News Limited-Time Pokémon Sword And Shield Distribution Event Continues, Final Code Live
Update: Ash's last Pokémon is ready!
News GoldenEye 007 Is Returning To Nintendo Switch
James Bond returns, finally
Random Nintendo Confirms How To Pronounce Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
Yes, it's tears, not tears
Guide Where To Buy Splatoon 3 On Nintendo Switch
Best deals, cheapest prices and amiibo!
News - 2022, Week 37
Sunday18th Sep 2022
News School Girl Ninja Hack 'N Slash Samurai Maiden Launches On Switch December 8
Fight evil undead in the historic Sengoku period
Last month, D3 publisher announced it would be bringing the school girl ninja hack 'n slash Samurai Maiden to the Nintendo Switch this Winter. Now, in line with the Tokyo Game Show, it's locked-in a release date. The game will be arriving in Japan (physically and digitally) on 1st December and will...
Video Square Enix Shares 20 Minutes Of Octopath Traveler II Gameplay Footage
Launching on Switch February 2023
One of the many surprises of the Nintendo Direct earlier this week was the announcement of Octopath Traveler II, a direct follow-up to Square Enix's 2018 retro-inspired RPG featuring HD-2D graphics. This next one will follow eight new travellers as they journey through the land of Solista. Each one has their own...
News Disney's Upcoming Free-To-Play Switch Racer Reveals A New Playable Character
Goofy will be added after launch
Following on from a reveal at Disney's video game showcase last weekend, Disney Speedstorm has now announced another playable racer on the way. This time round it's the Mickey Mouse character Goofy and he'll be joining the race after the launch of the game. Here's a quick look: Last weekend, it was announced the...
Poll Box Art Brawl: Duel - Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life
"Your dad and I shared the same dream, you know..."
Hello everyone; welcome to another edition of 'Box Art Brawl'! It's kind of mad that another week has passed already, right..? Where is the time going?! Never mind. Last week, we took a look at one of the all-time greats on SNES: Mega Man X. It was a ruddy close one, too! Europe and North America...
Saturday17th Sep 2022
News Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot Announces Season Pass 2 & Bardock DLC, Coming 2023
Discover the story of Goku's Saiyan father
Bandai Namco shared some new Dragon Ball announcements at this year's Tokyo Game Show, and apart from the update about the new survival game The Breakers, there's also been some exciting news for fans of Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot. The open-world action game focused on Goku and friends will be receiving a...
Review Jack Move (Switch) - A Short, Sharp, And Utterly Gripping Cyberpunk RPG
In bird culture, this is considered a Jack Move
It feels like most JRPGs these days don’t really tread much into hard science fiction. Sure, big franchises like Final Fantasy or Xenoblade aren’t afraid to mix in some tech alongside their magic, but it’s rare that you’ll see developers fully commit to a world that’s all robots and...
Due to his "deep" understanding of IPs
There's been a lot of conversation about the future of the Super Smash Bros. series since the development of Ultimate wrapped up, but if you ask Katsuhiro Harada about it, there's only one guy who can handle it. Speaking to IGN to promote Bandai Namco's next-gen fighter Tekken 8, director Katsuhiro Harada was...
News Splatoon 3 Datamine Might Have Revealed New Game Modes For Salmon Run
Could Mr. Grizz be up to something?
Splatoon 3 has been out for just over a week now and if you're wondering what's on the horizon for Nintendo's latest squid-shooter, a new datamine might have the answer. According to the well-known Nintendo dataminer OatmealDome, there are possibly three new modes coming to the game's Salmon Run mode in a future...
News Ion Fury Follow-Up Phantom Fury Announced For Nintendo Switch
Shelly 'Bombshell' Harrison returns in 2023
At this year's Realms Deep showcase, Slipgate Ironworks and 3D Realms announced Phantom Fury, a follow-up to Ion Fury. The new game sees the return of Shelly 'Bombshell' Harrison but is now set in a full 3D world. It's described as a "road movie-inspired" first-person shooter and will require players to...
News Quake-Powered FPS Wrath: Aeon Of Ruin Launches On Nintendo Switch In 2023
Get ready to destroy Guardians
One game we've been waiting to see show up on the Switch is Wrath: Aeon of Ruin. This retro-inspired first-person shooter powered by the original Quake Engine was first teased for Nintendo's hybrid system way back in 2019. So, what's the latest? At Realms Deep 2022, the "dark fantasy horror" FPS kicked in a Spring...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 17th)
A post-Direct blowout
*deep breath* There was a Nintendo Direct this week! And it was chock-a-block full of games. But the big news is that we, at last, know the name (and release date) of Breath of the Wild's follow-up. RIP The Sequel to... The Legend of Zelda:
Friday16th Sep 2022
News Limited-Time Pokémon Sword And Shield Distribution Event Continues, Final Code Live
Update: Ash's last Pokémon is ready!
Update #4: The very last code, Ash's Lucario, is live! You can grab this Fighting/Steel-type Pokémon now until 29th September — HAD0UW0CATCH. Happy training! Update #3: The code for Ash's Sirfetch'd is now live until 22nd September — H1SSATSUNEG1. Treat it well! Update #3: The code for Ash's Gengar is now...
Random Nintendo Confirms How To Pronounce Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
Yes, it's tears, not tears
Well, thank goodness that's over with! Since the reveal of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom at the most recent Nintendo Direct presentation, some fans have been feverishly debating how to pronounce the new title: is it tears (as in crying), or te
Review NBA 2K23 (Switch) - Michael Jordan Challenge Is A Slam Dunk In Another Solid Switch Port
A 'Magic' season for Switch b-ball
It's once again reached that time of year when another entry in the NBA 2K franchise slam-dunks onto our consoles. Yes, it's sometimes difficult to muster much excitement for these annual instalments, and it's easy to dismiss them as just another incremental update that looks and plays almost identically to the...
News Splatoon 3 Version 1.1.1 Update Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
It's a big one!
Exactly a week after its release, Nintendo has rolled out a new update for its latest first-party title Splatoon 3. This bumps the game up to Version 1.1.1 and includes a whole lot of changes. There are adjustments to Splatfests, player controls, the game's multiplayer - including Salmon Run, Story Mode adjustments and much more...
News Disney Dreamlight Valley Receives Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
What's This?
Gameloft's charming, heartwarming life sim Disney Dreamlight Valley has captured more than 'One Little Spark' of imagination in many. And now the game has received a pretty large update which aims to smooth out the experience and fix a number of little niggles and issues that players have been experiencing. We've reported on a few...
News Persona 5 Royal Switch Special Edition Will Take Your Heart, Pre-Orders Open
Did you see this coming?
The dream is almost here — we're just over a month away from Persona 5 Royal's release on Switch. This much-begged-for port sees the expanded, tuned-up version of the original Persona 5 make its way over to Nintendo's hybrid console, alongside Xbox and PlayStation 5. And budding Phantom Thieves can get pre-ordering right...
Random Reddit User Creates The Ultimate 3DS Emulator With A Steam Deck
Bigger is better after all
The Steam Deck is widely known for its remarkable emulation capabilities, with users most recently managing to enable gyro controls for Wii U emulation. It's not entirely surprising when you consider that the Steam Deck is effectively a portable PC, but it's still impressive nonetheless. Now, one Reddit user has taken...
News Konami Is Bringing Suikoden I & II Back With HD Remasters On Switch Next Year
FINALLY
Officially announced at the Tokyo Game Show, Suikoden I and Suikoden II are finally returning. And not just with a simple port of both games, as they're both getting the HD remaster treatment. Suikoden I & II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification, a double-pack of the first two games in the series, will be coming to Switch in 2023...
News The Pokémon Diamond And Pearl Remakes Just Won A 'Global Award'
And some trainers aren't happy...
During the 2022 Tokyo Game Show today, the winners of the Japan Game Awards were announced. One winner, in particular, that seems to have people talking on social media is the 2021 Switch title Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Not only did it take out the 'best sales award' but it was also recognised...
News Three Sega Genesis / Mega Drive Games Have Been Added To Switch Online's Expansion Pack
Earthworm Jim and more!
Nintendo has just added three more games to the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive app for the Switch Online Expansion Pack service. The latest editions include Alisia Dragoon, Beyond Oasis (The Story of Thor) and Earthworm Jim! Japan has also received the same three titles.
News Lots Of Splatoon amiibo Have Been Restocked To Coincide With Splatoon 3's Launch
And they all work with the new game
If you've been having a blast with Splatoon 3 and want to unlock some extra in-game goodies, or if you're simply wanting to fill in the gaps of your ever-growing amiibo collection, you'll be pleased to know that plenty of Splatoon series amiibo have been restocked. As well as looking lovely on your shelf, all...
News Nintendo Infographic Shows Every Title Featured In September's Direct
Want that one, that one, that one...
Following on from its Direct presentations, Nintendo is in the habit of throwing up an infographic on its social channels showcasing the logos of every game that featured in the stream. A couple of days on from the September 2022 Nintendo Direct, the company has now put out its latest one via Twitter. With the...
News Taito Rail Shooter 'Operation Wolf' Gets Brand New Game 35 Years Later
The return of an arcade classic
Put this one on the record as "something we weren't expecting" — Microids has announced that it will be releasing Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission, which is an officially licensed "new vision" for Tatio's Operation Wolf series, which started on the NES back in 1987. The original was followed by three sequels,...
News Dragon Ball Z's Most-Powerful Farmer Will Be Playable In Dragon Ball: The Breakers
And Majin Buu, too!
As we approach the release date of Dragon Ball: The Breakers, the online action game where you can play as multiple Dragon Ball characters from different arcs, Bandai Namco has shared a brand new trailer for the game, showcasing a few more new characters. And it looks like Bamco is embracing the weird and wonderful world of the...
News Prodeus Brings Old-School DOOM-Like Carnage To Switch Next Week
"This is the Boomer Shooter you’ve been waiting for"
Humble Games and Bounding Box Software have announced that their old-school, blood-pumping shooter Prodeus is leaving Early Access next week and coming to Switch. On 23rd September, you'll be able to load up your weapons and suit up in this stunning-looking retro-style shooter, which combines...
News Mario Kart Tour Celebrates Its Third Anniversary With A New Tour Update
Goodbye 'Mario Vs. Luigi', hello 'Anniversary Tour'
Mario Kart Tour's latest tour - Mario Vs. Luigi - is about to wrap up. But where one tour ends, another begins. This time, the game will be celebrating its third anniversary on September 25th with the 'Anniversary Tour' - very fitting, indeed! Announced via Twitter, as usual, the tour will kick...
News Wolfenstein-Inspired 'Rise Of The Triad: Ludicrous Edition' Looks... Well, Ludicrous
Retro FPS launches 'Early 2023'
In a collaboration with developer and publisher Apogee Entertainment, New Blood Entertainment, and Nightdive Studios, the 1995 classic FPS Rise of the Triad is getting a re-release on Switch with a boatload of new features and improvements. Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition is billed as the definitive version of...
News The "Last Day" To Play The Original Overwatch Will Be Early Next Month
Assault maps are also being dropped
Overwatch 2 will arrive on the Nintendo Switch and multiple other platforms early next month as a free-to-play title. As part of this, Blizzard has announced it will be shutting down the original game's servers. This will take place just days before the second game's launch on 4th October. Here's how Blizzard's...
Random Game Development Lecturers Are Already Showing Off Sakurai's Videos
Class is now in session
Masahiro Sakurai's YouTube videos are causing quite a stir in the video game community. With short, snappy delivery and easy-to-understand fundamentals, they're proving a hit with both industry veterans and newcomers alike. Now, as expected, it appears as though Sakurai's videos are already being utilised in game development...
Random Masahiro Sakurai Now Has One Million Followers On Twitter
He's also received two silver play buttons from YouTube
Japanese game director Masahiro Sakurai - responsible for some of the greatest crossovers in video game history - has recently hit one million followers on Twitter. Yes, he's now got a million fans checking out his social media account on a daily basis. According to Sakurai's profile, he...
Thursday15th Sep 2022
News Switch Online N64 Controllers Are Back In Stock Now (UK)
Update: And they’re gone again
Update: And they’re all gone again. We hope you got one if you wanted one — we’ll keep an eye out for future restocks. Update [Thu 15th Sep, 2022 18:50 BST]: It's been a while, but My Nintendo Store UK has restocked the wireless Nintendo 64 controller for Nintendo Switch Online. (Thanks for the tip, Joel!)...
Random Fans Take Splatoon 3 Locker Designs To A Whole New Level
Moai head, Moai head, Moai head
If you have read near enough any of the articles here at Nintendo Life over the past few weeks, you will know that we are serious fans of Splatoon 3. The game seems to balance those little quirks that made the former games so successful, with just enough new features that the latest entry really does feel like "the...
Talking Point What Did You Think Of The Latest Nintendo Direct?
"Zelda blowout", they said
Nintendo Direct week is both the joy and the bane of a games journalist's work week. So much to talk about! So little time! So much hype! And then you spend the next two weeks slooowwwwly dissecting it all, discussing it all, and finding out the details that the Direct didn't tell you. This Direct was a pretty good one by...
News Toby Fox Shares Update On Deltarune, New Screens And Music Showcased
Sorry, still no new chapters this year
As we reported just last week, Toby Fox has once again reiterated that no new chapters of Deltarune will be launching this year. We're very sad, of course. However... new screens and music have been showcased via a more substantial development update to tide us over. The update comes via the official Deltarune...
News It Takes Two Switch Physical Version Appears To Require A Download
Make some space
One rumoured game that did end up getting announced at the latest Nintendo Direct was the EA Originals title It Takes Two. This award-winning co-op platform adventure takes two friends on a crazy adventure across a huge variety of gameplay challenges. You can also invite a buddy to join you with the free Friend's Pass trial...
News Square Enix Announces PowerWash Simulator For Nintendo Switch
Keep it clean
If you get joy out of washing and cleaning with hoses, you might want to keep an eye out for PowerWash Simulator. At the Tokyo Game Show today earlier today, Square Enix announced FuturLab Limited would be bringing the game to Switch at some point in the near future. This independant studio originally teamed up with SE last May as part...
News You Can Now Purchase Shigeru Miyamoto's Pikmin T-Shirt
Get it while you can!
In case you somehow missed it, Pikmin 4 is finally getting released on the Nintendo Switch in 2023. In addition to this announcement, and some focus on the mobile title Pikmin Bloom, during the Direct Shigeru Miyamoto also took a moment to show off the Pikmin t-shirt he designed. If you're also wanting one and happen to be...
Feature Rayman Is Back In 'Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope' - So Is He Actually Cool Now?
It'll take an arm and a leg
The '90s gave us a ton of platforming mascots — Sonic, Gex, Spyro, Crash Bandicoot, Aero the Acro-Bat, James Pond, and the list goes on. Plenty of fun, cute animals who can do all sorts of fun things like run fast, glide around, spin rapidly, and trap enemies in bubbles. And then there's Rayman. So what is Rayman? He's...
Poll What Switch Online N64 Game Are You Most Excited About?
A new batch of titles are on the way
Nintendo's Direct presentation earlier this week was loaded with all sorts of announcements, and one of the highlights was the segment announcing a new batch of N64 games for the Switch Online's Expansion Pack service. While GoldenEye 007 is arguably the highlight for many Switch owners out there, we're still...
News Yakuza Dev Still Doesn't Think Switch Is The Right Platform For The Series
It's not compatible with the "underground feeling"
In recent years Sega's Yakuza series has gone beyond the PlayStation - making its way across to the Xbox and PC. What are the chances of a Switch release then? Speaking to GameSpot, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama explained how the team is hesitant to port the series across to...
News Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Will Include Online Battles
Revealed at the Tokyo Game Show
The 2022 Tokyo Game Show has kicked off, and earlier today, Capcom took to the stage to run through its slate of upcoming releases and updates. And one of the company's big featured titles was the Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection, and this won't just be a simple collection of ten games, oh no. Director...
Japanese Charts Splatoon 3 Physical Sales Splatter All Over The Competition
Nearly two million retail copies sold
If you've been paying attention to the news, this week's Japanese charts from Famitsu will be pretty predictable. Splatoon 3 has inked all over the charts, and — in the week of 5th to 11th September — the third squid-based shooter has sold just under a staggering 2 million copies. These are only physical...
News Kemco TGS Sale Discounts 15 RPGs Across Switch And 3DS
Up to 55% off
With the Tokyo Games Show 2022 bound to bring us news galore from the JRPG genre, KEMCO's latest sale (who would have thought they'd do another one?) is here to ensure that your Nintendo consoles are sufficiently stocked to the very brim in that genre department as we head into Fall — especially after all the games announced during...
Nintendo Download 15th September (North America)
Return to Monkey Island! Jack Move! Foretales!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - Highlights: VARIOUS DAYLIFE (SQUARE...
Random This Fan Found A Sealed Copy Of Nintendo Power #1 - Should He Open It?
More tense than Deal Or No Deal
We all know what it's like to search through boxes of old junk only to discover an absolute gem hidden amongst the rubble. It might be an old magazine you cherished as a child, or a boxed NES game that you thought had been lost to the ages. It's an invigorating feeling, to be sure, but we reckon you'd be hard-pressed...
Video New Gameplay Footage Of Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion Surfaces
Launching on Switch this December
The 2022 Tokyo Game Show is now underway in Japan, and as expected - all sorts of new gameplay footage and announcements are beginning to surface online. Japanese outlet Famitsu has uploaded a whopping 13 minutes of Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion. Showing off more gameplay in this HD remaster. Keep in...
News Chroma Squad Dev's Next Project Is A Magical Girl Turn-Based RPG
Play dress-up to get powers
Brazil-based developer Behold Studios is best known for delivering the Super Sentai/Power Rangers-inspired RPG Chroma Squad back in 2015. Now, the developer is moving on from tokusatsu to magical girl with its next game, Mahou Senshi Cosplay Club. This marks the developer's return to its RPG roots following 2019's party...
News Psychedelic Survival Horror 'Saturnalia' Creeps Onto Switch Next Month
Evil expressionism
Developer and publisher Santa Ragione has announced Saturnalia, a psychedelic survival horror that makes use of expressionistic visuals to convey an eery and chilling atmosphere. The game will launch on Switch on October 27th — just in time for Halloween, then — and takes place in the Italian region of Sardinia in 1989...
News Virtua Racing-Inspired 'Formula Retro Racing World Tour' Speeds Onto Switch
'90s style racer launches later this year
Developers Repixel8 and CGA Studio Games have announced that the next entry to the Formula Retro Racing series — Formula Retro Racing World Tour — will launch on Switch on December 14th, 2022. The new entry boasts the same crisp low-polygonal graphics, rapid 60fps racing, and split-screen multiplayer...
News Cooking Mama: Cookstar Creators' New Game Comes With A Side Order Of Nile Rodgers
C'est Chic
If you cast your mind back to 2020, you may remember the sworded release of a little game called Cooking Mama: Cookstar. Controversy surrounded the game after the mild-mannered cooking sim was abruptly pulled from the Switch eShop shortly after its release, leading to rumours of built-in cryptocurrency mining, unlawful use of copyrighted...
News LEGO Bricktales Is Building To An October Launch On Switch
Brickin' it
Indie-dev-turned-publishing powerhouse Thunderful has announced the release date for the next video game based around Denmark's most beloved export (well, bacon and the lovely Felix on our video team are pretty good, too). Lego Bricktales is launching on Switch — and all the other places you usually find your video games — on 12th...
News Make The Switch To Virtual Fuel In 'Gas Station Simulator', Coming Next Month
BPRPG
Only on the day Powerwash Simulator was announced for the Switch would a title like Gas Station Simulator not take us by surprise. You would think that the life sim genre had reached its strangely-specific peak with the likes of Goat Simulator, but — as a cursory search of 'simulator' on the Switch eS
News Dungeon-Crawling JRPG 'Demon Gaze Extra' Bags A Physical Launch On Switch
Day-One Edition comes with added goodies
Publisher Red Art Games has announced that dungeon-crawling JRPG Demon Gaze Extra will be getting a physical release on Nintendo Switch, launching on January 13th, 2023. The game, developed by Dragami Games LTD, will cost €59.99 and will be available for pre-order later today on the official Red Art Games...
News Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Gets A Date For Its Next Major Free Update
Spoiler: It's really close!
Capcom has today announced that the free 'Title Update 2' for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak will be launching on September 29th. That's just two weeks away! The update contains a number of new monsters and quests. Here are the full details from the official website: New Monsters – A rare species and subspecies make...
News Splatoon 3 Will Be At EGX 2022, Come And Splat Us Live On Stage
Battle against Nintendo Life in a Splatoon 3 tournament!
Next week, Splatoon 3 will be showcased at EGX 2022 from 22nd to 25th September at ExCeL London, with fans able to take part in a series of casual 'Turf-War' tournaments. Not only that, but we'll be there too! Nintendo Life will have a curated freeplay area of 15 stations featuring a...
Wednesday14th Sep 2022
News Switch Online Versions Of Pokémon Stadium 1 & 2 Won't Support Transfers
Read the fine print
At the latest Nintendo Direct broadcast, the next batch of games coming to the Switch Online N64 service were revealed. Apart from titles like Mario Party, and the long-rumoured return of GoldenEye 007, Nintendo also confirmed Pokémon Stadium and its sequel Pokémon Stadium 2 would be
Poll So, How Are You Pronouncing Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom?
Tears or Tears? Or both?
As the dust settles on another Nintendo Direct, we think it's fair to say that our little gaming minds have been sufficiently blown. We've got news of GoldenEye! Pikmin 4! Fire Emblem Engage! Tunic! But - and let's be real for a minute here - the thing that really left us Sheikah not stirred was the brand new trailer,...
Review Temtem (Switch) - An Innovative Pokémon-Like, With Depth And Grind In Equal Measure
Into Temtemtion
At the beginning of our Temtem adventure, we had every intention to review the Pokémon-inspired massively multiplayer game based on its own merit, steering clear of comparisons between the two as best we could. Developer Crema never shied away from where Temtem’s blueprints came from during its successful Kickstarter campaign and...
News The New Fire Emblem Hero Was Created By A VTuber Designer
It all makes sense now
Nintendo kicked off its latest broadcast with the official reveal of Fire Emblem Engage, arriving on Switch in 2023. During the first look, players were introduced to the game's protagonist - a new character rocking a red and blue hairstyle. If you're wondering why this new hero looks like a VTuber, it turns out the...
News Don't Worry, Nintendo Hasn't Cancelled Advance Wars For Switch
It's still just delayed...
One of the many games Switch fans were hoping to hear more from during the latest Nintendo Direct was Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp. The anticipated two-in-one game release has already suffered multiple delays and was pushed back again earlier this year due to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. Fans of the original Game Boy...
Random Undertale Creator Is Now Writing Columns For Famitsu, Replacing Sakurai
Get ready for 'Toby Fox's Secret base'
Toby Fox, the creator of Undertale and Deltarune, will seemingly begin writing columns for Weekly Famitsu Magazine, according to Famitsu itself. The column will be called "Toby Fox's Secret Base" with the first piece featuring in Weekly Famistu Magazine dated September 29th, 2022. Fox will effectively be...
PSA Switch Connection Problems? We Wouldn't Recommend Nintendo's Network Fix
These are the Switch ports you want, right?
It seems that lots of people have been having connection issues with Splatoon 3 since its launch last week, and that's caused many to search the internet for any kind of tips or tricks to help them maintain a better internet connection. And this has brought to light a Support Page
Hands On The Witch Is Back - Bayonetta 3 Is Real, And We've Played It
It's about (witch) time
Believe it or not, it’s been nearly five whole years since the wickedly stylish witch Bayonetta revealed the fact her action combat series would become a trilogy, and it’s been almost eight years since Bayonetta 2 released on Wii U. That original reveal trailer showed so little and left us with so many questions. Would...
News Switch Online's N64 Library In Japan Is Getting One Extra Game
Harvest Moon 64 returns in 2023
Nintendo's latest Direct was packed out with farming simulators, but somehow we've missed out on one here in the west. During the announcement of more N64 games for the Switch Online service, Japan's segment revealed one extra title. Instead of 9 games between now and 2023 (GoldenEye 007 included), it'll be receiving...
Reminder Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Minecraft amiibo Are Now Available
Update: Stock appears at My Nintendo Store
Update: The double pack for Steve and Alex has finally appeared on the My Nintendo Store UK. You can order a set below for £25.99. Stock is also still available at Amazon and Best Buy for those of you in the US. <products id="20292,20535,20536"> Original Article: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate...
News Highly Acclaimed Management Sim 'Factorio' Is Heading To Switch
It's out soon too!
During Nintendo's Direct Presentation yesterday, it was announced that the acclaimed PC management sim Factorio will be making its way to the Nintendo Switch on October 28th, 2023. Originally launched in 2020, Factorio tasks players with building and managing a factory-style system, utilising resource gathering and automated...
News Dev Behind PlayStation Series 'Everybody's Golf' Releases New Game On Switch
A former Apple Arcade exclusive
The Nintendo Switch Sports update wasn't the only golf-related news shared during the latest Direct. In Japan's broadcast, Easy Come Easy Golf was announced for Switch. This isn't just any old golf game, it's actually from Clap Hanz - the developer behind the PlayStation series, Everybody's Golf /
News Super Sonic Shines In New Sonic Frontiers Trailer
More from the frontier
Sonic Frontiers is due to release on Switch on November 8th. While that is just a few short months from now, we are still being provided with more and more footage at an alarmingly fast rate (could we really resist a speed reference?) Today's 'TGS Trailer' continues this trend with a fresh look at the game's Titan Battles, as...
News Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered Brings PlayStation 2 Remake To Switch In December
Update: Announced during the Nintendo Direct
Update [Wed 14th Sep, 2022 10:50 BST]: SaGa fans, you may have spotted something very exciting in the sizzle reel during yesterday's Nintendo Direct. Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered is launching on the Switch eShop on 1st December 2022! Here's an official overview of the game from the eShop...
News Surprise! Fitness Boxing Fist Of The North Star Has Been Announced For Switch
A crossover no one expected
Fitness boxing developer Imagineer has revealed its new Switch game Fitness Boxing Fist of the North Star during the latest Direct broadcast. Yes, it's crossing over with the popular manga and anime series Fist of the North Star. You'll have characters like Kenshiro as your instructor, and after you've warmed up you'll...
News Dragon Quest Manga's Video Game Adaptation Gets Simultaneous Global Release
Infinitely amazing
Who wants another Square Enix announcement? Back in 2020, the company revealed a brand new Dragon Quest spin-off game based on the manga and anime Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai. Two years later, we now know that the game — developed by Game Studio and Kai Graphics — is coming to Switch in a simultaneous worldwide release...
News Apple Arcade Launch Title From Key Bravely, Octopath Staff Out Now On Switch
How's your Various Daylife going?
Did you know that some of the people who worked on the Bravely and Octopath series made a game for Apple Arcade? It almost slipped our minds, too! Until yesterday, in the Nintendo Direct, Various Daylife made a surprise appearance. Launching on the service back in 2019, this simplified RPG is now available to buy on...
News Why Settle For One 'Front Mission' Remake When You Can Have Three?
Yep, three!
Cast your minds back to early this year, you might recall that Front Mission 1st and Front Mission 2 remakes were confirmed during the Nintendo Direct presentation in February. Now, publisher Forever Entertainment has showcased more footage for both titles and confirmed that, yes, a third remake is also on the way. Front Mission 2
News Switch's Officially-Licensed Micro SD Card Collection Expands With New Fortnite Designs
Joining Mario, Zelda and more
Storage space has always been one of the Switch's downsides, with the system's internal memory never really being enough to house the many games, patches and more we find ourselves downloading these days. The issue makes a microSD card an essential purchase for any Switch owner and thankfully, there are plenty of great...
News You Can Now Download A Harvestella Demo From The Switch eShop
Try out Square Enix's new farming sim RPG
One of the many Square Enix titles on display at Nintendo's September Direct broadcast was the farming sim RPG Harvestella. If you have been eager to try this one out, you're in luck. Ahead of its November release on the Switch, a demo has now been made available on the Switch eShop. Some of the other...
News Octopath Traveler Has Now Sold Over 3 Million Units Physically And Digitally
Square-Enix has a lot to celebrate
As the dust settles on September's Nintendo Direct presentation, Square-Enix has revealed that Octopath Traveler, the studio's HD-2D RPG, has now shipped and digitally sold over 3 million copies. It's a solid milestone for the game that originally launched on Nintendo Switch back in 2018, before making its way to...
News Ryza Returns In Her Third 'Atelier' Game, Alchemist Of The End & The Secret Key
Mixing it up
Teased by Koei Tecmo just last week, Ryza is back! Atelier Ryza: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key was announced during yesterday's Nintendo Direct, and it sees Reisalin "Ryza" Stout returning as the star in her third Atelier game. And we don't have long to wait, as the game will bubble up on Switch on 24th February in the West,...
News This Undertale-Inspired Timeloop RPG Will Have You Live-Die-Repeating A Lot
'In Stars and Time' comes to Switch next year
Waking up with each day feeling the same may have been a standard part of Pandemic living, but it is the driving force behind In Stars and Time, a new timeloop RPG coming to Switch in 2023. You will play as Siffrin, a hero who is attempting to stop a tyrannical ruler with their group of friends, but the...
News Praise The One Who Waits For This 'Cult Of The Lamb' Vinyl, Pre-Orders Open Today
Cult-ure shock
Those of you with a good enough memory to recall anything before yesterday's Nintendo Direct announcements (were there even games back then?) might remember the release of the creepy life-sim-come-cult-builder, Cult of the Lamb. Well, we had a great time with it — as seen in our 8/10 review — and now those of you who had a blast...
Tuesday13th Sep 2022
News More N64 Games Are Coming To The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack
Yes, including THAT one
Nintendo has announced that a new batch of Nintendo 64 games will be coming to the Expansion Pack tier of its Nintendo Switch Online subscription service. As detailed in the latest Nintendo Direct for September 2022, the following eight titles — as well as the long-rumoured return of GoldenEye 007
News GoldenEye 007 Is Returning To Nintendo Switch
James Bond returns, finally
Nintendo has announced that GoldenEye 007 is finally coming back. During its September 2022 Nintendo Direct, the company confirmed that Rare's seminal N64 first-person shooter — which has never been officially released on any other console — is "coming soon". The Direct announcement was light on specifics, with no...
News Here's A Look At The Stunning Box Art For Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
Brings a tear to the eye
The box art for the newly-named Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has been revealed along with several versions of the key art that will be used for the upcoming game — and we have to say it's a real looker! Apparently, a picture paints a thousand words, so we'll pipe down and just get to it, shall we? Behold the box art for...
News 'The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom' Launches In May 2023
New trailer for the game formerly known as BOTW2
Nintendo has finally announced the real title for the game formerly known as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 — say hello to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, launching on 12th May 2023. The new trailer (above) doesn't give much away in terms of new gameplay, focusing on some...
News 3DS System Update 11.16.0-49 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Super stable
Following the 3DS system update late last month, Nintendo has now issued another one. This bumps the system up to Version 11.16.0-49. Here are the full patch notes, courtesy of Nintendo's support website: Ver. 11.16.0-49U (September 12th, 2022) "Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been...
Round Up Everything Announced In The September 2022 Nintendo Direct - Every Game Reveal And Trailer
What were your favourite announcements?
Another Nintendo Direct has graced the internet, bringing with it a host of awesome announcements and updates. Clocking in at 40 minutes in length, we've got a hunch there was probably something for everybody here, regardless of what kind of games you're into! Not much murky space horror though. Read More:...
Watch Nintendo Direct September 2022 - Live!
40 minutes of yummy, scrumptious reveals and updates
It's that time again, folks! Nintendo is about to bring the big guns with a full-fat, juicy Nintendo Direct just for us - and the rest of the internet... At "roughly 40 minutes" in length, the showcase will mostly be focused on games launching this winter. Emphasis on the "mostly", there - this...
News Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 3 Will Launch This Holiday
Tis the season
It feels like Wave 2 for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's DLC pass only just launched, but we're already looking ahead to Wave 3. Nintendo confirmed during its September Direct that eight more courses will be arriving at the start line this Holiday season. That makes it the perfect family game to fall out over before the celebrations, then! The...
News Hori Officially Announces Switch Split Pad Compact Western Release
The follow-up to the Split Pad Pro
Towards the end of last month, the popular accessory maker Hori announced it would be releasing a follow-up to the Split Pad Pro called the Split Pad Fit. Now, a month later, it's officially announced the western release. Locally, it'll be known as the 'Split Pad Compact'. Apart from the name change, this...
Talking Point What Do You Want To See At Today's Nintendo Direct Showcase?
Zelda? Metroid? More Zelda?
Update [Tue 13th Sep, 2022 12:15 BST]: The day is upon us and we are buckling up for what is sure to be 40 minutes of top-notch announcement content. Alongside the writers below, our wonderful video production team have now also given their thoughts on what to expect from the Direct. Check out their thoughts in the new...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 DLC Introduces New Hero, Swimsuits, Wave 2 Out October
Meet Ino
Have you spotted that silhouette in Xenoblade Chronicles 3's Expansion Pass? Well, now we know who that character is! Ino is a mechanical companion who you'll be able to recruit when Wave 2 launches on 13th October. Ino will be a Defender hero with the class "Noponic Champion", but she'll also have what looks like her own skill tree...
News Fire Emblem Engage Unites New And Returning Characters, Out Next January
Joy-Con hair!
Kicking off today's Nintendo Direct in style is the Fire Emblem series! Nintendo and Intelligent Systems announced a brand new Fire Emblem mainline game, Fire Emblem Engage. This new game seems to bring old favourites together with some new characters, and a protagonist with curiously-coloured hair. Plus, the game is out pretty darn...
News Resident Evils 7, 8, 2, And 3 Are Coming To Switch, But There’s A Catch
Yes, they're 'Cloud Versions'
During today's Nintendo Direct Showcase, Capcom revealed that several Resident Evil games will be coming to the Switch. These include Resident Evil: Village, Resident Evil: Biohazard (7), Resident Evil 2, and Resident Evil 3. The catch, of course, is that all games will be avail
Talking Point What Did You Think Of The September 2022 Nintendo Direct?
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom! Fire Emblem Engage! Pikmin 4!
Well, that was one heck of a Nintendo Direct, wasn't it? While it perhaps wasn't the massive Zelda blowout we were all expecting, Nintendo had no shortage of first-party reveals and exclusives, amidst some big Indies and multiplatform releases. Let's start with the biggie, then — Breath...
News Splatoon 3's Next Splatfest Is On The Way
Time to pick a side
The Nintendo Direct Showcase has just confirmed that the next Splatoon 3 Splatfest is coming 23rd September 5pm PT/1am BST - 25th September 5pm PT/1am BST. The theme for this one is slightly more unusual than those we have seen before, with you having to choose what you would bring to a deserted island: Gear, Grub or Fun? We...
News Kirby's Return To Dream Land Deluxe Flies To Switch Next February
Give us more Kirby!
Originally released on Wii back in 2011, Kirby's sword swinging adventure is coming to the Switch in Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe on February 24th, 2023. The game is set to bring over all of the powered-up fun from the original and combine it with some new features such as the Mecha Copy Ability which seems to turn Kirby...
News Tunic Is Confirmed For Switch, And It's Coming Very Soon
Blimey, September's a full one!
A Switch release for indie darling (and hitherto Xbox console exclusive) Tunic has been announced for Switch, and it's coming in just a couple of weeks, launching on 27th September. Our friends over at Pure Xbox absolutely adored this cute-looking Zelda-style adventure, awarding it an impressive 9/10 when it launched...
News Classic GameCube Action RPG 'Tales Of Symphonia' Getting Switch Remaster
Embark on the Journey of Regeneration again
If you had a GameCube and you loved RPGs, then you've likely played Tales of Symphonia. The first Tales of game to be released in Europe, it's arguably among the best games on the system. Now, fans who may have got into the esteemed Tales of series late will be able to try out this classic when it gets a...
News Pikmin 4 Is Set For A 2023 Release, Following Years Of Speculation
Not lost in a fire, then
In an announcement that we genuinely hadn't predicted, Shigeru Miyamoto just made an appearance at the Nintendo Direct Showcase to reveal that Pikmin 4 is on its way, finally! Check out the teaser trailer above. While there was little in terms of gameplay or release information, Miyamoto stated that the game is going to...
News Story Of Seasons: A Wonderful Life Remakes A Farming Classic
The music... Oh, the music
Xseed Games has announced that it will be releasing Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life for the Nintendo Switch, launching in Summer 2023. The game is a full remake of Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life, which originally launched on the GameCube back in 2003. It sure looks and sounds familiar too, with the main theme bringing...
News Mario Strikers: Battle League Scores Second Free Update, Coming This Month
He's got a foot like a traction engine
One of the pieces of update news to come out of the Nintendo Direct Showcase was the reveal of the new content coming to Mario Strikers: Battle League. The big take aways from this announcement was the arrival of two new players: Pauline and Diddy Kong. Making a name for herself following Super Mario Odyssey,...
Out Now Treasure's Classic Arcade Shmup 'Radiant Silvergun' Surprise Drops On Switch
Update: Currently unavailable on the North American eShop
Update [Wed 14th Sep, 2022 09:35]: Radiant Silvergun has randomly disappeared from the North American Switch eShop. The trailer has also been made private on YouTube. We've popped the Japanese reveal trailer up top for now so you can still get your shump goodness. For more information on the...
News Splatoon 3 Sales Cause Nintendo's Shares To Surge
Biggest jump since December 2020
After Splatoon 3 inked all over Japanese sales records over the weekend, it's perhaps no surprise that the success of Nintendo's squid-based shooter has caused the company's shares to surge. Bloomberg reports that Nintendo's share jumped 5.5% in Tokyo today, which means this is the
News Nintendo Switch Sports Golf Will Tee Off A Bit Later Than Expected
Coming this Holiday
Nintendo Switch Sports has been a constant for many during the past few months, and with five sports already included in the game, fans have been waiting eagerly for an update that's been due on the fairways for a little while. During today's Nintendo Direct, we now know that golf — which will be added as a free update —...
News Octopath Traveler 2 Journeys Onto Nintendo Switch February 2023
Shouldn't that be sixteen paths?
Update: You can pre-order a special Collector's Edition of the game over on the Square Enix store! And while we haven't had a look at it, we can use our imagination — because it sounds like it'll be gorgeous: OCTOPATH TRAVELER II Standard Edition Game OCTOPATH TRAVELER II Travelers Bust Set Bust figurines of the...
News The Minds Behind Danganronpa Reveal 'Master Detective Archives: Rain Code'
Out in 2023
Spike Chunsoft has revealed Master Detective Archives: Rain Code, a noir-adventure game set to release on the Switch in Spring 2023. From the creators of the Danganronpa series, the game certainly displays a similar visual style to the iconic RPG series, with gameplay that actually reminds us of Atlus' Persona franchise. Here's some...
News Sifu Punches Its Way To Switch In November
Everybody was Kung Fu fighting
Get working on your martial arts moves, as the Kung Fu action brawler Sifu is coming to Nintendo Switch on November 8th. The Direct Showcase revealed a small trailer of the game (above), demonstrating the appealing hand-to-hand combat in all its crunchy action. Sifu will see you taking on hoards of opponents as you...
News Retro Fighters New Bluetooth Brawler64 Controller Is Switch-Compatible
And it's fully-funded!
We've covered Retro Fighters' rather-lovely controllers (and peripherals) a few times here at Nintendo Life, but the company's newest Kickstarter has just launched, and it looks like a fantastic upgrade to the original Brawler64 controller. The Brawler64 N64 Blu
News Fatal Frame: Mask Of The Lunar Eclipse Haunts Switch Next Year
Wii classic gets a new lease of life
KOEI TECMO AMERICA has announced that Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse will be making its way to the Switch in Early 2023, bringing the classic Wii title back to life with bumped-up visuals and an all-new photo mode. Here's some official info from Koei Tecmo: "The remastered game features an all-new...
News Fae Farm Promises The Depth Of Stardew Valley And The Charm Of Fantasy Life
Co-op farming sim out Q2 2023
Publisher Phoenix Labs has announced Fae Farm, a brand new farming sim that "invites players to escape with friends into an enchanted world filled with wonder". Due to launch in Q2 2023, Fae Farm is being built with co-op play in mind and lets you drop in and out of sessions both online and via local multiplayer...
News Nintendo Direct Livestreams Return To Nintendo's New York Store
Be part of the moment
In case you somehow missed it, we're getting a full 40-minute Nintendo Direct tomorrow - "mostly" focused on games coming out on the Switch this winter. If you happen to be based in New York, or somewhere nearby, you can go and join the party at the Nintendo NY Store for this event. As GoNintendo notes, it's the first time...
Video Unboxing The New Splatoon 3 Nintendo Switch OLED & Pro Controller
Felix takes a look
Splatoon 3 arrived on the Switch last week, and as part of this, Nintendo has also released a new themed OLED system and a new Pro Controller. If you've been wanting a closer look, but haven't been able to secure one just yet, don't worry - because Felix has! Check out the video above to see the new themed Switch in all its...
News PlatinumGames Launches Free Switch Demo For Sol Cresta
Get a taste of the game's 'Dramatic Mode'
PlatinumGames has announced that it has launched a free Nintendo Switch demo for its shoot-em-up title Sol Cresta. The demo - titled Sol Cresta Trial Version - is being rolled out today, however the specific time of its release may differ depending on your region (at the time of writing, it is not yet...
News Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion Refreshes PSP Favourite This December
Our reunion...
Square Enix had an incredibly healthy showing during today's Nintendo Direct, and one of its biggest announcements was an official release date for Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion. The remake of the PSP game is launching on Switch (and other consoles) on 13th December with beautiful visuals and rearranged music. The developer...
News Rune Factory 3 Special Heading To Switch In 2023
New series also in development
Xseed Games has announced that Rune Factory 3 Special will be launching on Switch in 2023, remastering the game for a new generation. It also revealed that a new Rune Factory series is now in development, though no further information was provided for this. Here's some features you can expect in Rune Factory 3...
Hands On All Of The Exciting Upcoming Games We Played At PAX West 2022
Indies, Nintendo Switch titles and more!
Recently, we sent our American video producer Zion Grassl to PAX West 2022 to try out the latest and greatest games coming out in the near future. Now that he's completed his assignment, he's put together the above video - where he and his friend, Zach Driscoll, share their impressions about all the games...
News Critically-Acclaimed Co-Op Game 'It Takes Two' Confirmed For Switch
Howdy there, partner
Hazellight Studios' Game of the Year winner at the 2021 Game Awards, It Takes Two, is making the jump to Switch on 4th November. This was one of the many announcements that was heavily rumoured by multiple people last week, but it's fantastic to see this acclaimed title finally hop over to the hybrid console. This platforming...
News A New Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Makes A Symphony On Switch Next February
Melodies of life
It's finally happened! During today's Nintendo Direct, we found out that we're finally getting a brand new Theatrythm game on the Switch. Consoles haven't seen a new rhythm-based Final Fantasy game since the 3DS' Curtain Call, but now, Theatrhythm Final Bar Line will be changing that when it launches on 16th February 2023. This new...
News Bayonetta 3 Bewitches With Demonic New Gameplay Trailer
Out this October
PlatinumGames' Bayonetta 3 stomped its way into today's Nintendo Direct, but our favourite witch had more to deliver afterwards with a solid look at the upcoming game's combat and gameplay. Releasing on 28th October, we can see Bayonetta in action as she kicks and flips her way through demons in the upcoming third entry. You'll...
Random Reggie Fils-Aimé Played A Ton Of GTA During The GameCube Era
Wait... that wasn't on GameCube!
Ex-Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aimé is well known for his showmanship and love for Nintendo games, but if a recent interview is anything to by, it seems he may have spent more of his time on the PlayStation 2 during the early 2000s rather than the GameCube. Traitor, right..? Nah, we're kidding...
News Is Mr. Spock Faster Than A Xenomorph? You Can Find Out In Fall Guys Season Two
To boldly fall...
Epic Games' much enjoyable (if not a little frustrating on Switch) online survival game, Fall Guys, will soon be launching into its second season, and things are about to get a whole lot more cosmic. The latest foray into the final frontier, 'Satellite Scramble', is due to lift off on September 15th. The first season, 'Free for...
Monday12th Sep 2022
Guide Where To Buy The Splatoon 3 Nintendo Switch OLED Model Console And Pro Controller
Available now!
Update: The Splatoon 3 Switch OLED and Pro Controller are available right now! Stock is selling out super fast, so be sure to check all of your options below and pick one up before they're all gone. Original Article: Nintendo has unveiled a special Splatoon 3-themed Switch OLED console that looks perfect for fans of the series –...
Guide Where To Buy Splatoon 3 On Nintendo Switch
Best deals, cheapest prices and amiibo!
Update: Splatoon 3 is now available! Below, you'll find all the best deals available at launch. Original Article: Kids and squids alike will no doubt be looking forward to Splatoon 3, the latest game in Nintendo's family-friendly shooter series that's headed to Switch later this year. If you're super keen,...
News Nintendo Direct Showcase Confirmed For Today (September 13th)
It's happening!
After a whole bunch of rumours, Nintendo has officially announced a new Direct Showcase, scheduled to air on September 13th at 7am PT / 10am ET / 3pm BST / 10pm AWST / 2am NZST. Nintendo UK has also announced that it will not stream the Direct as a mark of respect for the country's current period of national mourning; as such, it...
Guide Disney Dreamlight Valley: Star Coins - How To Earn Money Fast And Easy
Money makes the valley go 'round
Figuring out how to earn money fast in Disney Dreamlight Valley is essential for upgrading your new home, literally and figuratively. House upgrades cost a significant amount of money, and the local shops don’t invest in themselves. Unlike most life sims, though, Dreamlight Valley has several efficient ways to...
Guide Disney Dreamlight Valley: How To Make Ratatouille
How to invite Remy to the valley
The Disney Dreamlight Valley ratatouille recipe is essential if you want Remy to set up shop in the valley – and you do. Getting Remy to re-open Chez Remy is one of the most important things you can do early in Dreamlight Valley, and entering his realm should be your first priority. How to make ratatouille in...
News Splatoon 3 Connection Issues? Looks Like An Update Is On Its Way
Spatchville
This weekend was marked by the release of Splatoon 3, and we must say, we just think it's neat! Selling a record-breaking number of copies over its opening weekend, the game has been enjoyed by millions in its early days, with many agreeing that Nintendo's newest splat sequel has a lot going for it. Read More: Splatoon 3 Review...
News Dispatch Games Posts Several Updates Around Its Company Status And Products
Update: The saga continues, again
Update: [Mon 12th Sep, 2022 11:00 BST] - As promised, Dispatch Games has provided a bit more context around what the heck is happening with both the company itself and its products. It's not a particularly comforting update, granted, but at least it's not silence. Chiefly, Dispatch’s “revoked” status as a...
Random Switch eShop 'Team Picks' Logo Looks Awfully Familiar
The Team "selects"
We miss Nintendo Selects. Nintendo's budget marketing label was used to indicate the company's best-selling titles that were sold at lower prices. Introduced in 2015 and used on Wii U and 3DS titles, every time we saw this little gold logo, we were always a bit excited to see those first-party titles at a reduced price. Sadly,...
News Paper Animal RPG Is An Adorable Mash-Up Of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon And Paper Mario
Wrap it up
With multiple indie developers taking up the Paper Mario mantle — in aesthetics and gameplay — Paper Animal RPG aims to do something a bit different with this crafty style. Developed by Cuddling Raccoons Studio, Paper Animal RPG is an utterly adorable take on the N64 Paper Mario's visuals, leaning into the slightly-more pixelated...
Random Bored Splatoon 3 Players Are Recreating Pong And Screensavers In The Lobby
Like watching ink dry
Here at Nintendo Life, we're big fans of Splatoon 3 — as if you couldn't already tell from our glowing review — and while the lobby wait times can go on a little, being able to ink your surroundings and zip around is better than staring at a board while you twiddle your thumbs. An update is on the way which should address...
News Splatoon 3 Becomes The Fastest Selling Nintendo Switch Game In Japan
Nintendo releases domestic sales figures
To say the Splatoon franchise has become a breakthrough hit for Nintendo since its debut on the Wii U back in 2015 would be somewhat of an understatement. Although the first entry sold modest numbers, all told, its focus on fast-paced multiplayer with a unique spin resonated with fans worldwide and has since...
News Square Enix Is Now Part Of A Blockchain
After dipping its toes in NFTs
After months of hints and talking about NFTs, Square Enix has finally become part of a blockchain. Gameindustry.biz reports that the Japanese developer and publisher has partnered with Oasys, which claims to be "an eco-friendly blockchain built for the gaming community, offering the best user experience with fast...
News Koumajou Remilia II Brings More Castlevania Inspired Gameplay To Switch
Sequel will be playable at TGS
Publisher CFK has announced that it will be launching Koumajou Remilia II: Stranger's Requiem on the Switch. The game is a sequel to the Castlevania-inspired side-scroller Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony featuring characters from 'Touhou Project', which launched on the Switch's eShop just earlier this year, with a...
Mini Review Little Orpheus (Switch) - A Whimsical Tale That Left Us Wanting
Absurd tales straight from the centre of the Earth
Developed by The Chinese Room of Dear Esther and Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture fame, Little Orpheus sheds some – but not all – of the studio’s reputation for making games with a focus on engaging stories rather than gameplay. Fear not, the studio's flair for an intriguing setup remains...
UK Charts Splatoon 3 Inks Its Way To The Top Spot
You've gotta be squidding me!
Ladies and gentlemen, the week! Welcome back to another Monday folks, but hey, it's not all doom and gloom. Here we have the latest UK charts for you to take a look over and brighten your day being safe in the knowledge that a Nintendo title is once again at number one! In case the title didn't give it away already,...
Poll What's The Best Contra Game? Rate Your Collection And Help Us Find Out
Run 'n' Rank!
This week marks the 30th anniversary of Contra III: The Alien Wars (or Super Probotector: Alien Rebels) on the SNES in Europe. That's crazy, right? Despite Konami's rather lacklustre attempt to revitalise the franchise with Contra: Rogue Corps in 2019, we here at Nintendo Life still have a spot in our hearts for the run 'n' gun shooter...
News Here's The Debut Trailer For Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway
Coming to Switch next month!
After its initial reveal back in July, publisher GameMill Entertainment has revealed the first official trailer for Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway. Due for launch on October 7th, 2022, the game will feature over 40 playable characters from Nickelodeon franchises, including SpongeBob Squarepants,
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