Rumour New Nintendo Direct Airing Later Today
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News - August, 2018
Friday31st Aug 2018
Rumour Switch Firmware Update 6.0.0 Is Imminent, Dataminers Uncover The Details
In time for the Online Service?
September is just around the corner and, unless you've somehow managed to miss the news, this means that we're about to see Nintendo's brand new paid-for online service kick into action. The service will be launching in the second half of the month, and you'd imagine that the console would need a pretty substantial...
Review Hyper Light Drifter: Special Edition (Switch eShop)
A modern classic, updated
Two years on from its original release, Hyper Light Drifter might not feel quite as unique in both its art style and the relentless difficulty of its combat - especially in the company of Dead Cells and so many other pixel art indies - but that doesn’t mean this acclaimed hack ‘n’ slash odyssey has lost any of its...
A fresh lick of paint
de Blob 2 is not only the second game of its series, but also the second port of the franchise to arrive on Switch; de Blob – the predecessor – made its way to Nintendo’s latest console just a couple of months ago. The first Switch port brought the original 2008 Wii game to a brand new audience with a shiny lick of...
Review Lifeless Planet: Premiere Edition (Switch eShop)
Lost in space
On its barren surface, Lifeless Planet: Premiere Edition is a difficult game to quantify. Is it a sandbox exploration title? A walking simulator? A puzzle-platformer? A sci-fi adventure with a splash of horror? In truth, it’s an amalgamation of all these things, but it only ever dips its toes into these creative sources and ends...
News Nicalis Teases Ikaruga Physical Release With World's Largest Nintendo Switch Case
Not exactly subtle
Nicalis has made a name for itself in recent times publishing an array of physical titles on the Switch and also handling the release of Treasure's sublime shmup Ikaruga on the eShop. Teasing its attendance at PAX West 2018, the American publisher recently tweeted a photo of a gigantic game case with Ikaruga plastered...
News Rainway App Is Apparently Still In Development For Nintendo Switch
Despite its controversial marketing
Despite the controversy surrounding its initial marketing campaign, Rainway - an application which allows you to stream HD gameplay from your PC to a supported platform's web browser - is apparently still in the works for Nintendo's console. We first heard about Rainway back in April 2017, just after the...
News Japan's Latest Zelda Merch Range Includes A Master Sword Shoehorn And Purple Curry
For the more dedicated fan
Today we bring you yet another episode of 'Japan gets all the coolest stuff', as the latest batch of The Legend of Zelda merchandise hitting the region has just been revealed. The products come from Bandai Spirits and are all included in a lottery-style setup across 7-Eleven, Ito-Yokado, and GEO stores all across the...
News Switch Retail Game Sales In Japan Surpass Lifetime Wii U Retail Sales In 18 Months
Digital sales also dominating
Given the success of the Nintendo Switch right now, it's no surprise it continues to break existing sales records. According to Game Data Library, Switch retail game sales in Japan have already smashed lifetime Wii U retail game sales within the country. Compared to the five years it took the Wii U to reach...
News Devolver Digital Teases Gato Roboto, A 'CatMechtroidvania' Headed To Switch
Meow
Now there's an image that instantly gets our attention. Devolver Digital has shared a teaser trailer for Gato Roboto, an upcoming game which has been described as a 'CatMechtroidvania'. The trailer arrives with absolutely no additional information, other than the fact that it will be releasing on Switch and PC in 2019 and has been made by...
News La-Mulana 2 Confirmed For Nintendo Switch Release Next Year
Whip-crackin' news
The original La-Mulana was a true cult classic, and made quite an impression on Wii. If you enjoyed its brutal but rewarding 2D platforming action, then you'll be pleased to learn that its sequel has just been confirmed for release on the Switch. The good news about La-Mulana 2 came at the PAX event; console editions...
News Hollow Knight Developers Don't Mind If You Miss Secrets In Their Game
Makes it more special for others
With the third and final Hollow Knight content pack - Godmaster - now available, Team Cherry recently spoke about the game's development process on the Kotaku Splitscreen podcast. One of the more interesting topics discussed was regarding the secrets and hidden areas within the game. Team Cherry's Ari...
News Bloober Team's Cyberpunk Horror Observer Will Soon Be Scaring A Switch Near You
From the creators of Layers of Fear: Legacy
Bloober Team, the studio behind psychological horror Layers of Fear: Legacy, has announced that its cyberpunk horror outing Observer (or '>observer_', as it's actually stylised) is making its way to Nintendo Switch. Ominously described as a "horror game designed to disturb you", Observer takes place in...
Random Talented Individual Finishes Super Mario 64 With Nintendo 64 Mouse
Crazy as well
If you're not familiar with the Nintendo 64 mouse, after this video you certainly will be. YouTube channel Critbox has managed to complete Super Mario 64 - collecting 70 stars and defeating Bowser - using this rare and official peripheral. Exclusive to Japan, the old-school ball mouse was bundled with the 1999 Nintendo...
Competition Win A Copy Of Phantaruk For Nintendo Switch
Spooky stuff, for free!
We're back with another code give away in partnership with Forever Entertainment, this time it's for Phantaruk for Nintendo Switch. This time we have 10 European download codes and 10 North American download codes. Don't be scared though, to be in with a chance of winning just answer the question below.
Video Upcoming Switch Racer V-Rally 4's Drifting Mode Will Test Your Skills To The Max
All about skill and precision
Bigben and Kylotonn Racing Games have released yet another trailer for the upcoming Switch racer V-Rally 4, this time showing off the final mode (or 'discipline') we can expect to see in the game. 'Extreme-Khana' is said to be the "most demanding and spectacular discipline" in the game. Drivers must...
Random Have $22,000? Then Why Not Treat Yourself To This Solid Gold Mega Man Statue
Wowzers
Capcom is releasing a solid gold Mega Man statue that would look great on any collector's shelf. The catch? It costs nearly $22,000. To celebrate the character's 30th anniversary - which actually took place in December last year - this statue has now been put up online for pre-order. It measures in at approximately 100mm (which is just...
News Nintendo Shares August Switch eShop Highlights Reel To Showcase Top Indie Hits
Any take your fancy?
August has been a pretty stellar month for eShop releases, and Nintendo has shared another highlights video to plonk some of the best ones right before your very eyes. We get quick glimpses of Dead Cells, Overcooked 2, Prison Architect: Nintendo Switch Edition, Minit
Video Devolver Digital Celebrates The Launch Of The Messenger With Short Live Action Film
'Shinobi No Kikan'
Yesterday saw the release of The Messenger, an "epic ninja adventure" that has been received exceptionally well by players and critics alike almost immediately. To celebrate, a short film has been released featuring all the live action ninja fighting you could possibly hope for. Titled Shinobi No Kikan, this film was...
Video New Clip For Nintendo Labo Vehicle Kit Reveals Multiplayer Mode
Cardboard fun with friends
Following a brief look at the Vehicle Kit in July, a new in-depth video for the latest Labo pack has now been released showing every vehicle in action, the game world and also the various multiplayer modes on offer. Below are descriptions of each segment from the video: A closer look at
Video Party Like Crazy With The Fun Mini Games In Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun!
"One party you just can’t beat"
The Nintendo of America YouTube account has uploaded a new trailer promoting the upcoming release of Bandai Namco's Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun!. As previously noted, the game aims to replicate the Japanese arcade experience with an actual drum set peripheral. Being a release on the Switch, the soundtrack...
Thursday30th Aug 2018
Monster Tracker
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate, like every Monster Hunter before it, is all about, well, hunting monsters. You head out into the beautiful world, hit massive monsters with bigger swords, carve them up into parts, and craft yourself some nice new gear. Then, you do it all over again until there are no monsters left to beat...
Review Realpolitiks (Switch eShop)
Diplomatic impunity
If the recent successes of Element and Bad North have taught us anything, it’s that the deep mechanical function of strategy games doesn't often work well when ported wholesale to a new platform. When you’re porting such a title, you really need to keep in mind the technical restraints of a console - and especially the...
Review Little Dragons Café (Switch)
Lovable Characters, lengthy Load Times
For some time now, the Nintendo Switch has been sorely lacking in the life simulation game department. Of course, there’s Stardew Valley – easily one of the greatest titles to grace the console – but the obvious absence of instalments in the “relaxation” genre has left many fans feeling disenchanted...
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Agnaktor: Also known as fire-pike wyverns, Agnaktor use their tough beaks and great strength to burrow effortlessy through rock, and can even burrow into ceilings. Their hardened-lava armor becomes even harder when cooled forming an almost impenetrable armor. Appearance Carves Drops Capture Break Agnaktor...
News Illegal Game Sharing Site Mocks Nintendo's Recent Legal Actions With Trolling Video
Introduces new retro emulation
If you're a regular reader of these very pages, you may well be aware that Nintendo has been on something of a takedown streak just lately; yesterday we saw that Nintendo of America had enforced the removal of a fan-made Pokémon project, and countless stories of emulation sites seeing a similar fate have been do
News Nintendo Is Launching Brand New Starter Packs For Top Switch Games In North America
Comes with a free strategy guide
Nintendo is set to launch a new series of starter packs for some of the Switch's biggest games next month, giving fans the chance to grab a copy of each game alongside an additional strategy guide. The games in question are The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Splatoon 2, and Super Mario Odyssey. Each pack is...
News Epic Games Responds To Fans' Pleas To Improve Fortnite On Switch With New Patch
Improvements for hitching issues
Yesterday, we reported on the rather troubling performance issues often seen in Fortnite on Switch. With all sorts of problems occurring such as a serious amount of lag and issues with texture loading - and with the game's performance seemingly deteriorating week-on-week - fans banded together online to send a...
News Shovel Knight Is Getting Two DLC Packs, A Physical Edition And amiibo All On The Same Day
Mark your calendars!
Shovel Knight fans, today is your lucky day! Well, actually, the 9th April 2019 is your lucky day, as that date sees the release of almost too many Shovel Knight goodies all at the same time. Buckle your seatbelts. Shovel Knight Showdown, a Super Smash Bros. style brawler which we actually reported on yesterday,...
Review Freedom Planet (Switch eShop)
Gotta go fast!
When producing a work of art as an homage to something that came before, there always exists the danger of the new product doing the job a little too well. It could very well be that the new product perfectly matches its inspiration beat for beat, yet it still feels hollow because it’s missing a soul of its own. Fortunately, Freedom...
News Get Up To 50% Off Top Nintendo Select Titles In North America Right Now
Zelda, Animal Crossing, Kirby and more!
The My Nintendo store in North America is offering a large range of discounts at the moment, with a bunch of games from the Nintendo Selects range on offer for up to 50% off. There are a whopping 15 games available this time around, with several of these being up there amongst the 3DS and Wii U's...
News Pre-Register For Nintendo's Mobile Game Dragalia Lost And Receive A Special Gift
Get a head start
The special Nintendo mobile direct for Dragalia Lost co-developed by Cygames has just concluded. Following yesterday's reveal the mobile service would launch on 27th September in the US, Japan, Hong Kong and Macau, all that was left to do during the live stream was discuss the content within the game. In brief, it's a...
Little monsters
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate, like every Monster Hunter before it, is all about, well, hunting monsters. You head out into the beautiful world, hit massive monsters with bigger swords, carve them up into parts, and craft yourself some nice new gear. Then, you do it all over again until there are no monsters left to beat...
Review The VideoKid (Switch eShop)
Gotta get back in time
You don’t have to have lived through the ‘80s or the ‘90s to enjoy the familiar faces you’ll encounter in the star-filled suburbs of The VideoKid - after all, most people are going to know the Ghostbusters or the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles when they see them - but there’s a palpable thrill to playing a...
News Special Reserve Games Reveals Enter The Gungeon Physical Switch Release
Enter the dungeon, again
Physical Nintendo Switch releases are all the rage right now. As excellent as the eShop version of Enter the Gungeon was, noticeably it never received the hard copy treatment on release. Devolver Digital and the game's developer Dodge Roll look to be finally sorting this out by teaming up with Special Reserve Games. ...
Nintendo Download 30th August (North America)
The Messenger, Into The Breach, The Walking Dead!
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 a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch retail: God Wars: The...
News Looks Like The Minecraft: New Nintendo 2DS Creeper Edition Is Coming To Europe
Along with the much-delayed game?
Releasing Minecraft on a popular but ageing New Nintendo 3DS was something of a masterstroke, but the recent news that Japan was getting a New Nintendo 2DS: Creeper Edition left us scratching our heads; surely a global launch was in order? Well, it seems that this may be happening – at least if Nintendo Russia is...
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Malfestio: A bird wyvern which is most at home in the dark. It catches prey with its wings and talons. Its pivoting neck is characteristic, and it's worth a look to see it turned completely around to look behind itself. Scales in its wings can scatter a pollen that can cause confuse its foes...
Video Get A Closer Look At The Japan-Exclusive Pokémon Lets Go Pikachu And Eevee Steelbook
Inside and out
With Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!'s Switch release drawing ever closer, more and more purchase options are starting to pop up online and at various retailers. One such option, in Japan at least, contains an exclusive steelbook, and we can now feast our eyes on the case in all its glory thanks to a new video...
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Gold Rathian: A rare variant of Rathian with a beautiful golden body reminiscent of the moon. Little is known about their behavior or physiology — including the source of their rich golden sheen. Appearance Carves Drops Capture Break Low: Flame Sac Gold Rathian Scale+ Gold Rathian Carapace Rathian Spike Rath...
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Thunderlord Zinogre: A Zinogre robed in lightning: the King of the Thunder Wolves is a legend. "With one howl, the heavens loose a thousand flashes, and ten thousand peals of thunder. Approach it not, anger it not — for the wrath of the 'Thunderlord' shows no mercy." Requires special permission to hunt...
Nintendo Download 30th August (Europe)
Monster Hunter! de Blob 2! Into the Breach!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail - New Releases: Monster Hunter Generations...
News Octopath Traveler Composer Feels "Relieved" That Fans Enjoy The Game's Soundtrack
"I really wanted to avoid disappointing fans"
Octopath Traveler has been available on Nintendo Switch for around a month and a half now and, for many of us, it has remained very firmly inside the console's cartridge slot ever since. Among the numerous areas of the game that can be praised, one that will no doubt stand out for many is the game's...
Guide How to Transfer Save Data From Monster Hunter Generations 3DS to MHGU Switch
Back in the hunt
If you're a Monster Hunter veteran, you've likely clocked up hundreds of hours of slaying on your 3DS over the years. With the launch of Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate on Switch – and the promise of fancier visuals, better controls, and even more content – the allure will probably be too much for you to get stuck in for a...
News Meet The Nyko Pixelquest, A Nintendo Labo-Like Build-It-Yourself Arcade Cabinet For Switch
DIY fun
Video game accessory maker Nyko is back with a new Nintendo Labo-like arcade cabinet to be used with the Nintendo Switch. We've seen super-portable Switch docks and smartphone-holding Joy-Con grips from Nyko in the past, but this time the manufacturer is really playing Nintendo at its own game, using a foldable, customisable cardboard...
News Bandai Namco Releases Two New Dragon Ball Trailers
Featuring characters and more
Bandai Namco have been revealing quite a lot of Dragon Ball video game content as of late. In the latest reveal, the focus is on both Dragon Ball FighterZ and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. The five-minute trailer above shows Cooler - Frieza's lesser-known brother - in action for the very fi
News Thunderful Reveals Its First Two Games Headed To Switch
Image & Form and Zoink!'s new joint venture
Thunderful, the newly-branded publishing entity which merges Image & Form, Zoink Games, and - more recently - Rising Star Games has announced the first two titles that it will publish. The first of these games is HellFront: Honeymoon, created by Skygoblin. HellF
News Spewart Hat And Suit Added To Super Mario Odyssey
More outfits for Mario
Nintendo continues to add new costumes to Super Mario Odyssey. The latest available is based on another one of the rabbit-like Broodals. This time it’s the Spewart Hat and Spewart Suit. The hat will set you back 1,500 coins, while the suit will cost you 3,000 coins. With this costume now added, all of the Broodal...
Competition Win a copy of Realpolitiks For Switch
Capitalism always wins
To celebrate the launch of Realpolitiks on Nintendo Switch publisher Forever Entertainment has supplied us with 10 codes for North America and 10 codes for Europe. There will be no democracy here though, to be in with a chance of winning you'll need to answer the question below and our RNG systems will do the rest. Good luck!
News Koei Tecmo Worked On The Action Segments In Dragon Quest Builders 2
A helping hand
Yesterday, Square Enix broadcast a special live stream for the upcoming Switch release, Dragon Quest Builders 2. Apart from the announcement the sequel would be arriving in Japan on 20th December, it was also revealed Koei Tecmo helped Square Enix during the development of the sequel. Its primary focus was to enhance the...
Feature This Year's Pokémon World Championships Showcased The Positivity Of The Games Community
Serebii's Joe Merrick gives his on-site report
Since 2004, the Pokémon World Championships have been a place where the best Pokémon players from all over the world have come to see which player is the very best, like no-one ever was. This year, the event took place in the Music City itself: Nashville, Tennessee. This year, to go with the...
News The Escapists: Complete Edition Is Headed To Switch With All DLC And Bonus Maps Included
Making parole later this year
Team17 has announced that The Escapists: Complete Edition will be tunnelling its way to a release on Switch later this year. This new release of the sandbox prison-escape game is set to be the most content-packed version so far, including all the prisons from the base game and nine additional bonus maps - with one...
News Retro-Style Vertical Shoot 'Em Up FullBlast Is Firing Onto Switch Next Week
Pricing now revealed, too
Ratalaika Games has revealed that its upcoming vertical shmup FullBlast will arrive on Switch next week. We heard about this one's imminent arrival just a couple of weeks ago, but now we can finally give you lovely readers a confirmed release date. FullBlast will be available on Switch on 7th September - just a couple of...
Video How to Get Started in Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate
New players, form an orderly queue
As wonderful a series as Monster Hunter is, there's no doubt that it's not something you can just hop into and pick up in five minutes like Super Mario Bros.. It's a very dense and complex affair which aids in its charm, but it can be supremely annoying and imposing for new hunters just starting out, and Monster...
Wednesday29th Aug 2018
Review God Wars: The Complete Legend (Switch)
Strategy? Tactics? Stractics!
As we await next year’s ‘proper’ Fire Emblem entry on Switch, strategy and tactics fans have several alternatives in that nebula of sub-genres to tide them over. Between games like Mercenaries Saga Chronicles, Disgaea 5 Complete and The Banner Saga trilogy (or even Mario + Rabbids
News Cosmic Star Heroine Dev Explains Its "Frustrating" Experience Working With Nintendo
"Fine, we'll play by your rules"
If there's one thing that's been abundantly clear about the Switch ever since its launch back in March 2017, it's that the console and indie games go absolutely hand-in-hand. Each week brings anywhere from ten to twenty (and often even more) games to the system's digital eShop, and game developers everywhere have...
News Shovel Knight's Next DLC Pack Is A Super Smash Bros. Style Multiplayer Brawler
Shovel Knight Showdown
Yacht Club Games has shed more light on Shovel Knight's fourth and final piece of DLC, officially revealing it to be a multiplayer brawler entitled Shovel Knight Showdown. Shovel Knight Showdown will allow players to duel with up to 4 players, all while scrambling after gems as your favourite heroic or villainous knight...
News Nintendo Enforces Takedown Of Fan-Made Game Creator Pokémon Essentials
Eleven years after it first launched
If you've been following our recent stories on Nintendo's battle against piracy, you'll likely be aware that the company recently filed a number of lawsuits against emulation sites, sparking the closure of a major player in the process. Continuing this, and sticking to its reputation of being unashamedly...
News Nintendo Airing Special Mobile Direct Broadcast For New Game Dragalia Lost
Game launches end of September
It appears the upcoming mobile game Dragalia Lost is making its way across to the west, with Nintendo of America announcing an exclusive Mobile Direct Broadcast will air on 29th August at 8:30pm PT / 11:30pm ET, which means 30th August at 4:30am BST / 5:30am CEST. The official PR also reveals...
Random Nintendo Brings Switch Games To Life In This Bonkers Public Promotional Ad
"The two of you are going to milk a cow"
We all know and love Nintendo for its family-friendly image, cheery and colourful games, and the pure fun emanating from its franchises, but all of this is usually enjoyed from the comfort of our own homes. In a new promotional ad for the Switch, however, Nintendo took to the streets to surprise real families...
News Marble It Up Wants To Be The "Roll-Playing Game" Of The Year On Switch
We see what they did there
Bad Habit Productions has announced Marble It Up! for Nintendo Switch, a spiritual successor to the Marble Madness and Marble Blast series. In Marble It Up!, players are tasked with jumping, bouncing, boosting, and rolling their way through 40 levels of moving platforms, icy terrain,...
Review Spectrum (Switch eShop)
Limited palette
Is a platformer still a platformer when you don't actually jump on any platforms? That's just one of the (rather pointless) questions we found ourselves pondering whilst playing Spectrum. It says a fair amount about the general Spectrum experience. For one thing, that question references the fact that this is an odd sort of...
News Survival Horror Game Phantaruk Is Set For A Spooky Release On Switch
Horror mixed with stealth and adventure
Forever Entertainment has revealed that its survival horror game Phantaruk is headed to the Nintendo Switch. The game combines its survival horror with adventure and stealth mechanics, leaving players to fight for their lives as they face the dangers of the Purity-02 spaceship and the toxins continually...
A game of cat and meow-se
The indie boom of recent years has opened the doors for smaller studios to swoop in to the weird and wonderful spaces once occupied by the vibrant but now tragically dormant gems that larger studios were willing to take creative gambles on. Farewell Advance Wars, and hello WarGroove. Sayonara WipeOut, and Konichiwa, FAST...
News Inti Creates Is Bringing Dragon: Marked For Death To Switch eShop On 13th December
One year later
Back in July, Inti Creates released a new trailer for Dragon: Marked for Death to coincide with the announcement the anticipated title was arriving on the Switch eShop this winter. The latest Nindies Summer Showcase presentation has now confirmed the game will be released on 13th December.
News Cult RPG Hit Undertale Arrives In North America And Europe On 18th September
Finally
While there were plenty of new games announced during the 2018 Nindies Summer Showcase, towards the end of the 16-minute video was a showreel locking in several dates for a number of previously revealed eShop titles. Undertale by developer 8-4 was briefly shown, with the confirmation of an 18th September release date for both...
News Tower Defence Meets Action RPG In Hell Warders, Coming To Switch This Fall
Demonic monsters aplenty
PQube Limited and Antigravity Game Studios have announced Hell Warders, a third-person action/tower defence hybrid coming to Switch this fall. In this game, players must rise up as one of the mighty Hell Warders, an ancient order of heroes with unique powers and abilities, all in the hopes of resisting the threat of demon...
Video The Creators Of Ninja Gaiden Play And Share Thoughts On The Messenger
Notice me senpai
Tomorrow sees the release of The Messenger - a side-scrolling action platformer heavily inspired by a whole wave of classic games. As it turns out, the whole thing is a blast to play (check out our review if you missed it), but what do the developers of the game's inspirations think? Well, answering that question is Hideo...
News Hover Commits To September Switch Release With Brand New Trailer
Paying respect to Jet Set Radio
Hover, previously known as Hover: Revolt of Gamers and inspired by Sega's funky Jet Set Radio games, has just been dated for the Switch. The Midgar-developed title will be released on 18th September for $24.99 / €24.99. Hover expands upon JSR's foundations to take the unique rollerblade genre to new heights in...
News Lifeless Planet: Premiere Edition Brings Mysterious Sci-Fi Adventure To Switch Next Week
Is the mission just a hoax?
Indie developer Serenity Forge has confirmed that its first title on Nintendo Switch - Lifeless Planet: Premiere Edition - will be arriving on the console next week. The game is a third-person action-adventure that features an old-school sci-fi story full of mystery and intrigue (the trailer above is fittingly...
News Mineko's Night Market Opens For Business On Nintendo Switch In Early 2019
One for cat lovers
Perhaps one of the most intriguing announcements during the 2018 Nintendo Switch Nindies Summer Showcase was the reveal of Mineko's Night Market by Meowza Games. This is a narrative-driven lifestyle game about a girl named Mineko who has just arrived at her new home on a Japanese-inspired island. The title boasts more than...
News Go On An Anime And Indie-Inspired Adventure In The World Next Door
Out early next year
Rose City Games is bringing The World Next Door to the Nintendo Switch. Announced during the latest Nindies showcase, this story-driven title - influenced by anime and other indie games - is about a "rebellious" teenage girl trapped in a parallel world occupied by magical creatures. Throughout her quest, the young girl...
News Nintendo Launches Free Interactive Labo Workshops for Kids Across The US
Get involved!
Nintendo Labo's cardboard inventions may well be a great way for people of all ages to get hands-on and let their creativity fly, but it would be understandable for parents to have their concerns about splashing the cash on a strange, new concept. Luckily, Nintendo is on hand to let families try out the fun for free in a series of...
News Co-Op Platform Shooter Bullet Age Blasts Onto Switch eShop This November
Blast, dash and slash
Bullet Age is exclusively coming to the Nintendo Switch eShop this November. Following nuclear fallout, you take control of a protagonist named Ash who must protect New Haven by exploring a post-apocalyptic world spanning multiple continents. You'll engage in sword and gun combat, and face plenty of platform challenges...
News Levelhead Allows You To Design, Share and Play Levels, Also Cross-Platform Enabled
Arrives November
Aspiring level designers rejoice, Levelhead is on its way to the Switch. Much like Super Mario Maker on the Wii U and 3DS, Levelhead will include a robust level maker utilising both touch-screen and traditional controls. The game even has similar community sharing options - allowing you to share levels and subscribe to...
News Bushido Brawler Samurai Gunn 2 Ready For An eShop Release Early Next Year
From the co-creator of Hyper Light Drifter
The co-creator of Hyper Light Drifter - Beau Blyth - is bringing Samurai Gunn 2 to the Nintendo Switch eShop in early 2019 with the help of Double Fine Productions. The game is a sequel to the original Bushido brawler featuring an entirely new adventure mode. Players will be able to explore a...
News Treasure Stack Drops Onto Switch eShop This Winter, Includes Cross-Platform Play
Get stacking
Following the announcement of the indie multiplayer smash-hit TowerFall during the 2018 Nindies Summer Showcase was the reveal of Pixel Lakes' Treasure Stack - a title combing unique platform mechanics featuring hookshots and grappling hooks with a traditional block-matching puzzle formula. In this eShop release, you'll...
News Multiplayer Party Brawler King Of The Hat Targeting "Early 2019" Release
Hold onto your hat
The latest Nindie showcase certainly delivered in terms of crazy concepts. One hilarious game in particular announced was King of the Hat by Hyroglyphik Games. The premise is simple - if you lose your hat you die. In this party game, matches are short and action-packed, with the gameplay perfect for local...
News Become Friends With A Bunch Of Cubes This October In The Arcade Game Zarvot
Cutthroat cube action
It wouldn't be a Nindie showcase without a game about a shape going on a grand adventure. This is exactly what Zarvot is about. Developed by SnowHydra Games, Zarvot is described as a charming arcade game. Here's the full description: Charcoal and Mustard are the stars of this charming arcade game about friendship among...
Tuesday28th Aug 2018
Review Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate (Switch)
Let the hunt begin, again!
Everything changed for Capcom’s Monster Hunter series in January 2018, which saw the successful release of Monster Hunter: World on the PlayStation 4. Not only did the series change platforms from Nintendo’s family to that of Sony’s (a reversal of the situation that took place only a few years beforehand, when it...
Exclusive Here's What King K. Rool's Creator Thinks Of His Appearance In Smash Bros. Ultimate
"I couldn’t have done a better job myself!"
Nintendo stunned everyone when it revealed that Donkey Kong Country villain King K. Rool would be part of the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate roster, but it might come as a surprise to learn that the man who created this iconic baddie was just as shocked as the rest of the world. Former Rare designer Steve...
Guide Getting Started With Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate on Nintendo Switch
Hunt a Monster
Getting started with a Monster Hunter can be a pretty daunting experience, even for the most hardened of gamers. You're just sort of plonked into this weird world of talking cats, dinosaurs, and oversized weapons and expected to get on with it. Often even the tutorials don't suffice to explain just what the heck is going on. But...
Review The Messenger (Switch eShop)
Go, ninja, go!
Twenty-five years ago, a bright-eyed elementary school student whiled away time in class doodling crude pictures of ninjas in his notebook, completely unaware that such pictures would grow into a lifelong passion project. Indeed, The Messenger is the culmination of decades of daydreaming and prototyping, slowly being refined down into...
News Players Have Had Enough Of Fortnite's "Unplayable" State On Switch, Send Plea To Epic Games
The fans have spoken
Fortnite's arrival on Switch this June was met with surprise, intrigue, and an awful lot of excitement from fans who wanted to take the game on the go. For those who have been sucked into its highly addictive ways, having the game available on Switch added a great new way to play - as well as offering players without...
Review Blade Strangers (Switch)
Beginner's Fight Club
When it comes to the world of virtual fisticuffs, few genres offers as much nuance and space for creativity and flair as the 2D fighter. It was here that fighting games were born after all, and as the years have passed this two-dimensional melting pot has refused to cease bubbling. Instead, it’s evolved into something far...
News A Five Nights At Freddy's Console Port Deal Has Been Signed, Switch Games On The Way?
Dreaming of a complete collection
The creator of the Five Nights at Freddy's series, a point-and-click, survival horror collection of games which have generated something of a cult following over the past few years, has revealed that a new console port deal has been signed. The news comes from a blog post shared by the series' creator, developer,...
News Nintendo Classic Mini Double Pack Releasing In Japan On 15th September
Double the fun!
The NES Classic Mini and SNES Classic Mini have been a roaring success, with sales for both devices temporarily outperforming modern generation video game systems during certain mo
Watch Nintendo Switch Nindies Showcase Summer 2018, Live!
Don't call it a Direct!
Are you guys ready for some Nindie goodness? Fine, but let's get something straight before we start - it's not a Nintendo Direct, OK? It's the Nintendo Switch Nindies Showcase Summer 2018, we'll have you know. So please don't go calling it a Direct (even though it kinda is). Now we've got that out of the way, here are the...
News A Brand New Purple And Silver New Nintendo 2DS XL Is Coming To North America
GBA vibes?
Nintendo has revealed a brand new addition to the New Nintendo 2DS XL line up. Featuring a purple and silver design, this system will be released in North America next month (no news for European players just yet). Yes, on 28th September, this shiny new 2DS model will become available with the mighty evergreen seller Mario Kart...
Guide Call Off The Hunt, We've Found The Best Monster Hunter Merch
All the materials you need
Now that Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate has finally been released on the Switch in the West, there has never been a better time to show your love of Capcom's epic franchise than by buying loads of related merchandise. There is a staggering array of Monster Hunter related goods out there, from Funko Pop bobbleheads to...
News Stardew Valley Meets Hotline Miami In Damnview: Built From Nothing, Headed To Switch
A look into western culture
Publisher Sindie-cate Arts and developer Brainwash Gang have revealed Damnview: Built from Nothing - a brand new simulation sandbox game headed to Switch and other platforms in 2019. Damnview: Built From Nothing is a game all about despair, the hostility of capitalism, and the need for seeking a better future. It...
Feature Big In Japan - Investigating The Phenomenon That Is Monster Hunter
Our quest for merch, meals and more on the streets of Tokyo
The popularity of the Monster Hunter series has been spearheaded globally this year by the incredible success of Monster Hunter: World and the release of Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate on Nintendo Switch. Even with competition from other franchises like Pokémon,
News Switch eShop Sales For Blossom Tales Are Twenty Times Higher Than Steam Sales
Another milestone
Every week we hear about how another indie title on the Switch has sold so many copies or outperformed sales on other platforms. This week, publisher FDG Entertainment revealed the Switch eShop sales for Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King are twenty times higher than sales on Valve's Steam service. No exact figures were...
News Capcom Has Announced An Onimusha: Warlords Remaster For Nintendo Switch
The PlayStation 2 hit is back
Capcom has shared a brand new trailer revealing that the 2001 action game Onimusha: Warlords is making a comeback on Switch next year. It's been almost 20 years since Onimusha: Warlords first released on PlayStation 2, and 12 years since the franchise saw a last mainline game release, so seeing this remaster...
News Into the Breach Is Available On Nintendo Switch Today
Turn-based tactics on the move
FTL: Faster Than Light studio Subset Games' Into The Breach is available on the Nintendo Switch right now for $14.99, it has been revealed. The turn-based strategy game was the surprise final announcement of a packed Nindies Summer Showcase, and follows up on a successful Steam launch earlier this year. Set in a...
News Hyper Light Drifter Launches On Switch This September With Exclusive Content
Pre-purchase available now
As part of the Nintendo Switch Nindies Showcase Summer 2018, Nintendo has revealed that Hyper Light Drifter will be available on 6th September. If that's not enough good news for you, it also comes with exclusive content. Inspired by dreams and nightmares, this game has you playing as the Drifter. Plagued...
News Merge Is Bringing Three More Games To The Nintendo Switch
eShop-bound
In addition to the announcement Aragami: Shadow Edition is coming to the Nintendo Switch this fall, independent publisher and distributor Merge has announced three more games. As no physical release has been mentioned for any of these titles, we're guessing they're all eShop-bound for now. Below is the full rundown: Buildings...
News Aragami: Shadow Edition Coming To Switch This Fall, Will Include Cross-Play
Become an undead assassin
The action-stealth hit Aragami looks to be tip-toeing onto the Nintendo Switch this Fall. Developer Lince Works has teamed up with Merge - an independent video game publisher and distributor - to make the release happen. For the uninformed, Aragami was originally released on multiple platforms in 2016 and has since sold...
News Indie Classics Bastion And Transistor Are Both Bound For Nintendo Switch
Better late than never, right?
Supergiant Games is bringing its critically-acclaimed Bastion and Transistor to Nintendo Switch. Released in 2011 and 2014 respectively, the two games were highly-rated upon release and have gone down as true indie classics. Bastion is an action RPG which an isometric viewpoint and a...
News The European My Nintendo Store Is Now Offering A Selection Of Full 3DS Indies For Gold Points
No real cash required
The European My Nintendo website has updated once again, this time offering a small selection of Nintendo 3DS titles in exchange for your precious Gold Points. Described as a "special deal" by Nintendo, these offers are for the full games, rather than the discounts that your points usually buy. If you have enough Gold Points...
News Streets Of Rage Composer Makes Ambiguous Comment About His Involvement With Fourth Game
Will he return?
Reflect on Sega's Streets of Rage series and you'll no doubt remember the radical soundtrack. It was all thanks to the magic of Japanese composer, Yuzo Koshiro. The music for this particular series was considered ahead of its time, experimenting with an array of styles. As unbelievable as the Streets of Rage 4 announ
Video Get A Closer Look At The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Switch Pro Controller
Beautiful
Very recently, we shared the news that a 'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Edition Nintendo Switch Pro Controller' - to give it its full name - is due for release on the same day as the game's launch on 7th December. If you're interested in getting the controller for yourself, you might be interested in checking out this latest little...
News Untitled Goose Game Looks Like It'll Be A Honking Good Time On Switch
Play as an angry goose
The Nintendo Switch Nindies Showcase Summer 2018 may have been relatively short and sweet, but one standout announcement was the reveal of Untitled Goose Game for Switch. Untitled Goose Game is a slapstick-stealth-sandbox game where you play as a goose let loose on an unsuspecting village of innocent...
News Wasteland 2: Director’s Cut Secures A Post-Apocalyptic Switch Release This September
An award-winning RPG
inXile Entertainment has announced a confirmed Switch release date for its upcoming post-apocalyptic RPG Wasteland 2: Director's Cut. The game will be available on Nintendo's portable platform on 13th September. Wasteland 2: Director's Cut is, perhaps unsurprisingly, an enhanced version of Wasteland 2 which has been...
News Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy Finally Gets Knocked Off UK Chart Top Spot After Eight Weeks
In a pretty quiet week for Nintendo
If you've been following the recent UK gaming charts, you'll very likely be aware of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy's seemingly unstoppable dominance over recent times - the game managed to stay at number one for an incredible eight weeks. Its impressive reign is finally over, however, as new entries...
News TowerFall Brings Six-Player Action And Celeste Characters To Switch Next Month
The ultimate version of the game, apparently
Multiplayer smash hit TowerFall is coming to Switch next month, along with plenty of exclusive features. Billed as the ultimate version of the game, TowerFall will include all of the content from Ascension and Dark World, as well as a new six-player mode and Madeline and her...
News Play As The Villain In Nefarious, A Switch Platformer That Turns The Genre On Its Head
A game where YOU steal the princess
Indie publisher Digerati has confirmed that Nefarious, an anarchic cartoon-style 2D action-platformer, is headed to Nintendo Switch next month. Developed by StarBlade and released in 2017 on Steam (on which it has a ‘very positive’ rating), Nefarious has players taking the role of Crow, an evil genius on an...
Video Playing the Long Hunt in Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate
Cosy up with a Cephalos
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is finally here on Nintendo Switch in all its more-comfortable-for-big-hands-than-a-3DS glory, and we've been enjoying it immensely if you take our review as anything to go by. Here's a clue: you should. If you want to have a closer look at how the game works if you're still a little bit...
News Slime-San Is Getting A Level Editor That Is "Most Likely" Coming To Switch
It would arrive as a free update
Slime-san, the weird and wonderful platformer from developer Fabraz, is set to receive a level editor on Steam that will "most likely" make its way over to the Switch version, too. This level editor is set to allow you to create and share your own levels with your friends - and even the world via unique ID codes...
Monday27th Aug 2018
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Special Edition Controller And Game Bundle Revealed
Ready for the game's launch
Nintendo's official US website for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has revealed a new bundle. It will include the previously announced steelbook housing the game, and a Super Smash Bros. themed Switch Pro Controller. The controller will also be available separately and is due to arrive alongside the game's...
Review Night Trap - 25th Anniversary Edition (Switch eShop)
An impressive re-vamp
“In the past years, some very violent and offensive games have reached the market, and of course I’m speaking about Mortal Kombat and Night Trap.” It was 9th December 1993, and the then-president of Nintendo of America, Howard Lincoln, was giving a statement at a US congressional hearing on violent video games. Mortal...
News Nintendo Switch Online Cloud Services Explained By Diablo III Associate Producer
Third-party word
As the launch of the Nintendo Switch Online service draws closer, we still know very little about the finer details. Fortunately, third-party developers aren't being as tight-lipped as Nintendo. Following the Arena of Valor developer Tencent confirming free-to-play games would remain accessible after online services launched on...
News Miyamoto Regrets Design Choices Made During Development Of Super Mario Run
Even legendary designers make mistakes
As reported earlier last week, legendary Nintendo designer Shigeru Miyamoto delivered the keynote speech at this year's Computer Entertainment Developers Conference held in Yokohama, Japan. It's been ten years since his previous talk in 2008, with much of his discussion this time reflecting...
News Producer Of SoulCalibur VI Open To Game On Switch If It's Actually Possible
Focused on initial launch right now
The Switch is already home to a number of iconic fighting game series, so what are chances of Bandai Namco's Soul Calibur series making the transition? In a translated interview with DualShockers at this year's Gamescom, SoulCalibur VI producer Motohiro Okubo said the game was currently not in development for...
News Streets Of Rage 4 Is Really Happening, Thanks To The Team Behind The Wonder Boy Reboot
Pinch yourself
Lizardcube and DotEmu - the studios behind the excellent Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap reboot - are reviving Sega's classic side-scrolling fighter Streets of Rage. Developed in conjunction with Guard Crush Games, Streets of Rage 4 boasts a stunning hand-drawn visual style and will build on the gameplay seen in the original trilogy on...
Random Smash Fans Thank Sakurai For Adding King K. Rool To Ultimate
Uplifting
The Super Smash Bros. series is sustained by a passionate community with a seemingly endless amount of requests. One group of fans, though, recently tweeted Masahiro Sakurai a drawing and letter thanking him for adding King K. Rool to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and for being a game director who listens. A separate note...
News Adding Fox McCloud To Starlink: Battle For Atlas Was Nintendo's Suggestion
A "surreal" experience
In July we found out Reggie Fils-Aimé was one of the people who made Fox McCloud's appearance in Starlink: Battle for Atlas happen. During a 2018 Gamescom interview with Kotaku UK, Starlink Creative Director Laurent Malv
News id Software "Still Uncertain" If Rage 2 Would Ever Work On Nintendo Switch
Bethesda's Pete Hines provides response
This year's QuakeCon revealed Bethesda and id Software would be bringing DOOM Eternal to the Nintendo Switch, with the help of port specialist Panic Button. As fantastic as the announcement was, unsurprisingly it left fans of id's work wanting more. Tim Willits, id Software studio director, then...
Video Bandai Namco Releases New Japanese Trailer For Dragon Ball FighterZ
Game releases next month
Bandai Namco's Dragon Ball FighterZ releases at the end of next month. Having been able to experience the game's beta a few weeks ago, there's not much left to do now but wait for the big release. To tide you over until then is a new four-minute Japanese trailer of the game, highlighting all of the awesome features including...
Gallery This Dead Cells Book By Third Editions Looks Beautiful And Informative
Out February 2019
Dead Cells is a beautifully designed game, so how about a special book to go with it? The Heart of Dead Cells book, produced in collaboration with the game's developer Motion Twin, is part "making-of" and part art book. It offers a plethora of illustrations and exclusive behind the scenes information about the game's universe,...
Sunday26th Aug 2018
News Bethesda's Pete Hines Says Switch Game Releases Have Been A Huge Success
Strong support will continue
There's no hiding the fact Bethesda are big fans of the Nintendo Switch. Since the launch of the system, we've seen the company release Skyrim and bring across DOOM and Wolfenstein as well. In an
News Nintendo And ROM Website Owner Looking To Avoid Lengthy Court Proceedings
Hoping to settle matter as soon as possible
Since Nintendo filed a lawsuit at the federal court in the US state of Arizona last month against the owner of two notorious ROM and emulator websites, a series of wider events have unfolded. The latest update on the original matter comes in the form of a new court filing
News Telltale Admits Its Game Engine Has Let Fans Down In Recent Years
Will focus on fewer series at once in future
One company supporting the Switch since its inception which has perhaps been overlooked from time to time is Telltale Games. During an interview with Eurogamer at Gamescom this week, Telltale's executive producer for The Walking Dead - Brodie Anderson - admit their reliable but aging game engine...
Competition Win a copy of Minit
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To celebrate the Summer of Devolver Digital we've kindly been provided with 10 North American eShop Download codes for Minit on Nintendo Switch. All you need to do is answer the question below and we'll pick 10 lucky winners at random and assign them a code, simple right?
News Detective Pikachu Movie Director Reveals Idea Behind The Project
Electric
Last time we heard about the live action movie adaptation for Detective Pikachu was at the end of July when it switched distribution studios. At this weekend’s Pokémon World Championships, The Pokémon Company president Tsunekazu Ishihara revealed the movie would be titled Pokémon: Detective Pikachu and showed a...
Saturday25th Aug 2018
Review The Banner Saga 3 (Switch eShop)
Journey to the destination
The final chapter of the Norse-inspired journey comes to a close, with the decision-making - as always - up to you, the player. As told in the previous games, a series of events have built up to the current collapse of the world. The sun has stopped revolving, the gods are dead, the ancient stone-armored Dredge have...
News Fox McCloud Won't Be Flying Solo In Ubisoft's Starlink: Battle For Atlas
Getting the crew back together
One of the biggest surprises to come out of this year's E3 was the reveal Fox McCloud and his trusty Arwing would be appearing in Starlink: Battle for Atlas to help deal with Wolf O'Donnell and his villainous crew. Ace pilot and leader of the Star Fox Team, Fox McCloud is the legendary
Sunday26th Aug 2018
News Square Enix's Thief Arthur Joins SNK Heroines Cast As DLC Fighter
A growing roster
With a stack of heroines already confirmed for the SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy line-up, including the addition of "fatal cutie" Terry Bogart, you would be forgiven for thinking the roster was finalised for the game's early September launch. Apparently, it's not. During the Milli
Saturday25th Aug 2018
Review The Banner Saga 2 (Switch eShop)
On the road again
There’s no secret behind what a sequel is meant to do - it’s there to continue and expand upon existing foundations laid by the first entry in a series. The Banner Saga 2 does exactly that. Apart from the tutorials reacquainting you with how the game operates, it doesn't take long for the proceedings to get underway. ...
News Limited Run Games Lists Yooka-Laylee And Dust On Website, Prepares For Pre-Orders
“Coming soon”
Physical video game specialist, Limited Run Games, has two new games listed as “coming soon” on its website. Previously revealed in June, these new titles are Dust: An Elysian Tale and Yooka-Laylee. Dust will cost $29.99 and pre-orders go live on 31st August. Playtonic?
News French Video Game Retailer Lists Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove Physical Release
The definitive edition
Physical game releases on the Switch don't appear to be slowing down, with a listing by French video game retailer Micromania revealing Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the next title heading to stores. The retailer's website has Yacht Club's title priced at €44,99 (roughly £40 / $50) and...
News Third Party Dev Behind Deemo Jumps On Nintendo Labo Cardboard Wagon
Unlimited possibilities
Back in April, Taiwanese developer Rayark posted a video showing its rhythm-action game Deemo in use with the Nintendo Labo cardboard piano. The concept was to use the piano Toy-Con's keys rather than simply pressing the touchscreen - emulating an experience similar
News The Pokémon Company Adds Tag Teams To The Official Trading Card Game
A game-changer
Pokémon battles have continually grown in size over the years. Double battles are also making a comeback with the upcoming release of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!. At this year's Pokémon World Championships, The Pokémon Company revealed new "game-changing" cards for the official trading card game...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 25th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
It's another lovely weekend (hopefully) full of relaxation, chilled vibes, and a good gaming session or two. As ever, Team Nintendo Life has banded together to chat about our plans for the next couple of days, with farming sims, Game Boy Advance classics, and online shooters making for an interesting mix this...
Competition Win a copy of Crossing Souls
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To celebrate the Summer of Devolver Digital we've kindly been provided with 10 North American eShop Download codes for Crossing Souls on Nintendo Switch. All you need to do is answer the question below and we'll pick 10 lucky winners at random and assign them a code, simple right?
Video Can Homemade Wireless Hacks Work On Hori's D-Pad Joy-Con Controller?
Watch on as Alex finds out
When Japanese peripheral maker Hori revealed its D-Pad Joy-Con controller, it appeared to be the perfect solution to all those 2D games available on the Switch eShop. Not long after the announcement, it became apparent the left-hand controller was only able to be used in handheld mode - with a number of features removed...
Friday24th Aug 2018
News Super Mario Party On Switch Won't Include Pro Controller Support
Anti-social behaviour
Anyone planning to stock up on Switch Pro Controllers in preparation for the release of Super Mario Party might want to reconsider - with nextn.net reporting the game won't support the alternative control method. This discovery follows the Nintendo reveal earlier
Review Prison Architect: Nintendo Switch Edition (Switch eShop)
Grand slammer
Video games have treated us to all manner of simulation jobs over the years. We’ve built hospitals, maintained zoos, tilled farmland and even built roller coasters that were definitely not safe for anyone to ride. But what about building and running your very own prison? Now that’s a whole other kettle of incarcerated fish. Do you...
News Hollow Knight Godmaster DLC Is Now Available For Free, Game Also On Sale For The First Time
An absolute steal
The final free DLC content pack has arrived in Hollow Knight and, to celebrate, the game is now on sale for the very first time on Switch. Hollow Knight: Godmaster follows in the footsteps of previous DLC offerings The Grimm Troupe and Hidden Dreams, adding even more value to the base game. The new addition features all-new...
Video Get A First Look At Diablo III: Eternal Collection Running On Nintendo Switch
A taste of things to come
If you're as excited about Diablo III Eternal Collection coming to Switch as the rest of us, this new gameplay video will definitely be for you. Featuring around 15 minutes of juicy gameplay footage, the video comes directly from the show floor of Gamescom, where the lovely folks from Nintendo of Europe sat down with...
News Nintendo Was "Pumped" When Blizzard Pitched Diablo III For The Switch
Old friends reunite
When Diablo III Eternal Collection was revealed for the Switch, fans of both Blizzard and Nintendo were rather pleased to see the two companies joining forces after a long hiatus. In an interview with Game Informer, Blizzard associate producer Matthew Cederquist revealed how the idea came about and how exactly Nintendo...
News Switch-Exclusive Senran Kagura Reflexions Will "Deliver Exciting Sensations" This September
A 'touching' narrative-focused entry to the series
XSEED Games has announced that Senran Kagura Reflexions, the upcoming Switch-exclusive entry to the adult-themed series, will launch on the console on 13th September. This latest title is set to make use of the Switch's unique properties as much as possible, with the Joy-Con allowing fans to...
News Xenoblade Chronicles X's Elma Revealed For Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Available Today
And a new blade, too!
Nintendo has confirmed that Xenoblade Chronicles X's Elma will be making an appearance in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 alongside a brand new blade. The best news? They're both available today! Yes, even more news has come flooding out of Gamescom's lovely show floor, with Nintendo sharing a brand new video segment for Xenoblade...
News Nintendo Grabbed Every Top Ten Spot In Japanese Charts Last Week, Minecraft On Top
The dominance continues
As has been the case for a while now, Nintendo dominated the Japanese gaming charts once again last week, taking every single top-ten spot and securing 17 of the top 20 chart positions. Last week was Obon in Japan, a traditional custom that has become a major holiday in the region, so no new games were released into the...
News The Nintendo Labo Vehicle Kit Will Work With Mario Kart 8 Deluxe On Switch
Driving in style
Nintendo has shared a short new video to announce that the upcoming Nintendo Labo Vehicle Kit will be supported in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. As you can see, the Vehicle Kit's wheel and pedal can both be used to carry out your usual Mario Kart antics on screen, working nicely alongside the Toy-Con Motorbike which has been compatible
Review Space Ribbon (Switch eShop)
Gotta go... slow?
Imagine firing up Mario Kart (pick one) for the first time and being dropped directly onto Rainbow Road, but a 25cc version with no items. And you’re driving a Morris Minor. Welcome to the opening of Space Ribbon. Released on PC in 2016 by Liverpool-based developer Onteca, this racer’s biggest problem is the first impression it...
News Home Sweet Home Will Scare The Stuffing Out Of Your Switch
Maybe keep the lights on for this one
Yggdrazil Group, developer of first-person horror Home Sweet Home, has announced that it will be porting the game to Nintendo Switch "soon". The studio mentions that it will be working with Mastiff to bring the game to the platform, following its original release on Steam last September. User reviews...
News The Legend Of Zelda: Concert 2018 Arrives In Japan This November
Featuring Breath of the Wild
Japan will soon be playing host to The Legend of Zelda: Concert 2018 - a performance of live music from the hit series. We've seen several concerts such as this appearing just lately, mostly taking place solely in Japan, and this one looks set to be just as special as the ones that came before it. With shows happening...
News Saints Row: The Third Will Include All DLC On Switch
All three content packs
Earlier this week, it was revealed that Saints Row: The Third will be arriving on Switch sometime next year, surprising almost everyone in equal measure. As it turns out, the game will feature all previously released DLC, too. Lovely! The game saw three major content packs be released just a couple of months after the...
News Tencent Confirms Free-To-Play Titles Won't Be Impacted By Nintendo Switch Online
Good news, everyone
Following on from the rumour at the start of the month about free-to-play games not requiring a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, Tencent - the developer behind the upcoming MOBA, Arena of Valor - has confirmed this is in fact true. Speaking to Variety, it revealed its own
Random THQ Announces Let's Sing 2019 For Nintendo Wii
Coming to Switch as well
Thought the Wii was dead? Think again. An announcement by THQ Nordic at this year's Gamescom has revealed it is bringing Let's Sing 2019 to the Nintendo system originally launched in 2006. As Nintendo Enthusiast points out, this is somewhat of a significant milestone for the console - much like how certain other...
News Lifeless Planet Discovered On Switch eShop, Arrives Next Month
Find out the truth
Serenity Forge's 2014 PC title Lifeless Planet is making the journey across to the Switch eShop next month. Lifeless Planet: Premiere Edition has been discovered within the 'coming soon' section of Nintendo's US digital store and will arrive on 6th September for the price of $14.99. Described as a puzzle platform...
News The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild And Splatoon 2 Awarded At CEDEC 2018
Ongoing success
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is easily one of the greatest games of all-time. Nintendo's already received a stack of awards for the game and now it appears to have scored one more at this year's Computer Entertainment Developers Conference held in Yokohama, Japan. The title has received an excellence award from...
Competition Win a copy of Not A Hero
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To celebrate the Summer of Devolver Digital we've kindly been provided with 10 North American eShop Download codes for Not A Hero on Nintendo Switch. All you need to do is answer the question below and we'll pick 10 lucky winners at random and assign them a code, simple right?
News Japanese Vertical Shooter RXN -Raijin- Is Getting A Lovely Limited Physical Edition On Switch
Pre-orders open soon
Eastasiasoft has announced that the arcade-style shooter RXN -Raijin- will be receiving a special limited edition on Switch. This vertically scrolling shoot ‘em up launched on Switch digitally back in December last year, harking back to arcade converts such as Radiant Silvergun and Ikaruga. We...
News Twitch Streaming A Pokémon Marathon, Will Show 932 Episodes And The Movies
Gotta watch 'em all
According to Kotaku, the Twitch Presents channel will begin streaming an absolutely massive Pokémon anime marathon next week, on 27th August. It will be the longest television-like event Twitch has done so far, and is going to run all the way through to 2019. The first episode will kick off with the Indigo League...
Thursday23rd Aug 2018
Rumour Dark Souls II Now In Development For Nintendo Switch
"No word" on Dark Souls III
It's time to put our rumour hats on once again, folks, as reports suggest that a Dark Souls II port could well be in the works for Nintendo Switch. Dark Souls news has been flying around left, right, and centre over the last few days, with the Switch version of Dark Souls: Remastered getting a confirmed release...
News Is 'Switch Tax' A Real Concern, Or Just A Myth?
Publishers explain
Buying all of your favourite video games can be an incredibly expensive hobby, and Switch players have been quick to notice that a good chunk of titles seem to be more expensive on Nintendo's newest platform than any other. Dubbed 'Switch tax', this phenomenon does feel like it's becoming a bit of a problem; as ports of...
News Shigeru Miyamoto Urges Game Developers To Embrace Subscription-Based Services
Or go the way of the dinosaur
After suggesting more game developers and publishers should opt with fixed-pricing for video games, Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto issued one other warning at this year's Computer Entertainment Developers Conference. He said the industry needed to consider what happened to the music industry in the long run, and how it was...
News Nintendo Switch Nindies Showcase Summer 2018 Announced For 28th August
Here we go again!
It was only three days ago that we were treated to the 2018 Indies Highlights presentation, but that isn't stopping Nintendo from shoving even more Nindie goodness down our throats. Yes, scheduled for 28th August, yet another indie showcase will be shared to show off "multiple unannounced indie games" coming to Switch...
News Was Playing As Oddjob In GoldenEye 007 On N64 Cheating? "Definitely", Says Rare
Rare's word goes
Oh, GoldenEye 007. The memories of that music, the "pew pew pew" of the gunfire, that bit where you brutally murder someone sitting on the toilet, and that one friend who you wanted to throw out of the house for playing as Oddjob over and over again. Wonderful times. Yes, if you spent many an evening playing this N64...
Nintendo Download 23rd August (North America)
Monster Hunter, Blade Strangers and Little Dragons Café!
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 a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch retail: Monster...
Competition Win a copy of Enter the Gungeon
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To celebrate the Summer of Devolver Digital we've kindly been provided with 10 North American eShop Download codes for Enter the Gunegon on Nintendo Switch. All you need to do is answer the question below and we'll pick 10 lucky winners at random and assign them a code, simple right?
But who is the dreamer?
Right at the very top, let’s address the elephant in the review: from the moment you select Shio’s icon on the Switch’s menu screen, Celeste will probably be playing on your mind. Although Shio first appeared on PC last year – well before the other platformer’s debut – it, too, presents a determined character...
News Miyamoto Calls On His Industry Peers To Deliver Games At Fixed Prices
Not a fan of free-to-play
It was only yesterday the legendary game designer Shigeru Miyamoto shared words of wisdom during his keynote speech at the 2018 Computer Entertainment Developers Conference held in Yokohama, Japan. He urged game designers to draw on their own experiences rather than modern trends and spoke about how the free-to-play...
Review Tiny Hands Adventure (Switch eShop)
A true dinosaur
In recent years, 3D platformers have experienced something of a renaissance in the modern game industry, with the likes of Yooka-Laylee, Super Mario Odyssey, and Crash Bandicoot: N-Sane Trilogy making a notable impact on sales charts and the general conversation surrounding games. Though the appetite is clearly there for these sorts...
Random Nintendo Streams PS4 Pro Ads During FIFA 19 Gamescom Demo
Console-ception
Nintendo has shared another new video directly from the show floor of Gamescom 2018, this time treating us to a look at the upcoming FIFA 19. Aside from admiring the lovely footage being shown off for the new Champions League mode (a first for FIFA following the expiration of the deal with Konami's PES), we couldn't help...
Nintendo Download 23rd August (Europe)
Prison Architect, Morphies Law and Night Trap!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - New Releases: Prison Architect: Nintendo...
Rumour Controller Icons Suggest Red Faction Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered Could Be Switch-Bound
One small step for man, one giant leap for Switch
Fans of Red Faction Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered have discovered a collection of Switch controller button icons inside the game, potentially suggesting that it could be on the way to Nintendo's console. The game, which is a remaster of the 2009 third-person shooter title Red Faction...
News Switch Physical Game Sales Increase As Octopath Traveler Crowned July's Best-Selling Game
Nintendo's sales success continues
The NPD charts for the month of July have been released, and as noted by Venture Beat, not only has the Switch won this month with Octopath Traveler in the top spot, the system is also right out in front when it comes to physical retail game sales so far this year. Nintendo's platform is...
News Smash Bros. Ultimate, Pokémon Let's Go And More Big Switch Titles Will Be Playable At PAX West
Diablo, Starlink and more!
Nintendo has revealed that a wonderfully exciting line-up of the most highly anticipated games will be playable at PAX West this year. This year's event is once again taking place in Seattle, this time from 31st August to 3rd September, and promises to be a great day out - or four - for any Nintendo fan. There's a...
News Poor Old Wario Had Just Two Days To Top The NPD Game Charts In July
Now who's laughing?
The new 3DS game WarioWare Gold had just two days to make an impact in NPD's video game sales charts for the month of July. In the end, Wario wasn't even able to make it into the top 20 best-selling games of the month, and on the 3DS chart, placed third behind Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. Like Switch sales, digital...
News Last Month The Nintendo Switch Was The Top-Selling System
As expected
As Switch games continue to top the charts, it comes as no surprise The NPD Group is reporting Nintendo's hybrid system is also the best-selling hardware platform for the month of July. NPD's games industry analyst Mat Piscatella explained how t
Friday24th Aug 2018
Video Mech Your Day With This New DAEMON X MACHINA Gamescom Footage
Half an hour of action
Earlier this week, Nintendo released a new teaser trailer for Kenichiro Tsukuda's upcoming mech game, DAEMON X MACHINA. This was in preparation for its appearance at this year's Gamescom event in Germany. The moment has now arrived, with Nintendo's live stream at Gamescom 2018 exploring a special demo of the game. For...
Thursday23rd Aug 2018
News FIFA Could Start To Include Fortnite Emotes For The Sake Of "Authenticity"
Take the L
If you're a footie fan, you were very likely glued to your TV screen over the summer taking in this year's rather weird and wonderful World Cup. Amongst the VAR shenanigans, players caught the attention of gamers everywhere - and the mainstream press, for that matter - by performing dances from battle royale epic Fortnite after scoring...
News Rocket League Is Changing With Its New 'Progression' Update Next Week
An XP overhaul
Psyonix has revealed that Rocket League will receive its new 'Progression' update next week, adding a revamped progression system that looks set to change the way players level up. This new overhaul will move XP from offline matches to online, giving first-time and 'Rocketeer' players alike new ways to unlock free content...
News Son Of A Witch Arrives On Switch At The Beginning Of September
Three years in development
If couch co-op is your style of play, keep an eye out for Son of a Witch, arriving on the Switch eShop on 4th September. After three years of development the game will finally make its way to Nintendo's device, where the friendly co-op gameplay will be able to shine. In celebration of the announcement, a new trailer for...
News Fortnite v5.30 Adds Portable Rift Item, New Point Scoring Mode And Much More
Rift-To-Go
Fortnite has received another update today, bringing with it the usual addition of a brand new mode to try out, but this update could potentially change the tides of combat rather dramatically. Version 5.30 has added the Rift-To-Go item, allowing players to escape danger or fly right into it. The Rift-To-Go can create a Rift for...
News It's Time To Get Sassy With MechaNika On Nintendo Switch
By popular demand
Mango Protocol, the studio behind the Psychotic Adventures, has announced that it will be bringing the first game of the series to Switch - MechaNika. You might be familiar with the studios work through Agatha Knife - which just so happens to be the second game in this series. Mango Protocol says that the decision to bring the...
News Gone Home Release For Switch Delayed Until Next Month
Go home
There's been a slight delay with the launch of Gone Home on the Switch eShop. Following the announcement it would be available to purchase on 23rd August - aligning with the game's fifth anniversary, the title has now been pushed back to 6th September in both North America and Europe. There's currently no information about the...
News Atmospheric Puzzle Platform Game The Missing "Coming Soon" To Nintendo Switch
Defy death on a dangerous island
Arc System Works has released a trailer for the new atmospheric puzzle platformer, The MISSING: J.J. and the Island of Memories. Developed by SWERY, the two-minute clip illustrates the Switch game's rag-doll physics and highlights all of the horrifically violent situations players will have to face. In the game, you...
Wednesday22nd Aug 2018
Review Bad North (Switch eShop)
Heathen chemistry
If the recent releases of Jotun: Valhalla Edition and The Banner Saga Trilogy have taught us anything, it’s this: the Vikings make for the most bloodthirsty of heroes. But what if the tables were turned, and it was you defending against the reaving Norsemen? The sound of a ghostly war horn roaring in the distance. Longships...
Random Amazon's Gaming Pre-Order Discount Cancellation Sparks Nintendo Sale Surge
Making the most of it
If you're a regular user of Amazon.com - specifically the US variant of the site - you'll likely be aware that a 20% discount offer automatically applies to any video games pre-ordered with a Prime account. You might also be aware that this discount offer will soon be discontinued, with any orders placed after 28th August being...
News The Switch's Home Menu Uses Less Than 200 KB Of Resources For Super-Fast Load Times
Wow!
Here's an interesting little nugget of information for you: amazingly, the Switch's home menu uses "less than 200 KB" worth of resources, allowing for that speedy initial load time which still stands as one of the console's great little features. To put that into perspective, that's less than your average Word document. Amazing. The...
Hardware Review Satisfye Pro Gaming Grip for Nintendo Switch
Long, strong, and great girth
As much as it pains us to say it, the Nintendo Switch is not a perfect product. Due to various factors that make the Switch what it is, certain sacrifices have had to be made in certain areas to make sure its versatility is properly realised, and for some of us at Nintendo Life Towers, one of the biggest problem areas...
News The Diablo III Physical Release On Switch Won't Require Any Downloads To Play
Old fashioned
Since the launch of the Switch, physical releases requiring excessive downloads has been a major talking point. It admittedly makes owning actual hard copies of games a tad pointless - unless you want to display them on shelves, loan them to friends or perhaps resell them later down the line. A post on pcmag.com points...
News Miyamoto Doesn't Want To Make An MMORPG Because It Would Be Boring
Not his style
Shigeru Miyamoto - the creator of many of Nintendo's most successful franchises and all-round lovable guy - recently delivered a keynote speech for the 2018 Computer Entertainment Developers Conference held in Yokohama, Japan. We actually covered the news not that long ago, but some new information regarding his speech...
News Football Manager 2019 Scores A Release On Nintendo Switch
Update: Confirmed to be 'Touch' edition
Update: It has now been confirmed that the game will be the 'Touch' edition. Original Story: It has been revealed that Football Manager 2019 will be making its way to Nintendo Switch later this year. Yes, the ultimate football simulator is coming back to Switch for another year, following in the footsteps...
News Remakes Of Langrisser I And II Are Switch-Bound
Official announcement next week
The latest issue of Japanese publication Famitsu has revealed the first two entries in the tactical role-playing series Langrisser will be receiving Nintendo Switch remakes at some point in the near future. Langrisser I & II are being recreated from scratch, with new graphics and the intention to make the...
Review Flood of Light (Switch eShop)
Wet, but not so wild
In life, there are many things that just don’t mix. Gulping down some lovely orange juice after brushing your teeth or consuming alcohol with easy access to social media/text messages (trust us, it’s best left in your pocket!) are prime examples of this, but in the case of Flood of Light, water and fire are no match for each...
News Pokémon GO Is Allegedly Abusing Its Android Storage Read Permissions To Combat Rooting
Reading users' file names
As part of Niantic's near-constant war against cheaters, Pokémon GO has several steps in place to ban anyone who appears to have used third-party software or mods to manipulate the game. One such measure blocks all Android phones that have been rooted (when users grant themselves 'root' access to the operating...
News Shigeru Miyamoto Delivers Keynote Speech For Computer Entertainment Developers Conference
Sharing wisdom
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto has just delivered his keynote speech for the 2018 Computer Entertainment Developers Conference held in Yokohama, Japan. This year's theme for the event was "Fantasy becomes Reality", with Miyamoto sharing his words of wisdom with an attentive audience. During his speech, Miyamoto...
News Nintendo Posts Job Listings For Switch User Interface Engineers
Is a revamp on the way?
Nintendo has posted two new job listings for its Kyoto-based headquarters, both of which are searching for new talent to work on the user interface and menus of its gaming platforms. While having similar responsibilities, the two jobs on offer are for a 'director/planner' and an engineer. Both roles are designed to...
News Neo Geo's Gunlord Is Running And Gunning Towards Switch Under The Name 'Gunlord X'
More SNK fun for Switch
German indie developer NG:DEV TEAM has just revealed that Gunlord will be making a comeback on Nintendo Switch under the new name of Gunlord X. Gunlord is a side-scrolling run 'n gun title which released as a brand new game for the Neo Geo in 2012, despite the system being over 20 years old at the time...
Video Check Out River Survival, A Brand New Mode Coming To Super Mario Party
Working together
Nintendo has shared a new video from the RedCube at Gamescom 2018, giving us an extended look at the upcoming Super Mario Party and introducing a brand new mode in the process. Things kick off with a more traditional party game on a tropical-themed board. This board is split into four distinct areas - all based on...
News Yooka-Laylee Is Ready For Battle In The New Brawlout Trailer
Fight!
In July, Angry Mob Games gave us a glimpse of the new Brawlout fighter, Yooka-Laylee. It was evident from the trailer, Playtonic's duo would feature their trademark attacks. This new Gamescom clip essentially shows more of the same. What's most interesting, though, is the part at the end
Gallery Enjoy These Hyperactive Images From Hyper Sports R For Switch
All aboard the hype train!
If you happen to be ancient enough to remember Konami's 1984 Hyper Sports arcade game, you may well be pumped for Hyper Sports R coming to the Switch which, as we revealed some time ago, will be a Switch exclusive. In this new sports simulation title, you'll get to compete in a variety of individual and team sports, and...
News Arcade-Style Co-Op Shooter RICO Scores New Trailer And Release Window
Slightly later than planned
Adding to the onslaught of Gamescom news and announcements, Rising Star Games has revealed a brand new trailer for RICO. This arcade-style, first-person shooter was first revealed for Switch in March this year. Inspired by modern action cinema, RICO has you and a friend playing as a pair of loose-cannon police partners,...
News VS. Excitebike Is The Next Game In The Arcade Archives Series
Get excited!
The earlier Nintendo years were known for a bunch of games like Super Mario Bros. and Donkey Kong. The original entry in the Excite series - Excitebike - might not have had the same level of success as other games, but the retro dirtbike experience is still a fan favourite years later. With several versions of the game already...
Feature Doing The Rounds With The Videokid, A Paperboy And '80s Inspired Nostalgia Trip
"This was my chance to pay one big homage to all of that awesomeness!"
Inspired by score-chasing arcade classics and a heavy dose of popular culture, The Videokid skates onto Nintendo Switch next week. As you perform tricks and combos to earn crazy scores and bonuses, you can hitch and grind your way around town on your trusty skateboard while...
News Nintendo Labo's Vehicle Kit Game World Is Similar To Wuhu Island From Wii Sports Resort
Inspired
The Nintendo Labo Vehicle Kit is due out on 14th September for the price of $69.99. Each kit will come packaged with all the necessary parts and materials along with a copy of the new software. With details about the game itself still relatively scarce, Kotaku's recent hands-on in a New York hotel meeting room has revealed some interesting...
News Discover The Origins Of Pokémon Design With This New Book, Now Funding On Kickstarter
Gotta learn it all
A new book has appeared on Kickstarter, aiming to provide fans with a guide to the origins behind each design of the original set of Pokémon. TItled 'On The Origin: Kanto Edition', this unofficial guide shows the inspirations behind each Generation 1 monster, combining vector art with comprehensive research...
News Kickstarter Campaign For RPG Action-Adventure Sikanda Goes Live
Targeting a 2020 Switch launch
Dyadic Games' Kickstarter campaign for Sikanda is now live. If you missed the initial reveal, this is an RPG action-adventure game inspired by iconic JRPG series from the SNES era. The game is currently scheduled to launch on the Switch in February 2020. Sikanda takes place on the moon of an uninhabited planet and is...
News A Patch For Morphies Law Has Been Submitted To Nintendo To Fix Online Issues
Lag weighing you down?
Cosmoscope, the studio behind Switch newcomer Morphies Law, has submitted a patch to Nintendo in order to fix some of the issues experienced by early players. If you missed the news, Morphies Law recently 'did a Fortnite', surprising everyone by launching on the system without any real warning; the game was shown off...
News Drift Off With Music Box Classics, A Series Of Gaming Soundtracks In Lullaby Form
Get some beauty sleep
Video Game Music Box has created a brand new album series featuring lots of lovely gaming soundtracks in lullaby form - and we're suddenly feeling far too relaxed and sleepy. The first wave of albums includes iconic games and franchises such as Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy...
News Go On A 2D Cinematic Combat-Adventure With Unto The End On Switch
Journey through the wilderness
In case you hadn't quite had your fill of news from this year's Gamescom event, indie publisher Digital Uppercut has revealed that Unto The End is headed to Nintendo Switch. Unto The End is a 2D cinematic combat-adventure featuring a nuanced combat system and handcrafted encounters. Players will follow a...
Tuesday21st Aug 2018
Hardware Review Hori D-Pad Joy-Con Controller For Nintendo Switch
Cross your heart
Update: Hori has confirmed to Nintendo Life the issue pertaining to the d-pad joy-con using battery power while the Switch is in sleep mode has been resolved with the release of Switch firmware 6.0 in collaboration with Nintendo. Full details can be found here. Ever since the Switch launched, there's been a vocal minority which has...
News Nintendo Reveals Super Mario Party Joy-Con Bundle For Europe
Join in the fun!
Nintendo has revealed a brand new Joy-Con bundle for Super Mario Party, giving players the chance to stock up on controllers ahead of its chaotic multiplayer launch. This new bundle will include a physical copy of the game and a set of the Neon Green/Neon Pink Joy-Con. Naturally, this is a great option for those looking to pick up...
Review Morphies Law (Switch eShop)
Mass murder
Morphies Law’s premise is a satisfyingly simple one, but much like Splatoon 2 - a game Swiss developer Cosmoscope has clearly taken a great deal of inspiration from - those arcade wares hide plenty of depth should you care to delve deeper. Here’s how it works: shoot another player and the body part you hit will shrink, while the...
News Telltale's The Walking Dead Seasons 1, 2 And 3 Are All Coming To Switch This Year
Season 1 launches next week!
Telltale Games has announced that all three of its major The Walking Dead seasons released on other platforms will arrive on Switch this year. That includes The Walking Dead: The Complete First Season, The Walking Dead: Season Two and The Walking Dead: A New Frontier. When The
News HD Remaster Of Grandia And Dreamcast Sequel Revealed For Nintendo Switch
A blast from the past
If there wasn’t already an abundance of JRPG to enjoy on the Switch, soon there’ll be two more. According to IGN, Nintendo’s latest system will be receiving a high-definition remaster of the first two games, with more details to be revealed soon. Grandia was originally released on the Sega Saturn in 1997 and received a...
News Link's Gear Won't Be In The Nintendo Switch Version Of Diablo III
Not intended to represent the finished product
Last week, Blizzard confirmed Diablo III Eternal Collection would, in fact, be arriving on the Nintendo Switch later this year. Alongside this news was the reveal Nintendo players would receive exclusive in-game gear sourced directly from The Legend of Zelda series. In case you did...
News Diablo III Producer Explains Why Blizzard Wanted The Game On Switch
"The Switch was a thing we were all playing"
Last week brought with it the news that Diablo III Eternal Collection is headed to Nintendo Switch this autumn, giving Nintendo fans the chance to try out the series' hack 'n' slash RPG action for the very first time. Joining the likes of Skyrim and
News Surprise! Saints Row: The Third Is Coming To Nintendo Switch
But not Saints Row IV?
Deep Silver has announced that Saints Row: The Third will be coming to Nintendo Switch in a surprise reveal during Gamescom 2018. At the moment, the game has been given a release window of "next year". Saints Row: The Third is - unsurprisingly - the third instalment of the Saints Row franchise; a series of hugely popular...
Wednesday22nd Aug 2018
Review Kero Blaster (Switch eShop)
A ribbeting throwback shooter
Sometimes, when things are going awry and the world finds itself in desperate need of a hero, only a bipedal frog armed with a blaster will do. Okay, technically it’s a company called Cat & Frog Inc. that needs assistance and our ‘hero’ is actually an employee, but why ruin the moment? Turns out C&F Inc...
Tuesday21st Aug 2018
Video Check Out Dark Souls: Remastered Running In Handheld Mode On Switch
Six minutes of footage
After a pretty scary delay, Dark Souls: Remastered finally received a new release date last week, with Bandai Namco confirming that Switch owners will get their chance to own the game on 19th October. With that date now safely pinned down, it's time to start getting excited for its release once again, and maybe even take a...
News Skybound Games Handling The Physical Release Of Hollow Knight
"The definitive version"
A while ago, Australian developer Team Cherry said a physical release of Hollow Knight was "absolutely" on the cards. The subject got raised again in a Reddit AMA, with the team once again confirming it was working on making it happen. Following the recent
News Read Comic Books On The Go With InkyPen, The First Worldwide App For Nintendo Switch
A Netflix-style subscription service
A brand new subscription service is headed to Switch which allows users to read comic books and graphic novels, becoming the very first worldwide app for Nintendo's console in the process. The subscription-based service will give users access to its full library of comics and novels for €7.99 / $7.99 a month,...
News Luigi's Mansion Will Arrive On 3DS Just In Time For Halloween
Slightly earlier in North America
Poor Luigi, he met his maker in the recent Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct, but it seems he is actually alive and kicking... Not only that - he's even bustin' ghosts to boot! We're really looking forward to getting our hands on the remastered Luigi's Mansion for 3DS; this GameCube launch title is a bit of a...
News Phantasy Star Joins The Sega AGES Range In Japan Next Month, New Features Revealed
But when will it come to the west?
Japanese Switch players will be able to get their hands on the Sega AGES version of Phantasy Star next month, it has been revealed. Costing ¥925 (approx. £6.50 / $8.30), Phantasy Star will join Sonic the Hedgehog and Thunder Force IV on Nintendo's newest console. While the primary aim here is...
News Free-To-Play Platform Fighter Brawlhalla Comes To Switch This November
A Smash Bros. challenger?
Ubisoft has revealed that its free-to-play platform fighter game Brawlhalla will be launching on Nintendo Switch this November. The game, which has now amassed an impressive 15 million players across its PC and PS4 versions, sees players trying to knock one another off the stage in a very similar style to Super...
News Ultima Underworld's Spiritual Successor Is Headed To Switch
The Stygian Abyss beckons once more
The crowdfunded spiritual successor to the critically-acclaimed Ultima Underworld series is coming to Switch, it has been revealed. OtherSide Entertainment - the studio co-founded by Paul Neurath (Ultima Underworld, Thief) and Warren Spector (Deus Ex, Epic Mickey) - is bringing Underworld Ascendant to...
News Free-To-Play MOBA Arena Of Valor Launches On Switch This September
Prepare for battle
Following in the footsteps of Fortnite and Paladins, the free-to-play MOBA Arena of Valor will launch on the Switch at some point during the month of September. Here's the confirmation below: Publisher Tencent has led up to the official release with a series of playte
News Rollercoaster Tycoon Rated By the Australian Classification Board
One for thrill seekers
Around the time of this year's Game Developers Conference, Rollercoaster Tycoon was revealed for the Nintendo Switch. It's a new version of the game developed by Nvizzio Creations and published by Atari / Bigben. With the game slated for a September release, a timely rating has now surfaced on the Australian...
News Team17 Celebrates Its 100th Game Release With A Look Back At Its Greatest Hits
27 years in the making
When Planet Alpha launches on Nintendo Switch on 4th September, Team17 will have released a whopping 100 games for our enjoyment. To celebrate this milestone, the studio has released a new video which looks back over some of the famous titles that have helped it to become one of the UK's most well-known names in gaming...
News The Switch Version Of Broforce Is Locked And Loaded For This September
Become an action bro
At the beginning of July, Devolver Digital revealed Free Lives' popular run-and-gun multiplayer platform shooter, Broforce, was "en route" to the Switch following rumours earlier this year it was targeting the system. Well, now it's officially locked in for release on 6th September. The official announcement has been delivered...
Video See King K. Rool, Dark Samus And Chrom Battle It Out In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Two videos for the price of one
Gamescom is well and truly underway and, as part of the celebrations, Nintendo has revealed two brand new videos giving us a closer look at some of the newly announced fighters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. First up we have King K. Rool, a fighter who has been wanted by almost everyone under the sun for years...
Video DAEMON X MACHINA's Gamescom Teaser Will Mech Your Dreams Come True
Armoured to the core
DAEMON X MACHINA was one of E3 2018's big surprises on Switch, and Nintendo knows that this year's Gamescom event is the perfect platform to share a little more info on the title. With that in mind, the company has released a new teaser trailer for Kenichiro Tsukuda's upcoming mech-based epic, which showcases character design,...
News New Light-Hearted Adventure Ary And The Secret Of Seasons Announced For Switch
Manipulate the seasons
Modus Games has today announced a brand new adventure game headed to Nintendo Switch in 2019 - Ary and the Secret of Seasons. Ary and the Secret of Seasons follows the journey of a young girl named Ary across the magnificent world of Valdi (as in Vivaldi's Four Seasons, we're guessing). Ary has joined the Guardians of...
News Japan Retailer Reveals Its Minecraft Sales On Switch Rapidly Outsold Wii U Version
Positive signs
The Wii U era was a difficult time for all games released on the platform. It didn't matter how big the game or series was, it still struggled due to Nintendo's inability to sell the system worldwide. Even Minecraft - one of the most popular games of the generation - couldn't gain sales momentum. With sales of Nintendo's current...
Video Starlink: Battle For Atlas Receives Epic New Trailer At Gamescom
Can you save Atlas?
Ubisoft has released a brand new trailer for Starlink: Battle for Atlas during Gamescom 2018. This latest video gives us a slightly closer look at some of the open worlds available to explore within the game, each one seemingly being made up of an entirely different set of creatures, flora, and vibrant colour schemes. It also...
News Heavy Metal Infused 2D Action-Platformer Valfaris Arrives On Switch This Year
Rock on!
A heavy metal infused action-platformer titled Valfaris is coming to the Switch eShop later this year, following its original reveal in 2017. It's being released by indie publisher Digital Uppercut, and is the next game from the team behind Slain: Back from Hell. At this point in time, there's no exact launch date. It promises...
News Ubisoft's Trials Rising Secures February Switch Release Date And Special Gold Edition
Expansion pass and more!
Today at Gamescom, Ubisoft has announced that Trials Rising will receive a simultaneous worldwide release on Nintendo Switch - as well as other platforms - on 12th February 2019. We first heard about this one coming to Switch in June thanks to an announcement at E3, although a specific release date hadn't been set at...
News Microids Reveals Teaser Trailer For Upcoming Switch Adaptation Of Blacksad
Blacksad: Under the Skin
Continuing the never-ending avalanche of Switch news coming from Gamescom 2018, Microids has released a teaser trailer for an upcoming comic book adaptation on the console. The game in question is Blacksad: Under the Skin, a new title based on the film noir comic series 'Blacksad'. Players will get the chance to...
News Diddy Kong Joins The Mario Tennis Aces Roster Next Month
Get swingin'
Diddy Kong has been revealed as the next playable character to join Mario Tennis Aces' ever-growing roster of sports stars. The best news? He'll be available starting from next month. Yes, everyone's favourite Nintendo hat-wearing monkey will be immediately available to players who play during the next online tournament, taking place...
News Bullet-Hell Shoot ‘Em Up Shikhondo - Soul Eater Blasts Onto Switch Next Week
Physical limited edition also available
Digerati has confirmed the release date for its upcoming bullet-hell shoot 'em up title Shikhondo - Soul Eater. The game will be available on Switch on 30th August. Created by Korean indie developer DeerFarm, Shikhondo - Soul Eater features hypnotic barrage patterns, enemies inspired by Asian mythology,...
Video Massing Around in Morphies Law on Switch
It carries some weight
We might have been waiting for longer than we'd hoped, but Morphies Law is finally here on Switch, after a surprise announcement and subsequent release only hours later. We couldn't wait to get our hands on it, so we thought the best way to do that would be to document our first experiences with the game by grabbing all that...
Monday20th Aug 2018
Rumour New Nintendo Direct Airing Later Today
Update: The rumours were true, in Nindies form!
Update: The rumours were true! A 2018 Indies Highlights presentation was shared by Nintendo of Europe at the time expected. You can check it out right here. Original Article: It appears that a brand new Nintendo Direct presentation is on the way very, very shortly, airing later today to...
Video Check Out The 2018 Indie Highlights For Switch Video Right Here
Titles all playable at Gamescom this week
The rumours were true, we did get a special video broadcast today - although it's not a traditional Nintendo Direct, but a highlight reel which shows some of the upcoming indie titles we'll be playing on Switch this year. Titles such as Monster Boy, Night Call, Streets of Rogue, Windjammers,
News Well Would You Look At That, A Hat In Time Is Coming To Switch
...despite the developer insisting otherwise not so long ago
As a 3D platformer inspired by the likes of Super Mario 64 and Banjo-Kazooie, A Hat in Time is the perfect candidate for release on Switch - but earlier this year, developer Gears for Breakfast posted a tweet (now removed) that suggested it would be
News Online Shooter Morphies Law Launches On Nintendo Switch Today
Size really does matter
Today's Indie Highlights presentation has revealed that competitive shooter Morphies Law will be available on Nintendo Switch from today. Originally announced for Switch back in August last year, Morphies Law is a 4-on-4 shooter with a uniq
News Japanese Analyst Predicts Switch Sales To Surpass Nintendo's Forecast
A positive outlook
Japanese analyst, Hideki Yasuda, from the Ace Economic Research Institute in Osaka, has released his latest forecast for Nintendo’s full fiscal year - predicting the company will shift 25 million Switch units and 140 million software units. According to DualShockers, this would put the total amount of Switch sales at 42.79...
Review The Walking Dead: The Final Season (Switch eShop)
Done Running, indeed
After all this time, it’s a strange and melancholy thing to see Telltale draw one of its many choice-driven interactive stories to a definitive end. After all, this was the franchise that put the California studio back on the map, with a fine-tuned formula that took everything that made Robert Kirkman’s original comic story...
News Bloodstained: Ritual Of The Night Won't Be Coming Out This Year After All
The 2015 Kickstarter epic gets delayed again
Koji 'IGA' Igarashi has confirmed that Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night will be delayed a second time, and will now launch in 2019. The crowdfunded title was originally supposed to launch in 2017, but was pushed into 2018. The proposed Wii U version was dropped soon afterwards, with confirmation that it...
News Nintendo Appears To Have Finally Added An Anti-Cheat System To Splatoon 2
Be gone, cheaters!
Splatoon 2 has proven to be a wonderfully enjoyable experience online, with round after round of the ink-tastic shooter warfare being a highly addictive pastime, but a number of issues with hackers and modders cheating their way to victory have been ruining the fun for a lot of users recently. It appears that this could now...
News Pokémon GO Has Reached Its Highest Player Figures Since Launch, User Base Is "Thriving"
Yes, people do still play the game
Despite what the vocal minority online might suggest - with their near-constant cries of "do people really still play that game?" - Pokémon GO is going from strength to strength, with new events and in-game features helping it to secure its highest player figures since its Earth-shattering launch. Not long...
News Slay The Spire Brings Single-Player Deck Building To Switch In 2019
A PC million-seller
Mega Crit and Humble Bundle have announced that Slay the Spire, a "card/roguelike" title currently available on PC, will be heading to Switch next year. Slay the Spire attempts to blend the worlds of card games and roguelikes together to make a single-player deckbuilder with procedurally generated levels and enemies...
News New Video For SNK Heroines Promotes Game As Accessible Fighter
"No command inputs needed"
A far less dramatic SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy clip has been released on the official Nintendo YouTube channel. Following a video highlighting how the all-female cast had been
News Bad North And Prison Architect Are Both Available On Switch Right Now
Two new games to try out today!
Today's Indie Highlights presentation cooked up lots of information on some of the games destined to reach the Nintendo eShop in the near future, with two titles instantly launching on the console. Yes, these two games featured below are available to download right now! Check out their trailers and information,...
News A Range Of Nindie Games Will Soon Be Offered At Brick-And-Mortar Stores In Europe
Browse through your favourite indies
Continuing today's Nindies celebrations - as part of the Indie Highlights presentation that was just shared by Nintendo of Europe - it has been revealed that a select number of indie titles will soon be available to buy from physical stores in the region. The following games will all receive physical download...
News Publishers Are Refusing To Sign Velocity 2X Sequel, Dev Asks For Switch Players' Support
Millions of downloads not enough
FuturLab, the developer of Velocity 2X, has shared an interesting look into its recent struggles surrounding the franchise, asking for the help of Switch players in the process. In a Twitter thread, FuturLab has revealed that it has secretly been working on a new game for years, calling it "the bells and whistles...
News Professor Oak’s Voice Actor Passes Away
A veteran of the industry
Sad news has emerged over the weekend. The famous Japanese voice actor, Unshu Ishizuka, has passed away from esophageal cancer at the age of 67. Ishizuka was known as the voice of Professor Oak in the Japanese Pokémon anime, as well as for being the narrator of the series. His close relatives have reportedly...
News Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy Tops The UK Charts For Eighth Consecutive Week
Three Nintendo exclusives in top ten
If you're a regular reader of Nintendo Life, and happen to join us in monitoring the UK gaming charts each week, you'll no doubt be aware of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy's relentless recent domination. Perhaps unsurprisingly at this point, the game has managed to keep hold of that number one spot once...
News Windjammers 2 Will Have Switch Owners In A Spin Next Year
Jammin'
We already knew that the legendary Neo Geo title Windjammers was Switch-bound, but today Dotemu has confirmed that a sequel will also be headed to Nintendo's machine. Due for release in 2019, Windjammers 2 will "combine everything fans love about the classic title", and will include "entirely hand-drawn 2D animations". No gameplay...
News Monster Boy And The Cursed Kingdom Secures November Release Date On Switch
Slightly later than expected
Today, FDG Entertainment has revealed a confirmed, finalised release date for Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch on 6th November. The news comes as part of today's 2018 Indies Showcase, which also revealed that the game will be available to play at this year's Gamescom at...
News Pokémon GO Receiving Parental Controls Update
Playing safe
The Senior Director of Engineering at Niantic, Niniane Wang, recently made a blog post about the new parental update coming to Pokémon GO soon. The Niantic Kids Parent Portal is a new way for parents to manage the gaming experiences of their children. This is achieved by securing personal information whenever a child accesses Pokémon...
News Get Ready For Some Eight-Player Top-Down Racing With Chiki-Chiki Boxy Racers On Switch
Local or online
Chiki-Chiki Boxy Racers, a colourful, top-down, racing party game from Unties, will race its way onto the Nintendo Switch on 30th August. Players will be able to grab a friend - or seven - and race around any of the game's 15 different tracks. These eight-player races can take place either online or locally, with a control...
News Microids Reveals Syberia 3, Moto Racer 4 And The Bluecoats: North vs South For Switch
Another three games!
After recently unveiling the release of Gear.Club Unlimited 2 as a Nintendo Switch exclusive, Microids has set out its plans for new games arriving over the coming months. Three of these titles are coming to Switch and we've listed them all down below, along with their official PR descriptions and trailers, for your perusal...
Video The Complete History Of WarioWare
Time to celebrate all things Wario
Ah, Wario. Whether you know him from his debut back in Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, as a playable party-goer in the Mario Party series, or as a larger-than-life racer in Mario Kart, Wario has become a very familiar face in the Nintendo world. Of course, the pink-nosed antagonist also has his own series...
News The Gardens Between Brings Its Gorgeous Puzzle Adventure To Switch This September
Release date now confirmed
Today's 2018 Indies Showcase has revealed that The Gardens Between, an upcoming puzzle adventure game, will be arriving on Switch on 20th September. We first heard about this one coming to Switch back in July, with its peaceful, calming puzzler vibes intriguing us even then. Players are tasked with...
Random Nintendo Australia Shares Brief Interview With Splatoon 2 Producer
Stay fresh, mate
Over the weekend, Nintendo Australia shared an interview it recently conducted with Splatoon 2 producer, Hisashi Nogami. The five-minute clip touches on the game's community, the World Championships, and the game's new Octo Expansion. Take a look below: Much like the
Sunday19th Aug 2018
News Use Original Cartridges On Your SNES Mini With This Classic 2 Magic Attachment
Also plays ROMs
One less favourable aspect of Nintendo’s mini line of retro systems is the fixed library of games. As fantastic as the collection is on the SNES Classic Mini, some fans are admittedly disappointed by the closed state of the console - with no ability to update the device or download more nostalgic hits. The Classic 2 Magic...
News Ubisoft Will Not Release Rainbow Six Siege On The Nintendo Switch
“Not possible”
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot has previously said the French-based company is a big fan of Nintendo and its new system. It has already released Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle on the platform and will soon launch Starlink: Battle for Atlas - with the Switch version featuring Star Fox. As rosy as the current relations...
News Head Of Abstraction Games Addresses Technical Performance Of The Switch
"Does not have the horsepower"
The success of the Switch has been brought back down to earth by a number of publishers and developers who do not intend to release popular video game franchises on the system. One of the most common reasons cited other than the associated financial risk is how Nintendo's latest system is simply not packing the...
News New Pokémon: Let's Go Video Shows More Mega Evolutions
A sneak peek
In preparation for the launch of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! this November, The Pokémon Company and Nintendo have been releasing new trailers on a regular basis highlighting different aspects of the game. With Mega Evolutions confirmed earlier this month in a video featuring Venusaur, Chariza
News PEGI Rating Suggests Graveyard Keeper Is Surfacing On Switch
Dig in
A recent PEGI rating for Graveyard Keeper suggests the morbid game could be making its way across to the Nintendo Switch in the near future. Described as a medieval cemetery management sim, it’s developed by Lazy Bear Games and published by tinyBuild. Given the fact Lazy Bear has already released Punch Club on the Switch, an eShop release...
Saturday18th Aug 2018
Video Here's A Graphical Comparison Of Every Returning Stage In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Hello, lovely people!
Last week, we found Super Smash Bros. Ultimate would feature 103 unique stages and over 300 in total including the Battlefield and Omega forms. That’s a crazy amount of stages for a big-name fighting game, and possibly an all-time record. With so many stages crammed into the latest iteration of Smash, it’s been difficult...
News Sumo Digital's Snake Pass Is Receiving A Physical Makeover On Switch
Let’s get physical
Despite the widespread industry push for digital releases, there’s still plenty of demand for physical video games. Since the arrival of the Switch, a number of publishers have specialised in converting small-sized eShop games to physical releases. The London-based team at Super Rare Games are one of these publishers...
News Latest Update For Warframe Transforms Game Into An Arcade Fighter
Prepare for battle!
Although the Panic Button port of the online free-to-play game Warframe is yet to be released on the Switch, it's still worth keeping an eye on the recent updates the third-person shooter has been receiving in preparation for its inevitable arrival on Nintendo's hybrid platform. Digital Extremes has gone the...
News Ghostlight Becomes Certified Switch Dev, Ready To Bring Fantastic Games To System
Development is already underway
As the success of the Switch continues, more developers and publishers are lining up to release games on the Nintendo platform. In its latest blog post, the UK-based company Ghostlight has revealed it's now officially a Switch developer - with its first JRPG port for the system currently underway. Here's...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 18th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
Another weekend is well and truly upon us, so what better time to discuss our weekend gaming plans - and then actually go and play them, of course! This time around, we've got RPGs, whacky minigame collections, older classics, retro goodness, and more, but what about you? Read through the Nintendo Life team's...
News Chucklefish Reveals New Atmospheric Story-Driven Puzzle Platformer By Hidden Layer Games
Something is lurking in the darkness
Chucklefish has revealed it will be publishing the 2D puzzle platformer Inmost. The title has been developed by the two-person Lithuania-based developer Hidden Layer Games and is currently due out on the PC in 2019. When asked about a potential Switch version, Chucklefish said it would love to bring it to...
News Retro-Style Shmup FullBlast Is Making A Comeback On Switch Next Month
Previously released on Wii U eShop
Being able to place the Switch in a vertical position is very handy considering how many shoot 'em up games continue to get released on the Nintendo eShop on a regular basis. According to a PR from Ratalaika Games, the next one due out sometime in September is FullBlast by UFO Crash Games. If the name...
Friday17th Aug 2018
Random Honda Commercial Shows Mario Bros. 3 Being Played With SNES Controllers In HD
Dark magic at work?
As technology continues to improve, so does the equipment inside our everyday automobiles. Video game devices in cars aren't exactly new, but we couldn't help but question what exactly was going on in one Facebook commercial posted by Honda Australia last month. The commercial plays out just like you'd expect from any car...
News Grab Discounts On Classic Pokémon Titles With The Latest North American My Nintendo Rewards
"Wonderful!"
The North American My Nintendo Rewards site has updated with a new batch of discounts for games on Nintendo 3DS and Wii U. This time around, the focus is on Pokémon, Pokémon, and a little bit more Pokémon. The pocket monster theme has been established in celebration of the latest digital distribution taking place in Pokémon...
Random How Much Would It Cost To Buy A House In Breath Of The Wild In Real Life?
A lot less than you'd think
Buying your own humble abode inside a video game can be a very satisfying part of the experience, and in some cases, can actually be at the centre of the game's entire makeup. Adding customisation options to your new build only adds to the excitement, and we can only begin to imagine the vast amount of virtual homes that...
News Blizzard Would "Love" To Have Diablo In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
And Bowser in a Blizzard game
In case you missed the bombshell yesterday - and the rumours flying around just before then - it has been confirmed that Diablo III Eternal Collection will be arriving on Switch later this year. Adding a powerful portable dimension to its dungeon crawling, RPG action, this gam
Review Next Up Hero (Switch eShop)
Lives long enough to see itself become the villain
No one likes kicking the bucket in a game. Whether you’re licking your wounds in a beat-’em-up or lamenting a mistimed jump in a platformer, death is the constant that keeps us coming back for more with respawns, ‘Game Over’ screens and more. But what if popping your proverbial clogs could...
News Diablo III Will Run At 60fps In Docked And Portable Mode On Nintendo Switch
Rest assured
Due to the hybrid design of the Switch, the frame rate and resolution is always a big talking point when a new game is released on the platform. With the upcoming release Diablo III Eternal Collection, Blizzard intends to offer the best experience possible. Speaking to Eurogamer this time, Blizzard senior producer Pete Stilwell said...
News A New Set Of Let's Go Pikachu And Eevee Videos Showcase Different Pokémon Battle Animations
And even a double battle
Earlier this month, we shared a set of videos from the Official Japanese Pokémon YouTube channel which showed how different types of Pokémon follow the trainer in Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!. Now, the channel has uploaded another set of videos showing off various monsters taking part in battles, with...
News Every Single Pokémon Starter Is Getting A Brand New Official Plush Toy
Gotta buy all of these, too
Continuing the recent trend of Pokémon plush mega releases, a new wave of toys featuring every starter Pokémon in the series is about to be released in Japan. Recently, we've seen every generation one Pokémon be included in a line of miniature plushes - although only the first 30 have released so far - and then some...
News Your Choices In Digimon Survive Can Lead To The Death Of In-Game Friends
Choose wisely
Some new details surrounding the upcoming Digimon Survive have been shared, giving us a look at two of the game's characters and some interesting information on story choices. The information is still only coming in drip feeds here and there, but we're slowly starting to form a clear picture of what to expect. The first character...
News Treat Yourself To The Dead Cells Signature Edition With A Second Chance To Pre-Order
Standard physical edition also available
Physical editions of the critically acclaimed Dead Cells have launched today, bringing with them another chance to pre-order the super fancy Signature Edition bundle. If you're not up to speed on this recent roguelike/Metroidvania hit, Dead Cells is an addictive, difficult, and fun little title which we...
Random Ever Wondered What's Inside A SNES Controller? Here's A Look
Helpful instructions
If you think back to the glory days of the Super Nintendo, you might recall how there were two versions of the system available. Even now, the unique controllers are still used to debate which one is the best. A recent post on Reddit has brought attention to the fact SNES controllers include assembly instructions on the inside...
News Blizzard's StarCraft Series Unlikely To Be Released On Nintendo Switch
"Next level requirements"
During the same chat with GameSpot about the Switch version of Diablo III, Blizzard senior producer Pete Stilwell shot down hopes of StarCraft 2 being ported across to the platform. The Nintendo 64 version of StarCraft was cited as the reason why Blizzard likely wouldn’t make an attempt to port the insanely popular...
News Overwatch For Nintendo Switch Is Feasible, According to Blizzard Senior Producer
The Switch needs heroes
With the Diablo III Eternal Collection now officially confirmed to be coming to the Nintendo Switch this autumn, there’s been much buzz about certain other games Blizzard could eventually release on the platform. When asked by GameSpot
A prayer for the dying
The term ‘old-school’ can often be a poisoned chalice when it comes to the pantheon of the FPS, but every now and then a title emerges from the crowd that captures the brutality and unrelenting action of the classic corridor shooter. It’s time to acquaint yourself with the righteous violence of Polygod. Make no mistake...
News Brazilian Ratings Board Suggests THQ Nordic Is Bringing Three New Games To Switch
So much pointing, so much clicking
Some newly discovered game listings on a Brazilian ratings board suggest that publisher THQ Nordic is set to release three as-of-yet unannounced Switch games. The three titles in question are Deponia Doomsday, The Book of Unwritten Tales 2, and The Raven Remastered, all of which have seen releases on other...
News KillHouse Games Reveals Door Kickers: Action Squad Is Targeting Switch Release
Kick doors with your friends
It seems like every time a new game is announced, with it follows the inevitable question asking if it will come to the Nintendo Switch. This is exactly how the KillHouse Games' title Door Kickers: Action Squad has been confirmed for the system. Replying to a fan question on its Facebook page, KillHouse Games...
Deals Grab This Free Question Block Lamp With Your Super Mario Party Pre-Order In The UK
Range of lamp designs available, too!
Super Mario Party is only a month and a half away from releasing on Switch, and if you want to get your pre-orders in early, you can even come away with a funky little bonus. The Nintendo Official UK Store is offering a Super Mario Party bundle which includes a free Question Block 3D Lamp. The...
News Nintendo Published Game Fitness Boxing Appears On Australian Classification Board
Get ready for a workout
During the month of July, Nintendo's latest financial results made reference to Imagineer's upcoming title, Fitness Boxing. Prior to this, the original announcement revealed the Switch game would follow on from the Shape Boxing series on the Wii, and would reportedly use the Joy-Con to simulate intensive boxing...
Video Check Out Surgeon Simulator CPR In All Its Gory With This Debut Switch Trailer
Operations on the go
Last month, we received confirmation that Surgeon Simulator CPR would be heading to Switch this autumn, and now we can finally get our first look at the game. Taking on the role of Nigel Burke - a would-be surgeon with a less-than-conventional toolkit - players are expected to perform a range of terrifying transplants in the...
News Felix The Reaper Will Blend Life, Death And Romantic Comedy When It Hits Switch Next Year
A match made in Heaven?
Daedalic Entertainment has announced that it will be publishing Felix the Reaper, a musical, romantic comedy 3D puzzle adventure, on Nintendo Switch in 2019. The game comes from Danish indie developer Kong Orange, which describes the title as a “3D shadow manipulation puzzle adventure”. Players take on the...
Thursday16th Aug 2018
Guide Fortnite: Week 6 Challenges - Season 5 Battle Pass, Drift & Road Trip Explained
Bigger & better
Grab yourself a Battle Pass in Fortnite and you can take on a bunch of Weekly Challenges that not only give you a perfect excuse to play, but provide you with the best rewards. There are free and upgraded (premium) versions of the Battle Pass in Season 5. The free version offers you just three challenges, while you'll have to pay...
News Diablo III Eternal Collection Officially Announced For Nintendo Switch
"Definitive version"
Following the recent rumours surrounding a Diablo III release on Switch, Blizzard Entertainment has now confirmed that Diablo III Eternal Collection is making its way to the console this autumn. This definitive version of the game will include all the features and content from every expansion and update, as well...
News Gear.Club Unlimited 2 Revealed Exclusively For Nintendo Switch
Get back behind the wheel
Microïds has revealed that Gear.Club Unlimited 2 - a sequel to the racer which sped onto Switch towards the end of last year - is also destined for Nintendo's hybrid console. This new entry to the series will have you racing along on more than 1800 miles (almost 3000km) of roads on mountainsides, through nature...
Guide Fortnite: Timed Trials Locations & How To Complete Them
Quickly now
Complete Timed Trials is one of the Battle Pass Challenges in Season 5 of Fortnite. Beat it and you'll earn Battle Stars that will help boost you up the tiers f
Nintendo Download 16th August (North America)
Keep Talking And Nobody Explodes, The Walking Dead and some fruity racing!
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 a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch...
Rumour Leak Signals Blizzard's Diablo 3 Will Unleash Hell On Switch This Year
Mounting evidence
Rumours of Diablo 3 coming to the Nintendo Switch have been flying about for some time now. Earlier this year in February, Blizzard tweeted a Diablo-themed night light being 'switched' on and off. Blizzard at the time denied the game's existence and said it wasn't that clever. Now, according to a number of sites including The Verge...
Random Game Boy Title Terminator 2 Got Into A Pickle Over One Character's Small 'Bangs'
"Her 'bangs' were too small"
If you're a die-hard fan of Arnold Schwarzenegger's Terminator films, or even just classic arcade shooters, you may well have picked up a copy of Terminator 2: Judgement Day on Game Boy. Also released on SNES, this was an official tie-in to the movie of the same name, but the developers faced a rather comical issue...
Gallery A Closer Look At The Nintendo Snack Pack, The Portable Solution For Retro Gaming
All the old favourites
Earlier this month, we shared the progress of Marcel J. de Haan's 'Snack Pack' - a fan-made portable TV that had been fully customised to play a whole host of NES, SNES, and Sega titles. Since then, more images have been shared online, showing the final result in a little more detail; as you wonderful bunch seemed to fall...
News Super Street: The Game Will Let You Burn Rubber On Your Nintendo Switch
Arriving later this year
Prominent racing games are in limited supply right now on the Switch. Outside of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, there aren’t many other options when it comes to burning rubber in docked or portable mode. V-Rally 4 is on the horizon, but with the Need for Speed franchise currently on hiatus, street racers have been thrown out onto...
News My Nintendo Stores In Europe Are Now Offering Store Vouchers For Your Gold Coins
More rewards added, too!
Just last week, we reported on the news that a handful of European Nintendo online stores were being rebranded, all coming together under the 'My Nintendo' name. Some rather large changes have occurred as a result of this change, with one such addition being the introduction of store vouchers. There are three different...
Guide Fortnite: Stone Heads Location - Where To Search Where The Stone Heads Are Looking
Treasure hunt
Search where the Stone Heads are looking is one of the Battle Pass Challenges in Season 5 of Fortnite. Complete it and you'll earn Battle Stars that will help
Video How Music Was Made On The SNES
The hard work behind the scenes
Video game soundtracks can make up a huge part of a player's overall gaming experience; hearing just a couple of notes from your favourite games as a child can instantly transport you back to that world, bringing back all those feelings you thought you'd forgotten. Once they've entered your head for the first time,...
Review Manual Samuel (Switch eShop)
Blink and you’ll miss it
Upon firing up Manual Samuel – a game which released on other platforms back in 2016 – you’re immediately informed by the cod-British narrator that Sam is a total brat. An ultra-privileged upbringing has created a man with zero empathy who lacks the most basic social graces. His douchebaggery leads to a concussion...
Review Red's Kingdom (Switch eShop)
A tough nut to crack
Red’s Kingdom is one of those games that, despite being released on iOS devices originally, really does lend itself to the Switch’s slightly beefier portable setup. Almost everything about this puzzle adventure appears to have been designed for portable play, but the package is strong and well polished enough to make the...
Nintendo Download 16th August (Europe)
State of Mind, 2064: Read Only Memories and a Vegas Party!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch - New Releases: State of...
News Mario, Metroid And Star Fox Feature In The Latest European My Nintendo Rewards
And those Octopath Traveler case covers
The latest batch of My Nintendo rewards has now gone live in Europe, with a collection of Wii U and 3DS games being offered at a discounted price alongside those lovely Octopath Traveler Switch case covers that were released in the US recently. Here's the full list of games that have been added to the...
Review Tetra's Escape (Switch eShop)
Attack the block
Ever wondered what would happen if gaming grandaddy Tetris decided it didn’t want to spend the rest of its days dropping blocky shapes down an endless chute? Where would it go next? Try its hand as a first-person shooter perhaps? No, too predictable. A fighting game cameo? No, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has already reached full...
Random Perfect Dark Speedrunner Matches Air Force One World Record
Less than a minute
The speedrunning community is known for supporting classic games over a prolonged period of time. To this day, there are still many people worldwide actively playing older games in a competitive fashion on a daily basis. Twitch speedrunner, Kevin “KevinDDR” Birrell is one of them. Kotaku UK reports h
News Become A Ninja Master When The Messenger Arrives On Switch eShop Later This Month
8-bit to 16-bit
A listing on the Switch eShop has revealed The Messenger is estimated to arrive in North America on August 30th for $19.99. Devolver Digital and developer Sabotage originally showed the 2D game earlier this year at the Nindies Showcase. The eShop release channels classic series such as Shinobi, while adding in plenty of...
News Celebi Is Headed To Pokémon GO For All Players Next Week
Voice of the forest
Celebi, the mythical Pokémon which first appeared in Pokémon Gold and Silver, will be available for all players in Pokémon GO starting from next week. The legendary creature will become available through a new Special Research questline which will be kicking off on 20th August. Players will encounter tasks that will...
News Battle Royale Newcomer Crazy Justice Will Support "Splatoon-Style Motion Controls"
More Battle Royale goodness
Some fresh details have been shared for Crazy Justice, the latest Battle Royale title aiming to challenge Fortnite for supremacy on Switch, and they definitely sound most welcome. The news comes from an updated FAQ list on developer Black Riddle Studio's website, in which various little nuggets of information are shared...
News Play-Asia Teases New eastasiasoft Switch Game To Be Revealed In Seven Days
With a wonderful tweet
Play-Asia has teased an upcoming Nintendo Switch game through its eastasiasoft publishing arm, noting that we'll find out exactly what's in store in just seven days time. The announcement came in the form of a creative, and typically cute, tweet, as seen below. We've no idea what type of game we'll see from the...
News ESRB Rating Reveals Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams Is Switch-Bound
Update: Now officially confirmed
Update: Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams – Owltimate Edition has now been officially confirmed for Nintendo Switch. This 'Owltimate' Edtion contains the original Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams as well as all existing DLC, including Rise Of The Owlverlord, and will be playable at this year's...
News Among The Sleep Developer Krillbite Reveals Mosaic, A New Game In The Works For Switch
When life takes a very strange turn...
Krillbite Studio, along with publisher Raw Fury, has revealed that a brand new game is currently in the works for Nintendo Switch. Named Mosaic, the title will arrive in "summer 2019". Mosaic is a mysterious narrative game in which you follow the repetitive and lonely life of an average commuter. The...
News Old School Musical Brings 8-Bit Era Rhythm Game Action To Switch Next Month
With an absolutely bonkers trailer
Game publisher Playdius and indie developer La Moutarde have announced today that their upcoming rhythm game Old School Musical will release digitally for Nintendo Switch in September. The game follows the adventures of Tib and Rob, two video game characters trained by their mother to be top class...
News Mysterious Puzzler Flood Of Light Will Brighten Up Your Switch Next Week
And there's a gorgeous trailer, too
Indie publisher indienova has announced that its upcoming puzzle game Flood of Light will be available on Nintendo Switch on 23rd August. Flood of Light is a rather melancholic-looking puzzle game with an intriguing art style and original soundtrack. The trailer above should hopefully give you a sense of what to...
Feature A Day In The Life Of Manual Samuel With Dev Perfectly Paranormal
Dicing with Death, one step at a time
With an interesting combination of slapstick humour and dark themes, hilariously bonkers animated adventure Manual Samuel releases on Nintendo Switch today, 16th August. By performing everyday mundane tasks such as getting dressed and going to work, as well as basic human functions, Manual Samuel...
Wednesday15th Aug 2018
News Japanese Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu And Eevee Pre-Orders Include Figures And Exclusive Art Book
No such luck in the west
With Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!'s release date coming ever closer, the official Japanese Pokémon Twitter account has shared information on the pre-order bonuses available in the region. Needless to say, they happen to be much more extravagant than the western counterparts. As you can see,...
News Team Cherry Changes Title Of Final Hollow Knight Content Pack Due To Name Clash
No more conflict
As you may recall, back in July, Australian-based developer Team Cherry announced the final, and entirely free, Hollow Knight expansion - Gods & Glory - would be released on 23rd August. Today, the developer has revealed the game will receive an "11th hour change" due to a name clash with a certain...
News Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate Is Getting A Free Demo On Switch Tomorrow
Try it out for yourself
With Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate's western Switch release date rapidly approaching, Capcom has announced that it will be offering a free demo for those eager enough to get stuck into the action early. The best news? It's available tomorrow. No extra details were shared about the demo - such as all of the lovely...
Review CastleStorm (Switch eShop)
Our arrows will blot out the sun
The RTS genre is a tricky one to pull off correctly on consoles due to the limitations imposed by the much smaller number of available buttons on a controller. Still, games like Pikmin have shown that it can be done smartly, and there are ways to infuse RTS elements into another genre, like Tower Defense, as...
News THQ Nordic Acquires TimeSplitters Series, Suggests A New Game Is On The Way
Also acquires Second Sight
Koch Media - a publisher and distributor owned by THQ Nordic - has announced that it has acquired the arcade shooter series TimeSplitters, suggesting that a new game could well be on the way in the process. Released across the early 2000s, TimeSplitters is a series of three shooters that feature a cartoon-like...
News Nintendo Reveals New Switch Bundle Exclusive To Walmart In The US
With two games included
Nintendo has revealed a brand new Nintendo Switch bundle featuring two games in one handy package, coming exclusively to Walmart in the US. Mario Tennis Aces seems to be the star of the show, dominating the box cover, but 1-2-Switch is also finally included to add to the multiplayer appeal. The Switch comes with...
News Horrifying FMV Game Night Trap Is Arriving On The Switch eShop Next Week
So bad it's good
Night Trap fans rejoice, the ‘90s interactive FMV game is finally coming across to the Nintendo Switch eShop next week on 24th August. The player's role, as instructed by police, is to keep an eye on teenagers at a slumber party while protecting them from any vampiric threats by watching live surveillance footage of the...
News Fishing Game From Wii Generation Resurfaces On The Nintendo Switch
Includes a fishing rod peripheral
Fishing continues to be a fun pastime in video games, so how about an entire game about it? The 2009 Wii release Bass Pro Shops: The Strike looks to be swimming across to the Switch according to recent listings on GameStop and Amazon Germany. Bass Pro Shops: The Strike - Championship Edition comes bundled...
News Switch Continues Its Hardware Dominance In Japanese Charts, Games Fill 16 Of Top 20 Spots
Didn't get the number one spot, though
Nintendo's Japanese chart success has continued once again this week, with the Switch being the most popular consoleand its games filling sixteen of the top twenty places. It wasn't a Switch or 3DS title sitting on top of the pile this time around, as the newly released Yakuza 3 soared to the top...
Review Robbotto (Switch eShop)
Robo Bobble
Once upon a time, in an era where arcades were the verdant breeding grounds of gaming’s next big thing, there was a little game called Bubble Bobble. This cutesy platformer from Taito followed the adventures of Bob and Bub, a pair of diminutive dragons who used the power of bubbles to dispatch their enemies in adorable fashion. It...
News Etrian Odyssey Nexus Announced For Nintendo 3DS In The West, Available February 2019
Dropping the 'X'
Atlus has revealed that Etrian Odyssey Nexus - known as Etrian Odyssey X in Japan - will be heading westward in February next year. The game was released in Japan on 2nd August, acting as the final game of the series on Nintendo 3DS. Atlus has already teased future titles - seemingly coming to Switch - but it's great to see this...
News Little Dragons Café Secures A September Release Date On Switch In Europe
North America still set for August
Rising Star Games has confirmed the release date for Little Dragons Café in Europe, and eager fans won't have too long to wait to get cooking. The news comes via Rising Star Games' Twitter account and, as you can see below, the date of 21st September has been set for the region. No updates have been provided for...
News The Critically Acclaimed Gone Home Is Headed To Nintendo Switch Next Week
For real this time
The Fullbright Company and Annapurna Interactive have announced that Gone Home, a critically acclaimed interactive adventure, will be released on Switch next week. If you're unfamiliar with the name, Gone Home is a first-person exploration adventure set in 1995. Taking the role of Katie, players simply explore their...
News DOOM Eternal's Protagonist Is Faster And More Powerful Than Ever Before
Unleash the demon inside
Based on the extended trailer shown at this year’s QuakeCon, DOOM Eternal looks to be the most intense entry in the series so far. In an interview with Gamereactor, the creative director Hugo Martin said this was primarily because the team had worked on making the game's hero faster and more powerful than ever before:...
News Turn Up The Heat In The Kitchen With Overcooked 2's New Game Plus Mode
Serving up soon
If preparing meals with your family and friends wasn’t already stressful enough in Overcooked 2, developer Ghost Town Games has revealed it is hard at work on a new game plus mode which will give three-star chefs an excuse to replay all 45 levels in order to earn a new four-star ranking. Here's the official announcement:...
News Rodent-Based Beat ‘Em Up Game Hamsterdam Launches Kickstarter For Switch Version
Pledge your support
New York-based developers Muse Games have today unveiled Hamsterdam, a brawling "hamster-fu" beat ‘em up designed for Nintendo Switch. The once peaceful town of Hamsterdam - a strange, alternate Amsterdam that is populated by Hamsters - is in grave danger, with the vile chinchilla Marlo and his Rodent Gang wreaking havoc...
News Latest Fortnite Patch Adds New Weapon, Brand New Mode And The Return Of Sniper Shootout
The 'Soaring 50's'
Fortnite has seen yet another update today, bringing the game to Version 5.21. This time around we have a brand new weapon entering the fray, a new limited-time mode, and the return of Sniper Shootout. Kicking things off with the new weapon, players will now have access to the Heavy Sniper Rifle. This weapon allows you to deliver...
News The First Splatoon 2 Online Qualifier For The UK Championship 2018 Kicks Off This Weekend
Sign up now
If you live in the UK and want to enter the Splatoon 2 competitive scene, or even if you're already a pro-fresh-ional Squid looking for more prizes to be had, you may be interested to know about this online qualifier coming up this weekend. WIth the juicy prize of qualification into The Splatoon 2 UK Championship 2018...
Tuesday14th Aug 2018
News Nintendo Shares Image Of Super Mario Bros. 3 In Action On Switch
Better than nothing?
At the end of last week, Nintendo of America narrowed down the release window of the new online service for Switch. It was revealed it would launch around the end of September, following an Amazon leak back in July. The same announcement also noted how there would be a “
News This Switch Dongle Can Replace Your Dock And Includes An Ethernet Port
More portable than ever
If you've ever found yourself thinking that the Switch's dock isn't quite portable enough for you, this third-party alternative may well solve your problems. The new innoAura Nintendo Switch USB-C Multiport Adapter aims to stand as a replacement for your official dock, getting rid of the need for...
News Sega Wanted To Impress Nintendo With F-Zero GX, Despite Losing The Hardware War
"We were able to achieve something"
In the same EDGE feature about Toshihiro Nagoshi's long career at Sega, the development cycle of the GameCube-hit F-Zero GX was addressed. Nagoshi explained how during this period he realised Nintendo and Sega operated in a similar manner, but it was finer details that set them apart. He further elaborated...
News Praise The Sun! Dark Souls: Remastered On Switch Has A Confirmed Release Date
Resolution, FPS and amiibo details, too!
Bandai Namco has announced a new, confirmed release date for Dark Souls: Remastered on Switch. You'll finally be able to get your hands on this portable remaster on 19th October. Back in April, Bandai Namco revealed that the game had been delayed until the summer. With the summer months almost behind...
News Undertale Collector's Edition Secures Western September Release On Switch
Merchandise also available
A couple of weeks ago, news broke that Undertale would be hitting Japanese shelves this September, alongside a lovely Collector's Edition for good measure. It has now been confirmed that western territories will also be getting the game, and its additional box of goodies, in the same month. Yes, the indie RPG will be...
News Nintendo Didn’t Want Yakuza Series, According To Sega’s Toshihiro Nagoshi
Denied
Sega’s Yakuza games have been associated with Sony’s consoles for a long time now. There was a brief Japan-only trial of the series on Wii U with the 2013 release of Yakuza 1 & 2 HD, but sales bombed with the bundle shipping less than 2000 copies in its debut week. In a recent interview with EDGE, Sega’s Toshihiro Nagoshi...
News Did Luigi's 'Death' In Smash Bros. Ultimate Secretly Hint At A New Single-Player Campaign?
Fans certainly think so
You'll very likely recall the recent Super Smash Bros. Ultimate direct, which - amongst other things - revealed a plethora of new content in the form of characters, stages, and modes. You might also recall that Luigi seemed to have his soul ripped out during the show, and a large section of the game's main menu was...
News Super Monkey Ball Was A Budget Project Transformed Into A Quality Game
Absolutely bananas
If Super Monkey Ball on GameCube ever felt to you like a quality game on a budget, that’s because it was according to Sega’s CCO, Toshihiro Nagoshi. In an extensive EDGE feature, he spoke about company’s years during the GameCube generation, reflecting on how the CEO was always being changed - with the newest one, at the...
News Smartphone Ring Holders Will Soon Be Available For Your Switch's Joy-Con
For when the straps aren't enough
If you're a fan of smartphone gadgets and accessories - perhaps to enhance your Pokémon GO trips - you may well be aware of phone rings. By plonking one of these little rings on the back of your device, you can help to keep it secure in your hand at all times, and now Japan is getting a double set designed to...
News Pokémon Go Returns To Top Of The Charts On US iOS App Store
The very best
Since it was launched, Niantic’s mobile title Pokémon GO has been extremely successful. In July, new estimates revealed the game had gone from strength to strength surpassing a whopping $1.8 billion in total revenue. Although the game's player base had dwindled since its super-launch in 2016, $2 million was apparently...
News My Little Riding Champion Is Galloping Towards A Release On Nintendo Switch
"Dedicated to the many horse lovers out there"
Toplitz Productions and Bigben have joined forces to bring My Little Riding Champion to PC and consoles this autumn, with a Switch release coming "at a later date". Described as being "dedicated to the many horse lovers out there", My Little Riding Champion is set to offer...
News Patrick Stewart Stars In My Memory Of Us, A Puzzle-Story Game Headed To Switch
"A moving story"
Crunching Koalas has revealed My Memory of Us as its latest game headed to Switch, starring none other than Patrick Stewart (from Star Trek: The Next Generation and X-Men fame) as the narrator. My Memory of Us is a puzzle-based, side-scrolling story game based around the idea of hope and heroism standing in the face of...
News The Bug Butcher Brings Action-Packed 2D Side-Scrolling To Switch This Summer
Who ya gonna call?
2Awesome Studio has announced its first game as a publisher, teaming up with Awfully Nice Studios to bring The Bug Butcher to Nintendo Switch this summer. The Bug Butcher is an action-packed 2D side-scroller shoot 'em up game where your main threat comes from above. The core mechanics are heavily inspired by classic arcade...
News Overcooked 2 Cooks Up An Eighth Place Spot In The UK Charts, Crash Bandicoot Still On Top
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe number one in individual formats
Overcooked 2 has managed to make a nice dent in the UK charts in its first week on sale, but there are still no signs of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy moving away from that top spot despite several new releases. Yes, Crash has kept hold of its number one place in the charts for the seventh...
News Real Bout Fatal Fury 2 Is This Week's Switch Neo Geo Game
Your latest ACA Neo Geo classic
Hamster has confirmed that this week's Neo Geo title heading to Switch is none other than Real Bout Fatal Fury 2. Yes, this fighting game will be joining Hamsters' ever-growing lineup of faithfully reproduced classic titles, becoming available on Switch this Thursday (16th August). The original game...
News Ball-Juggling Platformer HackyZack Bounces Onto Switch Next Week
With exclusive two-player mode
Digerati has announced that HackyZack, a puzzle-platformer that released on Steam last year, is headed to Nintendo Switch next week. In this game, you play as the titular Zack, juggling balls, bouncing off walls, and avoiding fatal falls. You'll be trying to make it through over 100 levels of precision...
Monday13th Aug 2018
Identity crisis
From beginning to end, State of Mind is a game of polarising contrasts. It has an intriguing sci-fi setting, but a story that tries to make one too many social commentaries and ends up muddled as a result. It uses low-poly character models, but boasts some of the most impressive environmental textures and lighting we’ve ever seen...
Tuesday14th Aug 2018
Review Cosmic Star Heroine (Switch eShop)
A JRPG that moves at light speed
Agent Alyssa L'Salle is the kind of peppy, grown up, consummately capable protagonist we so rarely seem to get in JRPGs these days. She's not the type to wallow in melancholy or self-doubt, or even to stick around in one place for too long. In fact, she's the perfect front for Cosmic Star Heroine - a game that pays a...
Monday13th Aug 2018
News HyperX Announces First Gaming microSD Cards For North America, Designed For Switch
Up to 256GB
HyperX, the gaming division of memory storage giant Kingston Technology, has today announced a new line of 'Gaming microSD' cards for North America. Designed specifically for use with Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, the HyperX Gaming microSD cards feature read speeds of 100MB/s and write speeds of 80MB/s1, meeting the...
Review 2064: Read Only Memories INTEGRAL (Switch eShop)
Back to the future
Author Bruce Stirling one defined cyberpunk as being a combination of "low-life and high-tech". 2064: Read Only Memories INTEGRAL certainly earns that description, but it also shoots for something a little loftier and more idealistic. This retrofuturistic point-and-click adventure game tackles weighty (and familiar) themes like...
News A Sealed Pokémon Trading Card Game Booster Box Just Sold For Nearly $70,000
Holy moly!
An unopened Pokémon Trading Card Game booster box has just been sold on an online auction, with the final bid reaching a staggering $68,880 (around £54,000). If you're seriously into your Pokémon cards, you'll no doubt be aware that some of the earliest designs - especially when they are first editions - can fetch a pretty penny...
Review Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2 (Switch eShop)
Brains, Nazis and a whole lot of fun
The first Guns, Gore & Cannoli blasted its way onto the Nintendo Switch in December of last year, and although the run ‘n’ gun, zombie apocalyptic title was met with a mostly fair reception by fans and critics alike, there was inarguably room for improvement. Now, Crazy Monkey Studios brings the...
Random Rare Employee Reveals Original Name Of K. Rool And Donkey Kong Country
"Slightly rubbish"
After what feels like forever, the king of the Kremlings is finally coming to Super Smash Bros. Following King K. Rool being officially revealed for the
News A Potential Wii U Splatoon Predecessor Was Scrapped Due To Leaked Information
A project with High Voltage at the helm
During the Wii's illustrious time on the market, developer High Voltage was a studio known for bringing mature shooters to the console, filling a void left by Nintendo itself. With franchises like The Conduit series, and the eventually cancelled The Grinder - a dark shooter that was set to involve...
News DOOM Eternal On Switch Will Target 30fps
"No sacrifice to the experience"
Following the reveal of DOOM Eternal, more information regarding the Switch version of the game has begun to emerge. Eurogamer had the chance to sit down with the game's executive producer Marty Stratton and the creative director Hugo Ma
News Cyber Gadget Reveals New Third-Party Switch Controller With Customisable Macro Buttons
It's wireless, too
Japanese accessory maker Cyber Gadget has revealed a new wave of controllers for the Nintendo Switch. Launching in Japan later this year, these controllers will support gyro controls and some very tasty customisation options. Available in both wired and wireless variants, these controllers can be purchased in either black, blue,...
News Nintendo Has Sold Over 700 Million Video Game Consoles To Date
727.65 million to be exact
We all know that the Nintendo Switch has been selling like hotcakes - especially during its first year on the market - but how have the company's consoles performed throughout history? Well, thanks to additional figures from Nintendo's recent financial report, we can break down each individual system to see exactly how...
Review Prehistoric Isle 2 (Switch eShop / Neo Geo)
Fancy-looking retro shmup action
1999’s Prehistoric Isle 2 sees dinosaurs on the rampage because it’s a video game and that’s just the sort of thing that happens. It’s up to you (or you and a friend) to jump into an attack helicopter and fly through six stages, blasting the dinosaurs back to extinction whilst also trying to rescue people...
News Donkey Kong Country Designer Shows Off Early King K. Rool And Kremling Art Concepts
A much more serious design
Rare employee Gregg Mayles is at it again, giving us even more tasty insights into the makings of the Donkey Kong Country franchise. Earlier today, Mayles shared a list of the original names for Donkey Kong Country's characters and even the game itself, including the recent addition to the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate...
News Kickstarter Project Garden Paws Striving For a Switch Release
Scheduled for December 2019
The Nintendo Switch is arguably the ideal platform for lifestyle and simulation games as you can take it with you anywhere you go. With this in mind, a new Kickstarter Project under this same genre is targeting a December 2019 Switch release. According to the Kickstarter page, Garden Paws by Bitten Toast...
News Devolver Digital Announces Gris, A Beautiful Puzzle-Platformer Coming To Switch
And a new trailer to show it off
Nomada Studio and Devolver Digital have announced Gris, a gorgeous looking puzzle-platformer that is headed to Switch and PC later this year. The game is described as a "serene and evocative narrative experience", with puzzles, platforming sequences, and optional skill-based challenges revealing themselves...
Feature Wild Gunman And The Unlikely Story Of Sega And Nintendo's Early Coin-Op Alliance
Before they were enemies...
They didn't call it a 'console war' for nothing; the titanic struggle for domination of the living room that took place between Sega and Nintendo in the 1990s has gone down as the stuff of video gaming legend. The two companies fought tooth and nail during the 16-bit era, with the SNES and Mega Drive (Genesis if you're in...
News Kenichiro Tsukuda Explains How Daemon X Machina Will Be The Best Mech Game
Catering to player lifestyles
Speaking with Nintendo recently, Daemon X Machina producer Kenichiro Tsukuda explained how his game would take into consideration the many environments people play in when asked about how he would provide the best mech game experience possible: One way we hope to achieve that is by making it appropriate for the
News Fall Of Light: Darkest Edition Brings Dark Souls-Inspired RPG Action To Switch Next Week
Release date confirmed
Indie publisher Digerati has confirmed Fall of Light: Darkest Edition's release date on Switch - and we don't have very long to wait. The game will be available directly from the Nintendo eShop on 23rd August. The game is a story-driven action RPG set within a world consumed by darkness. You play as Nyx, an old warrior who...
News My Time At Portia Devs Are Bringing Puzzle-Exploration Game Protoform To Switch
Puzzle solving and story-telling
CIRCLE Entertainment has announced a partnership with developer Pathea Games to release the studio’s next game on Nintendo Switch: Protoform. Details surrounding the title are still rather slim at the moment, with the game set to arrive at some point in 2019, but it is said to feature a sizeable...
News Splatoon 2's Producer Talks About Fresh In-Game Culture And Lore
Cool squid kids
The world of Splatoon has a very youthful look about it, and that’s not just because it’s a fresh IP. In a brand new Nintendo published interview translated by Nintendo Everything, Hisashi Nogami once again touched on the culture within Splatoon 2 following the release of the
Feature Let's Go On A Parade With Pikachu And Eevee In Yokohama, Japan
Spectacular summer festival of Pokémon
The annual Pikachu Outbreak event held in Yokohama, a Japanese city south of Tokyo, had extra significance this year with the release of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! coming up on Nintendo Switch in November. It should come as no surprise then, that the games' mascots Pikachu and Eevee were...
Sunday12th Aug 2018
No Saiyans for Smash?
While Goku is busy readying himself for the upcoming release of Dragon Ball FighterZ on the Switch, fans of the popular anime character have supposedly been discussing the possibility of him making a cameo in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. According to Comicbook.com, Goku's English voice actor Sean Schemm
News Tomb Raider Won’t Be Making The Switch Anytime Soon, According To Eidos Montreal
“No plans”
Lara Croft’s latest game trilogy has revitalised her career. There’s even been a new movie released earlier this year following her recent success. Speaking to GameSpot, Eidos Montreal lead game designer Heath Smith said despite Lara's surge in popularity she wouldn’t be making the switch anytime soon, as there were...
Video Digital Foundry Compares Okami On Switch To Past Versions
Timeless
With some modern enhancements here and there, Capcom's Okami still looks as beautiful as it did when it was originally released back in 2006. As it's been ported across to multiple devices over the years - including the Nintendo Wii, it's been given regular visual makeovers. Okami HD - now available on the Nintendo...
News id Software Evaluating If Rage 2 Would Be Possible On Switch
“We stream everything, and we’re just looking”
This year’s QuakeCon revealed DOOM Eternal - developed by id Software and published by Bethesda - would be coming to the Switch in the near future, with port specialist Panic Button officially handling the Nintendo version of the game. During an interview with
News DOOM Eternal's PvP Component Won't Be An Extension Of Existing Multiplayer Mode
Internally developed as well
At QuakeCon, Bethesda announced DOOM Eternal was coming to the Nintendo Switch at some point in the future. The game will be handled by port specialist Panic Button and will include a new "Invasion Mode" where players can enter other player’s campaign runs. It's no surprise the game will also include other...
Saturday11th Aug 2018
Comcept to blame
It’s fairly evident the handheld versions of Mighty No. 9 are stuck in video game development hell. Comcept has not provided an update on these iterations of the game since 2017 - essentially leaving backers in the dark. Following up from its investigation earlier this week, Destructoid has since explained how port specialist...
News Motion Twin Apologises For Frame Rate Drops In Switch Version Of Dead Cells
Aims to resolve issue as soon as possible
Dead Cells has been well-received since its release earlier this week on Switch, but according to Kotaku, one player who admits they are sensitive to "frame-drops and performance issues" has posted a public service announcement on Reddit to notify
News Flyhigh Works Live Broadcast Reveals A Handful Of New Games Coming To Switch
Get excited!
Flyhigh Works held a live broadcast on YouTube announcing multiple Switch games for Japan and also revealing entirely new titles coming to Nintendo's hybrid system in the near future. New games included mobile clicker sequel Captain StarOne (out this October), 2D action-adventure TRANSIRUBY (a 2019 release...
Random Shovel Knight "Coming Soon" To Competitive Brawler Rivals Of Aether
Still no sign of a Switch release
Yacht Club Games’ Shovel Knight has had a big week. First, he was revealed as an assist trophy during the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct, and now, developer Dan Fornace is adding him to his own competitive brawler, Rivals of Aether. The iconic character - armed with only a shovel - appears to be the...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 11th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
It's Saturday once again, so a whole bunch of team Nintendo Life have joined forces to bring you a detailed account of the games we'll be playing - or hope to play - over the next couple of days. There's quite a range of titles discussed this time around - although that pesky Square Enix RPG has cropped...
News Pokémon Quest Mobile Version Rakes In $8 Million After First Month
That’s a lot of money
When the free-to-download title Pokémon Quest was launched on mobile at the end of June, it generated $3 million in revenue in its first week, with a total of 3.5 million downloads. It’s now been a month since the game's release and Sensor Tower is reporting players have spent more than $8 mi
Friday10th Aug 2018
News The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Limited Edition Is Now Up For Pre-Order In Europe
Now with a steelbook
Remember the super-fancy looking Super Smash Bros. Ultimate limited edition that was revealed shortly after this week's Nintendo Direct? Well, you can now pre-order it directly from the Nintendo UK store. Containing a copy of the game, a Nintendo GameCube Controller - Super Smash Bros. edition, and a Nintendo GameCube...
Rumour Has Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Blurry Menu Section Been Figured Out?
Potential spoilers, of course
During the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct which took place on Wednesday, one interesting section towards the end of the show revealed the game's main menu. One section of this menu was blurred out, with Sakurai teasingly saying that we'll have to wait for more news on what it might be, but one fan has been...
News DOOM Eternal Will Raise Hell On Nintendo Switch
To hell, and back
Bethesda has announced that DOOM Eternal is coming to the Nintendo Switch, with Panic Button - the studio that ported DOOM and Wolfenstein II - handling conversion duties. The news came at this year's QuakeCon, with the publisher confirming a Nintendo version alongside the PS4, Xbox One and PC editions of the game...
News Nintendo Confirms Switch Online Service Will Launch In Second Half Of September
Will also feature a “growing library” of NES games
Nintendo Switch Online launches next month and there’s still only a minimal amount of information available about it. As we have already explained, the subscription-based service will arrive with a library of NES games - with more to be added over time. We also found out the service...
Review Unexplored (Switch eShop)
Crawling in the dark
While Unexplored finds itself in plenty of company on Nintendo Switch - the console is currently inundated with various takes on the procedurally generated roguelite - Ludomotion’s cyclic experience manages to offer something a little bit different. Yes, it’s top-down. Yes, it’s a dungeon crawler. And yes, it’s...
News Masahiro Sakurai's Arcade Days Taught Him To Be Mindful Of All Types Of Players
Life lessons
Masahiro Sakurai - the director and public face of the Super Smash Bros. series - is known for his tireless efforts when it comes to making video games. In a recent interview with The Guardian about Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the 48-year-old Tokyo-based developer discussed how his gaming experiences growing u
Rumour A Hidden VR Settings Menu Appears To Have Been Found On Switch
Is it on the way?
The topic of virtual reality on Switch seems to reappear in conversation every few months or so, with new rumours or speculation giving slight hope to the idea actually coming to fruition. While there are several reasons why a Switch VR setup doesn't seem entirely plausible - with the weight of the system being one - this new find...
News Assassin's Creed Odyssey Director Says He'd Port Game To Switch If He Could Do It Himself
If only
Aside from Assassin's Creed III and IV: Black Flag, which came to Wii U in 2012 and 2013 respectively, and a couple of Nintendo DS spin-offs before the turn of the decade, Ubisoft's action-adventure mega-franchise has been entirely absent on Nintendo platforms. The latest entry, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, is due on...
News Masahiro Sakurai Will Continue To Make Smash Bros. Games "If The Demand Is There"
Which it will be
We've only just been given our second taste of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate action, and the game is still months away from release, but that doesn't mean that the series' lead creator Masahiro Sakurai isn't already thinking about the future. With each Super Smash Bros. title that passes, whispers from the man himself...
News The Euro Nintendo Summer Sale Continues With Up To 80% Off Lots Of Switch And 3DS Games
Grab yourself more bargains!
A Nintendo Switch Summer Sale began in Europe last week, discounting a whole selection of games with up to 60% off in some cases. Now, the second portion of the celebration has started, and there are plenty more (and several bigger) cracking discounts for you to get stuck into. There are lots of highlights once...
Poll What Did You Think Of The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct?
Have your say
As the dust begins to settle, and as we finally manage to retrieve our well and truly blown-off socks, it seems like now is a good time to take a look back at the shenanigans, reveals, and juicy info that were all present in the recent Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct. Many went into the Direct with a degree of caution,...
Feature How The Messenger Aims To Fuse Ninja Gaiden, Metroid And Castlevania On Switch
"This is truly the best I can do"
Announced during Nintendo's Nindies Direct in March, side-scrolling action platformer The Messenger has caught our eye by keeping a retro feel but subverting player expectations, using classic graphical styles to compliment a time-travelling narrative. When a small, isolated village is attacked by an army of...
News Dragon Ball FighterZ Open Beta Launch Troubled By “Network Issues”
Should we be surprised?
Update: The servers appear to be back online. Before the launch of Dragon Ball FighterZ at the end of September, Bandai Namco is this week testing out the game’s online infrastructure. As previously announced, an open beta for the game was going live today to stress test the game and also give players a...
Review The Inner World - The Last Wind Monk (Switch eShop)
The greatest teacher, failure is
Released day-and-date with its predecessor on Switch, The Inner World - The Last Wind Monk continues the quirky, comic adventure of the hapless-yet-endearing Robert and his sassy counterpart, Laura. This is an iteration on the point-and-click original with all its character and humour (and inscrutable puzzles), plus...
Random A 1990 TV Interview With Shigeru Miyamoto Talks About Nintendo's Work Culture
A resurfaced treasure
We've seen Shigeru Miyamoto's ever-beaming self quite a lot over recent years, often during big events such as E3 where he's essentially presented as the face of Nintendo and an all-round gaming icon, but we don't often get the chance to see him in his younger days. Thanks to this rediscovered interview with the BBC,...
Video Exploring The Process Behind Mickey Mania's 'Into-The-Screen' Chase
A gaming first
If you cast your minds back to 1994, or allow yourself to simply imagine that time if you weren't born yet, you may remember Mickey Mania on the SNES. Developed by Traveller's Tales, this platformer also arrived on Sega Genesis and Sega CD, with one noteworthy element being its 3D, 'into-the-screen' chase - seemingly a first in...
News Capcom Releasing Mega Man 11 Demo In September
Mega demo
Mega Man 11 is shaping up to be something special with its new-gen style yet seemingly respectful take on the series. It’s due out on the Switch this October, but before then, a demo of the game will apparently be made available. The "Mega Man 11 Demo Version" is currently listed for 4th September, with the Switch equivalent reportedly...
News Salt And Sanctuary First Week Switch Sales Rival Steam Numbers
Another successful indie release
Indie developers have done a fantastic job supporting the Switch in recent times. With plenty of room to move in between Nintendo's games and bigger third-party releases, there’s been plenty of sales success for games like Hollow Knight, Death Squared, and even Thimbleweed Park. All of the developers behind...
Video Here's What It's Like To Play Mario Kart In VR
Reality bites
Mario Kart VR has been a thing in Japan for a while now, but the concept has only recently made its way to the UK, with Namco Bandai setting up a unit at Hollywood Bowl inside the O2 in London this month. Simon Davidian paid a visit
News Graceful Explosion Machine Dev Announces Super Crush K.O. For Switch
A brawler/shoot 'em up hybrid
Graceful Explosion Machine developer, Vertex Pop, has announced a brand new game headed to Switch next year: Super Crush K.O. The game is a fast-paced brawler/shoot-em-up hybrid set in a vibrant, near-future city. Players will be able to take control of a neon-wearing, robot-stomping hero, aiming to save humanity from...
Guide Fortnite: Snobby Shores Treasure Map Location
Treasure hunt
Follow the treasure map found in Snobby Shores is one of the Battle Pass Challenges in Season 5 of Fortnite. To achieve this, you'll have to find th
News Freedom Planet Speeds Onto Switch eShop August 30th
Available in North America and Europe on the same day
Prior to the release of Sonic Mania in 2017, a number of indie titles including Freedom Planet filled the void. Originally released in 2014 on the Wii U eShop and multiple other platforms, XSEED Games and Marvelous are finally bringing GalaxyTrail’s smash hit to the Switch eShop on 30th August...
News This Is The Police 2 Locks Down A September Release Date On Switch
New features included
THQ Nordic has announced that This Is The Police 2 will be attempting an escape on a Switch near you very soon, with a release date of 25th September now confirmed for the title. A mixture of adventure and management genres, This is the Police 2 picks up the original’s baton, introducing new mechanics in the process. It...
News Noir Point-And-Click Adventure Detective Gallo Launches Next Week On Switch
15% off pre-orders starting today
It has been announced that Detective Gallo, the upcoming comic-noir point-and-click adventure, will be available on Switch next week. Entirely hand-illustrated and hand-animated, Detective Gallo features a grumpy, feathered, private eye protagonist struggling with a very tricky case, bizarre characters,...
Thursday9th Aug 2018
News Chinese Gaming Giant Appears To Rip-Off Zelda, Mocking Nintendo Fans And Lying In The Process
What a mess
NetEase, one of the largest video game companies in China - and the world - has been causing all sorts of trouble online recently, seemingly ripping off a major Nintendo IP, mocking its fans, and then getting caught up in a lie on social media all in one go. The issues began when social media users started to notice similarities between...
Feature What's Left To Be Announced For Smash Bros. Ultimate On Switch?
Our resident Smash expert Alan Lopez breaks it all down
The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct on August 8th gave gaming fans a healthy amount of previously unannounced information about the upcoming mascot-fighter. (By the way, what is up with Nintendo’s sky-high production on these character reveal videos? Who wouldn’t watch entire episodes of...
Gone in 60 seconds
There’s an old story in the literature world that Ernest Hemingway was once getting lunch with fellow authors and his signature stripped-back writing style was brought up as a discussion point. One of the other writers made a bet that Hemingway couldn’t write a story in six words, to which he replied by grabbing a napkin and...
Here we go again
The Director of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Masahiro Sakurai said during the latest broadcast the team intended to reveal the design of every fighter before the game launched on the Switch later this year, with a few more to announcements to come. He also noted the addition of two highly requested fighters - in Echo form - during the...
News Ubisoft Has Halted Development Of Steep On Nintendo Switch
"We are wholly dedicated to supporting the live game"
Despite being one of the first third-party games to be confirmed for the console, the promised Switch version of Steep has been subject to an unfortunate amount of doubt over the last year or so. Now, it seems that the game has been well and truly cancelled. Replying to a Twitter user who...
Review Crossing Souls (Switch eShop)
Stranger things are afoot
The 1980s! It’s been 29 years since they ended and we still cannot escape them. The pop-culture power of this weird decade is such that even today we mine its essence for influence and storytelling. Honestly, this humble writer is just about to tap out on this flavour of nostalgia. The next 'Simon' toy we see is going...
News Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun! Will Receive Drum Set And Physical Release In Europe
Full soundtrack also revealed
Here's the news that every European Taiko Drum Master fan has been waiting for: Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun! will be receiving a physical release in the region, as well as the compatible drum set. Yes, Bandai Namco has confirmed that the game will be available for European customers in both...
Random Relax You Guys, Luigi's Not Dead - He's Just 'Resting His Eyes'
This is why we can't have nice things
At the beginning of the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct, Luigi fell victim to Death himself. This occurred during a sequence revealing Castlevania's Simon and Richter Belmont would be new playable fighters. Following this event, Mario's brother wasn't seen for the remainder of the Direct, which led...
Nintendo Download 9th August (North America)
Okami HD, Minit, 2064 and lots more!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch: State of Mind (Daedalic...
News Over 1,000 Developers Want To Bring Games To Switch Using GameMaker Studio 2 Engine
That's a lot of games
YoYo Games, the maker of 2D game development engine, GameMaker Studio 2, has today announced that an open beta for its Nintendo Switch licence edition has begun. This could be a huge step for developers aspiring to port their games to the system, and it appears that there are many who want to do just that. With the...
Nintendo Download 9th August (Europe)
Overcooked 2! Okami HD! Dead Cells!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch - New Releases: Dead Cells (Motion Twin,...
News New Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu And Eevee Trailer Shows Mega Evolutions, Vermilion City And More
Lots to see!
The Pokémon Company International has released a brand new trailer today, alongside a new batch of information for Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!. Yesterday, we had our first glimpse of Mega Evolutions appearing in the game thanks to an early scan of Japanese magazine CoroCoro, but this trailer sh
News Ubisoft Is Releasing Two Hand-Drawn Adventures On Switch Later This Year
Could Child of Light II also be on the way?
Last week, the Australian Classification Board revealed Ubisoft was releasing Sports Party on the Switch at some point in the near future. Now, the French-based publisher has officially announced the two hand-drawn adventures - Child of Light
News Scribblenauts Mega Pack Arrives On Switch This September
Includes Scribblenauts Unlimited, Unmasked and more
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment is bringing the Scribblenauts Mega Pack to the Nintendo Switch on 18th September for $39.99. This is a two-game compilation that includes the full version of Scribblenauts Unlimited and Scribblenauts Unmasked: A DC Comics Adventure along with...
News Haunted Dungeons: Hyakki Castle Brings Real-Time Dungeon Crawling To Switch This Month
Are you a dungeon master?
Japanese publisher Happinet has today announced that its very not happy looking game, Haunted Dungeons: Hyakki Castle, will be making its way to Switch at the end of this month. Featuring a slightly different approach to the traditional real-time dungeon RPG genre, Haunted Dungeons: Hyakki...
News Mighty No. 9 Developer Comcept Remains Tight-Lipped About Handheld Releases
Playing the waiting game
Mighty No. 9 by Comcept had a rough development cycle, suffering from a series of delays and then a bumpy launch filled with performance problems and middling reviews. It's safe to say, the game didn't live up to expectations. As a result of these issues, the handheld versions appear to be stuck in limbo. The title was...
News Treat Your Ears To This Stunning Okami Soundtrack Vinyl Boxset
Available to pre-order
To celebrate the release of Okami HD on Switch, Data Discs has partnered with Capcom to release a remastered version of the original soundtrack on vinyl, and it's available to pre-order as we speak. Originally released in 2006 and composed by Masami Ueda, Hiroshi Yamaguchi, Rei Kondoh and Akari Groves, the Okami...
News SNK 40th Anniversary Collection Will Include Entire Ikari Warriors Trilogy
Arcade and console versions included
SNK has revealed that its upcoming 40th Anniversary Collection - which includes a splattering of the company's early arcade hits - will host all three games in the Ikari Warriors Trilogy. Ikari Warriors had players assuming the roles of two super-strong, muscly men named Ralf Jones and Clark...
News Bubble Bobble-Inspired Retro Platformer Robbotto Arrives On Switch Next Week
Another nostalgia trip?
JMJ Interactive has announced that upcoming retro platformer Robbotto will be available on the Nintendo Switch eShop next week. Inspired by Bubble Bobble, the arcade and NES classic that actually made its way to the NES Mini, Robbotto is a retro-based, co-op arcade platformer in which you must travel through a...
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Hit a golf ball from tee to green on different holes is one of the Battle Pass Challenges in Season 5 of Fortnite. To achieve this, you'll have to find the golf tee locations dotted across the Fortnite map. Complete i
News Ben Schwartz Reveals He Will Voice Sonic The Hedgehog In Upcoming Movie
He loves iconic blue characters from the '90s
Sonic is a cool hedgehog with plenty of attitude. Over the years, he’s become known for being a bit of a radical, with his edgy-sounding voice. Yesterday we heard Jim Carrey would star in the live-action hybrid as Dr. Robotnik and now actor and comedian Ben Schwartz, has acknowledged an article...
News Azure Reflections Is Unleashing Bullet Hell Madness On Switch At The End Of August
Shoot 'em up
If you consider yourself to be a connoisseur of the shmup genre, Azure Reflections may be a title worth checking out when it arrives on the Switch later this month. Due out on 30th August and priced at $24.99, the title will be available at a 30 percent discount from the day it is released until 12th September. Just like any...
News Co-Op Beat 'Em Up Claws Of Furry Sharpens Its Claws For A September Switch Release
You had us at "vigilante ninja-cats"
Indie developer Terahard has announced that its beat 'em up, co-op action game Claws of Furry will be scratching up your Switch on 4th September. The game allows up to four players to take on the roles of vigilante ninja-cats on a mission to rescue their master from the evil claws of an unknown boss. Players can...
News Kid's Horehore Daisakusen Joins Hamster's Arcade Archives Range On Switch Today
Travel to the 23rd century
Hamster has revealed the latest addition to its ever-growing Arcade Archives library on Switch, with Kid's Horehore Daisakusen being made available from today. Kid's Horehore Daisakusen is an action game that was originally released by Nichibutsu in 1987. Kid, who has been drawn into a space-time labyrinth from the 23rd...
News Kero Blaster Is Putting In A Shift On The Japanese eShop This Month
Get ready for a "ribbetting" experience
Lovers of retro-inspired side-scrolling action games will be pleased to hear Playism is bringing Studio Pixel's 2014 game, Kero Blaster, to the Switch eShop. The game is due out in Japan on 23rd August for ¥980 (roughly £7.00 / $9.00) and can be pre-loaded now according to Japanese Nintendo. In Kero...
News Runbow Meets Bit.Trip In Brand New Auto-Runner Joggernauts, Hitting Switch This Summer
Co-op and single player modes
Space Mace and Graffiti Games have revealed that upcoming auto-runner Joggernauts will be racing onto Switch this summer, blending the likes of Runbow and Bit. Trip Runner for a chaotic co-op experience. In Joggernauts, players take turns switching to the lead of a jogging team as they navigate through...
Wednesday8th Aug 2018
News A Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Limited Edition Is On The Way With GameCube Controller Included
And the most gorgeous box we've ever seen
The news just keeps coming! It has been revealed that a limited edition of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate will be available at retail alongside the game's standard December launch, featuring some extra goodies for us all to enjoy. Yes, if you're a sucker for a gorgeous limited edition box like us, you'll...
Review Okami HD (Switch eShop)
They're good dogs, Brent
Nowadays, Platinum Games is one of the most respected names in gaming when it comes to action titles, but long before the studio was founded, many of its staff members were part of a Capcom subsidiary called Clover Studio. Clover made its name on producing interesting new IP instead of sequels, and its magnum opus was the...
Weirdness 70 Year Old Man Plays Pokémon GO With 11 Smartphones Attached To His Bike
So that's how to catch 'em all
Playing Pokémon GO can be an addictive way to pass the time, and a great way of getting some much-needed exercise while having a bit of fun, but we've never seen anyone play the game quite like this. Chen San Yuan, a 70-year-old man living in Taiwan, has adopted a rather elegant way of playing the mobile...
Watch The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct - Live!
Tune in, smash out
The holiday release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch draws ever closer, and Nintendo is keeping the hype high with a special Direct broadcast today. Hosted by Sakurai himself, the presentation will give us new information about the game. The broadcast is due to start at 7AM PT / 10AM ET / 4PM CEST / 3PM BST...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Will Feature A Single-Player Classic Mode
One for the solo players
Amongst today's avalanche of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate news, courtesy of the Super Smash Bros. Direct, it has been revealed that the series' Classic mode will be alive and well in the game. This single-player mode will throw players into battles against a series of fighters, with each fighter having their...
"It's not worth it for us to risk potentially disastrous consequences"
Recently, we heard the news that Nintendo had filed a lawsuit in the US state of Arizona, calling out two ROM and emulator websites for unfair competition and copyright and trademark infringement. It appears that this has helped spark a new level of fear among such...
Thursday9th Aug 2018
Review Megaton Rainfall (Switch eShop)
Not all heroes wear capes
Ever wanted to know what it feels like to be a proper superhero? No, not the web-swinging acrobatics of Spider-Man or the crime-solving machismo of Batman. A proper, superpowered being. It’s an experience video game developers have long struggled to replicate - Superman: The New Adventures, anyone? - but Pentadimensional...
Wednesday8th Aug 2018
News All Five Of The New Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighters Will Receive amiibo Figures
And we'll probably want them all
Nintendo has confirmed that all of the newly announced fighters for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate will eventually receive new amiibo figures. If you've somehow avoided all the news from today's Super Smash Bros. Direct, or were simply knocked over by the pure wonder of it all, you may well have missed...
Random High School Student Sends EarthBound Cartridge Into Space
And it still works!
Here's a whacky and wonderful one for you: a copy of EarthBound has recently been sent up to the edge of space, presumably being the only copy of the game that isn't actually bound to Earth. 14-year-old student, Ronnie Doyle, was recently given the chance to send an item of his choosing into space through a donation made by his...
News Yes, King K. Rool Really Is Coming To Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
It's finally happening
You almost had us, Nintendo. During today's special Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct, several new fighters were revealed, and at the end of the broadcast it seemed as if the prayers of Donkey Kong Country fans had been answered with the appearance of King K. Rool - only for it to turn out to be King Dedede in disguise...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Will Feature 3v3, 5v5 And Smashdown Multiplayer Modes
Use the entire roster!
Alongside the confirmation that Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's single-player Classic mode will be returning, it was also revealed that the game will feature some brand new multiplayer mode styles. The first of these is Squad Strike. In this mode, players can choose to participate in 5-on-5 or 3-on-3 skirmishes, with each...
News Bandai Namco Wants To Release More Of Its Games On The Nintendo Switch
Please do
Since the launch of the Nintendo Switch, Bandai Namco has shown ongoing support for the system with an array of releases. This week the company hosted a financial call for its first quarter, with a Twitter post by Wall Street tech reporter, Takashi Mochizuki, revealing just how happy the company was with its current performance on the...
Rumour Change To Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Medley Points To New Fighter
Potential spoilers inside
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate was revealed at this year’s E3 as a completely new entry in the popular fighting series. As previously confirmed, it sees the return of every character in the history of Smash Bros. That’s potentially the biggest roster in a video game, ever. When Nintendo recently announced a Smash Direct...
News Simon And Richter Belmont Confirmed As Playable Characters In Smash Bros. Ultimate
Simon Lashes Out!
During today's Super Smash Bros. Direct, Simon and Richter Belmont have been confirmed as playable characters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The legendary vampire hunter Simon, main protagonist of Castlevania and Castlevania II: Simon's Quest, will use his far-fli
News Jim Carrey Confirms He Will Be Playing Dr. Robotnik In Upcoming Sonic Movie
The rumours were true
During the month of June news was circulating the Canadian-American actor and comedian, Jim Carrey, would take on the role of the evil Dr. Robotnik in Paramount Pictures’ Sonic The Hedgehog movie due out at some point next year. At the time it was just a rumour, but it’s since been confirmed by Deadline Hollywood with a...
Random Zelda Fan Spends 484 Hours Completing Every Game In The Series To 100%
Yes, that includes the 900 Koroks
Climbing to the highest peaks of Mount Everest, taking the first footsteps on the Moon, beating every canon Legend of Zelda game to 100% completion - there are many great challenges a person can take on in this life, and we know which one we'd rather pick. SuperMCGamer, a very dedicated Zelda fan and organiser...
News Chrom And Dark Samus Appear As Echo Fighters In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Take your pick
Chrom and Dark Samus will be playable as echo fighters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, it has been revealed. The news comes from today's Super Smash Bros. Direct, where both characters were shown off with shiny new introduction scenes. Both of these fighters were highly requested from fans, and each play slightly differently...
Poll What Do You Want From Today's Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct?
New characters? New modes? Or something else?
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is shaping up to be one of the year's biggest releases, certainly for Switch owners. As one of Nintendo's biggest properties - which pulls together characters from a dizzying number of franchises, including a bunch of third-party legends, no less - Smash is the kind of game...
News CoroCoro Confirms That Mega Evolutions Will Return In Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu And Eevee
Mega Charizard X in HD!
Mega Evolutions are set to appear in Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!, making this the first time that these specific Pokémon evolution stages will make an appearance in a Kanto region game. The news comes from early CoroCoro magazine scans shared by Serebii.net; as you can see below, images of...
News New Smash Bros. Ultimate Assist Trophies Include Shovel Knight And Monster Hunter's Rathalos
Knuckles! Zero! Krystal! The Moon?!
Nintendo has revealed a bunch of new Assist Trophies for the forthcoming Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on Switch, which is due to launch later this year. The big news here is that Rathalos from the Monster Hunter series will be joining the game not only as an Assist Trophy but as a boss character as well - a...
News Captain Toad Originally Starred Link, But He Was “Too Courageous” For The Role
The real hero
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker started out life as an off-shoot of Super Mario 3D World on the Wii U. As you might recall, though, the conceptualisation of the title was well before then. During a recent
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Will Feature 103 Unique Stages
300 counting other forms
During today's Super Smash Bros. Direct, it was revealed that Super Smash Bros. Ultimate will feature 103 unique stages, giving players a frankly ridiculous amount of content to play through. Taking away Battlefield, Final Destination and Big Battlefield, this means that there will be 100 stages based on...
Video Here's A First Look At Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun!'s English Language Patch
Bish bash bosh
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun! was finally confirmed to be releasing in the west towards the end of last month, with the game finding its rhythm on a Switch console near you on 2nd November. If you can't wait that long, though, you could always grab yourself a copy from the Japanese Switch eShop, making use of the
News 2D Action RPG Tale Of The Ice Staff Coming Exclusively To Switch Next Year
"A stunning magical journey"
Zodiac Interactive has revealed Tale of the Ice Staff, a brand new 2D action RPG that is scheduled to arrive exclusively on Nintendo Switch in 2019. Very few details have been shared about the release just yet, with Zodiac posting just a single paragraph about the game alongside the new trailer. Instant comparisons...
News New Tease Suggests Tactical RPG Series Langrisser Could Make A 2018 Comeback
Will it arrive on Switch?
Chara-Ani has launched a brand new countdown website for the Langrisser series, teasing an upcoming reveal 15 days from now. For anyone unfamiliar with the name, Langrisser is a tactical role-playing series developed by Masaya Games, which first appeared on the Mega Drive in 1991. Several releases have...
News Hap Inc. Developer Explains Translation Troubles Tied To Mom Hid My Game Series
Google Translate to blame
Hap Inc. (known for the title Mom Hid My Game! on Switch) recently spoke with The Verge via email about translation troubles tied to the small series. According to the creator, Yuusaka Ishimoto, the title of the first game on Nintendo DS (Hidden My Game By Mum) was the result of Google Translate.
News Behind The Screen Is A Suspense-Puzzle Game Headed To Switch This Month
Uncover the fake news
Cosen has revealed that it will be publishing Behind The Screen on Nintendo Switch later this month, and a brand new trailer has been released to celebrate - although we've no idea what's going on at the end. The title, which is described as a 'suspense puzzle action game', is set in Taiwan during a time when...
Tuesday7th Aug 2018
Chef's special
One of the first titles to truly show off the co-op power of the Switch was 2017's Overcooked, a fun arcade action game about chefs scrambling to get food orders out the door. Overcooked was a goofy, chaotic, and refreshingly original title that was a wonderful addition to the Switch eShop, so it was unsurprising that the sequel,...
News Panic Button Dreams Of Porting Horizon Zero Dawn To Nintendo Switch
Impossible
Panic Button has become an overnight sensation on the Switch. The talented developer has shot to fame with quality ports such as Rocket League, DOOM and more recently Wolfenstein. During an interview with comicbook.com
Feature What Does Nintendo's Shutdown Of ROM-Sharing Sites Mean For Video Game Preservation?
Is gaming history in danger of being lost?
The recent news that Nintendo is taking legal action against two sites which illegally distributed ROMs has been met with an overwhelmingly positive response, and rightly so. The individuals sharing these files online care little for the intellectual property rights of the developers who slave away to make...
News Nintendo Explains How Exactly You Can Play Xenoblade Chronicle 2’s Prequel Story
Lost in translation
There’s been some confusion surrounding the upcoming expansion for Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Nintendo of Europe caught onto this and released an image via Twitter clarifying the exact options available to Switch owners. There are two ways to play the new expansion. You can buy the standalone physical game card edition which does...
News Pre-Orders Are Live For This Fully-Playable 1/4 Scale Pac-Man Arcade Cabinet
Waka waka
Games and movies accessory maker Numskull Designs has partnered with Bandai Namco to release the first in a series of 'Quarter Arcades' exclusives - the Pac-Man Replica Cabinet. This officially-licensed, fully-playable, 1/4 scale replica stays true to the original arcade cabinet design, with everything from its artwork, button and...
Review Picross S2 (Switch eShop)
If it ain't broke, don't fix it
Nintendo’s Picross series has been around for almost as long as the company has been making video games and it’s largely remained the same over all that time. What’s remarkable is how long this technique has worked, as the core gameplay is so simple - yet so addictive - that it doesn’t really need too much...
Weirdness Amazon UK Invites Switch Owners To Spend A Penny For Free Game Demos
In for a penny, in for a - erm hang on
If you're a regular Nintendo eShop visitor, you'll no doubt be aware that countless demos litter the Switch's digital store's pages offering a free taste of a healthy selection of games. These demos act as a way for players to understand what the game is about and, essentially, whether or not they want to part...
Random Here's How Animal Crossing Characters Read Your Lovingly-Crafted Mail
Not witchcraft after all
When you're not casually shopping for new pieces of furniture, or worrying about the ever-growing potential of hefty mortgage debt, one of the features available to players in Animal Crossing allows you to send completely customised letters to your favourite animalistic chums. From there, you'll then receive a reply...
News PowerA Stocking Officially-Licensed Chrome Edition Pro Controllers
Mario, Peach, Link and Samus themed
Themed controllers are all the rage on the Nintendo Switch right now. There are Joy-Con based on Mario and Zelda and even Crash Bandicoot Pro Controllers. PowerA - the creator of many of these designs - is at it again, this time releasing a new eye-catching chrome line of officially licensed wired Pro Controllers...
Review Not A Hero: Super Snazzy Edition (Switch eShop)
It's time to get political
While it may be making its debut on Nintendo Switch more than three years after its original release, time has done little to dull the sharpness of Not a Hero’s pixel art blades. Repackaged as the Super Snazzy Edition - with an extra DLC campaign thrown in for good measure - Roll7’s gutsy shooter is still as bloody,...
News Valkyria Chronicles 4 Demo And Digital Pre-Orders Go Live Today On Switch
Bonus goodies aplenty
If you're looking forward to the upcoming release of Valkyria Chronicles 4 on Switch, today is your lucky day, as digital pre-orders and a demo for the game are both going live on the Nintendo eShop. Sega has confirmed that digital pre-orders will be available on all platforms today, and these will come with a special...
News Xenoblade Chronicles Developer Monolith Soft Has Hired More Employees
Bigger and better
As each Xenoblade release grows in size, so does the series' developer, Monolith Soft. According to a post on ResetEra, the Japan-based company recently updated its website - with the employee headcount now at 171. Back in May, there were three fewer people at the company. Monolith is now also reportedly recruiting 'business...
News Square Enix Suggests We Can Expect More Games Like Octopath Traveler In The Future
Possibly multiplatform
The lovingly crafted RPG Octopath Traveler has seen a tremendous level of success and huge waves of admiration from fans around the world since its launch last month. It perhaps comes as little surprise, then, that developer Square Enix has suggested that we can expect more, similar titles from the studio in the future...
News Meet The Nintendo Snack Pack, A Fan-Made Portable TV With Built-In Retro Games
NES, SNES and Sega titles
For most of us, having dreams of creating an ideal gaming setup is easy - you can probably picture how it would look, and even the various items you'd need - but the dream ends right there and then. There's no way you could actually make it happen, right? Well, that's not the case for everyone as you're about to find out...
Video New Team Sonic Racing Trailer Showcases All-New Team Mechanics
Teamwork makes the dream work
Sega has released the first in a series of 'spotlight' videos for Team Sonic Racing, starting off with a showcase of the game's team mechanics. As you can see in the video, Sonic and friends can work together to gain an advantage over opponent racers. We get to see the Skimboost, Slingshot, Rival Takedown, Item...
News Fortnite v5.20 Brings New Weapon, Steady Storm Mode And Resolution Upgrade On Switch
"Significant GPU optimisation"
Fortnite has been updated to version 5.20 today, adding a brand new shotgun weapon and a new limited time mode to sink your teeth into. The new weapon is called the Double Barrel Shotgun, unsurprisingly featuring a two-shot mechanism for devastating damage at close range. The new gun is available in epic and legendary...
News Mojang Redesigning Minecraft’s Game Menus With Help Of Paper Prototype Kits
Submit your own ideas
In a number of titles, slick and easy menu navigation is critical. Minecraft is one of those games reliant on a clean and responsive user interface. While its menus have undergone multiple revisions over the years, Mojang is looking to improve the overall design once again, this time with the assistance of the community...
News The World Ends With You: Final Remix Secures October Switch Release Date
New trailer, too!
Nintendo has announced that The World Ends With You: Final Remix is headed to Nintendo Switch on 12th October in both North America and Europe. Initially announced in a Nintendo Direct Mini back in January this year, The World Ends With You: Final Remix is a - erm, remix - of the original which was releas
Review 6180 The Moon (Switch eShop)
Bounding through the sun and stars
The 2D-platformer is a genre that has stood the test of time and, with just a few simple changes, it's still possible to make it feel fresh and exciting. Whether it's the power to reverse time, the ability to swap perspectives, or some gravitational tweaks to mix things up. 6180 the moon casts the Moon itself as...
News Sublevel Zero Redux Sets Course For Nintendo Switch With Exclusive Gyro Controls
Arrives later this year
Coatsink and Sigtrap have announced that they will be bringing Sublevel Zero Redux to Switch, spicing things up with a gyro control scheme exclusive to the console. Sublevel Zero Redux is a roguelite 'six-degree-of-freedom' shooter set in a universe where reality is falling apart. Players must use their gunship to loot...
News Epic Games Veterans Reveal Action Rhythm Game Soundfall For Nintendo Switch
Dash and slash to the beat
Drastic Games, a studio formed by alumni of Epic Games, has announced Soundfall for Nintendo Switch, a music-driven action adventure arriving in 2019. Mixing twin-stick shooting and rhythm-based gameplay, Soundfall follows the journey of Melody, a young audiophile who finds herself transported to the world...
News Tied Together Is A "Crazy" Co-Op Platformer Headed To Nintendo Switch
Literally
Headup Games, the publisher behind Switch party hit Runbow, has teamed up with developer Napalmtree to bring Tied Together to Nintendo's hybrid console. This colourful platformer quite literally ties players together into a chain, tasking them with getting past tricky, cooperative, experimental set-ups. In these environments,...
News Diddy Kong Lookalike Stars In Upcoming Switch Release Toy Stunt Bike: Tiptop’s Trials
Monkey business
During the Nintendo 64 era, Diddy Kong Racing was a game many owners of the system cherished. Diddy Kong himself was known as being the face of the release, sporting his trademark red cap and singlet, and competing against a number of his friends from Rare’s games library. With the chances of a revival incredibly unlikely at this...
Video Modding Old Retro Controllers to Work on Switch with 8Bitdo DIY
Stop 'n' swop
If there's one thing 8Bitdo knows, it's retro controllers. Yes, as a company they've dabbled in a few other areas, but on the whole for our money their best stuff is definitely controller-related. They've released countless iterations for countless systems over the years, and now there new DIY range allows you to mod your own...
Random Making Music With The Switch's User Interface
Bleeps and bloops
The Switch's user interface has some fantastic little bleeps and bloops that play as you move around the home menu, change settings, and load up the eShop. Our particular favourite is the sound that plays when you click on your profile - the little two-note whistle, and then a second (usually slightly delayed) two-note whistle that...
Monday6th Aug 2018
"...and with strange aeons, even death may die"
When it comes to genres that the indie scene is absolutely enamoured with, few would rank higher than the roguelike and Metroidvania genres. It’d be easy to dismiss Dead Cells, then, as low-effort pandering to a current industry trend, another forgettable release in a marketplace rife with better...
Review Hello Neighbor (Switch)
Neighbour from hell
The sinister neighbour has been a cinematic staple for decades, from The Burbs to Disturbia via Arlington Road. It's curious that few video games have made full use of the concept, though. Hello Neighbor looks to buck that trend with a game that leans heavily on the premise, but it falls well short in a number of critical...
News Breath Of The Wild Has Been Added To The Zelda Series Timeline, But There's A Catch
Can you figure it out?
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has now been given an official placement on the Legend of Zelda series timeline, but things aren't quite as simple as we might have hoped. The Zelda series' timeline had been heavily speculated by fans for years until finally, saving any additional future torment, Nintendo released an...
Review Flipping Death (Switch)
Grave concerns
Penny might not consider herself a goth, but the fact she dresses up as a demon and works at a funeral parlour has the rest of Flatwood Peaks thinking otherwise. When her over-the-top antics get her fired, she reacts just like any other person would - and drives to a local cemetery to hang out in a crypt with her boyfriend. You know,...
News Square Enix's Bravely Default Twitter Account Is Teasing New Games Again
Something new on the way?
Continuing its recent trend of vaguely hinting at things to come, the official Bravely Default Twitter account has once again teased upcoming games in the series. You may remember that, just last week, Square Enix celebrated the news that Octopath Traveler had shipped one million copies worldwide with a custom...
Random Here's A Custom-Made LEGO Version Of Super Mario’s Odyssey
Grand design
LEGO has collaborated with a number of franchises over the years and even adapted themes to video games thanks to the help of Traveller’s Tales and Warner Bros. Still, after all this time, we’ve not yet seen a partnership between Nintendo and the famous brick-building company. About the closest we’ve got is a couple of Easter eggs...
Review The Inner World (Switch eShop)
Disappoint-n-click?
Ever since touchscreens started appearing on every device in the house, the trusty adventure game has enjoyed a renaissance. We’ve seen rereleases, remasters and brand-new series take off on all platforms, and Switch is an ideal home for them. Enter The Inner World, a point-and-click adventure from German developer Studio...
Gallery Unboxing Retro-Bit's Incredible R-Type And Holy Diver Limited Editions
Limited to 2,900 copies each
Retro-Bit is doing an excellent job when it comes to keeping the past alive, and has already released a couple of welcome compilations for the NES and SNES. However, the company has really outdone itself with its latest project, which features limited edition versions of Irem's R-Type and Holy Diver, for the SNES and...
News European Nintendo Online Stores Rebranded As 'My Nintendo' Stores, New Stock Incoming
A fresh lick of paint
The majority of European Nintendo online stores are having a bit of a facelift over the next month or so, all rebranding to go along with the My Nintendo name - the same branding used for My Nintendo rewards. For those not in the know, mainland European stores have always operated in a very different, and rather weakened, way...
News Atlus Releases New Trailer For Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth
Boxart also revealed
Atlus recently revealed the 3DS title Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth would be released in Japan on 29th November. The reveal was made in a commercial during an episode of the Persona 5 animation. Although there's still no word regarding a western release, more news about the Japanese version is starting to surface...
News Legendary Pokémon Kyogre And Groudon Sun & Moon Distribution Has Begun
Complete that Pokédex
The 'Year of Legendary Pokémon' celebrations are still going along full steam ahead, and August's distribution is now well underway. This time around, players will be able to get their hands on either Kyogre or Groudon - or both if you have multiple copies of the games. These Hoenn legendary monsters, who first appeared...
News Super Smash Bros. EVO 2018 Tournament Winners Crowned
Champion fighters
The EVO Championship Series is an annual event held in Las Vegas bringing together top players who specialise in a variety of fighting games and finding out who’s the best. This year was no different, with multiple games represented including Dragon Ball FighterZ, BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle and, of course, the Super Smash Bros...
News Mario Games Litter UK Top 10 But Crash Bandicoot Keeps Top Spot For Sixth Week Running
Mario Kart 8 top of individual formats chart
With another lack of major arrivals this week, Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy has managed to secure a sixth consecutive week at the top of the UK gaming charts. The UK charts have an increasingly familiar look about them this week with Crash sitting at number one and LEGO The Incredibles also...
Random Minit Devs Give In To Port-Begging, Announce That Game Hits Switch This Week
A minute of your time
Embracing the strange, persistent, and no doubt annoying culture that is port-begging, Minit developer Devolver Digital has shared a final, confirmed release date for the game - and we don't have long to wait at all. Yes, taking to Twitter, Devolver Digital has uploaded a series of images to confirm the game's release...
News Get Your Buzz On With Bee Simulator, A Brand New Game Coming To Switch
Buzzing
The Switch has already had the likes of Farming Simulator and Hunting Simulator, but now it's time for a title that we didn't know we wanted until now: Bee Simulator. Unsurprisingly, Bee Simulator will task you with playing as a bee, living the life of the little flying insects as they work together on their daily tasks...
News Cooler Finally Gets His Revenge In Dragon Ball FighterZ
Frieza's big bro
EVO 2018 has fully delivered in terms of fighting game announcements. We've been informed about the upcoming Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct, saw a new trailer revealing the DLC characters in BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle and found out Windjammers was on its way to the Switch. Bandai Namco's cont
News Niantic Hopes To Have Player vs Player Battles In Pokémon GO By The End Of The Year
Finally!
Ever since Pokémon GO launched back in July 2016, one of the most heavily requested features from fans has been player vs player battles. Considering battling has always been one of the most important features in the series, this makes an awful lot of sense, but the mobile phenomenon's developer Niantic hasn't exactly been forthcoming...
News Anime-Style Horror Adventure Tokyo Dark: Remembrance Will Spook Switch This Winter
Featuring all new content
Unties has announced that Tokyo Dark: Remembrance is headed to Nintendo Switch in "winter 2018", a director's cut of the PC mystery adventure. Tokyo Dark is an anime-style horror that follows Detective Itō across Tokyo as she searches for the truth behind her partner's strange disappearance. Featuring puzzles, stat...
News Nintendo Spent More On TV Ads Than Any Other Gaming Industry Company Last Month
Mario Tennis Aces had highest budget
If you've found yourself thinking that there seems to be an awful lot of Nintendo TV adverts circulating at the moment, and many more than what we've seen in recent years, you'd be absolutely right. Data from iSpot.tv, a real-time ad measurement company which uses smart TVs to track attention and conversion...
News My Hero One’s Justice Adds All For One As Playable Villain And Special 'EX Plus Ultra' Moves
Japan's most powerful villain
Bandai Namco has revealed a new playable character for upcoming fighter My Hero One's Justice, as well as a new special move which can be used by all characters in the game. Once Japan's most powerful villain and All Might’s arch-nemesis, All For One has remained outside of superhero affairs for...
News Storm Boy: The Game Brings Single-Player Interactive Storytelling To Switch
Based on the 1964 novel
Blowfish Studios has announced that Storm Boy: The Game, a video game adaptation of the book of the same name, is headed to Switch "soon". Based on Colin Thiele’s 1964 children’s book, Storm Boy takes place on the beaches of South Australia near the mouth of the Murray River. The titular protagonist rescues orphaned...
News Mysterious Text-Based Adventure A Dark Room Will Bring A Unique Twist To Switch This Year
Very intriguing
CIRCLE Entertainment has continued its current trend of revealing one new game per week by announcing a partnership with Amir Rajan to bring A Dark Room to the Nintendo Switch eShop. A Dark Room is an innovative, text-based adventure that was originally created by Michael Townsend as a browser-based game, eventually going on to be...
Sunday5th Aug 2018
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct Livestream Coming This Wednesday
New info delivered by director Masahiro Sakurai
Nintendo has revealed that a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct broadcast will take place this Wednesday at 7AM PT / 10AM ET / 4PM CEST / 3PM BST. The livestream will be presented by none other than director Masahiro Sakurai, and will contain new information on the upcoming...
Monday6th Aug 2018
News Zelda-Inspired Action Adventure Sikanda Is Making Its Way To The Switch
Kickstarter campaign starts 14th August
Austrian-based indie studio, Dyadic Games, is launching a Kickstarter for its 3D Action Adventure game known as Sikanda. It's a title inspired by JRPG classics such as The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy and Secret of Mana and looks visually alike to the more recent release,
Sunday5th Aug 2018
Feature Nintendo Life eShop Selects (July 2018)
July's best Switch eShop games!
July was host to a cracking selection of indie games and digital releases available on the Switch's eShop, and what better way to celebrate than showering the best of the best with some well-deserved love and attention. Introducing the return of the Nintendo Life eShop Selects awards! Yes, we're bringing back the...
News Nine New Characters Are Joining The Fight In BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
Could a new franchise also be added?
Similar to every other fighting game in the modern era, Arc System Works' BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle is receiving post-release content. With the game now finally available here in the west, fans who were in attendance at the game's EVO 2018 finals were treated to a look at the previously announced Character...
News Windjammers Is Flying Onto The Switch eShop Later This Year
Competitive nostalgia
The 1994 competitive disc throwing arcade game Windjammers will be released on the Nintendo Switch later this year. The announcement was made during the Windjammers Global World Disc Throwing Championship at EVO 2018. The Switch version is the same as other modern versions of the title, featuring a number of enhancements...
News Minecraft Movie Delayed After Director Leaves Project
Under reconstruction
Troubled production cycles for movies based on popular video game franchises is seemingly ongoing. Minecraft: The Movie is now the latest one with problems, following Warner Bros. acquisition of Detective Pikachu. The film originally revealed by the game's creator Notch in 2014, when he posted about Mojang's partnership...
Rumour Foul-Mouthed Platformer Rad Rodgers: World One Listed For Switch
Radical!
According to a listing on GameFly, THQ Nordic and Slipgate Studios' ‘90s inspired platform game Rad Rodgers: World One will be making its way across to the Nintendo Switch at some point in the near future. If you haven’t heard about this title before, it’s a game with plenty of attitude, humour and hardcore platforming fun. What...
Saturday4th Aug 2018
News Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth Will Be Released In Japan On 29th November
Commercial reveals all
Atlus has released a television commercial via YouTube for Persona Q2, revealing the game's full title and Japan launch date. The original clip was shown during an episode of the Persona 5 animation. The game will arrive on 29th November and will be officially titled Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth. It will also inc
News WarGroove Will Include Cutscene Editor To Allow Custom Storytelling
"Fanfic is canon now"
The Chucklefish Switch eShop title WarGroove is being touted as a spiritual successor to Intelligence Systems’ Advance Wars series. Not only does it look and play exactly like the classic titles on Game Boy Advance, it even has its own built-in campaign and map editor. In the latest WarGroove blog post, Chucklefish’s...
News Dataminer Uncovers Early Cutscene Frames Within WarioWare Gold Game Files
"Wahahahaha!"
Wario's hijacked the eShop, Nintendo's Twitter account and even issued his own press release in celebration of WarioWare Gold arriving on the 3DS. Overall, it's been an effective way of reminding everyone games are still actually being released on the system. Now, website Gaming Reinvented reports an equally as naughty...
News Hard-Hitting Hero From Dead Cells Revealed As New Fighter For Brawlout
A new challenger has appeared!
Arena brawlers are all the rage nowadays. While Super Smash Bros. reigns supreme, lesser known titles under the same banner continue to fight for fame. One of the best ways to achieve this appears to be by recruiting an all-star cast of indie fighters. The Switch eShop title Brawlout has been busy bolstering its...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 4th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
Another Saturday is upon us, and so is another weekend full of opportunities to play our favourite games. As always, members of team Nintendo Life have gathered together to discuss their gaming plans, and this weekend sees a lot of Octopath Traveler, some other stuff, Octopath Traveler, some very...
News First 4 Figures Reveals Warp Star Kirby Statue
What’s pink, round and $350?
First 4 Figures are known for producing premium models based on popular video game characters. In recent times we’ve seen Banjo-Kazooie and Shovel Knight figures and now the talented team has revealed Warp Star Kirby - the fourth model in the Kirby resin statue line. This latest creation is available in...
Rumour This Year's FIFA Release Will Include Chinese League For First Time Ever
The complete experience
Part of the allure of the FIFA video games is the licensing of real-world clubs and leagues. As EA has already publicised, this season's game will include the UEFA Champions League - the most prestigious club competition in European football. Now, the latest news to emerge is in regards to a new league that will be...
Friday3rd Aug 2018
Random Nintendo Finally Confirms The Correct Pronunciation For 'NES'
Take your bets
One debate that has been present for decades now across social media, on Nintendo Life's very own comment sections, and even in - you know - real life communication, is the correct pronunciation of 'NES'. Yes, the NES, or Nintendo Entertainment System, is home to the beginnings of so many classic Nintendo franchises like Super Mario...
News Near-Identical Fake Switch Pro Controllers Are Now On The Market
Be careful out there
You probably don't need us to tell you that there are countless third-party, unofficial controllers available for every gaming system under the sun, but these fake Switch Pro Controllers are slightly more convincing than your usual cheap bits of plastic. This Pro Controller lookalike (below), which has been listed as...
News A Metroid Easter Egg Has Been Found In Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze After Four Years
Hiding all this time
Nintendo games often have little nods to other franchises cheekily tucked away in hard-to-reach areas, giving fans a nice little burst of happiness and pride when they stumble across them, but this little easter egg inside Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze managed to remain hidden for more than four years. Until now, of...
News Let's Go Pikachu And Eevee Videos Show How Different Pokémon Types Will Follow The Trainer
Poor, poor Caterpie
Continuing the steady drip feed of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! footage and information, a set of short videos have been shared on YouTube demonstrating how a range of different Pokémon will follow your trainer. We already know that Pikachu or Eevee will accompany you, sitting on your head or shoulders, and...
News Fatal Fury’s Terry Bogard Has Been Transformed Into A “Fatal Cutie” In SNK Heroines
"Terry... Is that you?"
The last SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy update was a new trailer highlighting the game’s story. According to the clip, the all-female cast of fighters had been kidnapped by a mysterious individual a few months after The King of Fighters tournament and had to fight their way to freedom. SNK has now released a n
Random Protect Your Poké Ball Plus With These Specially Designed Covers
Available in yellow and brown
The Poké Ball Plus promises to give aspiring trainers an unprecedented level of interaction with their Pokémon companions in the upcoming release Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee! and Let’s Go, Pikachu! You’ll be able to catch Pokémon with the new ball and even take them with you when you're out and...
Guide Pokémon GO Gen 4 Pokémon List - Every Gen 4 Pokémon Ahead Of The Update
Which one do you want to catch?
Niantic has confirmed that Gen 4 Pokémon will arrive soon in Pokémon GO, and we can barely stand to wait. That's the monsters that originally made an appearance in Pokémon Diamond & Pearl, which took place in the Sinnoh region in case you didn't know that already. Sadly, we have no idea when these new Pokémon...
News Cartoon Network Is Bringing A Double RPG Bundle To Switch Later This Year
Steven Universe and OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes
Cartoon Network and Outright Games have announced that they'll be bringing a boxed retail bundle of both Steven Universe: Save the Light and OK K.O.! Let’s Play Heroes to Nintendo Switch. Featuring an original storyline crafted alongside series creator Rebecca Sugar, Steven Universe:...
News Dragon Ball FighterZ Open Beta On Switch: How To Take Part And What To Expect
Details emerge
Bandai Namco has shared details on the upcoming open beta test for the Switch version of Dragon Ball FighterZ. The open beta test will feature 23 characters from the game (all of which are listed below) and the new “Extreme Type” feature that has been specifically designed for the Nintendo Switch version. A 'Practice...
Video Peering into the World of Expensive and Premium Switch Accessories
"Do you get to the Cloud District very often?"
We love a bargain at NL Towers, but sometimes you just can't skimp on quality (maybe). As such we've decided to peel back the satin curtain and take a look into the wondrous realm of the finer side of Switch accessories. Check out the video above where we research the most expensive but arguably useful...
Review Crush Your Enemies (Switch eShop)
Ba-ba-ba-ba-barbarian
The barbarians of Crush Your Enemies are living their best lives. Roaming from village to village, it’s a daily schedule based mainly around burning settlements, sticking heads on spikes, shouting inappropriate jokes and drinking every drop of beer within a 30-mile radius. With a horde of blood-thirsty reavers on hand, it...
News Mario Kart Wii Will Soon Be Playable On The Nvidia Shield In China
Will Wii emulation ever come to Switch?
You may well be aware that a number of Nintendo's first-party Wii titles have been ported to the Nvidia Shield in China as part of the two companies' growing friendship, with several classics already being available. Now, it looks like Mario Kart Wii is about to drift its way into the action, too. During...
News SEGA's Latest Financial Report Reveals Slump In Sales
Digital struggles
SEGA’s latest financial report reveals it will continue to revive older and existing IP while also capitalising on external and new franchises: With regard to the Entertainment Contents Business, the Group will continue to advance the launch of new titles in the field of digital game software. In addition, the Group will...
News Octopath Traveler Ships One Million Copies Worldwide In Just Three Weeks
That's a lot of travelling
Switch-exclusive Octopath Traveler has now shipped one million copies worldwide, making the game one of the best-selling titles on the system. The turn-based RPG has only been around for three weeks, releasing worldwide on 13th July, so this milestone has been reached incredibly quickly for a game that many would...
Party like it’s 2008
On the same day we find out about Nintendo applying for an Endless Ocean trademark, the Australian Classification Board reveals Ubisoft's 2008 Wii title Sports Party is making its way to the Switch at some point in the near future. Originally released on the Wii a decade ago, Sports Party features nine...
News Tiny Hands Adventure Aims To Give Yooka-Laylee A Run For Its 3D Platforming Money On Switch
Platforming + dinosaurs
Tiny Hands Adventure, a 3D platformer featuring a little blue T-rex, is headed to Nintendo Switch on 10th August. Players will join the young T-rex Borti on his quest to find the best replacement for his tiny hands and arms. There are several unknown worlds to explore, lots of collectables to find, and several bosses...
News These Are The Most Insanely Gorgeous NES Cartridges You'll Ever See
Hand-made goodness, and they actually work!
Remember Mega Cat Studios? Well, they've joined forces with another major name working in the 'new-retro' biz - Rose Colored Gaming - to create some pretty unique NES cartridges which will no doubt have hardcore collectors reaching for their wallets (or mulling the sale of a kidney). Carts emblazoned with...
News Broken Sword 5: The Serpent's Curse Sets Course For Switch This September
Retail version will be available
Revolution Software and Ravenscourt have announced that Broken Sword 5: The Serpent's Curse is headed to Nintendo Switch this September. Building upon its 2015 release on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, the Switch edition of this adventure game features a reimagined user interface designed to take full advantage of...
Random You'll Soon Be Able To Buy An Edible Sega Logo In Japan
Obviously
Adding to the ever-growing list of weird and wonderful things available in Japan is this edible Sega logo, a product set to be available starting from next week. Earlier in the year, Sega launched its own taiyaki stand - a Japanese fish-shaped cake which you would usually find filled with a red bean paste made from sweetened...
News Robothorium Will Bring Cross-Platform Turn-Based RPG Action To Switch
Solo or multiplayer
Goblinz Studio has revealed that Robothorium will land on Nintendo Switch next year, bringing its sci-fi turn-based gaming along for the ride. A futuristic, turn-based RPG, Robothorium tasks you with choosing your allies and leading your troops into the next Robot age. Each of your choices will impact the following missions, and...
Thursday2nd Aug 2018
Review Iconoclasts (Switch eShop)
Praise be
Though it may not initially seem so, video game production is an extremely demanding task, requiring equal amounts of ambition, creativity, and attention to detail to produce something memorable - and that’s not even accounting for the long shadow cast by countless other games that have garnered mass acclaim and popularity. The act of...
Review Salt and Sanctuary (Switch eShop)
Let the salt flow
There’s an old saying that imitation is the highest form of flattery, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a game that phrase applies more so than Dark Souls. It seems that you can hardly find an action game on any platform now that doesn’t try to emphasize its 'Soulslike' elements, regardless of how apt the description may be...
Guide Fortnite: ATK Locations - Every Known ATK Spawn Point In Fortnite
Super Fortnite Kart
You're going to need to know the ATK locations in Fortnite if you're going to complete this week's difficult challenge of jumping through flaming hoops in an ATK or shopping trolley. Just in case you're unaware, ATKs are the new golf cart vehicles that were introduced at the beginning of season five. They drive like karts from...
Weirdness YouTube Takes Down Official Senran Kagura Livestream Before It Could Even Finish
Things went a little over the top
Today saw an official livestream for the Senran Kagura series take place on YouTube, with details expected to be shared surrounding the upcoming Switch title, Peach Ball: Senran Kagura. Unfortunately for those watching the show, YouTube terminated proceedings before the stream reached its end. The stream...
Friday3rd Aug 2018
A surprise catch
Take a moment to reflect on the Nintendo Wii generation and you’ll likely remember Wii Sports, Mario Kart Wii and perhaps even Wii Fit. One title made available early on in the system's life that didn’t get as much attention was the scuba diving game Endless Ocean. Originally released in Japan as Forever Blue
Thursday2nd Aug 2018
News Nintendo Under Fire For Not Improving Supply Lines And Sourcing Minerals From Conflict Zones
No immediate fix
There’s been an ongoing push to make the operations of worldwide corporations more ethical in recent decades. It’s been well publicised in the past how certain companies resort to particular sourcing, production and distribution methods to create products and ultimately reach consumers. Unfortunately, Nintendo’s operations...
Nintendo Download 2nd August (Europe)
Iconoclasts, Salt and Sanctuary and a Wii U game!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch: Titan Quest (THQ Nordic,...
Nintendo Download 2nd August (North America)
Overcooked 2, Dead Cells and Flipping Death!
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 a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch: Overcooked 2 (Team 17, Tue...
Video Get a First Look at Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate Running on Nintendo Switch
In English!
Whilst Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate has sort of existed for a while in the form of Monster Hunter XX in Japan, it's not until this version that the average English-speaking Switch owner could play the game and understand it at the same time. Although the gameplay is essentially identical to the Japanese version, we still...
Rumour Free-To-Play Switch Games Won't Be Impacted By Paid Online Service
Fingers crossed
When Nintendo Switch Online goes live in September, games like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Splatoon 2 and eventually Super Smash Bros. Ultimate will essentially be behind a paywall. How this will impact each respective community remains unknown at this point in time. Beyond the big-name Nintendo IP, there hasn’t been much discussion...
News Meet Crayola Scoot, The Splatoon And Jet Set Radio Mashup Headed To Switch
Bursting with colour
Published by Portsmouth-based, family-friendly studio Outright Games, Crayola Scoot is a four-player co-op game heading to Switch later this year which asks you to pull off tricks to splash as much colour around as you can. Primarily aimed at a younger audience, Crayola Scoot aims to encourage kids to get...
News NES Classic Mini Outsold Modern Video Game Hardware In The Month Of June
Retro power
The idea of Nintendo selling miniaturised versions of its classic gaming hardware is still too good to be true. While there’s been plenty of discussion in recent times about how there should be better support for digital retro libraries on modern devices, clearly there is a huge demand for standalone legacy systems. According to the...
News Latest Octopath Traveler Restock In Japan Sells Out Again
Incredibly popular
Since the release of Octopath Traveler on the Switch, there have been plenty of positive headlines about how well the game has sold. It's performed so well, in fact, developer Square Enix previously issued two apologies after underestimating the game's popularity in Japan. Many local JRPG enthusiasts were unable to secure a...
News UK Tabloid Headline Sparks Drama Around Fortnite, But Can It Really Be Trusted?
All that's fit to print?
On the 31st July, UK tabloid newspaper The Daily Mirror led with a front-page story on recent video game phenomenon Fortnite, with a headline which read "Fortnite made me a suicidal drug addict". The page goes on to describe the story as a "teen's video game hell", saying "a boy's obsession with video game Fortnite ruined...
News Super Bomberman R Hits One Million Worldwide Sales, Konami Celebrates With Bungee Jump
Celebrating in style
Super Bomberman R has now accumulated over one million sales worldwide, and to celebrate, Konami has thrown its lovely mascot off of a terrifyingly high bridge. The game, which released as a Switch launch title back in March 2017, has been edging towards this milestone for a little while now. The one million sales figure...
Video Relive The Thrill Of The Arcade With The Most Bonkers Nintendo Switch Stand Yet
Sticky floors and cigarette smoke optional
Gamers of a certain age will know all too well the thrill of amusement arcades; the glare of the screen, the unique - erm - 'smells' and the challenge of sitting down next to a potentially unknown opponent and taking them down in your favourite game. Those truly were the days. If you're hankering for a...
Shoot some hoops
Jump through Flaming Hoops with a Shopping Cart or ATK is one of the weekly challenges in Fortnite. Complete it and you'll earn XP and Battle Stars that will help boost you up the Battle Pass tiers for those sweet exclusive rewards. In this guide, we're going to help you find the exact location of every single flaming hoop so you...
Video Speedrunner Beats Super Mario Odyssey In Just Over An Hour To Take World Record
Speedy
We often find ourselves marvelling at the skill and dedication required to pull off a successful speedrunning attempt here at Nintendo Life, and this case is no different. LilKirbs14, a speedrunner who's relatively new to the scene, has been attempting to take the top spot for Super Mario Odyssey's 'Any%' record for a little while now. Not...
News Former Tiny Metal Staffer Retracts Accusation Of Kickstarter Embezzlement
"Please allow me to apologize again for my actions"
Towards the end of last year, there was controversy surrounding the funding of the Advance Wars-esque turn-based strategy title Tiny Metal. The issues stemmed from Project
News Hariet Hat And Hariet Suit Added To Super Mario Odyssey
The content keeps coming
Showing no signs of slowing down, yet another outfit selection has been added to Super Mario Odyssey. This time around we have the Hariet Hat and Hariet Suit. Both items are modelled on Hariet, one of the evil, rabbit-like Broodals who cause Mario problem after problem throughout the game's adventure. The hat will set...
News A Free Demo For Yoku's Island Express Is Now Available On Switch
Pinball adventuring at its finest
Team17 has launched a free demo for Yoku's Island Express on Switch, giving players the chance to try out the game before jumping into a purchase. If you need a quick reminder, Yoku's Island Express has you playing as Yoku the dung beetle, a bug on a quest to save the world and deliver mail at the same...
News Futuristic Combat Racer GRIP Is Speeding Towards A November Release On Switch
Release date confirmed
Wired Productions has now announced a final release date for the futuristic combat racer GRIP: Combat Racing. The game will be drifting its way to Switch and other platforms on 6th November. Inspired by the Rollcage games of the early '90s, GRIP will see racers hurtling their way around 22 tracks across a variety of...
Guide Fortnite: Gas Station, Soccer Pitch, And Stunt Mountain Location - Where To Search
Treasure hunt
Searching between a gas station, soccer pitch, and stunt mountain is one of the weekly challenges in Fortnite. Complete it and you'll earn XP and Battle Stars that will help boost you up the Battle Pass tiers for those sweet exclusive rewards. In this guide, we're going to help you find the exact location of every single flaming hoop...
News Charming Single-Player Puzzle Game Red's Kingdom Hits Switch This Month
"A vast kingdom to explore"
Rising Star Games has announced that its upcoming puzzle adventure game Red's Kingdom will land on Nintendo Switch later this month. The game is a single-player adventure puzzle game designed for players of all ages. Mad King Mac has kidnapped your father and stolen your golden nut, leaving you with no choice but to...
News Cursed Castilla's Don Ramiro Guest Stars In Battle Princess Madelyn
An epic duo
The developers of the action-platform Kickstarter title Battle Princess Madelyn have revealed Don Ramiro from Cursed Castilla (known as Maldita Castilla in North America) will join Madelyn on her epic quest to save her family from an evil wizard. Like Battle Princess Madelyn, Cursed Castilla is also a modern tribute to classic...
Wednesday1st Aug 2018
News The US Trader Who Bet $400 Million Against Nintendo Takes Huge Hit As Stock Price Soars
Never bet against Nintendo
If you regularly browse the lovely pages of Nintendo Life, you may recall a news story from a couple of days ago which revealed a US trader had effectively placed a $400 million bet against Nintendo by short-selling the company's stock. As it turns out, this plan appears to have somewhat backfired. U.S. hedge fund...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For August And September
It's almost Monster Hunter time!
Wow, the year is passing by quickly and the Nintendo Switch library seems to get better with each passing month. July saw the release of the rather lovely Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker and Octopath Traveler, two really great games which hopefully a large proportion of you were able to pick up. So, what's on the...
News The Top 10 Best-Selling Nintendo 3DS Games (As Of June 2018)
Any surprises?
Nintendo recently shared its latest financial results, providing us with sales-to-date figures for its current hardware and software lineups. We've already seen a list of the Switch's million-selling games, but which games are sitting at the very top of the 3DS pile? Well, just before we share that exciting list, let's explore...
News Star Fox, Metroid And Fire Emblem Star In The Latest North American My Nintendo Rewards
Discounts aplenty
A whole new wave of My Nintendo rewards have gone live in North America, with discounts available on a nice range of titles featuring some of Nintendo's favourite mascots. As ever, the usual wallpaper and 3DS theme offerings are present, too. Here's a full list of the discounted games available this month: 30% off Bravely...
News Famitsu Reveals Undertale Collector’s Edition And Confirms September Release For Japan
No word on western release
In March this year, the cult hit Undertale was announced for the Nintendo Switch. Since then, there’s been little to nothing mentioned about it. A few weeks ago, the game was listed on
Rumour Luigi’s Mansion For 3DS Is Out In October, According To Best Buy
A spooky premonition?
With all the games being released on the Nintendo Switch right now, it’s easy to forget the 3DS is still receiving new releases. One game coming to the handheld that hasn’t received as much spotlight as the likes of WarioWare Gold is the remake of the 2001 GameCube launch title, Luigi’s Mansion. Since its initial...
News Psyonix Announces Rocket League: Ultimate Edition, Arrives End Of The Month On Switch
Loads of DLC
If you haven’t ever tried out Rocket League, now might be a good time. Psyonix in partnership with Warner Bros. Interactive has announced Rocket League: Ultimate Edition for the Nintendo Switch will arrive instore in North America, Europe and a handful of other territories on 28th August for $49.99 (or the regional equivalent). The...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna - The Golden Country Expansion Gets Titanic New Trailer
Arrives September
During this year’s E3, Nintendo shared information about its upcoming expansion for Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Torna – The Golden Country allows you to venture back in time and experience the fall of
Review Flat Heroes (Switch eShop)
You better shape up
Recent years have seen the 2D platformer refreshed and revitalised thanks to an influx of incredibly talented indie developers, their games often bringing a unique mechanic to the table while ensuring movement, speed and accuracy are always at the forefront. Whether it's the mountainous odyssey of Celeste or the perpetual grind...
That's a lot of Bells
Animal Crossing: Wild World on the Nintendo DS is no longer the best-selling title in the lifestyle simulation series. Despite there being far less 3DS systems in the wild compared to the Nintendo DS, the odds have been defied. As of Nintendo’s latest financial report, Animal Crossing: New Leaf for 3DS has sold 11.78...
News Scary Retro RPG World Of Horror Is Set To Crawl Onto Switch Next Year
With haunting chiptune music
Panstasz and Ysbryd Games have announced that World of Horror, an "unsettling cosmic horror retro RPG", will be heading to Nintendo Switch in 2019. In a small, seaside town of Japan, the population’s sanity is dwindling and otherworldly, grotesque creatures have started to terrorise its inhabitants. Players...
Video What Would Ice Climber Look Like If It Was Recreated In Unreal Engine 4?
If only...
Whether you know them from their original 1985 NES game Ice Climber, or simply as playable characters in the Super Smash Bros. series, the Ice Climbers are a very popular cult duo among Nintendo fans. Despite this, Nintendo has shown no sign of releasing a new Ice Climber game, so fans have started taking matters into their own...
Thursday2nd Aug 2018
Review Cycle 28 (Switch eShop)
Break the cycle, or the cycle will break you
Welcome to Lieutenant Olivia Bergen’s personal hell. Getting herself separated from the rest of the fleet, her nimble little space ship gets perpetually stuck in an endless cycle of space combat against impossible odds. But death is hardly the end in this intergalactic Groundhog Day simulator, and there...
Wednesday1st Aug 2018
News Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Summer Surprise Adds Free Blaster Master DLC And New "Jammies Mode"
Available right now!
Earlier this year Shantae: Half-Genie Hero received DLC adding three new costumes. The scenarios each had new moves, storylines, voices and artwork, and were divided into Ninja Mode, Beach Mode, and a Police Mode which saw Shantae cross-promoting Mighty Switch Force!
News Super Mario Land And Sushi Striker Feature In The Latest European My Nintendo Rewards
Discounts, wallpapers and themes
The latest batch of My Nintendo rewards have now gone live in Europe, with a small selection of 3DS games - and one Wii U game - being offered at a discounted price alongside a new set of wallpapers and a 3DS theme. Here's the full list of games that have been added to the site today, alongside those all-important...
News Unlock Exclusive Platypus Chef When You Pre-Purchase Overcooked 2 On Switch
Plus receive five bonus chefs
If you’re a fan of the original Overcooked, you’ll no doubt be aware the sequel to the fast and frantic multiplayer game about food preparation arrives next week on the Nintendo Switch. Rewinding to last week when Team 17 shared a new trailer of
News Nintendo Details Gamescom Activities Including Super Mario Party Hands-On And Livestreams
Watch the action from home
European gaming trade fair Gamescom is rapidly approaching and Nintendo has now detailed its plans for the event. Luckily, both attendees and homestayers will have plenty to see. Visitors to Nintendo's booth will be the first to go hands-on with Super Mario Party, getting to try out some of its brand new minigames, and...
Video Japanese YouTuber Goes Behind The Scenes Of Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu And Eevee
And plays the game, too
With just over three months to go until Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! are released into the world, we're getting increasingly desperate to get our hands on the final product. Luckily, for now at least, we can live through the eyes of a YouTube personality who managed to go behind-the-scenes at Game Freak...
News Hand-Painted Action RPG Moonfall Ultimate Will Cast A Spell On Switch This September
Metroidvania style
Wales Interactive has announced Moonfall Ultimate, a 2D side-scrolling, action-RPG from Fishcow Studio. Set in an industrial gothic universe, Moonfall Ultimate will have players hacking, slashing and casting their way through a treacherous hand-painted world in solo, two-player couch co-op, or endless arcade modes. You'll be able...
News Flipping Death Brings Its Ghostly Comedy To Switch Next Week
Play as Death
We've known that Flipping Death has been scheduled to arrive on Switch in August for a while now, but Zoink Games has now confirmed that the game will be available on the 7th - which is very soon indeed. The game has been in the works for quite some time - we first heard about it before the Switch was even released - but the...
News Divine Marriageable Characters DLC Pack Now Available For Harvest Moon: Light of Hope
Just married
Natsume Inc. has now released the final portion of DLC for Harvest Moon: Light of Hope Special Edition, rounding off the season pass with the 'Divine Marriageable Characters' pack. If you've ever wondered what it'd be like to woo the Harvest Goddess or the Underworld King, Gorgan, you're definitely in luck with this DLC. Players will...
News Sega Of America Appoints Ian Curran As New President
A shift at the top
Sega of America has announced the appointment of Ian Curran as the company's new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and President, effective from today. In this new role, Curran will be responsible for "utilising all resources available to maximise the profitability of the publishing and Sonic business units within the Americas and...
News Out Of The Box Brings Quirky Time Management Action To Switch This Month
Your decisions can change the plot
Raiser Games has shared new information regarding Out of The Box, a "time management thriller" headed to Switch later this month. Players take control of Warren Baker, the new bouncer of the prestigious club 'The Box'. After spending three years in jail, you just want to live an honest life and recover your...
News City-Building Puzzler SubaraCity Secures 9th August Release Date On Switch
A puzzler "with a twist"
Just last week, we brought you the news that CIRCLE Entertainment and Flyhigh Works' puzzler SubaraCity was headed to Switch. Now, the game's release date has been confirmed to be 9th August, so there isn't long to wait at all. The game, which was originally released last year on the 3DS eShop, as well as being...
