2024. As spotted by Serebii's Joe Merrick, the exact purpose of the subsidiary is unknown at this time, though it appears as though its location is in the same building as ILCA, the...

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  • News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Game Boy & GBC Library With Three More Mario Titles

    Update: Available today

    Update [Tue 12th Mar, 2024 01:45 GMT]: These three Game Boy titles have now been added to the Switch Online service. To play these games you will need to have an active subscription. Original article [Sun 10th Mar, 2024 13:45 GMT]: Nintendo has held a special 'MAR10 Day 2024' broadcast containing all sorts of...

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  • News Creators Of New Switch Emulator 'Suyu' Hope To Avoid Nintendo's Wrath

    "Suyu currently exists in a legal gray area"

    Earlier this month, the Switch emulator Yuzu was shut down in response to a legal push from Nintendo. It wasn't all that surprising given the Big-N's historic protection of its properties and disapproval of unsanctioned emulation, and equally unsurprising is that a new Switch emulator is already stepping...

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  • News Contra: Operation Galuga "Full-Version Patch Update" Announced For Switch

    Day one for other platforms, ASAP for Switch

    Contra: Operation Galuga is out on the Nintendo Switch today and as part of this, there will be a patch update released in response to demo feedback. While other versions of this update are locked in for 12th March, for the Switch version, this update will be applied "as soon as preparations have...

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  • Review LEGO Animal Crossing - Kapp’n’s Island Boat Tour - Is It Any Good?

    Aye, Kapp'n

    The five Animal Crossing-themed Lego sets which launched on 1st March 2024 bring a selection of Animal Crossing: New Horizons characters to life in minifigure form. They range in price from $15 to $75: Julian's Birthday Party is the most affordable, while Nook's Cranny and Rosie's House

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  • News Monster Hunter Stories Soars Onto Switch This June, Physical Release Confirmed

    The 3DS title returns

    Update [Wed 13th Mar, 2024 01:45 GMT]: The physical collection (confirmed for the US) will contain the first title on the game card and includes a download voucher for the second game. It seems there may also be standalone physical copies of the first game in select regions. You can learn more in the latest article:...

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  • News Stardew Valley Creator Teases Fruit Tree Change Coming To Version 1.6

    Launching in the near future on consoles

    Last month, the Stardew Valley creator Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone finally locked in a release date for Version 1.6, confirming it would be arriving on 19th March 2024 on PC. It will follow "as soon as possible" on console and mobile devices. Now, to fill the time between now and then, he's shared an...

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  • News Pokémon Executives On Anime Return Of Ash And Pikachu: "Anything Is Possible"

    However, the focus right now is on "the new story"

    Although the Pokémon anime said goodbye to Ash and Pikachu, it seems there's still a chance the famous duo could return. Speaking to Variety, The Pokémon Company International executives Andy Gose and Taito Okiura are still open to Ash potentially reappearing and "anything is possible", but for...

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  • News My Little Pony Returns In A New Open-World Adventure On Switch

    Launching May

    My Little Pony is back with another open-world adventure from publisher Outright Games and developer Drakhar Studios called My Little Pony: A Zephyr Heights Mystery, and it's launching on the Switch on 17th May, 2024. Taking place on the cloud city of Zephyr Heights, you'll take control of one of the 'Mane Six' characters (Sunny,...

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  • Talking Point What Do You Want To See From The Next Super Mario Bros. Movie?

    A certain 'je ne sais qWAHH'?

    In perhaps the least shocking news of MAR10 Day 2024, Nintendo revealed that another Super Mario Bros. Movie is on the way and it's coming in 2026. A sequel should come as no surprise, let's not forget that the first film pulled in 168 million views at the global box office and went on to become one of th

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