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News - April, 2026
Thursday30th Apr 2026
News Super Mario Galaxy 2 Updated To Version 1.4.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
A new story has been added
Following a patch in February, Nintendo has today rolled out a new update for Super Mario Galaxy 2 on the Switch. Surprisingly, this patch includes not just fixes but also a "new story" for the game's storybook. You can see how to access it in the official patch notes below. Here's the full rundown of Version 1.4.0 via...
News Animal Crossing: New Horizons Updated To Version 3.0.3, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Download it now
Animal Crossing: New Horizons received a special Animal Crossing anniversary update earlier this month, adding a leaf statue to the game. Now, Nintendo has released Version 3.0.3, which makes this same item available for purchase from the Nook Shopping furniture catalog. It means even if you didn't already have it, you can now see...
"We haven't scaled back or cut content"
The Switch 2 has already had its fair share of ports that would have felt impossible on the previous console, and next month, another is joining the ranks. After launching on Xbox back in 2024 before whipping up a PS5 release the following year, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is bringing fortune and glory...
News Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes Of An Elusive Age - Definitive Edition Has Been Rated For Switch 2
Will the hero return?
Ahead of Dragon Quest Day next month, it looks like another entry in the series could be on the way to the Switch 2. A new classification for a Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition has popped up on the classification board in Taiwan. This 'S' version of the title made its debut...
News Dbrand Claims Its New Joy-Con Holder Is More Comfortable Than A Pro Controller
Well, we appreciate the enthusiasm
Accessory manufacturer dbrand has launched a new controller holder for Switch 2 that it claims is more comfortable than a Pro Controller. It's essentially a plastic case in which to fit your Joy-Con 2 controllers, kinda like the 'JoyVerse' grip from JSAUX, except this one seems to have some sort of hinge to allow...
Random Gamer Buys Dodgy Copy Of Pragmata And Breaks Their Switch 2
Be careful, folks
If you're in the market for a new game – specifically a brand-new release, mind you – and fancy bagging yourself a cheeky discount, just be careful. A gamer over on ResetEra by the username 'jokkir' unfortunately found out the hard way by purchasing Pragmata via a Warehouse Deal on Amazon. After inserting the cartridge into...
Preview Indy's Still In Whip-Cracking Shape As MachineGames Squeezes Mileage From Switch 2
Indy world
Despite being a huge fan of the Indiana Jones film trilogy (what a relief that they stopped after three and never made another Indy film again), I missed The Great Circle when it first launched on Xbox in 2024 and then on PS5 in 2025. So yes, I was more than a little excited when Bethesda and MachineGames popped up at last year's Gamescom...
PSA Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Adds Another Free Character To The Roster
Update: Captain Majima has arrived
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has been adding new characters to the roster on a regular basis, and this week sees the arrival of Captain Majima. This free DLC character, as seen in Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii, will be made available on 29th April 2026. Starting 30th April 2026, there'll also be a festival,...
News Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes Vs. Villains Brings A Galactic Showdown To Switch 1 & 2 This June
Update: Gameplay trailer released
[Wed 18th Mar, 2026 05:55 GMT]: If you like Monopoly and also happen to be a fan of Star Wars, you might want to be on the lookout for this new Ubisoft-published title, Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains. This new crossover will be arriving for the Switch 1 and 2 on 11th June 2026 (as well as multiple other...
Japanese Charts No Amount Of Sci-Fi Shooting Can Trouble Tomodachi Life
Hughdunnit?
This week's Japanese charts are in from Famitsu, and despite some newbies on the scene, nothing has been able to shake Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Yep, Nintendo's weird little life sim is still comfortably ahead of the competition, adding another 178,533 copies to its name in the region. Pokopia sneaks into second, leaving the...
News Tales Of Eternia Remastered Switch Rating Surfaces Online
Bandai Namco isn't slowing down
It looks like the PEGI ratings board may have revealed the return of Tales of Eternia ahead of schedule. A new rating has temporarily appeared on the classification website for "Tales of Eternia Remastered" on the Nintendo Switch. The publisher is listed as Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe, and attached to the...
News Zach Cregger's 'Resident Evil' Movie Gets Its First Teaser Trailer
"I'm in like a seriously f***ed up situation right now"
Resident Evil, the new movie adaptation from director Zach Cregger (Barbarian, Weapons) has received its first teaser trailer ahead of its release on 18th September 2026. Starring Austin Abrams (Weapons, The Walking Dead) in the lead role, Resident Evil is the latest attempt to adapt Capcom's...
News 'The Immortal John Triptych' Looks Utterly Absurd, And We're Here For It
Launching on Switch 1 & 2 later this year
Fancy a trip back to The Renaissance? Then The Immortal John Triptych might be just what you're looking for when it arrives on Switch and Switch 2 later this year. From the mind of developer Joe Richardson, this new collection brings together three absurd adventures in one package: Four Last Things, The...
Nintendo Download 30th April (North America)
Constance! Mullet Madjack! This Is Fine!
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 2 eShop - Highlights: Bandit Trap (PM Studios, 30th...
News 'Haneda Girl' Is A New 2D Action-Platformer From The 'Narita Boy' Dev
And it looks bloomin' awesome
If you're a fan of the trippy, cyberpunk-inspired 2D game Narita Boy, then developer Studio Koba has a new title that might be worth investigating. Haneda Girl launches on the Switch eShop on 7th May 2026 and is a pretty drastic departure from Koba's previous title, though there's definitely some of the same DNA...
Guide Super Mario Galaxy 2: How To Unlock The Storybook Epilogue On Switch
One last tale
Nintendo, seemingly out of nowhere, has updated Super Mario Galaxy 2 on the Switch to add a new piece of Storybook content. On the surface, the new 'Epilogue: Journey' chapter isn't exactly revelatory, though there is some loose speculation that this is an attempt from Nintendo to bring the game's story more in line with that of The...
Wednesday29th Apr 2026
Ah, thanks?
In case you missed it when it was announced in February, Bethesda has this week released "physical" versions of Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition for Switch 2. The catch is they're not actually proper physical releases. In fact, they're not even being distributed as game-key cards...
"I don't know how to save the channel, I don't know if I can"
A popular Pokémon YouTube channel called 'PokéNational Geographic' is no more after a series of copyright strikes from Nintendo. Channel creator Elious delivered the new himself (thanks, Kotaku), confirming in a video posted on 26th April that he has 7 days before the channel is gone...
Review Constance (Switch) - A Beautiful Metroidvania With Something To Say
Constance craving
The idea of an indie Metroidvania exploring mental illness has become a bit of a cliche. The past decade has seen successes in the genre like the Hollow Knight and Ori games, as well as titles like Celeste that manifest their main character’s mental journey through their mechanics. Constance owes a lot to every game listed above,...
Round Up The Previews Are In For Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's Switch 2 Port
Here's what the critics think
As we get closer to June, Square Enix is gearing up for the release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on the Switch 2. The previews, which were limited to handheld mode, have now gone live alongside the demo release. As many already know what to expect from the game, the focus here is mostly on how the title runs on...
News Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection Update Out Now, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
"Krossplay is here!"
When the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection arrived last October, one feature missing was cross-platform online play. Now, in a new update today, Digital Eclipse has added Krossplay. It will be "off" by default, but can be activated in the online options. Due to technical limitations, Mortal Kombat Trilogy isn't available for...
News Final Fantasy VII Trilogy Director Says Part 3's Development Is "On Time And On Schedule"
"We know many fans are eagerly waiting"
Although the focus this week is on the Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Square Enix has also been busy with the third entry. We heard earlier this year how Part 3 now has an official title, and more recently, director Naoki Hamaguchi spoke about how this chapter was progressing very smoothly...
Mini Review Total Chaos (Switch 2) - Performance Woes Tarnish Fort Oasis
Chaotic frame rates
Released on other platforms in November 2025, Total Chaos is an intriguing first-person survival horror in which you explore the mysterious island of Fort Oasis. Once a bustling community of industry, it’s since fallen into ruin, and it’s your job to explore the environment, piece together fragments of the past, and...
News Want To Make Your Own 3D Zelda Dungeons? This N64 Love Letter On Steam Is For You
Temple Maker 64 is developed by one person
We're baffled that, somehow, Nintendo hasn't given us a proper Zelda dungeon maker. No, the Chamber Dungeon in Link's Awakening on Switch doesn't quite scratch the itch. So thank goodness for indie developers, huh? Temple Maker 64 (spotted via Dexerto) is looking to fill that gap with a specific chunky N64...
News Today Is Nintendo Legend Yoshiaki Koizumi's 58th Birthday
The 35-year Nintendo veteran deserves to be celebrated
Today, 29th April 2026, is Yoshiaki Koizumi 58th birthday. Currently the Senior General Manager at Nintendo EPD, and a Senior Executive Officer at the company, Koizumi-san is a long-time legend, having been with the company for 35 years (via Stealth40k) He's also the face of many Nintendo...
News Shovel Knight Fans Will Really Dig Crypt Of The NecroDancer's New Crossover DLC
Available right now!
Brace Yourself Games is celebrating Crypt of the NecroDancer's 11-year anniversary in 2026, and to mark the occasion, the studio has released a new crossover DLC pack for us all to dig into. Yep, as if the headline and lead image weren't enough of a giveaway, Mr. Indie himself, Shovel Knight, is joining the rhythm action game...
Tuesday28th Apr 2026
Guide Last Chance To Grab These 69 Switch 1 & 2 Games In Nintendo's 'Spotlight Sale' (North America)
Every game we scored 9/10 or higher, plus a personal pick
Just a reminder that the North American eShop sale wraps up tomorrow (Wednesday), so you've still got time to grab a bargain. Carry on! Another month, another eShop sale... Yes, Nintendo is back with another wave of discounts on its North American storefront in the all-new 'Spotlight...
Review Monster Crown: Sin Eater (Switch) - A Satisfyingly Deep And Open-Ended Pokémon-Like
Go on, eat the sin cake
In 2021, a monster-catching RPG called Monster Crown hit the eShop, a one-man project aiming to emulate the glory days of Pokémon. Though it had its shortcomings, it mostly captured the essence of its inspiration and evidently it garnered enough of a following to justify the launch of a sequel after a successful Kickstarter...
News Elementallis Brings A Touch Of Magic To GBA Zelda-Style Adventuring On Switch
Could you call it a Wind Waker?
Top-down pixel art adventure games are one of the most popular genres for indie developers, and why wouldn't they be? The Legend of Zelda, which often serves as the inspiration for many of these titles. And today, another has landed on the eShop, though it features its own little twist on the genre. Elementallis...
Hands On Is Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's Switch 2 Port The Most Ambitious Yet?
Grin and Barret
I'm in a slightly strange camp when it comes to Final Fantasy VII, though I'd wager it's one that at least some of you will be part of too. You see, Remake's Switch 2 port was my first time playing this story — remade or otherwise. I know everything there is to know about the original FFVII (yes, even that bit), but at no point...
Round Up The First Impressions Of The Mortal Kombat II Movie Are In
Here's Johnny
Putting aside those rumours about a Metroid Movie for a moment, one video game movie that's already locked in is Mortal Kombat II, and it's due out next month. Ahead of its release, an early screening for the second movie premiered in theatres. If you are wondering how the sequel (led by "The Boys" star Karl Urban as Johnny Cage)...
News Nintendo & Illumination Are Releasing An Untitled Movie In April 2028
So, what will it be?
With The Super Mario Galaxy Movie rolling in the dough right now, it makes absolute sense that Nintendo and Illumination are looking ahead to the future. And, it seems like the two studios have a plan. Universal Pictures International Spain's release schedule lists an unannounced movie from the gaming and animation giants,...
Video Here's How 'Final Fantasy VII Rebirth' Looks & Runs On Switch 2
Stay Kalm
In case you missed it, you can now try out Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Switch 2 thanks to a free demo. If you loved Remake Intergrade earlier this year, then it's well worth a shot — because you can transfer your save data from the demo to the main game when it launches on 3rd June 2026. For those of you who don't have time to check...
Talking Point Is Legend Of Zelda's Link Left Or Right-Handed? Let's Look At The Evidence
Rightward Sword or A Left to the Past?
The Zelda series has a passionate and devoted fanbase. Over the years, timelines have been debated, settled, shaken up, or outright ignored. Storylines have been contested, shredded apart, put on a pedestal. But nothing, not even recovering the Triforce, is more important than making sure Link is holding his...
Random Out Of 1-Ups? This Manufacturer Has Some Stylish Super Mario Coffins
'Too bad!'
We've seen some pretty wild Super Mario-inspired products in our time, but this has to be one of the highlights. As showcased by Voxel on YouTube, a Brazilian funeral urn and coffin manufacturer by the name of 'Bignotto' has advertised a new line of coffins styled after several Mario characters. So we've got Mario himself, Luigi, Peach,...
News A Demo For Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Is Now Available On Switch 2
Materi-awesome
In case you haven't seen, we recently went hands-on with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Switch 2 ahead of its full release on 3rd June 2026. We came away feeling pretty positive about the whole thing, noting that while there were certainly some visual drawbacks, it nevertheless proves to be a worthy follow-up to Remake and a solid...
News Resident Evil Requiem's 'Minigame' Update May Be Just Around The Corner
T[ease]-virus
Capcom isn't done with Resident Evil Requiem just yet, with director Koshi Nakanishi confirming that both a minigame and a story expansion will be added as post-launch DLC. While the latter is still very much under wraps for the time being, the minigame is seemingly just around the corner. According to an interview with Denfaminico...
News Nintendo Music Takes To The Court With A Mario Tennis Album Update
Here's the full list of songs
After taking a break last week, Nintendo is back with its weekly updates for the Nintendo Music mobile application. Today, it's taking to the court with the addition of the Mario Tennis Aces soundtrack. Before Mario Tennis Fever arrived on the Switch 2, Camelot released this game on the Switch in 2018. The soundtrack...
Monday27th Apr 2026
Review Mouse: P.I. For Hire (Switch 2) - A Bold, Risk-Taking FPS, And A Fine Achievement
In Mouseburg, every mouse has something to hide
With Mouse: P.I. For Hire, I’ve got very little to complain about, so for the sake of balance, first I’ll gently shine a light on its near-absurd mishmash of influences. The striking rubber-hose animation USP hails from the 1920s. The 11-hour story, with its tough, unsentimental protagonist, and...
News Nintendo Skips Over Some Heavy-Hitters In Its Super Mario 40th Anniversary Ad
Where is my Sunshine, my only Sunshine..? ♫
Nintendo has uploaded a new ad as part of its ongoing celebrations for Super Mario's 40 anniversary. Titled 'It's You, Mario', it highlights some of the plumber's iconic games, starting with the Famicom and Super Mario Bros. and ending with the Switch 2 and Super Mario Galaxy. It's a nice little look at...
When the Switch 2's screen isn't enough
A few years back, we took a look at Viture's XR glasses – a pair of specs that, to the untrained eye, looked like sunglasses but were, in fact, akin to wearing a large-format display on your face. We came away pleasantly surprised, despite the absurdity of it all, so when Viture got in touch to inform us...
Rumour A Metroid Movie May Become A Reality As Two Studios Battle For Rights
Who will be the Chozo one?
File this one under "Yes, this sounds plausible, but I shall maintain a healthy dose of skepticism", because with Nintendo now well on the way to delivering its Legend of Zelda movie after Super Mario's recent success, it sounds like Metroid might be next in line to receive an adaptation. As reported by Dot eSports, posts...
UK Charts Pragmata Shoves Tomodachi Life Off The Top Spot
'Scuse me
The latest UK Charts data is in, and after Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream debuted at number one last week, Pragmata has now stepped in to take the crown, pushing the former down to number three. Cyberpunk 2077 has also stormed up the podium to take the silver medal, after what we can only assume has been some aggressive discounting on...
News Completed Legends: Z-A's Pokédexes? There's A Shiny Prize Waiting For You In Pokémon HOME
We have prizes at HOME...
The Pokémon Company is dishing out a shiny reward for those who have caught 'em all in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. If you have completed the latest game's Lumiose, Mega Evolution, and Hyperspace Pokédexes, and logged them all in Pokémon HOME, there's a special Shiny Volcanion waiting for you. This special 'mon comes loaded...
News Adventure Of Samsara 2.0 Update Adds A Slew Of New Content And Adjustments
Available now
Atari and developer Ilex Games have unleashed a new update for Adventure of Samsara on Switch, adding in some new context and extensive adjustments. Version 2.0 comes directly via fan feedback and boasts an overhaul to the combat, boss re-balancing, and plenty of quality-of-life improvements. A completely new optional boss called...
News PowerWash Simulator 2's Next DLC Will Let You Clean Up A Galaxy Far, Far Away
Mess Eisley
Hot off the back of its Adventure Time pack (which'll finally launch on Switch 2 on 29th April, after a last-minute delay), FuturLab has today announced the second wave of DLC for PowerWash Simulator 2. And yes, the Force is strong with this one. The Star Wars pack will arrive on Switch 2 at some point this Summer, offering up a handful...
Guide Where To Pre-Order Rhythm Heaven Groove For Nintendo Switch
Into the Groove
Rhythm Heaven Groove — or Rhythm Paradise Groove as it's known in Europe — is the next entry in the Rhythm Tengoku series, which began on GBA in Japan back in 2006, with sequels on DS, Wii, and 3DS making their way to the West. After nearly a decade since Rhythm Heaven Megamix, we're looking forward to finally playing Tsunku's...
Sunday26th Apr 2026
News Alien: Isolation 2 Gets Its First Teaser Trailer
'False Sense of Security'
Developer Creative Assembly has released a short teaser trailer for something related to Alien: Isolation. Titled 'False Sense of Security', the short video showcases a door opening into a rain-drenched exterior location, with the iconic save station visible in the background. The Creative Assembly logo displays before...
News Bandai Namco Reveals Digimon Story Time Stranger Switch Performance And Resolution
Here's how it compares to the Switch 2 version
Digimon Story Time Stranger is on its way to the Switch 1 & 2 this July and Bandai Namco has now updated the official game site with the Switch specifications. As previously confirmed, the Switch 2 version of the title will offer "quality" and "performance" modes. Here's how the Switch version compares...
News Miyamoto Thanks Fans For Watching The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Celebrating 40 years of Mario history
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is already 2026's biggest box office hit. It's also helped Mario's movies surpass a total of $2 billion at the global box offic
Opinion Here Are Six Ways 'Alien: Isolation 2' Can Improve Upon The Original
"Look into my eye"
Today, 26th April, is 'Alien Day'. I know at least some of you might be scratching your head and wondering why, so let me very briefly explain. The planet on which James Cameron's Aliens takes place is called LV-426. Get it? 426. April 26. There we go. Alien Day. Anyway, with that in mind, I thought this would be a good...
News Final Fantasy XIV Online For Switch 2 Able To Reach "30fps In A Stable State"
But "certain areas" may experience frame rate drops
Final Fantasy XIV Online is on its way to the Switch 2 this August, and if you're wondering how it will perform on Nintendo's new hybrid system, director Naoki Yoshida (aka Yoshi-P) has shared some information. Speaking during a press conference at Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2026, director...
Poll Box Art Brawl: Yoshi's Universal Gravitation (GBA)
Going Topsy-Turvy
Hello chums, and welcome to another edition of Box Art Brawl! Last week, we checked out Professor Layton and Pandora's Box for the Nintendo DS. It was a surprisingly close race, but in the end, Europe managed to take the win with 41% of the vote. Japan claimed second place with 31%, and North America trailed with 28%. Well done,...
Saturday25th Apr 2026
News 'Sega Universe' Initiative Announced, Celebrating Multiple Classics With Anniversary Projects
Reviving IP such as OutRun, NiGHTS, Sakura Wars and more
Sega has announced a new 'Sega Universe' initiative in Japan, which will see the company celebrate the anniversaries of classic game series with all sorts of projects. The games highlighted on the official website include: OutRun Streets of Rage
Talking Point Do You Play Zelda Games For The Story?
So THAT was the Imprisoning War...
After 40 years and 21 mainline games (counting the multiplayer ones, discounting remakes and remasters), we like to think that we've got a pretty good grasp on the Zelda formula by now. Sure, there's every chance that the series will have a 'Breath of the Wild moment' again somewhere down the line, but for the most...
Poll So, Will You Be Playing Final Fantasy XIV Online On Switch 2?
Go on, tell us
After ongoing discussions about bringing the popular MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV Online to Nintendo's platform, it's finally been revealed at this week's Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival. Final Fantasy XIV Online will be arriving in August 2026 on the Switch 2. As we've already noted, players will be able to get s
News Square Enix Announces Final Fantasy XIV Online's Next Expansion 'Evercold'
And reveals a legendary collab
Apart from the news Final Fantasy XIV Online is on its way to the Switch 2 this August, Square Enix also announced Evercold. This is the sixth expansion for the popular MMORPG and was revealed during Naoki Yoshida's keynote address at FFXIV Fan Festival 2026. It's currently set to launch in January 2027 on PC, Mac,...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (25th April)
Habitat Hunting
It has been quite the week for Nintendo news, eh? Things kicked off with a sneaky look at Zelda Movie's Link (or is it?), then the floodgates opened on Splatoon Raiders news, as we got a release date, price
Friday24th Apr 2026
News Hades II Is Getting Another Update Soon, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Following a Switch 1 & 2 game update last week
Last week, Supergiant Games rolled out a new update for Hades II on the Switch 1 & 2 adding bonus content, fixing multiple issues and making some adjustments. Now, the development team has announced a new hotfix for the title. According to the team's official social media account, it will be coming in...
News Xbox Is Reportedly Having "Very Big Discussions" About Exclusivity
Update: Xbox provides official update
[Wed 15th Apr, 2026 03:55 BST]: Since Asha Sharma took over Phil Spencer's role as Microsoft Gaming CEO, there have been multiple reports about Xbox returning to "exclusives" and how it could potentially impact future releases on other platforms (including Switch 2). As highlighted by our colleagues at
News It's Happening: Final Fantasy XIV Is Coming To Switch 2 This August
Players will require a separate subscription from other platforms
Naoki Yoshida, producer behind the hit MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV, has been teasing and wishing for a Nintendo version of the game for a while. And, during today's Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival Keynote in Anaheim, Yoshi-P, along wit
Review OPUS: Prism Peak (Switch 2) - A Beautiful Snapshot Of Studio Ghibli-Esque Magic
Shuttered Away
In OPUS: Prism Peak, Eugene blames himself for everything. When he remembers his past, he focuses on his regrets, the big moments. The fights between his parents. His failed photography career. His collapsed marriage. His unsuccessful cafe. In his eyes, all of these letdowns are because of him, and as a result, he’s left aimlessly...
Review Belkin Charging Case Pro For Switch 2 - A Great Upgrade Over The Original
Carrying with power
Shortly after the Switch 2 launched, we reviewed a handful of cases for the new console, one of which was the Belkin Charging Case. At the time, we admired the idea, but unfortunately the execution was a bit lacklustre, earning it a score of 6/10. So now, as we approach the one-year anniversary of the console, Belkin has...
News Looks Like 'Mina The Hollower' Will Be Getting A New Release Date Soon
The mouse has gone gold
Yacht Club Games has been pretty tight-lipped about its upcoming Game Boy-inspired, Zelda-style adventure Mina the Hollower, which is due to launch in spring 2026. But the developer has revealed today that the game has finally gone Gold. So while we're approaching the end of that spring 2026 window, it sounds like we'll be...
News Okay, So The Mario Galaxy Soundtracks Are Officially On Spotify Right Now
Say what, now?
Since Nintendo is so keen to push its dedicated Music app, we honestly weren't expecting to see any official soundtracks added to Spotify anytime soon. Stranger things have happened though, and to celebrate Super Mario's 40th anniversary, the OSTs for both Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 are now available on Spotify for a...
News Resident Evil Requiem Keeps On Selling And No One Can Stop It
7 million strong
Resident Evil Requiem, the latest mainline entry in Capcom's iconic survival horror franchise, is an absolute juggernaut. Released on 27th February 2026, the game has now gone on to sell more than 7 million copies. It's comfortably the fastest-selling entry in the series, and at this rate, it's entirely possible that it could go on...
Celebrate with a huge discount
The roguelike brawler Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate, which we described as a fun and approachable 'Hades-like' when it arrived on the Switch in 2024, has this week hit a new sales milestone. In an announcement on social media, the developer Super Evil Megacorp has revealed the game has now surpassed a...
Poll Do You Think Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Will Sail Onto Switch 2?
Go on, tell us
Since the launch of the Switch 2 last June, Ubisoft has supported Nintendo's new hybrid platform with Star Wars Outlaws and Assassin's Creed Shadows. While many fans of Edward Kenway were hoping to see him sail onto the Switch 2 this July, there was no sign of a Nintendo release during yesterday's showcase for Assassin's Creed Black...
News We're Sure Nintendo Will Have No Issues At All With This New PC Creature Battler
A wild Takedown Notice appeared!
How does that old phrase go, "you cut one head off Hydreigon, two will take its place"? It's something like that. Either way, on a totally unrelated note, you remember that shameless Pokémon rip-off 'Pickmos' that was removed from Steam a few weeks back? Well, there's another primed and ready to fill its place...
News Ubisoft Confirms "Original" Assassin's Creed Black Flag Will Still Be Available
Resynced is a "2026 take on the original legend"
Although Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is skipping the Switch 2 this July, we do have some good news about the original game that fans are sure to appreciate. According to Ubisoft Singapore and Black Flag Resynced creative director Paul Fu, the new version of the swashbuckling adventure is a...
News Pokémon Pokopia 'Sableye's Gem Hunt' Event Has Finally Been Officially Announced
Kicking off next week
We've known about an upcoming Sableye event in Pokémon Pokopia for a good while now (thanks to the joys of time jumping), but The Pokémon Company has today made it official. The 'Sableye's Gem Hunt' event kicks off next week on 29th April at 5am and will run until 14th May at 4:59am (local time). As the name suggests, this...
Nintendo Download 23rd April (North America)
OPUS! Aquanaut's Holiday! Total Chaos!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America arrived yesterday, and it brought new games galore to the eShop. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch 2 eShop: Note. All games should be available now unless...
News Dynasty Warriors: Origins Snaps Up Photo Mode In New Update, Here Are The Patch Notes
Watch the birdie
Those who enjoy a bit of in-game pic snapping, rejoice! Koei Tecmo has released the second Dynasty Warriors: Origins Switch 2 update of the year, and an all-new Photo Mode is one of the additions. The ver. 1.0.6 update was released yesterday for Switch 2. While the chance to snap up pictures of your warriors in battle is...
Thursday23rd Apr 2026
News Pokémon Pokopia Updated To Version 1.0.4, Includes Improvements & Fixes
Here are the full patch notes
The relaxing life simulation Pokémon Pokopia has today received a new update, bumping the Switch 2 exclusive up to Version 1.0.4. As you can see, this latest update includes improvements and fixes. Players now have the ability to relocate Pokémon Centers during in-game events and there are all sorts of fixes to...
News Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Has Received Its First Update On Switch
A small patch for your island, addressing "several issues"
Following its launch on the Switch last week, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has today received its first update, bumping the game up to Version 1.0.1. Nintendo's patch notes don't go into detail about what exactly has been updated in this version of the social sim, but in general,...
News Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Officially Revealed, But It'll Skip Switch 2
Update: All other platforms are boarding ship
Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will finally be properly revealed this week on 23rd April at 5pm BST / 6pm CEST / 9am PT / 12pm ET. Yes, the upcoming remaster / remake / whatever the heck it is will be receiving its own dedicated showcase, during which we'll presumably be...
News Street Fighter 6's Next DLC Character Joins The Battle In May 2026
Update: Here's the official gameplay trailer
The character roster in Street Fighter 6 is about to get even bigger, with Capcom confirming Ingrid will be returning as a paid DLC character in "late Spring" 2026. Ingrid made her debut in the 2004/05 release Capcom Fighting Evolution, which was also part of the recent Capcom Fighting Collection 2. She...
Review Alien: Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition (Switch 2) - A Solid Port, But An Imperfect Organism
Anytime, anywhere
The Alien series has had a surprisingly decent streak on consoles since the release of Isolation back in 2014. I can only imagine the sheer disaster of Colonial Marines gave the higher-ups at 20th Century Studios the kick up the bum they sorely needed, but fans have been treated to some pretty enjoyable titles recently. Fireteam...
News Annapurna Reveals Even More Switch 2 Games, Including A Cosy Critical Darling
All in on Switch 2
Publisher Annapurna Interactive has revealed that it will be bringing even more titles to the Switch 2 in 2026. As a reminder (as they appeared on the Japanese eShop yesterday), both Sayonara Wild Hearts and Lorelei and the Laser Eyes are out now, priced at
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Pragmata?
Eight/10?
Capcom recently rolled out an easy GOTY contender with Resident Evil Requiem, but that apparently wasn't enough for the Japanese publisher. It's now unleashed Pragmata, a futuristic action-adventure that blends fast-paced shooting with intricate puzzle-solving mechanics. We thought it was pretty great, too. In our 9/10 review, Ken Talbot...
Japanese Charts Tomodachi Life's Huge Start Crushes The Competition
Living the dream indeed
We've got our latest look at the Japanese charts, thanks to Famitsu, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has left the competition in the dust. Nintendo's latest life sim has got off to a staggering start, shifting a sweet 565,405 copies in its debut week. That leaves this week's silver medallist, Pragmata, with quite the...
News Dive Into The Pages Of Yoshi And The Mysterious Book In This New Overview Trailer
Creature comforts
We are quickly approaching Nintendo's next first-party release, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book! We shared our hands-on thoughts yesterday, and today, we've got a brand-new overview trailer. Initially shared on Nintendo Today!, the trailer goes into Yoshi's central gameplay, explaining the creature discovery mechanics and running...
Video 007 First Light's New Trailer Highlights Q Branch, Tactical Simulation Mode, Outfits And More
Understanding the "rules of spycraft"
007 First Light is on its way to the Switch 2 "later this summer" and ahead of the release, IO Interactive has released a brand-new video showcasing the "rules of spycraft" and what it takes to succeed in the 00 programme. Not only does it show a range of different ways players will be able to approach each...
Guide Best Fake OS Games On Nintendo Switch 1 & 2
It's a faaaake!
We recently had some material drop in our inbox about InterfaceX, a developer-led drive on Steam to bring a whole bunch of games under one genre banner: 'Fake OS'. Having struggled ourselves to succinctly categorise games which simulate navigating a computer, phone screen, or another device/workstation as a significant part of their...
News New Orbitals Gameplay Trailer Makes Us Even More Excited For The Anime Co-Op Adventure
Holding space
We loved the look of Orbitals when we first locked eyes on it at The Game Awards 2025. We liked it even more when it cropped up at the February 2026 Nintendo Direct. And now, strangely enough, we're even more hooked on the idea thanks to today's new gameplay trailer.
News Pokémon Champions Ver. 1.0.3 Update Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Effective against Bugs
A couple of weeks ago, The Pokémon Company announced that it was working on a bug-squashing update to fix up Pokémon Champions' launch state. Well, surprise! Said patch is now live. The ver. 1.0.3 update launched on Switch yesterday, fixing a handful of issues that were immediately pointed out at Champions' launch —...
News Mario Tennis Fever Serves Up Another Small Switch 2 Update, Here Are The Patch Notes
Fixing the fever
Mario Tennis Fever launched in a pretty solid state on Switch 2 earlier this year, but that hasn't stopped Nintendo from going in and tweaking the format with an update or two. Well, what do you know, now we've got another one. The latest Fever patch launched yesterday, bumping things up to ver. 1.0.3, but keep those expectations...
News Geometry Wars-Inspired Hit 'Sektori' Officially Announced For Switch 2
Update: Launching next month
Late last year, a critically-acclaimed arcade game titled Sektori launched on PC and PS5, and now it looks like it's heading to the Switch. Developed by an ex-Housemarque employee, Sektori is heavily inspired by Geometry Wars, with a mix of twin-stick gameplay, hordes of colourful enemies, and levels that morph at will...
News Pokémon TCG Pocket's Next Expansion Sees A Fan-Favourite 'Mon Take The Spotlight
No fighting!
It's that time of the month again when The Pokémon Company lifts the lid on the next set of cards coming to the Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket app, and it's finally time for Lucario to take the spotlight. A new ex card for the fan-favourite Fighting Type (it made it to the top nine in our recent poll) headlines the new 'Pulsing...
Download it today
Capcom's Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection has today received a free DLC update adding "Mega Man Battle Network Series" background music. It allows you to listen to "43 iconic tracks" in the gallery and then add them to your favourites list, so you can battle "EM Viruses across the Wave World to some NetBattling tunes". Below...
Wednesday22nd Apr 2026
News Ecco The Dolphin: Complete Announced, Includes Remasters & A Brand New Game
Making a splash
Ecco The Dolphin's return is official, as Ecco the Dolphin: Complete has officially been announced by A&R Atelier, and it contains a bundle of games — every version of the first two Ecco titles plus a brand new game (Thanks, Wario64!). Platforms and a release date haven't been announced, but this news was teased almost a year ago...
News Mario Galaxy Movie Helps Franchise Surpass $2 Billion At Global Box Office
Working together
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is already 2026's biggest box office hit, and it seems another significant milestone has been achieved. This is a combined effort, with Deadline reporting Mario's movies (includin
To each their own
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie released to fairly middling reviews, with many critics in agreement that it felt overblown with references that ultimately struggled to make up for the lacklustre story. In a new interview with NDW (thanks, Nintendo Patents Watch), Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto expressed his surprise at the critical...
Preview 'Yoshi And The Mysterious Book' Is More Than Just A Pretty Face
Goodbye, Mr. E
I thought I knew what to expect from Yoshi and the Mysterious Book when Nintendo invited me to a recent hands-on preview ahead of the game's launch next month. I had played a good chunk of Crafted World and Woolly World (still waiting on that Switch port, Nintendo) in years gone by, and the trailers for the latest adventure had clued...
Round Up The Previews Are In For Yoshi And The Mysterious Book
Gearing for the Booker Prize?
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is mleming its way to its 21st May 2026 release date, and we have a bunch of previews to showcase to see how it's holding up so far. Our own Jim Norman recently went hands-on with the latest Nintendo title and came away feeling pretty optimistic, stating: "It'll be interesting to see how...
News Hyper Light Drifter Dev's Gorgeous Metroidvania Jumps To Switch 2 Next Week
Will Possessor(s) possess you?
Late last year, Heart Machine — the team behind Hyper Light Drifter, Solar Ash, and Hyper Light Breaker — released its latest gorgeous action game, Possessor(s) on PS5 and PC. And now publisher Devolver Digital has announced that it's bringing the stylish Metroidvania to Switch 2 in just a week. That's right,...
News Two U.S. Gamers Are Suing Nintendo Over Tariff Refunds
Here we go...
If you thought Nintendo suing the U.S. government over tariffs was bad enough, two gamers have now reportedly filed a class action lawsuit against Nintendo over the tariff refunds. Strewth. As reported by Stephen Totilo at Game File, California-based Gregory Hoffert and Washington-based Prashant Sharan have alleged that Nintendo will...
News It Sounds Like Peach's Mario Galaxy Movie Backstory Will Be Canon In Future Games
Peachy
If you have watched The Super Mario Galaxy Movie already (and based on those box office figures, we'd wager a fair few of you have), then you'll no doubt know that there are some pretty big revelations when it comes to Princess Peach's backstory. Well, according to Shigeru Miyamoto himself, that backstory will remain true in future games...
Talking Point Star Fox Zero Is 10 Years Old - Have You Actually Played It?
And would you want a Switch port?
Today marks the 10th anniversary of Star Fox Zero's North American launch, the last release in the series at the time of writing. In fact, it shares that honour with Star Fox Guard, but as an eShop game whose only physical version came bundled with Zero, the tower defence spin-off tends to get overshadowed. After a...
News Dragon Ball FighterZ Update 1.50 Now Available For Switch, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Goku (SS4, Daima) is out today
Bandai Namco last week confirmed it would be adding Goku (SS4, Daima) to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster as a paid DLC character on 22nd April 2026. Alongside this character is a new game update, bumping the title upto Version 1.50. It includes multiple balance adjustments tied to the system mechanics and characters...
News Ratatan Is Getting A Proper Physical Release On Switch 2, Pre-Orders Live
The rhythm game's Switch version was cancelled
Although the rhythm roguelike Ratatan was cancelled for the Switch earlier this month, it's still arriving on the Switch 2 this July. As part of this release, developer Ratata Arts has announced a physical version of the game will be available for $39.99 / £39.99 and pre-orders are now available at...
News Two Of Annapurna's Finest Indies Are Seemingly Getting Switch 2 Editions Very Soon
The eShop never Loreleis
Back at the end of last year, Simogo celebrated its 15th anniversary by making several announcements on upcoming releases. Alongside the reveal of the wonderful Simogo Legacy Collection and a Lost in Cult book, the studio announced Switch 2 Editions of the brilliant Lorelei and the Laser Eyes and Say
Mini Review GRIDbeat! (Switch) - A Brutal Yet Absorbing Rhythm Experience
Don't skip this beat
I love a good rhythm game, but I wasn’t quite prepared for how quickly GRIDbeat! would grab (and hold) my attention. As one of the first titles from the newly revived publisher Acclaim, it makes a strong, bold entrance with unique, stylised visuals, razor-sharp gameplay, and excellent music. The aim of the game is simple:...
Reminder Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard From Vampire Survivors Out Now For Switch 1 & 2
Transforming the "original hit" into a tactical deckbuilder
If you loved Vampire Survivors and want to dive back into this universe, here's your reminder that Poncle's newest game is now available for Switch 1 & 2. It's officially titled Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors and it turns the "snowballing thrill of Survivors"...
News Bubsy 4D Gets A Free Demo, Available Now On Switch 1 & 2
Get rolling
Bubsy 4D is out in exactly one month, so what better way to build up excitement than by downloading the free demo, which Atari and Fabraz have just dropped on the eShop today. Available to try on both Switch 1 and Switch 2, the demo will allow you to explore the first three levels of the game. And you'll be able to try out some of...
News Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Is Reportedly The Best Physical Launch Of 2026 In France
Beating out Resident Evil Requiem
If your social media feed has been overrun with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream content, well, same! Nintendo's latest Switch 1 title seems to be a hit, perhaps nowhere more so than France, where the game is apparently the best physical launch of 2026 so far. According to French journalist Oscar Lemaire (via
News D-topia Is A Subversive Cozy Puzzler About Making People Happy, Coming To Switch 1 & 2
Happiness makes the world go around...?
Annapurna Interactive seems to always be busy bringing plenty of games to Switch 1 and/or Switch 2, and the publisher has just given us a release date for another — D-topia, which comes to both hybrid consoles on 14th July 2026. Developed by Marumittu Games, D-topia might sell itself as a bit of a cosy...
Guide Where To Pre-Order Splatoon Raiders For Nintendo Switch 2, Plus The New amiibo
Raiders of the lost cart
Splatoon is returning soon, this time on Switch 2 and in a single-player focused form we haven't seen before. Spin-off title Splatoon Raiders does have multiplayer, but as Nintendo is at pains to point out pre-release, the solo adventure is the focus here. Scheduled for launch on 23rd July — and a Switch 2 exclusive, no...
Tuesday21st Apr 2026
News Splatoon Raiders Is Alive, And It's Out This Summer On Switch 2
"A single-player-focused Splatoon game"
After months of silence, Nintendo has finally remembered that Splatoon Raiders exists. Showcasing a brand new trailer on Nintendo Today!, we now know the game is coming to Switch 2 on 23rd July 2026 and will cost £41.99 / $49.99 digitally. In the US, the physical version is £49.99 / $59.99. You'll be...
News Splatoon Raiders' Switch 2 Price And Box Art Have Been Revealed
Unidentified Fryeing Object
After months of radio silence on the Splatoon Raiders front, Nintendo has opened the floodgates today. We now know the release date (23rd July), we've seen the tie-in amiibo, and look, here's the price and box art too! We'll start with that all-important price tag. Splatoon Raiders will set you back £41.99 / $49.99 digi
News Surprise! Alien: Rogue Incursion Has Shadow-Dropped On Switch 2
MU/TH/UR may I?
Ahead of this year's 'Alien Day' (26th April, a play on the in-universe moon LV-426), developer Survios has shadow-dropped Alien: Rogue Incursion - Part I: Evolved Edition on Switch 2. A PS4 release is also in the works for a later date. Originally intended for VR, Rogue Incursion was reworked for traditional consoles and sees you...
News THQ Nordic Website Lists Multiple Unannounced Projects For Switch 2
Following a handful of announcements last month
Switch 2 has already received some love from THQ Nordic, but the publisher and developer looks like it could have even more games in the pipeline for Nintendo's new hybrid platform. The third-party company's official website has reportedly been updated, and under the 'Switch 2' section, there are...
News Sanrio Party Land Announced For Switch 1 & 2, More Sanrio Games Teased
There are plans for "around 10 titles" in three years
Sanrio Games, a newly launched self-published game brand, has today announced Sanrio Party Land for the Switch 1 & 2. This new party title, starring famous Hello Kitty, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll and many other Sanrio characters, will be launching at some point in fall 2026. It's set in a town filled...
Review Ys Memoire: Revelations In Celceta (Switch) - A Simple Yet Fun Adventure
More memorable adventures await
The older games in the Ys series have been slowly working their way to Switch in the form of Ys Memoire ports like last year’s Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana. This year, we have Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta. While the plot isn’t as good as other entries, the combat and characters pick up the slack...
News Argonaut Games Appears To Bee Reviving A Forgotten N64 Title
"Stay tuned"
Argonaut Games has previously discussed the idea of revisiting its N64 title Buck Bumble, and it looks like it might actually be happening. In an update on social media this week, the British-based developer has shared an image of Buck, backed by the game's theme song. Attached to this is a message, mentioning how the team will "not be...
Talking Point So, What Are Your First Impressions Of Splatoon Raiders?
Raiders of the lost Shark
Splatoon Raiders has made a big splash today thanks to a big release date trailer. It's our first proper look at the upcoming Splatoon game, which swaps the focus from online multiplayer to single-player, and it's swimming onto Switch 2 on 23rd July 2026. And, amazingly, this is the first time we've seen more of the game...
News A Trio Of New Splatoon amiibo Are On The Way
Launching this summer
Well, this is a nice surprise! Keen to make sure that nobody has forgotten about Splatoon Raiders, Nintendo has today revealed its release date. What's more, it'll have a trio of new amiibo in tow. The new Shiver, Frye and Big Man (Splatoon Raiders Edition) amiibo will launch alongside the game on 23rd July. The figures see...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream?
Are you living your best Tomodachi Life?
After reportedly being feature-complete roughly one year ago (see, the industry can still keep some secrets), Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is out now on the Switch. If you thought that releasing on such a monumentally successful console like the Switch would dilute the game's eccentricities, then worry...
News Good Smile Reveals Two Stunning Fire Emblem Figures, Pre-Orders Now Live
Azura reps Fire Emblem Fates
Although Nintendo is already focused on the next game Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, The Good Smile Company is today celebrating the series' past with the reveal of two new figures based on Azura from the 3DS title, Fire Emblem Fates. There's the Azura (White Songstress) 1/7 Scale Figure and the
News Hideki Kamiya Marks Okami's 20th Anniversary With A Special Message
"I still can’t believe we got it out the door"
Capcom has commenced celebrations for Ōkami's 20th anniversary, so naturally, director Hideki Kamiya has shared a heartfelt message to commemorate the occasion. Over on the official anniversary website, you can check out the first celebratory events for yourself. Capcom has invited fans to share...
News Ball X Pit's Second Free Content Update Arrives Next Week, Here's What's Included
Out of the shadows
If you're anything like us, then BALL x PIT gobbled up a fair amount of your time last year with its super addictive Breakout-meets-roguelike gameplay. Well, it looks like Kenny Sun and Devolver Digital are back for more. The team has revealed our first look at the upcoming 'Shadow Update', which is set to bounce onto Switch 1...
Video Overwatch Official Side-By-Side Comparison (Switch 1 & 2)
Spot the difference
Blizzard's free-to-play team-based shooter Overwatch (previously known as Overwatch 2) made its debut on the Switch 2 last week, and while it didn't exactly get off to a smooth start, Blizzard was quick to respond with an update. Now that the title is up and running on the Switch 2, Blizzard has shared a brief side-by-side...
News Toei Company Establishes New Gaming Publishing Brand
Say hello to 'Toei Games'
Toei Company, the Japanese juggernaut known primarily for its work in the film and television industry, has announced the establishment of a new gaming publishing brand: Toei Games. Originally founded in 1951, Toei Company describes the establishment as a "new challenge" and aims to release games first on Steam before...
Monday20th Apr 2026
News We Might Have Just Got Our Best Look At Link In The Legend Of Zelda Movie
But how accurate is it..?
With principal photography now wrapped on The Legend of Zelda movie, it's likely that Nintendo and Columbia Pictures will want to start the hype train engine ahead of its release on 7th May 2027. The movie's Director of Photography, Gyula Pados, may have jumped the gun slightly, though. In a now-deleted post on Instagram...
Sucking blood and free time once again
Sometimes a game is so good it creates its own genre. Whether you call it a survivorslike, bullet heaven, or something else entirely, Vampire Survivors pretty much invented an entire roguelite subgenre. So, when your game creates a whole new genre, where do you go next? Cards, of course. Vampire Crawlers is...
UK Charts Tomodachi Life Is Living The Dream In Its Debut Week
Mii, myself and I
We had to give our eyes a little rub and pull a double-take as we opened this week's UK charts data this morning. Is that... Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream in the top spot? Yes, despite the series selling rather well on 3DS, there was a part of us that thought the gap until Living the Dream might have dampened enthusiasm a...
News Pragmata Has Already Shot Past Its First Major Sales Milestone
From Sad Dad to Rad Dad
Capcom's latest sci-fi adventure, Pragmata, launched to high praise last week, but as an original IP with no recognisable faces to its name, would audiences be quick to latch onto it? Yes, yes they would. The studio has today announced that Pragmata's worldwide sales have already surpassed one million units sold — and...
News A Surprise Nintendo Pop-Up Store Has Arrived In London
Tottenham Court Toad
After years of feeling left out, it feels like London is being treated to a bit of Nintendo store recognition, of late. First, we had the Westfield pop-up at the end of last year, and now there's another surprise store in town, taking up floor space in an Argos, of all places. Out of nowhere, the Tottenham Court Argos is now...
News "A Big Miscalculation On My Part" – Hideki Kamiya On Leaving Bayonetta 3 Up To Interpretation
Big ending spoilers lie within
Though many folks loved Bayonetta 3 (we awarded it a 10/10 upon release), many fans have understandable concerns regarding the game's multiverse setting and the events of its ending. Spoiler alert right from the start with this one, we'll be diving into some pretty hefty stuff here. So to explain further, Bayonetta 3...
News Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Was Reportedly Feature-Complete A Year Ago
The USK is at it again
Have you all been living the dream this weekend? If you've been playing Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, then you likely have! Stuffed full of hilarious possibilities and an endless amount of creativity, it's been the meme of the weekend. And good friend of the site Jon Cartwright highlighted some interesting news about the...
Review ZPF (Switch) - A Unique-Feeling Mega Drive Shooter With Some Switch Issues
Heavy metal fantasy
“Zone Profile Fantasy”? “Zoom Port Focus”? Nobody knows whether ZPF is an acronym or not, except perhaps the three-man development team behind it: Perry Sessions, Mikael Tillander, and Jamie Vance. Prior to ZPF, Sessions and Vance created a contra-style NES demo called Cavity Destroyer for Vance’s brother’s dental...
News Dang, We Got An Elden Ring Movie Release Date Before The Switch 2 Port
Tarnishing cinemas in 2028
Bandai Namco has announced that the A24 movie adaptation Elden Ring will release on 3rd March 2028. It will also be filmed for IMAX, so expect some sweeping landscape shots to feature throughout. This means that, yes, we've received a firm release date for the Alex Garland-directed movie before the upcoming Switch 2 port...
Sunday19th Apr 2026
News Metroid Prime Remastered Studio 'Iron Galaxy' Announces More Layoffs
It released Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 last year
Iron Galaxy, an American developer known in the Nintendo space for assisting Retro Studios with Metroid Prime Remastered and the release of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 last year, has this week announced more layoffs. The studio confirmed this in a post on LinkedIn, revealing "a number of teammate
News Surprise! Dragon Ball FighterZ Is Adding Another Fighter To The Roster In 2026
Update: Goku (SS4, Daima) arrives next week
[Sat 11th Oct, 2025 13:55 BST] At the end of the Dragon Ball FighterZ finals at EVO France, Bandai Namco shared some exciting news. The highlight was the teaser announcement of a new warrior. It's Super Saiyan 4 Goku (Daima), and he's arriving at some point in Spring 2026. Along with this was the...
News "A New Mission Awaits" - SNK Celebrates 30 Years Of Metal Slug, Teases Exciting Future
"We're reigniting and rebooting the series"
SNK's legendary run-and-gun series Metal Slug is currently celebrating its 30th anniversary, and to mark this milestone, the company has today released a special retrospective video showcasing the franchise's history. It covers not only the past and present, but also taps into the series' "ever-exciting...
Mailbox The Wii U's Legacy, Mii Singing, Hippos - Nintendo Life Letters
Issue #35 - April 2026
Guess who's back, back again? NL Mailbox's back, tell a friend. Yes, it's once again time to recline in a comfy chair with your favourite beverage by your side, as we rifle through our monthly mailbag. Got something you want to get off your chest? We're ready and waiting to read about your game-related ponderings. Each month...
News Bandai Namco Officially Reveals What's Next For The Dragon Ball Xenoverse Series
Including DLC and a brand new game
At Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 this week, Bandai Namco shared two announcements tied to the future of its Dragon Ball Xenoverse series. Firstly, "the last DLC" for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 - officially titled Future Saga Chapter 4 - will launch in Summer 2026. And after rumours and
Poll Box Art Brawl: Professor Layton And Pandora's Box
A Diabolical Duel
Hmm, this week's Box Art Brawl reminds me of a puzzle... Before we get to the answer, however, let's recap what went down last time. It was a good old one-on-one for NSO newbie Mendel Palace, with North America facing off against Japan. While the contest was a close one, the Western design just cinched it, taking 53% of the vote...
Saturday18th Apr 2026
Community 31 Switch Games We Missed, As Recommended By You
Part 12 - Öoo, look at you
Welcome back to our 'Games We Missed' series, where Nintendo Life readers send in their picks of great games we weren't able to cover with a review. We're up to Part 12 of this twice-yearly round up, and once again you've come up with some great-looking recommendations that have us scurrying to the eShop. This time we've...
News Resident Evil Requiem Datamine Has Fans Of Mercenaries Mode Excited
Capcom previously teased a minigame update
When Resident Evil Requiem arrived on Switch 2 in February, one thing we noticed missing was Mercenaries Mode. The game director Koshi Nakanishi recently teased a minigame update for May, and ahead of this, a dataminer has made an interesting discovery. 'MasyaSYRKOV' on social media has been digging...
Rumour Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Reportedly Locks In Release Date
"Keep your spyglass on the horizon"
Ubisoft teased Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced in an official update last month, and the release date has now seemingly surfaced ahead of schedule. According to a story by Insider Gaming Editor Tom Henderson, Resynced will be released on 9th July 2026. Henderson further notes how the original reveal was...
News Lana Del Rey Releases 007 First Light Official Theme Song
Update: Official title sequence released
The talented American singer and songwriter Lana Del Rey has today released her theme song for 007 First Light. As highlighted by Rolling Stone, First Light is a "grand and orchestral affair, embellished with motifs from the James Bond theme song". The track has been composed and co-written by David Arnold,...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (18th April)
Taking the Pragmata approach
Hello. Okay, enough waffling, for goodness' sake. This week saw the release of Pragmata from Capcom for the Switch 2, and though it should really come as no surprise, the action title is really darn good. We awarded it a score of 9/10. We also received news that the Legend of Zelda movie has now officially wrapped...
News Call Of Duty Movie Sets Its Sights On A 2028 Release
Ready up
Video game movies are all the rage nowadays, and it's quickly led to Hollywood adapting every series it can get its hands on. Now, to add to this, Paramount has officially confirmed during a presentation at CinemaCon that the "Call of Duty" movie will arrive in theatres on 30th June 2028. Pete Berg will direct, with the script written by...
Friday17th Apr 2026
News Pokémon & Zelda Rip-Off 'Pickmos' Removed From Steam As Publisher Intervenes
"We will be supervising the Pickmos team"
Pickmos (which, until recently, was called Pickmon) has been unceremoniously removed from Steam following an intervention from its publisher, Networkgo (thanks, PC Gamer). Developed by PocketGame, Pickmos is a blata
News Ditch The Dock With Brook's New Switch 2-Compatible HDMI Converter
Perfect for travel
If you're someone who happens to travel a lot for work but you're not keen on packing your Switch 2 dock wherever you go, accessory manufacturer Brook may have the answer. The company has just launched a USB-C to HDMI adapter for $24 over on Amazon that's compatible with a wide range of devices. Now, the crucial part here is that...
News Overwatch Is Out Now For Switch 2, But It's Got Some Performance Issues
Update: This issue has now been resolved
[Wed 15th Apr, 2026 04:55 BST]: Blizzard today launched Overwatch (formerly known as Overwatch 2) for the Switch 2 and it's got off to a bit of a rough start. Players of the free-to-play title have reported frame rate issues, limiting the game's performance. Blizzard has shared a notice, confirming it's...
News Fortnite's 'Save The World' Mode Goes Free-To-Play, Now Available For Switch 2
Save the world today
[Thu 12th Mar, 2026 03:05 GMT]: Although Fortnite made a name for itself as a battle royale, it began life with the PvE action-building co-op campaign experience, Save The World. On 16th April 2026 (aka next month) Epic will be welcoming more players to join this fight as Save the World officially goes "free-to-play". It's...
News Marvel Cosmic Invasion Assembles A Free Switch 1 & 2 Demo Today
I could play this all day
Following on from its launch late last year, Marvel Cosmic Invasion has today landed a sweet free demo on Switch 1 and 2. You'll find the demo on the eShop right now, letting you get a taste for the throwback fighter and all of its nostalgic charms. As a reminder, this is the latest beat 'em up from Tribute and Dotemu (the...
News "It Really Represents What A Super Rare Game Should Be" - Here's SRG's Debut Switch 2 Physical
Pre-orders go live next week
Boutique physical publisher Super Rare Games was revealed its first Switch 2 release: SoulGame Studio's Minishoot' Adventures. This will be Super Rare's first game for the platform since Switch 2 launched back in June 2025, and they'll be offering two versions of the game: a Standard Edition for £38.50 (which includes...
ICYMI OPUS: Prism Peak Is Out Now On Switch 1 & 2, And The Critical Reception Is Glowing
Peak gaming
Sigono's latest narrative adventure, OPUS: Prism Peak, arrived on Switch 1 and Switch 2 yesterday. And a quick look at the reviews show that this might just be one of the best games of 2026. That should be no surprise to anyone who's played any of the OPUS games, as these are beautifully written tales with an emotive core at the centre...
News Telltale Brings Five-Chapter Sci-Fi Adventure 'The Expanse' To Switch
A story-driven prequel to the popular TV show
The famous narrative game studio Telltale, known for series such as Sam & Max, has this week surprised fans with the release of The Expanse: A Telltale Series Deluxe Edition on the Switch eShop. This story-driven sci-fi adventure, developed in partnership with Deck Nine (Life is Strange), is set before...
News Adorable Action RPG 'Kitaria Fables' Is Getting A Switch 2 Sequel
Hopping mad
Twin Hearts is bringing back its adorable, anthropomorphic action RPG with a sequel, and the developer is teaming up with Secret Level Studio to bring it to PC and consoles, including Switch 2. Kitaria Fables 2 was announced at yesterday's Galaxies Spring Showcase, and it looks to expand on the already-lovely original, which we were...
News Trails In The Sky 2nd Chapter Resolves The Cliffhanger On Switch 1 & 2 This September
No trail left behind
Those of you who've played (and beaten) Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter are likely scrambling to know what happens next in Estelle and Joshua's journey. Luckily, we won't have too long, as GungHo has announced that the sequel will be coming to Switch 1 and Switch 2 on 17th September 2026. Yep, Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter is...
Review Hautepad C-AT Arcade Controller For Switch 1 & 2 – Unparalleled Versatility
Higher or lower, make your choice
Following the release of the more budget-friendly Hautepad C16 / C16-S, Cosmox Gaming is back with another iteration, one that’s perhaps its most interesting design yet. The Hautepad C-AT keeps things on the more affordable end of the scale with its lightweight design and reliance on plastic materials, priced at...
Thursday16th Apr 2026
Guide Nintendo Switch Online Icons - All 'Missions And Rewards' Icon Elements For Switch 1 & 2
Virtual Boy! Mach Rider!
Back in April 2022, Nintendo introduces its 'Missions & Rewards' program to Nintendo Switch Online. Basically, this is a way to add brand new icons and icon elements to your account, allowing you to customise your online profile a little bit more. While the default options on Switch 1 & 2 are pretty great, this system adds...
Guide Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream: All Personality Types
Pick 'n mix your personalities
In Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, all of your Miis are their own people. Or, uh, Mii. They have their own look, voice, and personality, all of which is determined by you. When you first make your Mii, you can pick their personality based on a few traits. But knowing what to select, in order to get the perfect...
Guide Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream: How To Unlock All Buildings & Shops
Build a life with these buildings
What is an island without amenities, hey? Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream lets your Miis live their own lives, but they need access to shops, restaurants, and a news building, right? So how to do you get access to all of that? This guide covers every single building you can unlock in the game, including what each...
Guide Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream: Beginner's Guide - Tips & Tricks
How to get started on Tomodachi Life
Welcome to our Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Beginner's Guide. This is where you'll find all the tips, tricks, and guides you need to get started on your island, and your Miis. The series has a reputation for being extremely open-ended, so that can feel overwhelming. And with a huge install base across Switch...
News Digital Foundry Delivers Its Tech Review Of Pragmata On Switch 2
It was only a Pragmata of time
We're still at the point where a same-day release across platforms, including Switch 2, is a rather exciting prospect, so we were eager to see how Capcom's latest sci-fi shooter, Pragmata, would hold up on the system when it arrived earlier this week. We had a wonderful time with it in our 9/10 review, calling it...
PSA Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Switch 2 Edition Has Received Another Small Update
Improving your gameplay experience
Nintendo has today released another small update for Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Switch 2 Edition, following the launch of the upgrade and Meetup in Bellabel Park last month. Based on the patch notes, there doesn't appear to be much going on, but if we hear anything else, we'll let you know. At the very least, this...
Rumour Red Dead Redemption May Be Getting A Rubbish 'Code-In-A-Box' Release
Out to pasture
Red Dead Redemption got a sweet Nintendo Switch 2 Edition back in December 2025, but according to a new rumour from Dealabs Magazine, it might soon be getting a 'physical' release. Don't get too excited though, because it sounds like the Switch 2 version will be a 'code-in-a-box' monstrosity, meaning no cartridge will be included,...
News Sunsoft's Upcoming Switch Game Has One Of The Most Ridiculous Titles Ever
Though this won't be new to light novel fans
Publisher Sunsoft is about to release a light novel game adaptation on 23rd April 2026, and it's honestly got one of the best, most ridiculous titles we've ever seen. Given that it is an adaptation, those familiar with the original work likely won't be surprised, but we're just tickled by the fact that...
"people forget we’re a relatively small indie team"
Yooka-Replaylee is a great reimagining of the enjoyable yet flawed 2017 original, yet for many the lack of a 60fps performance mode on Switch 2 was disappointing. Well, the good news is that it's finally here! After m
Japanese Charts Combined PS5 Sales Can't Even Beat Switch Lite
Price hikes are starting to bite
The latest Japanese charts are here thanks to Famitsu, and yet again, we can see that Pokémon Pokopia has beaten the competition to take the top spot with 23,738 sales. It's inching toward that 1 million milestone! Starfield also makes its debut on PS5 at number 3, selling 4,094 copies, but this isn't enough to...
News The Street Fighter Movie Somehow Looks Both Terrible And Amazing
What's going on?
Paramount Pictures has released a new trailer for its upcoming Street Fighter movie, and uhh... well gosh, we're not sure what to think. On the one hand, it looks absolutely terrible, but we'd be lying if we said we didn't have massive grins on our faces the whole time. Kinda like the Mario Galaxy Movie, y'know? Too soon..? Okay,...
News Switch 2 Rating For Bethesda's Newest IP Appears Online
Is a port of Starfield on the way?
Bethesda has already shown strong support for the Switch 2 with multiple game releases, but one title that hasn't landed on the hybrid platform is its new space-themed RPG, Starfield. Following its recent launch on the PlayStation 5 (which admittedly shipped with some issues), a new rating for a Switch 2 version...
Talking Point What Would You Want From A New Star Fox Game?
WHAAAAT?
Whispers of a new Star Fox game this year just waiting to be announced by Nintendo for the summer have many a fan on edge. On the one hand, it's been nearly 10 years since Lylat's finest had their own game — the admirable but divisive Star Fox Zero — so it's certainly high time for a new series entry. Fox's appearance in The Super...
News Boom! Yooka-Replaylee's 60fps Switch 2 Performance Mode Is Finally Here
Yooka-So-Smoothy
After its release in October 2025, Yooka-Replaylee is finally playable at 60fps on Switch 2 thanks to a new update from Playtonic Games. Many were understandably disappointed when the Switch 2 version launched with its performance capped at 30fps (heck, it was one of just two 'cons' in our 8/10 review), so this will no doubt prove...
News Star Trek: Resurgence Has Been Delisted From Switch eShop
Existing owners can still download it, though
Publisher Brunerhouse has announced that Star Trek: Resurgence, which only launched on the Switch in August 2025, will soon be delisted due to a license expiration. A short statement was posted on Steam to confirm the news, though no specific date for the delisting was provided. Indeed, the way it's...
PSA Xenoblade Chronicles X Now Available Physically For Switch 2
Get it on cartridge
Nintendo shadow-dropped Xenobade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (that name will always be just a little bit silly) back in February 2026, but if you've been holding off for a physical edition, then your day has come. With the game and upgrade pack available on the cartridge (no Game-Key Card...
News Vampire Crawlers Switch 2 Listing Pops Up On eShop
Fang-tastic
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors — yes, that really is the full title — is coming to Switch next week. And, before today, we only knew about a Switch 1 version. However, browsing the eShop today, we spotted a listing for a Nintendo Switch 2 version of the game, priced at £9.99 / $9.99, the same price as...
News Nintendo Music Celebrates Tomodachi Life Switch Launch With Special Update
Just don't expect any tracks next week
To celebrate the release of Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for the Switch this week, Nintendo has updated its music app with a special release. This update for the Switch Online Nintendo Music service on mobile devices adds ten tracks from the new title. Nintendo has also issued a notice mentioning how no...
Nintendo Download 16th April (North America)
Drop Duchy! Lucky Tower Ultimate! The Day I Became A Bird!
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: Note. All games...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Ranked Battle Season 10 Start Date And Rewards Revealed
Hop in next week
If you can believe it, we're almost in the tenth season of Ranked Battles in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. What is time? The Pokémon Company has today revealed that Season 10 will get underway next week on 23rd April at 6am UTC, and will be hanging around until 14th May. As was the case with the last season, there's no big Mega Stone...
Reminder Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Adds Angry Birds Racer 'Red' As Free DLC
More DLC racers are on the way
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has been releasing regular free and paid DLC updates since it launched, and with this in mind, today's update adds Red from Angry Birds to the game Red will come with his own vehicle, the "Super Roaster", special emotes and sounds, including three new songs for the Jukebox (Go! Theme, Go,...
Wednesday15th Apr 2026
Do you feel like talking about Life?
We interrupt to bring you some breaking news: Alana’s verdict for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is in. Fans of the 3DS game are champing at the bit to lose their lives to this long-dreamt-for sequel. Many have waited since 2014 to create more freakishly terrifying Miis and test the limits of humanity and...
"Even Wii U was interesting and cool"
Xbox's co-creator, Seamus Blackley, has been known to be pretty blunt with his opinions in the past, especially in relation to the direction that Microsoft has taken its gaming division in recent years. In a new interview with The Expansion Pass (thanks, Go Nintendo), Blackley touched on the idea that Microsoft...
News Nintendo's GameCube App Has Received A Small Update Today (Version 1.6.1)
One for Pokémon XD players
Following last month's release of Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness for the Switch Online GameCube library, Nintendo has now updated this app again. This bumps it up to Version 1.6.1 and apparently comes with a helpful bug fix for the same title after reports of game crashes, resulting in players losing save data (thanks...
News Jock Blaney, The Voice Of Star Fox 64's Wolf & Bill Grey, Has Died
"You're good, but I'm better!"
Wolf O'Donnell, as seen in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Veteran radio broadcaster and voice actor Jock Blaney passed away last month at the age of 76. Nintendo fans will likely know him best as the original voice of Star Fox 64 antagonist Wolf O'Donnell, and he also portrayed Fox's ally Bill Grey and Granga, the mech...
News 'Hytale' Dev Seeks Legal Action Against Knock-Off Switch eShop Game
Hytale it outta here, you cheeky git
Hytale dev Hypixel Studios has confirmed it is seeking legal action against a new Switch eShop game that's blatantly misleading potential customers into thinking they're purchasing the real deal (thanks, Automaton). Hytale: Sandbox RPG is available now at a discounted price of £4.99 on the Switch eShop, but...
Random Diablo 4: Lord Of Hatred Nintendo Rating Surfaces Online
Hell yeah?
There have been rumours circulating since last year about Blizzard bringing its action-RPG Diablo 4 to the Switch 2. Now, alongside today's launch of Overwatch 2 (now known simply as Overwatch) on Nintendo's new hybrid hardware, a rating for the upcoming expansion
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream
A dream or a nightmare?
Nintendo's next big release, and perhaps-penultimate Switch 1 title, is almost here. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream lands on Nintendo's older hybrid tomorrow, 16th April, and critic reviews have dropped ahead of the game's launch. That includes our own, written by the very person putting together this article. The Nintendo...
News These Custom Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Pay Tribute To A Truly Iconic Game Boy
Clear as day
For some inexplicable reason, Nintendo isn't giving us different coloured Joy-Con for the Switch 2 – at least not yet, anyway. Sure, we have the slightly different Light Purple and Light Green set, but the plastic on the bodywork is the same colour as the standard Joy-Con that ship with the console – and a far cry from the weird...
News Yooka-Laylee Dev Playtonic Seems To Be Teasing Something
What could it be?
Playtonic Games, the developer behind Yooka-Laylee and its Switch 2 reimagining Yooka-Replaylee, appears to be teasing something over on Bluesky. Starting from last Saturday, the company has begun posting cryptic messages on social media relating to the number '60'. Then, earlier today, it posted an amusing riddle that references...
Video Capcom Shares A Big Surprise In Its Latest Pragmata Trailer
What other mysteries await on the moon?
Capcom launches its new and "original IP" Pragmata this week, and while it's kept most of the experience a mystery so far, its latest trailer sheds some light on Hugh and Diana's mission. If you don't want any spoilers before you dive into this new sci-fi puzzle-shooter game with a hacking twist, we advise...
News Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Is Getting Another Switch 2 Patch
Update Ver.1.03.04 is coming soon
Koei Tecmo has announced Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly for the Switch 2 will be getting another update soon. Alongside the release of Version 1.03.04 for other platforms today, it's revealed what Nintendo players can expect when this patch arrives. According to Koei Tecmo's official patch notes, it will resolve...
News Pokémon Pokopia's Next Event Is All About Jump Rope
*Mario Odyssey flashbacks*
The next Pokémon Pokopia event is coming this weekend, but be wary, as it'll require dextrous timing and button pressing on your part. Bulbasaur's Jump Rope Challenge is coming to the game on 19th April. The event will kick off 5am local time and will run for a week until 26th April. And all you need to have done is...
News Layers Of Fear Is Getting A Physical Release On Switch 2
Includes lenticular postcard and art book
Meridiem has announced that it will be launching a physical edition of Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition for the Switch 2. Launching on 18th September 2026, the package will come rocking a lenticular postcard and an art book, and judging from the promotional image included with the announcement,...
Tuesday14th Apr 2026
Guide Best Animal Crossing Games Of All Time
Every Animal Crossing game, ranked
Today, 14th April 2026, marks the 25th anniversary of the Animal Crossing series. Dōbutsu no Mori, the Japanese-exclusive N64 game, kicked off what is now an iconic series for Nintendo, and while we'd have to wait until the GameCube to see what all the fuss is about, it's a hugely important part of our lives. In...
News Animal Crossing: New Horizons Has Been Updated To Version 3.0.2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Celebrating 25 years with a special item...
Today marks 25 years since the arrival of the Animal Crossing series, and to celebrate this very special occasion, Nintendo has rolled out an update for its latest entry Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which is available on the Switch and Switch 2. This bumps the game up to Version 3.0.2. Nintendo has...
News The Legend Of Zelda Live-Action Movie Has Officially Wrapped Filming
Arriving in cinemas next year
Although most of the focus has been on the Super Mario Galaxy Movie in recent weeks, we've got some rather big news today about The Legend of Zelda live-action film. According to an update at CinemaCon 2026, Sony Pictures has announced filming for Nintendo's new movie has now officially wrapped (thanks for the heads...
News Hades II Bonus Content Arrives On Switch 1 & 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
There's more hell to pay
Hades II has arrived on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles today, and while the game has been out on Switch 1 & 2 for almost seven months, that doesn't mean we're being left in the dust. Supergiant Games has released a brand new patch for the game which adds some Bonus Content and a number of tweaks and changes to the...
News He-Man's Stunning-Looking Beat 'Em Up Delayed Just Two Weeks Before Release
Now coming in the summer
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction is one of our most-anticipated releases for the Switch this year. There's no more perfect a marriage between side-scrolling beat 'em up and IP in our mind, and after Bitmap Bureau's Terminator 2D: NO FATE, we're eager to see how they handle another '80s...
Poll So, Will You Be Getting Pragmata For Switch 2?
Capcom's new IP is finally here
Capcom's new IP Pragmata is finally out this week, and in a huge win, it's launching simultaneously across all platforms including the Switch 2. Now that the reviews are in for this new game starring Hugh and his android companion Diana, we're curious to know if you'll be showing your support and picking it up when...
Talking Point If The Star Fox Rumours Are True, Where The Heck's Our Captain Toad Sequel?
Treasure Lacker
The word on the street is that Nintendo has an Arwing in the hangar and it's ready for takeoff. Of course, rumours are nothing more than, uhh, rumours, until the Big N confirms, but there's something about the rumblings of a new Star Fox game that feels faintly plausible to me. Mainstream appeal for McCloud and co. was effectively...
Wind Breaker HD
We are mere days away from the release of Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on 16th April, so, just like clockwork, Nintendo has published another entry in its 'Ask the Developer' series, all about the upcoming life sim. Expectedly, the discussion contains a whole lot of strangeness — with a game like Tomodachi Life, how couldn't...
"it's goofy, but it's fun"
Denshattack! is, in our opinion, one of the most unique games we've seen in quite some time. Sure, the basic gameplay loop of launching into the air to pull off tricks before grinding across some tracks isn't exactly new in itself, but get this... it's a train. It's a train! There's a demo available on the Switch 2 right...
News Animal Crossing's GameCube Soundtrack Has Been Added To Nintendo Music
Let the anniversary celebrations begin
Animal Crossing fans who want a blast from the past can now listen to the GameCube version's soundtrack on Nintendo Music. This release also happens to line up with the series 25th anniversary. This week's update adds 158 tracks (that's a huge run time of 5 hours and 18 minutes) and also includes songs from...
Monday13th Apr 2026
Review Pragmata (Switch 2) - A Dazzling Puzzle-Shooter Driven By A Heartfelt Friendship
Hack the Moon!
The arrival of a new Capcom title is always worthy of fanfare. When it’s a new IP launching simultaneously on a Nintendo console, it becomes a real cause for celebration. Pragmata joins Resident Evil Requiem in the ranks of heavy hitters running like a dream on Switch 2. The game has been steadily gaining hype since its announcement...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Pragmata
Do Hugh like it?
It's been a long time coming, but Capcom's Pragmata is finally – finally – right around the corner, launching on 17th April 2026. After going hands-on with the game a few months back (and you can do the same thanks to a free Switch 2 demo right now), we had a feeling this one would be pretty special. Now that's its nearly here,...
PSA Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Has Apparently Leaked Online
Watch out for spoilers out there
This week's big Nintendo release is Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, and fans of the 3DS game have been desperate to get their hands on this surprise follow-up. Unfortunately, just three days before the game launches on Switch, it appears to have leaked online. Nintendo Everything and
News LEGO Releases Official Build Instructions For Pokémon Kanto Region Badges
No need to spend THAT many Poké Dollars
Back in February, Lego released a wave of Pokémon sets — somehow, the first ones ever — for the franchise's 30th anniversary. But one of the most-popular ended up being a small set, the Kanto Region Badge Collection, which only available if you splashed the cash on the most expensive set. But there's...
Random Borderlands 4 Physical Switch 2 Version Apparently Surfaces In The Wild
Development on the Nintendo version was paused
Gearbox paused development on Borderlands 4 for Switch 2 earlier this year, and since then, there have been no updates about the Nintendo version. Now, reports have surfaced about a physical retail copy of the Switch 2 version
News Unsurprisingly, The Mario Galaxy Movie Is Already 2026's Biggest Box Office Hit
McClouded vision
After the $1 billion+ box office success of the first movie, we all knew that The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was going to put up big numbers. Well, those crystal balls didn't let us down, because after just a few weeks in cinemas, the sequel is already the highest-grossing release of 2026. The weekend's updated box office figures...
News Overwatch Lands On Switch 2 Tomorrow, Will Be 60fps Both Handheld And Docked
Sierra is also joining the game
Just over two months after shedding the number 2 from its title, and teasing a Switch 2 release, Blizzard has finally given us a date for the upgraded version of Overwatch, and it's pretty soon: tomorrow, even! Yep, the Switch 2 rel
UK Charts Pokémon Pokopia Is Starting To Prove Its Staying Power
But RE Requiem reigns supreme
The latest UK Charts data is in, and Pokémon Pokopia has turned in a solid performance this week to land at number 2. We can only imagine that stores have finally been provided with adequate stock to satiate demand – hardly the most compelling reason for the game's jump up to second place, but we'll take it. If...
News Splatoon 3's Spring Splatfest Has Crowned Its Winner
Update: Bear with
Splatoon 3's seasonal events are still alive and kicking, and next month, it's time for another Spring Splatfest. The event is set to kick off on 11th April at 1am BST (10th April for those in North America), running throughout the weekend until 13th. It's a returning theme heading to the Splatlands for this event, with the 2024...
News Indonesia's Ratings Board Leaks A Bunch Of Game Details, Includes 007 First Light & Castlevania
007's ending may be part of the leaks
A bunch of video game details and story spoilers have been leaked accidentally by the Indonesian Game Rating System (IGRS) from a number of upcoming releases, with the most-significant coming from IO Interactive's 007 First Light, VGC reports. According to VGC, story spoilers for upcoming action game are now...
News Two Free 'PowerWash Simulator' DLCs Are Being Delisted Next Month
Seventh Heaven and Croft Manor will have to stay dirty for some
FuturLab has announced that two free DLC packs for PowerWash Simulator — the first, not the sequel — are being delisted next month. Those of you who haven't snapped up the Tomb Raider and Mi
Community Played A Great Switch Game We Missed? Send Us Your Hidden Gem Tips
Treasure tracker
Blimey, that rolled around fast! It's once again time for our Games We Missed round-up, our community callout where we ask for Switch game recommendations for games we weren't able to review. Back in October we rounded up 32 gems, as recommended by you lovely people, in the first edition of this twice-yearly feature to come out...
Sunday12th Apr 2026
Feature A Look Back At Every Game Nintendo Life Scored 10/10 Over 20 Years
70 outstanding video games
Last November, Nintendo Life turned 20 and since then we've been looking back over two decades-worth of Nintendo coverage. In that time, we've built up an enormous repository of reviews and today we're going to look back on every single game we've awarded an NL 10 since the site began. There's a good mixture of the usual...
News Two First-Party Switch 2 Ratings Have Been Spotted
We're ready when you are, Nintendo
New ratings for Splatoon Raiders and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave have reportedly been spotted on Nintendo's European webpages. The spin-off Splatoon Raiders now has a 'PEGI 7' rating, and the new Fire Emblem game has apparently been updated from a provisional rating to a 'PEGI 12' rating. According to Nintendo's...
News Mouse: P.I. For Hire Switch 2 Performance And Resolution Revealed
Here's what you can expect
The new noir-style cartoon detective FPS Mouse: P.I. for Hire arrives on the Switch 2 next week after a slight delay. Ahead of the launch on 16th April 2026, Fumi Games and Playside have released the specifications and performance targets
Poll Box Art Brawl: Duel - Mendel Palace
Getting Game Freaky
We hope you're ready for another clash of covers, because it's time for this week's Box Art Brawl! Last time, thanks to a certain Super Mario Galaxy Movie appearance, we took a look at Star Fox: Assault for the GameCube. While the grey Japanese cover put up a good fight, it was the European and North American design that...
Saturday11th Apr 2026
News Hades II Has Some Bonus Content Planned For Next Week
Launching alongside the Xbox and PS5 releases
[Fri 27th Mar, 2026 06:15 GMT]: Hades II developer Supergiant Games yesterday announced it would be bringing the Princess of the Underworld to Xbox and PlayStation platforms on 14th April 2026. If you're wondering how this is relevant to Nintendo, well, according to the team, there'll be an update...
Review South Of Midnight (Switch 2) - A Port That Compromises What This Enjoyable Game Did Best
Alice in bayou-land
South of Midnight is a third‑person action‑adventure that leans into its narrative hard. For those thinking of buying it, that’s the first thing to consider, because not every gamer has the same ‘high cutscene-to-gameplay ratio’ of patience. While it doesn’t over-indulge, it does like to pause events often to reveal...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Pokémon Champions
Here's what the critics think
The new "free-to-start" battle game Pokémon Champions launched for the Switch this week and critics have now had their say. Starting with our own review here on Nintendo Life, we said this new title was the most accessible but flawed competitive Pokémon has ever been, awarding it five out of ten stars: "The core...
Opinion Of All Things, Animal Crossing (And 'FOPI') Has Made Me A Switch 2 Evangelist
(Fear Of Price Increase)
When the 3.0 update arrived for Animal Crossing: New Horizons in January, covering it for this here website returned me to a place I thought I'd left behind. Playing for guide purposes brought me back to my island, Twin
News The Rogue Prince Of Persia Physical Release Now Available On Switch 1 & 2
Including standard and Immortal Editions
In case you missed it, Ubisoft's 2D roguelite The Rogue Prince of Persia gets a physical release on Switch 1 and 2 this week. The standard edition is available for $34.99 USD (or your regional equivalent) and the Immortal Edition (including a copy of the game, SteelBook, a poster and three lithography...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (11th April)
Fight night
The weekend is finally upon us, so it's time for another edition of What Are You Playing! We thought that things might slow down a little after last week's Galaxy Movie extravaganza, but nooo. We got a new Pokémon game in the shape of Pokémon Champions (complete with bugs and unusual resolution quirks), a tr
News Super Battle Golf Brings Absolute Chaos To The Switch 2 In Summer 2026
"Finish first by any means necessary"
If you enjoy golf video games but would like them to be a bit more chaotic, Super Battle Golf by Brimstone Games might be worth checking out when it launches for the Switch 2 and multiple other consoles. It will hit the green in "Summer 2026" and offers up 1-8 player online multiplayer action, where everyone...
Friday10th Apr 2026
News Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.6.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
This small update is available now
At the end of last month, Nintendo released a major update for its Switch 2 launch title Mario Kart World - adding Bob-omb Blast to the game's Battle mode. It also included various adjustments and fixes. Now, in a new update today, the Mario Kart team has released a smaller upda
Guide Last Chance To Grab These Switch 1 & 2 Games In Nintendo's 'Find Save Play' Sale (Europe)
Every discounted game we've scored 9/10+
Just a reminder that this eShop sale wraps up on Sunday, so if you were waiting to tick something off your wishlist, there's still time. Carry on! Another month, another whopping great eShop sale to peruse, and another round up from your friends at NL who over the years have reviewed a hefty chunk of Switch...
Round Up Everything Announced In The Level-5 Vision 2026 April Showcase
Layton! Inazuma! Snack World??
Level-5 has returned to the livestreamed showcase scene with its first 'Vision' showcase of 2026, providing an updated look at all the titles it is currently working on. Overall, the details were kept pretty vague in this one — more than a few games had a noncommittal "in development" label attached rather than a...
Review Pokémon Champions (Switch) – The Most Accessible & Flawed Competitive Pokémon Has Ever Been
More bugs than Viridian Forest
Keeping up with competitive Pokémon battling has always been a hassle. As the mainline series shifts from generation to generation, so does which Pokémon are available, access to specific Pokémon, methods for training those Pokémon, the introduction of new moves, abilities, and held items, as well as a continued...
Video Mortal Kombat II's New Movie Trailer Features A Very Special Kameo
Is that...?
Mortal Kombat's movie reboot is well underway, with the second film Mortal Kombat II due out in cinemas next month on 8th May 2026. To build some excitement (and promote the fact that tickets are now on sale) a new trailer for the sequel has today been released. Apart from many new and returning faces, there's also a major cameo in the...
Preview SNES RPG Meets Celtic Tradition - Can 'Forge Of The Fae' Stand Out In The Pixel-Art Crowd?
What's the craic?
I’ve become a little wary of the plethora of gorgeous retro pixel-art RPGs that keep popping up in recent years. I’m talking about the games that are inspired by classics such as Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy, and EarthBound, or sell themselves as spiritual successors. These often look the part, sucking me in with stunning...
News Another Switch 1 Release Might Be Ditching The "Cloud Version" Label On Switch 2
Guardians of the Galaxy has been rated for the console
We've been hoping to see more Switch 1 games lumbered with the Cloud Version label ditch that format and make the jump to Switch 2. And it looks like Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy might be the next one to come. Earlier today, r/GamingLeaksAndRumours (spotted via Gematsu) shared that a rating...
News Warhammer Brings Its Own 'Vampire Survivors' Game To Switch 1 & 2 This Year
In partnership with poncle
Warhammer has revealed its new game - borrowing the template of the insanely addictive roguelike Vampire Survivors and adding characters, weapons and enemies from its own tabletop universe - will be coming to the Switch 1 and 2 at some point this year. This new standalone release, officially titled Warhammer Survivors, is...
News Level-5's 'Snack World' RPG Is Getting A Full-Blown Remake On Switch 2
"Development's going well"
We'll be honest, the 2017 RPG Snack World: The Dungeon Crawl was not on our 'Switch 2 Remake' bingo card, but surprise, that's exactly what's happening. As revealed in today's Level-5 showcase, Snack World: Reloaded is in the works for Switch 2, boasting a complete overhaul of the original game with new visuals,...
News New Professor Layton Trailer Is Our Best Look Yet At The Upcoming Adventure
Still on track for 2026...
Today's Level-5 showcase might not have been overflowing with release dates, but it did give us a new look at Professor Layton and The New World of Steam, with the confirmation that it's still on track for 2026 (thank god). The new trailer is our best look yet at the upcoming puzzler, diving deep into Layton and Luke's...
Gallery Fangamer's UFO 50 Deluxe Edition Is Packed With Nostalgic Goodness
UFOooooohhh
Mossmouth's excellent retro compilation UFO 50 was one of our games of the year when it finally arrived on Switch back in August 2025. The 50 games of the fictional LX system have gobbled up hours (and hours) of our time in the months since, and just when we thought we were free from its clutches, Fangamer had to go and drag us in all...
News Level-5 Release Dates Still Up In The Air For Some Potential 2026 Titles
Plus, Decapolice might just be coming to Switch 2 now
Today's Level-5 Vision 2026 Showcase... certainly happened. And while fans of Professor Layton are probably happy, the same can't be said for those who are waiting for updates on other Level-5 games. Part way through the showcase, president Akihiro Hino introduced a sizzle reel-type video...
News Cemetery Management Sim 'Graveyard Keeper' Digs Up A Sequel On Switch 1 & 2
Rising from the dead in 2026
Medieval cemetery management is back with Lazy Bear Games and tinyBuild announcing Graveyard Keeper 2 is coming to the Switch and Switch 2 later this year. This sequel to the "original, unhinged title", which launched on the Switch in 2019, will see you restore a town and lead a loyal undead army into battle to save the...
News Fear Not, Pokémon Champions' Naff Switch 2 TV Resolution Is Fixable
Doctors hate this one simple Dock trick
Even if we overlook the limited launch Pokémon, the swathe of bugs, and the strange monetisation, Pokémon Champions still had more issues up its sleeve — talk about a dramatic launch, eh? Those playing in Docked Mode on Switch 2 might have noticed that the latest battler looked... a bit naff. Up on the...
News Undertale Music By Toby Fox Is Coming To Rift Of The NecroDancer As DLC
Including 'Megalovania' and more!
If you're a fan of Toby Fox's bangers in Undertale, you might be interested to hear these tracks are coming to Rift of the NecroDancer. This new "Undertale Music Pack" crossover is now available in the Steam version of this rhythm title, and according to the developer Brace Yourself Games (Crypt of the NecroDancer,
Thursday9th Apr 2026
Guide Every Nintendo Switch Online NES Game Ranked
Updated with the latest additions
Updated with three Namco-published games from the April drop: Pac-Man, Mendel Palace, and The Tower of Druaga. Remember, this list evolves as users rate the games within, so head to the game profiles and rate them out of 10 if you'd like to see the rankings below ch
News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's NES Library With Three More Games
Play them right now
Nintendo has today added three more games to its Switch Online 'Nintendo Classics' subscription service. The latest releases are for the NES library and include Namco's Pac-Man from 1988, the 1989 puzzle title Mendel Palace (developed by the Pokémon team Game Freak and published by Namco in Japan), and Namco's 1984 action...
News Looks Like 'Elden Ring' Will Be A Pricey Game-Key Card Release On Switch 2
Pre-orders have popped up on Amazon
We know Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is supposedly riding onto Switch 2 sometime in 2026, but not exactly when; nonetheless, pre-orders have opened up on Amazon in the US, giving us an idea of just how much it'll cost to visit The Lands Between on the newest Nintendo console. Spotted by u/mason2393 on...
News Pokémon Pokopia Updated To Version 1.0.3, Includes Improvements & Fixes
Here are the full patch notes
The relaxing life-sim Pokémon Pokopia has received a new update this week, bumping the Switch 2 exclusive up to Version 1.0.3. Similar to the last patch, this one comes loaded with some improvements as well as multiple game fixes, so the overall experience should be better now. Although there is still an issue that's...
News Rhythm Heaven Groove's Price Is A Welcome Surprise
And the box art's a looker, too
Nintendo today lifted the lid on Rhythm Heaven Groove's release date (2nd July, if you missed it), and followed it up by opening pre-orders and revealing the all-important price. The upcoming rhythm title will set you back £33.99 / $39.99, with pre-orders now live on both the European and North American eShop. For...
News Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Let's You Fight Joan Of Arc And Explore Notre Dame In New Trailer
Bonjour, evildoers
Today's Triple-i Initiative showcase promised us some Castlevania: Belmont's Curse news, and we got a little bit of that during today's presentation. In the short new trailer up top, featuring commentary from Evil Empire — one of the developers on Konami's revival, who also created Dead Cells — we got a look at some of the...
News Rhythm Heaven Groove Drums Up Switch Release Date
Feel the beat
This one has felt like a long time coming, huh? Nintendo has today revealed that Rhythm Heaven Groove will arrive on Switch on 2nd July. Groove was first announced back in the March Direct last year with a mysterious '2026' release date. Today's announcement, made first on Nintendo Today!, was the first peep we've heard in the year...
Japanese Charts Switch 2 Hits Another Milestone As Pokémon Pokopia's Reign Continues
An unbreakable block
This week's physical games chart from Famitsu are here, and they paint a very familiar picture, though the Switch 2 is busy smashing sales numbers as the console reaches 5 million units sold in Japan. But first, Pokémon Pokopia is once again the number-one selling physical release of the week. While last week saw a big dip in...
Mini Review Easy Delivery Co. (Switch) - A Mysterious Gig-Economy Sim With Immaculate Vibes
Clock in, zone out
When a video game's biggest selling point is that it's perfect for zoning out to, it could sound like faint praise. Yet the fact that I still wanted to deliver stuff and poke around for secrets in Sam C.'s Easy Delivery Co. — a low-poly delivery simulator that's equal parts cosy and dreary — after the credits rolled speaks...
"Game systems help you understand the real world"
“What's the mindspace of someone that is trying to rebuild from scratch, away from all her friends? What is that mindspace like? Is she really healthy or happy? What leads her to do that?” Those are the questions Isadora Sophia, lead coder and writer on Neverway, an unsettling horror RPG with...
News My Nintendo Store Restocks Super Mario 40th Anniversary Reward (North America)
Get this pin set while you can!
Mario's 40th anniversary celebrations are currently underway, and as part of the MAR10 Day celebrations in March, a special pin set was released as a My Nintendo Reward in North America. If you weren't able to get it the first time, here's your notice that it's once again available for 600 Platinum Points. It...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Still Has Some Fight As It Reveals New Sales Milestone
The dev team is already focused on its "next project"
Although it's been almost a year since NetherRealm announced it was effectively done with Mortal Kombat 1, the latest entry in the long-running fighting series is still generating sales. In an update via social media this week, the studio has announced Mortal Kombat 1 has now surpassed eight...
Guide Pokémon Champions: In-Game Purchases - Membership & Battle Pass Explained
Break out your Poké Dollars
Pokémon Champions is set to be the go-to competitive battler for the series moving forward, and while the game is free to start for everyone, there are some paid options to consider down the line. In this guide, we'll be breaking down all of Champions' in-game purchases, explaining how much each one will set you back,...
PSA 'Hello, Yoshi!' Hatches On Western Switch eShops Today
Dino stretch
Nintendo has been gradually rolling out its My Mario line to Western audiences since the start of the year, and today, the kid-friendly Hello, Yoshi! app joins the roster. This one launched in Japan back in November 2025, and promises a similar gameplay experience (if we can even call it "gameplay") to the original Hello, Mario! title...
PSA Pokémon Champions First Mystery Gift Distribution Now Live
Add some muscle to your team
Pokémon Champions has officially arrived on the Switch this week, and putting the teething issues aside for one moment, the battle title's first mystery gift event has now officially gone live. This will allow you to add a Machamp to your party. This Pokémon comes in a Cherish Ball and is equipped with the following...
News Pokémon Champions Bug-Squashing Update Is In The Works, Here's What's Being Targeted
Bug Spray
Pokémon Champions launched yesterday in a... less-than-perfect state. Fortunately, it looks like The Pokémon Company is working on a fix. Even if we put aside the limited available Pokémon and Items at launch, the game was quickly criticised for the sheer number of bugs on display (and no, we're not talking about Beedrill and Pinsir)...
Wednesday8th Apr 2026
Guide Pokémon Champions: Mystery Gift Codes List
All current Pokémon Champions Mystery Gift codes
Mystery Gift codes have been a mainstay of Pokémon games for years now, and that trend continues in Pokémon Champions. Below, we'll be keeping track of every Champions Mystery Gift code, detailing what it unlocks and its expiry date — so you never have to worry about missing out on a freebie. As...
Guide 21 Best Switch 2 Games Under $25
Bang for your buck
Since launch back in June 2025, Switch 2 has steadily accrued a solid library of games that take advantage of the system's improved specs and features. While many titles are also available on Switch 1, perks like better frame rates, sharper visuals, and easy chat and screen-sharing, not to mention game-sharing, make it hard to go...
News 007 First Light Shaken By Delay On Switch 2, Now Releasing After Other Consoles
A summer stir
Just a month and a half out from James Bond's next video game outing, Hitman developer IO Interactive has announced that the Switch 2 version of 007 First Light is being delayed. Now, instead of landing on the newest Nintendo console on 27th May 2026, the same day as PS5, Xbox Series, and PC, we'll have to wait until "later this...
News Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Has Received An Update For Switch 1 & 2 Today
Dealing with some pesky progression bugs
Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined arrived for the Switch and Switch 2 in February, and if you were hoping for some fixes, you're in luck! Square Enix has today rolled out a new patch for the Switch and Switch 2. It's available right now, and according to a rough translation from the official Japanese game...
News No Man's Sky Goes Full Pokémon In New Creature-Catching 'Xeno Arena' Update
No Man's Skarmory
We've seen Hello Games add all kinds of crazy content to No Man's Sky over the last 10 years (!!), but today's update might take the biscuit for the feature we were least expecting to see. The new Xeno Arena update is Pokémon. Nope, we're not joking. The latest patch adds mechanics that cover everything from creature catching to...
News "Feels Like A Fleshed Out Beta" - Fans Are Unhappy With Pokémon Champions At Launch
Players use Work Up
Pokémon Champions, which stands to become the place for competitive VGC for Pokémon going forward, has arrived on the Switch today as a free-to-start experience. But early impressions from fans and competitive players has been... mixed, to say the least. Promising snappy competitive battles and a way for newcomers to get into...
News PowerWash Simulator 2's First DLC Pack Lands Last-Minute Delay On Switch 2
Update: UNACCEPTABLE!!
PowerWash Simulator racked up some pretty impressive crossover DLC in its time, and its sequel looks like it'll start doing the same next year. FuturLab has today lifted the lid on PowerWash Simulator 2's first DLC pack, featuring none other than a handful of locales from the beloved Cartoon Network series, Adventure Time. We...
PSA You Can Now Download Pokémon Champions On Switch
There's also a free update for Switch 2
Pokémon battles level-up today with the release of Pokémon Champions on the Switch eShop. If you aren't already playing it, here's our reminder that this free download is now officially available across Nintendo's storefronts around the globe. Before you jump in, it's worth noting that there's a starter...
Talking Point Which Zelda Game Would You Most Like To See Remade?
Spirit Tracks - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Chuchu Train
Another year, another jaunt on the Rumour Express, right? Yes, whispers of a new Zelda remake are making the rounds once again following a recent claim that Ocarina of Time is making a big comeback on the Switch 2 later this year. We've been here before and we'll probably be here again, but...
Upping the ante
Back in 2024, Balatro made big waves in the indie roguelike space, offering a relatively simple but incredibly addictive take on the age-old game of poker. After selling millions of copies, it’s now spun off its own sort of sub-genre inspired by its mechanics, and one such game is called Beyond Words from MindFuel Games, a new...
ICYMI Next Triple-i Initiative Showcase Promises Reveals For Castlevania: Belmont's Curse & More
iiinteresting
For the third year running, Evil Empire has announced that its Triple-i Initiative Showcase will be bringing 45 minutes of uninterrupted game trailers (featuring eight world premieres) our way this week. The showcase is set to kick off tomorrow (9th April) at 5pm BST / 6pm CET / 9am PT / 12pm ET, and you'll be able to watch along on a...
News Nickelodeon's All-Star Cast Returns To The Tennis Court Next Month
Move aside, Mario Tennis
Gameloft and Old Skull Games have this week announced Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! will be coming to the Switch on 28th May 2026. This follows Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis, which was released as part of the Apple Arcade subscription service in 2022 and was removed a year later. The Switch release comes with 15 "iconic"...
News F-Zero 99 Has Been Updated To Version 1.7.1, Here Are The Patch Notes
Addressing multiple issues
Nintendo's Switch Online battle royale racer F-Zero 99 has today received its first update of 2026, bumping the game up to Version 1.7.1. This follows a major 1.7.0 update last December, which included some new additions, adjustments and changes. As for the latest update, it's a lot smaller and addresses multiple issues...
News Exterminate Even More Spiders In Kill It With Fire 2, Coming Soon To Switch
Including co-op extermination
If you enjoyed exterminating hordes of spiders in the original Kill It With Fire game on Switch, you'll be pleased to hear Kill It With Fire 2 is scuttling onto the system next month. This title is described as the "ultimate co-op spider-hunting experience" and will launch for Nintendo's hybrid platform on 7th May...
Tuesday7th Apr 2026
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 22.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
A small but stable update
Following a major system update for the Switch 1 and 2 last month, Nintendo has now released a much smaller firmware update for both hybrid platforms. Version 22.1.0 includes "system stability improvements" following the rollout of Version 22.0.0, which introduced a lot of improvements and adjustments. So, this latest...
Poll Super Mario Galaxy Movie Characters Compared, Film Vs. Game Designs - Which Are Best?
Galaxy gallery
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has been out in the wild for nearly a week now, so we thought it was only right to take a look at its new faces and see how they match up to their game counterparts. Those with a really good memory might remember that we did something similar for Illumination's first Mario Movie back in 2023, though it's...
News Guilty Gear Strive 2.0 Patch Notes Seem To Confirm That Switch Is Being Left Out
Switch 2 Edition when..?
Arc System Works is getting ready to unleash a massive 2.0 update for Guilty Gear -Strive-, paving the way for the Season Pass 5 content while making some significant changes to mechanics, UI, character intros, and more. Unfortunately, however, it seems like the Switch version will be left out entirely. We had a feeling...
News Capcom Teases Okami 20th Anniversary Celebrations
Taking place later this month
Apart from the release of Pragmata this month, Capcom has announced it will be celebrating 20 years of Okami. This anniversary date takes place later this month on 20th April 2026, lining up with the title's original Japanese release on the PlayStation 2 in 2006. As part of this, the Okami team says it's currently...
Rumour The Legend Of Zelda Movie May Have Found Its Composer
Break out the ocarinas
Nintendo and Columbia Pictures have been pretty quiet when it comes to information regarding the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie, but according to an updated IMDB page (thanks, Go Nintendo), it seems that the project's composer may have been confirmed. We're not going to treat this as gospel until it's officially...
News Fantastic Fantasy Roguelike Absolum Is Getting The Full Physical Treatment On Switch 2
Not a Game-Key Card in sight
After getting its hooks in us last year with its addictive 'rogue 'em up' gameplay loop, Absolum is heading to Switch 2 later this year... with a full physical release. Silver Lining Interactive today announced that the fantasy roguelike's next-gen physical is now available to pre-order from its online store for £44.99...
UK Charts Mario Galaxy Jumps Up The Rankings Thanks To A Big-Screen Boost
Movie Star
After a short pause for the Easter Bank Holiday, this week's UK charts are finally in, and no, it's not the most surprising ranking this time. The top 10 is much as you might expect, with EA SPORTS FC 26 holding onto the top spot once again, and Switch 2 hits like Mario Kart World, Pokopia, and Pokémon Legends: Z-A hanging around with...
News Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 Update Adds Mouse And Keyboard Support
Included in the new game update
Ubisoft has announced it's releasing a new update for Assassin's Creed Shadows this week across all platforms. Title Update 1.1.10 comes loaded with all sorts of gameplay improvements. Most notably on the Switch 2, you can look forward to mouse and keyboard support - allowing you to take "full control of Naoe and...
News Bleak Survival City-Builder 'Frostpunk' Is Finally Coming To The Switch
Manage your society's survival "on the go"
The city-building survival series Frostpunk recently held a special broadcast about "all things Frostpunk", and during this event, developer '11 bit studios' announced a Switch version of the original title. Yes, after years of community requests for a Nintendo version, it's finally happening. This was...
News New Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Trailer Continues Hugh Morris' Rejected Romance Drama
Clowning around
Despite rejecting Direct protagonist Angie in favour of Dr. Winters, Hugh Morris was undoubtedly the star of Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream's solo January Direct. This jolly little heartbreaker pulled in quite the online following after his Direct debut, so it makes sense that Nintendo would want to wheel him out again in the...
News More Splatoon 3 Songs Have Been Added To Nintendo Music Today
A side order of music
Nintendo Music continues to add new tracks to its library, and this week sees the arrival of more songs for the Splatoon 3 album. As described in the mobile app, this new update adds a total of 112 tracks to the service. This includes tracks from the DLC Side Order, the Grand Festival and "more". You'll be able to listen to...
Monday6th Apr 2026
Guide Best Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Roguelikes, Roguelites & Run-Based Games
Like Rogue?
We've given this list a little spring clean and updated it with Blue Prince and Caves of Qud. Enjoy! When it comes to modern video games, there are few more polarising genre terms than 'roguelike'. That divisive descriptor draws some players like moths to a flame, while others run a mile at its mere whisper. It often feels like...
News New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
And Mario Galaxy 2, of course
Well, what a convenient bit of timing! Hot on the heels of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's release last week, Nintendo has today announced an all-new limited-time Switch 2 offer, featuring (you guessed it) Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2. Yep, the Switch 1 game! From 12th April - 9th May, you can pick up a...
News Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
New gameplay trailer released
A new gameplay trailer for The Eternal Life of Goldman has been uploaded to Nintendo of America's YouTube channel, and we felt utterly compelled to highlight it. It looks so good, man! Currently scheduled to launch at some point in 2026, Goldman is described as a "breathtaking platformer adventure" that utilises...
News Level-5 Will Finally Share News On Its Upcoming Titles In 'Vision 2026' Showcase
Coming this week!
Level-5 has announced that it's finally ready to share some updates about its upcoming titles in a new 'Vision 2026' showcase. The presentation will air on the Level-5 YouTube channel on Friday, 10th April 2026 at 1pm BST / 2pm CET / 5am PT / 8am ET. While the precise contents of the event are being kept under wraps to maintain...
"They didn't know"
One of the biggest highlights of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, in our opinion, was its exceptional score. Not only does the sequel pull back on the licensed pop tracks that plagued the original, but it's also chock-full of delightful Mario (and Star Fox) music from composer Brian Tyler. But what the production studios weren't...
News Monolith Soft Talks Up Ganondorf's "Alluring Charm" In New Interview
"You witness a king's revival"
Developer Monolith Soft has published a new interview discussing its involvement with the production of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (thanks, Go Nintendo). The interview focuses on the creation and modelling of the game's characters, creatures, and items, which
News Uniqlo's Super Mario Galaxy Movie Clothing Range Is Now Available
Wardrobe 1-Up
Hot on the heels of last month's Pokémon 30th anniversary range, Uniqlo has now launched another Nintendo collection to celebrate The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The clothing line-up is now live on the Uniqlo website, consisting of four different graphic tees in adult sizes (XS-3XL) for £19.90 / $29.90 and four in kids' (3-13 years)...
Sunday5th Apr 2026
Video 12 Exciting New Games Coming To Switch 1 & 2 In April 2026
Pokémon, Pragmata, Tomodachi Life and more!
April is officially underway, and it's another action-packed month for the Switch 1 & 2 in terms of new releases. There's a little bit of something for everyone - starting with Goat Simulator 3 on Switch 2, which is already available! Next week we've got Pokémon Champions, and in the middle of the month...
Video Pokémon Champions 'World Overview' Trailer Released
Introducing two characters from Frontier City
The new "free-to-start" battle title Pokémon Champions is out next week for the Switch on 8th April 2026, and to help build some excitement, The Pokémon Company has released a new "world overview" trailer. As you might have guessed from the title, this cinematic introduces trainers to the world of...
Feature Nintendo Life eShop Selects (March 2026)
Our picks for the best eShop games on Switch 1 & 2 in March
As early signs of spring emerge after a pretty rough winter, there's only one thing we can think about right now: what's waiting for us on the eShop. Yep, it's eShop Selects for March 2026, and yes, believe it or not, there's lots to dig into besides building and breaking things in Pokémon...
Feature "Stop Tagging Us About Bubsy!" - Fabraz On Being Bullied Into Reviving A Maligned Mascot
"We were blown away by the reception"
Bubsy, it's safe to say, doesn't have the greatest reputation in the world. So when Bubsy 4D was announced at Gamescom 2025, we were honestly pretty floored. Not only was Atari reviving a series that's arguably had far more misses than hits in its 30+ year history, but it was bringing on critically-acclaimed...
Led by the writer behind Chrono Trigger and Xenogears
In February, Wright Flyer Studios announced the turn-based RPG Another Eden Begins would be coming to Switch 1 & 2. Alongside a new trailer today, the developer and publisher has now confirmed this time-travelling adventure will be launching for both platforms on 17th September 2026. The new and...
Poll Box Art Brawl: Duel - Star Fox Assault (GameCube)
Team Star Fox, ready for duty!
Welcome welcome welcome, to another edition of Box Art Brawl! Last time, we stepped into the ring with Capcom vs. SNK 2 EO for the GameCube, as this was a really close one, folks. Both designs are really cool, but in the end, Japan and Europe won the day with 53% of the vote, leaving North America to mop up the...
News Super Rare Announces 'Toree & Friends' Physical Switch Collection, Pre-Orders Open Next Week
"5 titles featuring 9 vibrant games"
If you're a fan of short and sweet experiences such as Toree 3D and Macbat 64, physical distributor Super Rare Games has announced the Toree & Friends Collection for Switch. This package contains a colourful mix of fast-paced platforming, quirky characters and nostalgic-style adventures. Players can expect "5...
Saturday4th Apr 2026
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Short Games
Blast through these games in a single sitting
We've given this list a little spring clean adding the excellent Despelote. Enjoy! A Switch 1 or 2 is the perfect console if you travel a lot, for work or pleasure. The consoles' portability make them the perfect choice if you're spending any time at all in planes, trains, and automobiles. Of course,...
News Ratatan Dev Cancels The Switch Version
The rhythm game is not coming to "legacy hardware"
The rhythm roguelike Ratatan was originally planned for the Switch, but in an update this week, developer Ratata Arts has announced it will no longer be coming to Nintendo's original hybrid platform or the PlayStation 4. Fortunately, it's still on the way to the Switch 2. The team, which was also...
Pot, Kettle, Black
Now fully aware of fire-hungry crawling monsters lurking in the shadows, I jump out of my skin at scuttling sounds behind me. I swing around and breathe a sigh of relief. It is just my house, which has sprouted legs and is dutifully following me on my odyssey to Moon Mountain. First released on PS5 and PC in May 2025, The...
PSA System Shock Remake Gets A Switch 2 Demo
Following performance improvements last month
If you've been wanting to try out the System Shock Remake and happen to have access to a Switch 2, Nightdive Studios has now released a demo on the eShop. This follows an update for the title on Switch 1 and 2 last month, which included some massive performance improvements on both platforms and should...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (4th April)
Catching a talkie?
Hello there, lovely people. (Hey, Alex is off right now, so I'm nabbing the catchphrase.) It's been a Mario-filled week with the launch of a certain record-breaking motion picture. Yes, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie came out fire flowers blazing this week. Reviews followed in the footsteps of its predecessor, with critics failing...
News The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Monopoly Set Is Now Officially Available
Buy up the galaxy
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie goes beyond the cinema with merchandise and much more. Now, to add to the new movie's launch, Monopoly is back with a new Galaxy-themed board. This new edition of Monopoly is priced at $24.99 (or your regional equivalent) and will allow you to visit the many locations from Mario's new movie. It follows...
News Super Mario Run Celebrates The Super Mario Galaxy Movie With A New Event
Unlock some themed statues
Nintendo is celebrating The Super Mario Galaxy Movie in all sorts of ways, and as part of this, a new event has now officially gone live in its free-to-download mobile runner, Super Mario Run. This event will take place from now until 29th May 2026. When you complete missions in the game during this event, you'll unlock...
Friday3rd Apr 2026
News Nintendo Details The Benefits Of Playing Tomodachi Life On Switch 2
Just don't expect everything
If you plan to play the Switch release Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on your Switch 2, there will be some slight improvements. As detailed in Nintendo's recently published FAQ, while there are "no differences in the software content", the gameplay will take advantage of the Switch 2's capabilities. For starters, this...
News The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Opening Day Breaks Multiple Records Worldwide
The total figure is a "bigger result" than the first movie
Following the first day box office results for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie in the US, the opening day performance of Mario's movie sequel globally has now been revealed. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has officially opened with a global box office figure of $68.4 million, putting it ahead of
Feature Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Spoilers a-plenty, obviously
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has a lot of easter eggs. Too many, in our opinion. In fact, we'd go so far as to say that the whole film is essentially propped up by constant hits of nostalgic dopamine. But that's not to say that the easter eggs themselves are bad – far from it. So, here we're going to go through ten of...
News Best Buy Has A Neat Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary Game Case Up For Grabs (US)
If you buy some Mario games
US retailer Best Buy has a Super Mario Bros. game card case offer live that's tied into the plumber's 40th anniversary year, and we're actually a little jealous of our pals across the pond. As highlighted by the redoubtable Wario 64, you'll need to buy any two Mario games from their list of 38 (that's including physical...
Review Super Meat Boy 3D (Switch 2) - Not The Finest Cut, But Still Tasty
A real meat grinder
In many ways, the gaming landscape was radically different in 2010, and one difference was a relative lack of indie releases. Nowadays, it’s not uncommon for games like Balatro or Hollow Knight: Silksong to have equal sales, attention, and excitement behind them as major AAA releases, and it can be easy to forget that such...
Play! Charge! Stream! Capture!
Accessory maker Genki is famous for producing a wide range of Switch-related items over the past few years, and the Covert Dock range has always been one of my personal favourites. With the original Switch, the Covert Dock enabled me to leave my OEM Switch Dock at home and take my console on the road without the added...
News Tetris 99's New Crossover Event Celebrates Super Mario Galaxy, Unlock A Special Theme
Reminder: This event is now live!
[Thu 12th Mar, 2026 04:05 GMT]: Super Mario is currently celebrating his 40th anniversary, and one other announcement for MAR10 Day this week is a new Tetris 99 Maximus Cup and Grand Prix. As highlighted in the MAR10 Day celebrations on Nintendo UK's website, this new Grand Prix will take place next month between...
News One Of Switch's Very Best Indies Is Getting Physical 8 Years After Release
Still throwing shapes (and beats)
Back in the heady beforetimes of 2018, we reviewed a little indie game from Berzerk Studio that did exactly what it said on the tin. Just Shapes & Beats, a self-described 'musical bullet hell' , had you manoeuvring a little shape to avoid taking a beating from an environment keyed in to whatever banging chiptune...
News Switch F2P 'The New Denpa Men' Is Getting A Switch 2 Version Next Week
Including visual enhancements, crossplay and more
As we get closer to the Switch 2's first anniversary, more and more developers are starting to release updated versions of existing titles. With this in mind, Genius Sonority has today announced a Switch 2 version of its role-playing title The New Denpa Men. After arriving on the Switch eShop in...
Thursday2nd Apr 2026
Guide Best Space And Sci-Fi Games On Nintendo Switch 1 & 2
The answer to the Ultimate Question
The launch of Artemis II has gotten us excited here at Nintendo Life. For everyone at NL Towers, NASA's latest mission is the first in our lifetime to see humans journey to the moon, and potentially travel further from Earth than anyone has gone before. The astronauts' and global team's inspiring efforts have put...
News The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Is Already Breaking Box Office Records
Wahoo!
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is out now in cinemas, and as expected, it's already breaking box office records. Deadline reports the film has experienced the "best opening day so far this year" in the US - reaching $34 million. This puts it ahead of Project Hail Mary on $33.1 million. Galaxy has also managed to claim the best "opening...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give The Super Mario Galaxy Movie?
Go on, tell us
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is out now, proving that time is indeed going way too fast for our liking – didn't the first one just come out? Regardless, initial reactions are also out in the wild, and with a 42% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it seems pretty clear: this is indeed an Illumination movie. Our own 6/10 review...
News Nintendo Really Wants You To Press Switch 2's GameChat Button
Press the C Button to unlock your NSO reward
We're not joking about this, but just days after Nintendo ended its GameChat "Welcome Offer" promo, it's now running a new "Missions & Rewards" event, encouraging Switch 2 users to make use of the system's voice chat and video features. This "limited time" offer allows you to unlock GameChat themed user...
News Pokémon Home Gets An Alpha-Sized Distribution To Celebrate Legends Z-A Compatibility
Here come the big boys and girls
In case you missed it, Pokémon Home compatibility is now available (or at least rolling out) in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. And not only does that mean you can finally transfer your 'mons from the game and store them, there are also a few rewards to nab — thanks to Serebii for catching
Random Jack Black Jokingly Suggests A Third Mario Movie Will Arrive In 2029
Don't take it too seriously just yet though
With The Super Mario Galaxy Movie already breaking records following its release this week, it seems inevitable that we'll get a third entry at some point in the future (along with multiple spin-offs too, no doubt). Well, in a Cinemax interview with Donald Glover and Jack Black (thanks,
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Is Getting Pokémon HOME Connectivity This Week
Update: Pokémon Home Version 4.0.0 is now live
If you've been wondering when Pokémon Legends: Z-A will be getting connectivity with the storage and trading cloud service app Pokémon Home, we've got some news. The Pokémon Company has officially announced Home on Switch and mobile devices will undergo maintenance at 9:00am JST on 2nd April 2026,...
News Former Nintendo Sales Lead Thinks Switch 2 Price Increase Is "Inevitable"
"There’s just so many outside forces that are kind of forcing their hand"
With the PlayStation 5's price increase going into effect today, lots of us are concerned about the rising cost of video games in general. Xbox has already increased its Series X and S prices, but the Switch 2 has remained static since its launch last year. But, in an...
News 'The Hundred Line' Update 1.2.0 Announced, Here's What's Included
Improvements, bug fixes and more
Too Kyo Games and Marvelous are still showing support for The Hundred Line - Last Defense Academy in 2026 with regular updates, and the latest one has now been announced. It's a relatively small one compared to some of the previous updates, but it does include some notable improvements such as added language support...
News Capcom Jokes About Mega Man In Pragmata With This Impressive Outfit
"April Fools!"
Yesterday, after years of speculation about Pragmata being a secret Mega Man game, Capcom finally linked the two in an April Fool's joke. As you may have already seen, it shows the game's protagonist Hugh dressed up as the Blue Bomber. So, is this new outfit on display just a cruel joke, or is it actually going to be in the game?...
Japanese Charts Pokémon Pokopia Sales Slow, But It's Still On Top
And Mega Man is back in the game
Famitsu is back with the latest look at the boxed charts in Japan, and unsurprisingly, Pokémon Pokopia is still on top by a fair margin. That said, its sales have slowed down a little. If you remember, it managed a whopping 114,515 units last week, but this week it's only managed 48,772. We say "only" like that's a...
PSA The Super Mario Galaxy amiibo Are Finally Out Now
Months after the games hit Switch
Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 launched on the Switch in October 2025, finally freeing the critically-acclaimed sequel from its Wii-shaped prison. Unless you've had them on pre-order, you might have forgotten that a pair of accompanying amiibo figures were also announced alongside the Switch ports, and...
ICYMI Donkey Kong Bananza's Newest DLC Event Is Now Available
Banana powered
Donkey Kong Bananza's Emerald Rush DLC kicked off its third event of 2026 earlier this week, and it features a pair of classic Kongs in statue form that long-time fans will want to grab. 'Unyielding Strength' started on 31st March and runs until 7th April 2026 at 7:59am BST / 8:59am CET / 11:59 PT (6th), giving you a chance to grab...
News Landfall Surprises With Two Indie Hits On Switch 2, Including A Viral Horror Darling
Haste and Content Warning are out now
Landfall Publishing gave us a surprise double-whammy yesterday, 1st April 2026, on the Switch 2 eShop when it dropped two of its games on the digital storefront. One of these we knew about, but the date was up in the air - Content Warning, which has received a release on Switch 2 and Switch 1, was announced...
News Little Nightmares II Is Getting An 'Enhanced Edition' On Switch 2
2 Little, 2 Nightmarish
Following on from the release of both Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition and Little Nightmares III in 2025, the series is back once again with Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition for the Switch 2. Launching on 29th May 2026, the release will boast improved resolution and visual effects, taking full advantage of the...
Nintendo Download 2nd April (North America)
Darwin's Paradox! People of Note! MotionRec!
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 2 eShop - Highlights: Super Meat Boy 3D (Headup...
News Super Animal Royale's Latest Major Update Is Here
The future's bright
Super Animal Royale launched all the way back in 2021, but the dedicated folks over at Pixile Studios are still releasing new updates for the title to this very day. Case in point, the 'Bright Future' update is now available on all platforms, adding in new quests, characters, items, and a whole bunch of community-focused...
Wednesday1st Apr 2026
Movie Review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - A Faithful But Overstuffed Sequel
Good Easter Egg Galaxy
Editor's note: This review is largely spoiler-free, so you won't find any final act reveals or earth-shattering references. However, it does touch on a couple of easter eggs and briefly discusses how characters' relationships have evolved since the first film. If you're sensitive to that information, come back after you've...
Round Up It's April Fools' Day, Here Are The Best Gaming Gags We've Seen (2026)
Fools rushin'
It's April Fools' Day once again, which means today you'll find a big dollop of ridiculous gaming news (fun) mixed in with your usual ridiculous gaming news (price hikes, layoffs, not-fun). So as is customary, we've rounded up our picks of the best gags for your amusement as we kick off April with a smirk. We'll be adding to this...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For April & May 2026
April shower
Spring has sprung in the Northern Hemisphere and with it a bunch of video game bulbs are shooting up, too. Before we get to any of the games, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie hits cinemas on April 1st. In the middle of the month, Nintendo's putting out the next entry in the Tomodachi Life series on Switch 1 and a physical release for the...
Gallery We Weren't Prepared For The Sheer Size Of Yoshi's Popcorn Bucket
Butter that popcorn
Prior to release, apart from the new characters appearing in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, one thing in particular seemed to capture the enthusiasm of NL staff and readers alike: the Yoshi popcorn bucket that cinemas are flogging alongside the film. Featuring Mario's trusty steed rendered as a tin receptacle, he's carrying in...
News Miyamoto Expected "Significant Resistance Internally" To Fox In The Mario Galaxy Movie
"I wanted to see what it would be like"
Shigeru Miyamoto and Illumination's Chris Meledandri are out promoting the new Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and in an interview with Forbes the Star Fox creator has discussed how Fox McCloud ended up in the movie, despite Nintendo's general reticence to mixing its IPs. Miyamoto told Forbes that the pitch to...
News Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream 'Welcome Version' Bug Causes Demo To Crash
Update: Nintendo has resolved this issue in a new patch
[Thu 26th Mar, 2026 14:45 GMT]: Plenty of readers (and beyond) have been enjoying the Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream 'Welcome Version' demo over the past 24 hours. But for some diving in this morning, they've been greeted by a rather unpleasant surprise: a crash. It turns out that Nintendo...
Guide The Super Mario Galaxy Movie: Is There A Post-Credits Scene?
Skip to the end
If you've seen The Super Mario Bros. Movie, then you're probably already aware that it contains not one, but two additional scenes after the credits roll. The question, however, is whether the sequel, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, follows suit with its own post-credits scene. The short answer is yes, so if that will suffice, then...
News Pokémon Pokopia's New Mystery Gift Distribution Is Now Live
Use this code while you can
Pokémon Pokopia only just arrived on the Switch 2, but it's already dishing out plenty of free goodies for trainers to claim. In case you missed it, the latest distribution is now available, allowing you to receive a free Chansey Plant. Here's a look at this large plant, which can also be used to craft a Chansey resting...
News Mario Galaxy Movie Retail Pre-Orders Go Live, Including Steelbook & 'Tin Egg' Edition
No release date yet
Following the lead of The Super Mario Bros. Movie back in 2023 (we hear that did pretty good business), Nintendo and Universal aren't wasting any time getting retail listings for the home release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie live. They're up now, in fact. You've got your typical suite of DVD, Blu-Ray, and 4K Blu-ray releases...
News The Mario Galaxy Movie End Reveal Came Out Of Years-Old Discussions At Nintendo
"we never came to a conclusion"
SPOILERS AHEAD, FOLKS! If you're reading this and haven't watched The Super Mario Galaxy Movie yet, we'd recommend coming back once you have. You have been warned! We'll stick an image here so you don't accidentally scroll down on one of those super long phones... Still here?... You sure?... Okay then! As we...
News Nintendo's 'Summon Character To Fight' Patent Rejected By US Patent Office
The decision is "non-final" but Palworld battle continues
Nintendo has been hit with another blow in its ongoing legal battle with Palworld, as the US Patent Office has rejected its controversial 'summon character and let it fight' Pokémon patent. According to Games Fray's Florian Mueller (via
News Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium Switch Physical Release Announced, Pre-Orders Open Soon
Limited Run offers five cover options in this new release
Last year, as part of its 10th anniversary, physical distributor Limited Run Games announced a new partnership with Capcom. This was followed with a bunch of physical announcements, and in an update, a new physical Switch version of Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium has now been revealed. This...
News "I'm On A Mission" - Miyamoto Wants To Include Pikmin In Any Kind Of Nintendo Product He Can
Somebody get this man a Pikmin
Miyamoto has spoken on many occasions about his love of Pikmin and how there is effectively no restriction on where they can appear. We've seen them pop up in Mario Wonder, on the back of football shirts, and even at Nintendo's theme parks, and their global expansion is set to continue. Speaking to IGN rece
News Miyamoto Isn't So Sure About A Smash Bros. Style Movie
But he'll always give Pikmin the spotlight
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie goes beyond the Mushroom Kingdom and introduces a whole new cast of characters. As we now know, there'll also be some faces that aren't even from this particular Nintendo universe. It's led to discussion once again about a possible "Smash Bros.-style Nintendo Cinematic...
News A Lovely Little Pokémon-Themed Garden Has Opened Up In London, UK
A new Tangrowth
We all need a little bit of lightness in the world at the moment, right? Pokémon Pokopia has been providing a lot of people that on Switch 2, but if you're out and about in London between now and 30th September, there's another way you can get some adorable Pokémon goodness in your life right now. The Pokémon Company...
Guide Is Donkey Kong In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie?
DKO'd
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie contains a lot of characters and a lot of cameos – too many to keep track of on your first watch, that's for sure. Most of the main characters from the original film make a return for its sequel, but someone who was conspicuously absent from pre-release marketing was Donkey Kong. He played a pretty crucial role...
PSA If You Own Goat Simulator 3 On Switch 1, You Get A 70% Discount On Switch 2
Not baaaaaa-d
Goat Simulator 3 is now available on the Switch 2, with all major DLC expansions available for purchase separately, including Multiverse of Nonsense, Baadlands Furry Road, Hocus Pocus Pack, Super Duper Pack, and the newly-announced Buck to the Future Pack. If you happen to already own Goat Simulator 3 on the original Switch, however,...
