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News - September, 2026
Wednesday30th Sep 2026
News Limited Run Announces Lord Of The Rings: War In The North Physical Release, Here's A Look
And so it begins
[Thu 13th Aug, 2026 03:55 BST]: Earlier this week, Aspyr revived The Lord of the Rings: War in the North - Legacy Edition for Switch, Switch 2 and other platforms. If you were hoping for a physical copy of the game, physical distributor Limited Run Games has now confirmed its involvement. Here's the official announcement, with...
News Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert Tickets Are Now Live Across Europe
North American sales go live later today
After being revealed earlier this month, Nintendo has finally shared that tickets for the European leg of the Zelda 40th Anniversary concert will go live tomorrow (30th September). Ticket sales will begin at 12pm BST / 1pm CET for the European shows, which will take place on the following dates: London -...
News Pokémon HOME FireRed & LeafGreen Compatibility Update Arrives Next Week
Mark the date in your calendar, trainers
Last month, The Pokémon Company announced Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen would be linked with the storage subscription service Pokémon HOME in October 2026. In an update, it's now been confirmed maintenance for Pokémon HOME will take place on 7th October 2026. This will coincide with t
News You Can Get The Witcher 3 Remastered For Free On Switch 2, If You Can Borrow A Switch 1 Cart
Toss a cart to your Witcher
CD Projekt Red went all-in on its promise to bring The Witcher III: Wild Hunt - Remastered to all those who owned the base game, digital or otherwise. But it seems we Switch 2 players might be able to get in on the full game for free, if you have the chance to borrow Wild Hunt's Switch 1 cartridge for a moment (thanks to...
Guide When Is Resident Evil (2026 Movie) Coming To Streaming?
Zach Cregger's 2026 adaptation will branch out from cinemas sooner than you think
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil has taken critics by storm - it's already the highest-rated video game movie ever - meaning fans of the series and horror alike should probably give it a watch. For those who can't make it to the cinema, then you'll need to wait until it...
News Star Fox Version 1.2.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The free update takes to the sky with 4-player split-screen
In the September Direct broadcast, Nintendo announced the recent Switch 2 release Star Fox would be receiving a free game update, adding new Battle Mode stages and four-player split-screen action. This update (Version 1.2.0) has now officially been released. Apart from these "added...
Opinion One Of My Favourite Games Is Being Remade, So Why Do I Feel So Down About It?
When you Triton your best but you don't succeed
No, I'm not talking about Ocarina of Time, have no fear. I have never shied away from my love for the Professor Layton series. In the years since the catchily titled Layton's Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy - Deluxe Edition launched on Switch, I have longed for another...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Is Getting A New Switch 2 Physical Release Next Month
Bundled DLC, anyone?
Just as it did with Scarlet and Violet, Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have today announced that Pokémon Legends: Z-A will be getting a new Switch 2 physical release that comes with the DLC bundled in. The new copies will launch on 29th October and contain the full Legends: Z-A base game and its Mega Dimension expansion on...
News Pokémon Pokopia Gets Spooky With A Limited-Time Halloween In-Game Event
Pumpkaboo, I see you
We were quietly hoping that Pokémon Pokopia would have something up its sleeve for Halloween, and what do you know, it does! The Pokémon Company has just announced its next in-game event, which will run from 17th October at 5am until 1st November at 4:59am (local time). This one is expectedly spooky, with Pumpkaboo and...
News This FromSoft-Inspired RPG Is Packed With Retro King's Field Soul
DarkSoul, that is
Has all of that Elden Ring on Switch 2 got you craving some retro FromSoft? And we mean real retro FromSoft, none of your new-fangled Demon's or Dark Souls nonsense, but something more old-school, like King's Field? Well, Queen's Domain might be right up your str
News Acclaimed Vampire Survivors-Inspired Survival Game Hits Switch Next Month
Dig deep
If you're one of many people who got hopelessly addicted to Vampire Survivors, then you might want to keep an eye out for Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, which launches on Switch on 9th October 2026. Developed by Funday Games, DRG: Survivor launched in early access on 14th February 2024 before receiving a full release on Windows and Xbox...
Quiz When Does The Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Launch?
Sept education
September is just about behind us, and after all of those showcases, Directs, and surprise reveals, it feels only right that we wrap things up with a bumper quiz. Below, we're continuing our monthly quiz series with a whopping 14 questions all about the Nintendo news from the last month. We've got questions on news, new releases,...
News Grasshopper Manufacture Parts Ways With NetEase And Goes Independent
"We continue to cherish the amazing relationship our companies built"
Grasshopper Manufacture has announced that it has parted way with parent company NetEase and is now once again an independent developer. NetEase acquired Grasshopper back in 2021, but after a string of acquisitions, the company has since pulled back from its investments, closing...
News Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves Is Getting A Switch 2 Demo In October
Try before you buy
SNK has announced that there will be a demo available for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves on Switch 2 in late October. While the demo is available today on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, SNK has unfortunately not committed to a firm date for the Switch 2 at the time of writing. That said, the game itself launches on 22nd October 2026,...
Tuesday29th Sep 2026
Round Up The First Reviews For The Witcher 3 Remastered Are In
Here's what the critics had to say
Geralt returns this week in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, and if you are an existing owner of this title on the Switch, you can grab it for free. The reviews for this update are also rolling in, and although there aren't many Switch 2 impressions just yet, there are some summaries of what players can...
Random "Motherbrain" Returns As Ubisoft's GenAI Gaming Initiative
Watch out, Samus!
If you thought it was game over for Mother Brain, you might want to keep reading because Ubisoft is reportedly resurrecting the AI antagonist, just not in the way you might have expected. As reported by Stephen Totilo of Game File, "Motherbrain" is actually a trademark and term Ubisoft is now using to refer to its AI projects...
News TMNT: Splintered Fate Shreds Past Another Sales Milestone, Dev Reveals Most-Played Characters
Rockin' roguelike
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate channelled some big Hades energy when it arrived on Switch a couple of years ago, but familiarity is clearly no bad thing, as dev Super Evil Megacorp has today revealed that the game has surpassed a whopping 1.5 million sales. The total accounts for base game sales across all...
News "Let's Aim For Disney" - Sonic Boss Reckons IP Has Only Reached Half Of Its Potential
"we haven’t quite gotten there yet"
Sonic the Hedgehog boss Takashi Iizuka has claimed that the IP has apparently only reached half of its potential. This comes via a new interview with Japanese magazine Continue (thanks, VGC) in which he explains that Sonic hasn't yet reached the heights the development team wanted from the very beginning. In...
Review Mobapad C2 Lite Controller - The Best Budget Pad For Switch 2? Probably
SNESsential
If it’s not obvious by now, Mobapad makes really good controllers. The Chitu2 HD is a remarkable alternative to Nintendo’s own Pro Controller 2, offering the same ‘smooth-gliding’ analogue sticks that really should become industry standard. Similarly, the M12 HD Joy-Con come packed with features in a comfortable form factor,...
News Tales Of Eternia Is Getting A Proper Physical Release On Switch
Just don't expect an upgrade
Bandai Namco is bringing its role-playing game Tales of Eternia Remastered to the Switch and Switch 2 next month, and some more information about the physical release has now been shared. It's apparently a "digital-only" release in the US, according to Nintendo Everything. In case you missed it, there will be physical...
News Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered Switch 2 Performance & Resolution Revealed
"It can handle the same number of characters as other versions"
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered arrives on the Switch 2 this week, and if you're wondering how the Nintendo version will perform, some new details have surfaced. Speaking to Nintendo Everything, Omega Force's producer Tomohiko Sho revealed the development team "adjusted...
News More Nintendo LEGO Sets Are Being Retired This Year
Along with other gaming sets
It's a natural part of LEGO's lifecycle, but it's always sad to see it happen; a good few Nintendo-themed LEGO sets are being retired this year. Just like we've previously seen with the wonderful Super Mario World Mario & Yoshi and Great Deku Tree sets, a bunch of other builds will be hitting the hay before 2026 is up...
News Castlevania Is Also Getting A 40th Anniversary Concert Tour Next Year
Budge over, Zelda
If next year's Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert tour wasn't enough musical mayhem for you, Konami has announced that it's also doing one for the Castlevania series. Castlevania 40th Anniversary: An Orchestral Concert promises an "epic concert event celebrating 40 years of vampire hunting, monster slaying, and musical excellence,"...
Monday28th Sep 2026
Guide Best Fire Emblem Games Of All Time
Updated with Fortune's Weave
Fortune's Weave has been out in the wild for a couple of weekends now, so having asked Nintendo Life readers how they'd rate it, let's take a look at where it has landed on our updated ranking of all the Fire Emblems. Enjoy! It might have taken a while for Nintendo's premier SRPG series to find its feet in the West,...
PSA The Witcher 3 Remastered File Size And Release Time Confirmed, Separate Purchase Required
No automatic upgrades here
The Witcher III: Wild Hunt - Remastered is right around the corner, launching on Switch 2 on 29th September 2026 (yes, that's tomorrow at the time of writing). Many of you already own the original Switch release, so the good news is that this new version is completely free for you. However, unlike PS5 and Xbox Series X|S,...
Video The Witcher 3 Remastered Side-By-Side Comparison, Switch Vs. Switch 2
Ciriously
Somehow, The Witcher III: Wild Hunt returned. CD Projekt Red surprised us all earlier this summer with the announcement that it was bringing the beloved RPG to Switch 2, complete with all of its DLC (even the new stuff) and tasty remastered visuals to boot. The game launches this week on 29th September, and to make sure that everyone is...
Feature Okay, Let's Talk About The New Resident Evil Movie
5/5 STARRRRRS
This write-up contains FULL SPOILERS for the new Resident Evil movie, including its ending. If you don't want to find out what happens, come back later after you've seen it for yourself. I’m a little late to the party with this, but I finally saw Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil over the weekend. Despite Capcom’s survival horror...
News The Switch 2 Console Is Currently Cheaper Than Ever In The UK
Update: Amazon UK discounts the Switch 2
Earlier this year, Nintendo increased the price of the Switch 2 across multiple regions, including the UK. While the console launched at £395.99 back in June 2025, its price was raised to £419.99 thanks to global component shortages. Right now, however, you can pick up a Switch 2 for £354.99 from either...
Phr33 st00f pl0x
A few years ago when I tried Old School RuneScape for the first time, I spent hours puttering around the starting area taking on basic quests, chopping down trees, and slaying goblins in the surrounding wilds. After each lengthy session, I would exit the game, lean back in my chair with a contented smile, and realise that I had...
Japanese Charts Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Shifts Over 120,000 Physical Copies
Red hot debut
Famitsu has provided the latest look at the physical charts from Japan (albeit a little later than usual) and it's Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave that comes out on top this time with a total of 127,131 sales. A fine start for the latest entry in Nintendo's tactical RPG series! There are quite a few new entries this week, actually...
UK Charts Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Drops To Number 8 As FC 27 Tops The Podium
Fooseball? You playin' the fooseball?!
The latest UK charts data is in, and with the release of EA Sports FC 27 on 25th September, it's no surprise to find the football sim makes its debut at number one. PS5 has comfortably outpaced the other consoles in terms of sales, with Switch and Switch 2 making up 8% and 5% respectively. Fire Emblem:...
News Pokémon Cards Are Seemingly Returning To McDonald's Happy Meals Soon
Rowlett McDowlett
Brace yourselves, folks, because it looks like Pokémon cards will soon be returning to McDonald's Happy Meals in the US, and that has spelt trouble in the past (thanks for the heads up, IGN). As reported by PokéBeach, a new set of TCG tie-ins will be available from the Big M between 5th November and 9th December, with 15 cards...
Guide When Does Fortnitemares 2026 Start In Fortnite?
The event isn't just Five Nights at Freddy's
Fortnitemares is an annual Halloween-themed event in Fortnite. This year's event is perhaps the most anticipated yet due to one particular collab, the long-awaited arrival of Five Nights at Freddy's, which appears to have a significant role to play. Otherwise, there's some confirmation of other spooky...
Sunday27th Sep 2026
Opinion I Played Mario Kart Tour Every Day For Seven Years, And What Am I Left With?
Chequered flag
On 24th September 2019, Nintendo launched Mario Kart Tour for mobile devices. This was Mario’s second outing in mobile gaming, following 2016’s Super Mario Run, which had an impressive initial reception but seemingly failed to generate much revenue (compared with other big mobile games, including Nintendo’s own Fire Emblem...
Poll So, How Many Hours Have You Spent In Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave?
Only a handful of players have shared their completion times
RPGs often require players to invest a lot of their time, and the Switch 2 exclusive Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is no different. In fact, the newest chapter in Intelligent Systems' tactical turn-based series is apparently so big that even a week after this title's release, the website...
ICYMI Here's A Look At The Rayman Legends Retold Launch Edition
Just don't expect a proper game card
Rayman is back this December in Rayman Legends Retold, and in case you missed it, the launch edition includes some extra goodies. For $39.99, or your regional equivalent, you'll get a printed "Glade of Dreams" map, three lithographs and an exclusive slip case... and, if you missed it, Rayman Origins: Enhanced...
Voidco
With the price of consoles, controllers, games, groceries — everything — shooting up over the last few years, you're likely keen to save pennies where you can. It's one thing to push the boat out for a new Switch 2, but add-ons and accessories can stretch budgets to breaking point. Is a $90 / £75 Pro Controller 2 really an essential...
Feature Box Art Brawl - Duel: Dragon Quest II (NES)
The quest continues
Strap in, because it's time for another edition of Box Art Brawl! Last time, we put the GameCube curio Cubivore: Survival of the Fittest into the ring, with a 1v1 match-up between North America and Japan. While the latter put up a pretty good fight, it was NA that walked away with 63% of the vote and the win. This week, as the...
Saturday26th Sep 2026
Guide Best Castlevania Games, Ranked - Switch & Nintendo Consoles
Far from a miserable pile
The Castlevania series has a rich history on Nintendo consoles ever since the original game came first to the Japanese Famicom Disk System way back in 1986, and then to the NES a year later. There may be a significant release or two from Konami's vampire-killing catalogue still missing from Nintendo platforms (we're looking...
Here's another look at Ganondorf
Nintendo has already released a trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, but if you are hungry for more footage, it's now shared an extended clip focused on Ganondorf. This video has been uploaded on the Nintendo Today! mobile app, and shows Link's encounter with him. Nintendo has also shared comparison...
Sunday27th Sep 2026
News Surprise! Minecraft Is Getting Its First New Dimension In Over 14 Years
Introducing The Sift!
The Minecraft Live - September 2026 show just wrapped, and it's been revealed the "first new dimension in over 14 years" is joining the Overworld, the Nether, and the End as the fourth dimension in the game. The Sift was previously revealed for Minecraft Dungeons II, and Mojang has now confirmed it will be coming to Minecraft...
Saturday26th Sep 2026
"I absolutely love Luigi's Mansion!"
We've all experienced a game-induced argument over the years, and for most of us here at Nintendo Life Towers, Ghost Town Games is to thank. This is the developer that brought us Overcooked and subsequently awakened a Michelin-star chef in each of us, barking out orders at our friends and significant others as...
Video Digital Foundry Delivers Its Tech Analysis Of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
Fire Emblem's dedicated Switch 2 release is here
Intelligent Systems' turn-based tactical RPG Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave launched on Switch 2 last week and Digital Foundry has now taken a quick look at how it performs on Nintendo's new hybrid system. The new entry runs at a "locked" 30fps. Although this falls short of other first-party titles on...
Countdown Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Dungeon Crawl #2 - A Sophomore Slump?
Cavern club
We are one week closer to the 5th November launch of Ocarina of Time on Switch 2, so that means it's time for my second replay catch-up. For those who missed my adventures Inside the Great Deku Tree last week, I'm replaying the original OoT, one dungeon each week, in the run-up to launch. This time, it's Death Mountain's turn. Once...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (26th September)
Hyrule beckons
Well folks, you made it through another week – well done! It's felt like a bit of a heavy one, with some world leaders shouting at each other, others hosting absurdly lavish dinner parties, and lots more discourse around AI, as always. Good job we've got games, eh? This week, rumours surrounding a re-release of Pokémon Ruby and...
Anniversary Castlevania Changed The Shape Of Gaming 40 Years Ago
What is a man?!
Gaming franchises really don't get much more iconic than Castlevania. First launched as Akumajō Dracula for the humble NES on 26th September 1986, the series has now turned 40 years old. And despite a few ups and downs (it really felt like it was dead and buried for a while there, huh?), it seems Konami is once again determined to...
Friday25th Sep 2026
News Reddit Mod Ordered To Cough Up $4,500,000 To Nintendo In Long-Running Switch Piracy Case
Update: The 'Archbox' case finally comes to a close
Back in July, Nintendo dished out a handful of lawsuits in its continued clampdown on Switch piracy. Four months on, one of these legal claims has come back as another win for Nintendo after the defendant failed to plead or otherwise respond within the court's given time. The case in question was...
News Ubisoft Switch eShop Sale Now Live, Up To 90% Off
Assassin's Creed Shadows! Mario & Rabbids! Rayman!
Ubisoft has launched a new 40th anniversary sale on the eShop, discounting a bunch of games across Switch 1 and 2. These are some pretty heavy discounts too (including a whopping 90% off the Mario and Rabbids titles!), so if you're missing any of the games listed from your library, or you simply...
Guys will see this and just think "hell yeah"
In 2018, Blizzard launched Diablo III: Eternal Collection on Switch, which marked the publisher’s first release on Nintendo hardware since the N64 and the debut of the legendary franchise for Nintendo’s audience. That port was an impressive feat back then, and Blizzard has now decided to one-up it...
News Unicorn Overlord Director's Upcoming Action RPG Looks Expectedly Beautiful
2028 can't come soon enough
Unicorn Overlord was one of our very favourite games of 2024, so you can imagine our excitement this morning when we found out that the game's director and former Vanillaware dev, Takafumi Noma, has unveiled his next project, and it looks expectedly stunning. Dawngazer is an action RPG from Noma's new fantasy-based...
Saturday26th Sep 2026
News Hell Is Us Shifts Switch 2 Launch Due To "Very Busy" September Release Window
Update: Delayed again, arriving alongside "major update"
[Fri 10th Jul, 2026 07:30 BST]: Nacon's upcoming Switch 2 game Hell Is Us, which has received "very positive" ratings on platforms like Steam and was praised by our colleagues at Push Square as a "must-play" for fans of lore-filled mystery, is shifting its release date by two weeks. Although...
Friday25th Sep 2026
News Nintendo Reportedly Rejected A Ubisoft Zelda Spin-Off Starring Ganondorf
What if?
A new "exclusive" report from Insider Gaming's Tom Henderson has supposedly lifted the lid on a Ubisoft Zelda project that never saw the light of day. The story, which is based on "reporting conducted over more than 18 months" and has been "independently corroborated", claims Ubisoft Milan (the Mario + Rabbids studio) pitched a Zelda...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave?
Are you not entertained?
The latest entry in Intelligent Systems' strategy RPG series hit Switch 2 last week, and it's a big one. With five protagonists, you'll easily be hitting a triple-digit hour count if you want to see absolutely everything Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave has to offer. That said, after a week with it, launch-day fans have been...
News "So Long, Sweet Prince" - Ubisoft's Rogue Prince Of Persia Game Rolls Out Its Final Update
Developer Evil Empire says it's been "one hell of a run"
If you haven't already had enough news related to Ubisoft for one day, here's a story tied to the Prince of Persia series. Following a free "first anniversary" update for Rogue Prince of Persia last week, developer Evil Empire has now revealed this was actually
Rumour New Leak Suggests Professor Layton And Phoenix Wright's 3DS Crossover Is Returning
"Every puzzle has an answer"
Phoenix Wright celebrates his 25th anniversary next month, and Professor Layton is also returning in a new outing later this year. On top of this, rumours about the 3DS title Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney getting a modern release are now doing the rounds online. This stems from a
News Square Enix Shows Off Exclusive Sleeve For Dragon Quest XI S On Switch 2
Available with the "packaged version" in Japan
DRAGON QUEST XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition is an amazing game, but Square Enix's Switch 2 version has admittedly fallen short of fan expectations. For existing Switch owners, there's no upgrade path, and save data is not compatible between the Switch and Switch 2 versions...
News Four Years After Release, Splatoon 3's Player Numbers Are On The Up In 2026
A Raiders resurgence
It has been quite a big year for Splatoon, and the player numbers for the latest mainline entry apparently show it, even though it has been on the market for four years now. That's according to Splatoon 3 director Seita Inoue, who, in a new interview with Famitsu (translated by Nintendo Everything), said that things have been...
News Soulslike 'Fountains' Gets A Free Switch 2 Upgrade Pack One Week After Launch
120fps + an exclusive "Gauntlet Mode"
We're into the final week of September and the video games have been coming so thick and fast that it's hard to keep up. One such game — indie Soulslike Fountains — released just last week on 17th September, although perhaps missing out on day one wasn't such a bad thing in this case: a free Nintendo Switch...
Expect "incremental" changes going forward
Last week, the RuneScape team Jagex released its new open-world survival game RuneScape: Dragonwilds on Switch 2. We reported earlier this week how many players were experiencing blurry visuals with this version of the game, and the British developer has now acknowledged these problems in a lengthy message...
News Splatoon 3's Splatfests Return Next Month With Another Spooky Showdown
Trick or treat, Squidlings?
Believe it or not, Halloween is almost upon us. As has become something of a yearly tradition, Nintendo is marking the occasion with another Splatfest in Splatoon 3. That's right, Splatoween is back, baby. It's another recycled theme this year, with the event asking "What would you be in a fantasy world?" Teams Wizard,...
Thursday24th Sep 2026
Well, at least it looks a little nicer
Believe it or not, Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age was the first title ever announced for the original Switch, back when it was only known publicly as the mysterious 'NX' project. When it came out in 2019, it quickly asserted itself both as one of the finest RPGs on the system and as further proof of...
News One Of The Switch's Most Underrated Gems Is Now Free For Switch Online Users
But only until 30th Sep
Nintendo has announced that Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is the latest title to receive a free trial for Switch Online subscribers. Available in both North America and Europe, you can download the full game from the eShop at no extra cost, with availability lasting until 30th September 2026. Save data will also be...
News Metroid Ravenous Announcement Sees Demand For Physical Copies Of Metroid Dread Spike
Sealed copies are selling for "well above" the $100 mark
Samus' side-scrolling adventures are set to continue in 2027 with the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive Metroid Ravenous. Ahead of the anticipated return of the legendary bounty hunter, there's reportedly been an increase in Metroid Dread sales. This has not only led to the 2021 Switch title...
News 1080° Snowboarding Had "A Ton Of Questionable Stuff" Removed, Says Veteran Nintendo Producer
See, now we want to know more
1080° Snowboarding is one of the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed N64 titles, bringing gorgeous visuals, realistic gameplay, and some kick-ass music to the console, making it one of the coolest titles around at the time. In an interview with Hyrule Interviews, however, veteran Nintendo producer...
Rumour Zelda Movie Rumblings Suggest A First Trailer Might Be Around The Corner
Or is it just wishful thinking?
Remember that slightly strange Zelda movie mention in the series' recent 40th Anniversary Direct, where Miyamoto confirmed the shocking news that the film will be titled... 'The Legend of Zelda'? We were all expecting something more, right? Some kind of teaser or perhaps a full-blown trailer? Well, the rumour mill has...
News Xbox Is Reportedly Expected To Fall Short Of 3,200 Layoffs
Damage control
Earlier this week, Xbox announced it would be continuing its "reset" with more eliminations across its gaming division. The latest round of layoffs has impacted multiple developers and also led to organisational restructures, with a bunch of developers now reporting directly to companies such as Activision and Bethesda. According to...
Nintendo Download 24th September (North America) - Plus 3 Games Worth Picking Up On Sale
TOEM 2! Garfield! Mr. Do!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing 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! Switch 2 eShop - Highlights: EA SPORTS FC 27 (Electronic Arts, 25th Sep, $69.99) –...
News Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Updated To Ver. 1.1.1, Here Are The Patch Notes
Just a little update
Earlier this month, a major Switch 2 firmware update added VRR output to docked mode. This included an update to the game Welcome Tour, which now allows players to experience the "VRR Slider Demo" in TV mode. Now, following this patch for Welcome Tour, Nintendo has released another update for the same game. Unfortunately, this...
Hands On Viture Pro 2 XR Glasses - Big-Screen On A Budget
(If you consider $300 glasses to be cheap, that is...)
While many people were confident that XR glasses were nothing but a fad, the market for this tech appears to have grown over the past couple of years, and it's not hard to see why. These glasses are now lightweight enough to wear comfortably, and the tiny screens inside are sharp and bright,...
Random Phoenix Wright Is Kind Of Getting A New Game, But It's VR
There might be some objections to this...
It might be hard to believe, but Phoenix Wright celebrates his 25th anniversary next month, and while he hasn't reached his birthday just yet, it seems Capcom is already ramping up the celebrations. While it's not exactly what fans of the Ace Attorney series have been calling for (or probably expecting),...
News Pokémon TCG Pocket's Next Expansion Has A Guaranteed Rare In Every Pack
Too Ex-y for my shirt
It's the penultimate week of the month, so The Pokémon Company has rolled out the red carpet for the next expansion coming to TCG Pocket. The 'Deluxe Pack: Mega' set will be the latest to join the fray, launching on 30th September (or 29th in select time zones). Like the 'Deluxe' release before it, this collection will...
Book Review Aliens: The Video Games - A Detailed Dive Into Xeno Adaptations
I admire its purity
It’s easy to forget just how many Aliens games have been made over the years. You’d be forgiven for wondering whether there are actually enough to warrant an entire book, but at 176 pages, Mike Diver’s Aliens: The Video Games covers just about everything, from an unlicensed 1981 Commodore PET title right up to the...
Wednesday23rd Sep 2026
It wasn't prepared for the demand...
We've heard in recent weeks about the "limited edition" 40th Zelda collection (comprised of hardware and accessories) selling out at select locations around the globe. Now, more retailers and online stores are supposedly running out of copies of the actual game. Demand exceeding supply isn't exactly uncommon in...
Review EA Sports FC 27 (Switch 2) - Still The Best Football Option, Even With Caveats
Zidane and shurrup, EA FC's back
If you’ve been following the Odyssey-like epic (Homer’s, that is, not Mario’s or Abe’s) that is EA FC’s relationship with Nintendo consoles, you’ll know that we’ve been out of the rut for a few years now. After it emerged that the Switch version of FIFA 18 was essentially an updated port of FIFA 13,...
Opinion I Think I'm Missing Something About Stellar Blade On Switch 2
Not quite landing
I’ve been hearing a lot of hype around Stellar Blade - that is when fans haven’t been lamenting the sequel’s awful AI music video the creators decided was a good idea. I’d heard it was Bayonetta meets Dark Souls, with flashy, acrobatic movement, and carefully cons
PSA Sorry, Argos' Deep Discounts On Some Top-Tier Switch 2 Games Sold Out Like Hot Cakes
Blink and you'll miss it
Big discounts on quality physical titles are such a rarity these days that, much like us, you may have got a little excited this morning if you clocked that Argos had delivered deep discounts on some of Switch 2's best games. Alas, we should have known that it was too good to be true, as the savings were swiftly snapped up...
News Tiny Violins At The Ready, Pokémon Scalpers Are Upset About New Expansion's Profitability
Boo hoo
The Pokémon Trading Card Game 30th Anniversary expansion launched last week on 16th September, and the release was expectedly messy. Launch day saw lengthy queues outside stores in the early hours of the morning, cancelled and delayed pre-orders, and, most infuriating of all, select individuals sitting on huge hoards of stock, preventing...
News THQ Nordic Is Treating Existing Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Owners To A Free Upgrade On Switch 2
Epic news
If you're planning to revisit Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed when it launches for the Switch 2 next month and happen to be an existing owner of this title on the original Switch, THQ Nordic has shared some welcome news. In an official FAQ for the game, the company says Switch 1 owners will get the Switch 2 upgrade for free. So if you...
Poll Who's Your Favourite Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Character?
Cai on the prize
If you have been playing Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave this past week, then I'm sure you have already started stewing a favourites list for the four main heroes. Be it their dazzling combat abilities or dashing good looks, these Flame Lords each cut a rather different figure, with enough gameplay variety that each of them is bound...
News Rayman Legends Retold Overview Trailer Banishes Any Lingering Doubts
Rad, man
Ubisoft has published a new overview trailer for Rayman Legends Retold ahead of its launch on 3rd December 2026. Honestly, we've been questioning why this game needed to be made in the first place – Rayman Legends: Definitive Edition is still available on Switch, and it's still great – but this latest release has completely banished...
News Trover Saves The Universe Has Completely Vanished From The Switch eShop
In the words of Trover: "Are you f***ing serious?"
Multiple games have already been delisted from the eShop in 2026, and the latest one to reportedly go missing is the comedy adventure Trover Saves The Universe. Developer Squanch Games (also known for High On Life), founded by Rick & Morty co-creator Justin Roiland, has apparently shared no notice...
Thursday24th Sep 2026
News Stellar Blade's Switch 2 Release Will Include A Frame Generation Toggle
Shift Up has been listening to feedback
In case you missed it, a few upcoming Switch 2 releases will experiment with frame generation to help lift the action to 60fps. For Dragon's Dogma 2, the game's producer recently revealed there would be a toggle option to turn this feature on or off. Stellar Blade is the other game making use of it, but it...
Wednesday23rd Sep 2026
35 years of speed and counting
As we heard in a recent story, there have been "good times, and there have been bad times" for the blue blur, and right now Sonic the Hedgehog's future seems rather bright with another live-action movie on the horizon and more video games guaranteed to follow. Of course, a bit like Nintendo and
News Bayonetta 4 When? Stellar Blade Director Confesses His Love For The Umbra Witch
Can you blame him?
In what's arguably a match made in heaven, Stellar Blade recently announced a crossover with Bayonetta, where Eve will be getting outfits directly inspired by the famous Umbra Witch. In a new Famitsu interview recently, Stellar Blade's director Kim Hyung-tae has now confessed his love for Bayonetta, stating it's one of his...
Tuesday22nd Sep 2026
Guide Where To Pre-Order The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time & Zelda Nintendo Switch 2 Console
Update: Stock available via Smyths (UK)
Nintendo lifted the lid on its Ocarina of Time remake in its September 2026 Direct, revealing a stunningly detailed reimagining of the N64 classic. It's scheduled to launch on 5th November, with special Zelda-themed Switch 2 hardware and accessories arriving earlier, on 29th October. In this guide, we've...
News Nintendo Shares First Look At Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 World Map
See how it compares to the original game
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is getting a fancy new makeover on the Switch 2 this November, and in case you missed it, Nintendo recently shared artwork of the game's world map on its social media pages. This classic fantasy-style map includes all the major landmarks you may already be familiar with...
News Nintendo Is Doing Its Best To Make Sure Switch Overtakes PS2
A deal? A succulent Switch deal?
What's this? A console doing down in price? What madness is this? Yes, in an apparent effort to shift its remaining stock in Europe, Nintendo is selling a Switch and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle for a discounted price of €199.99. It's due for release on 29th October 2026. As a reminder, Nintendo is discontinuing...
Bane teaser
Ever since I wrapped up LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, I have been waiting to see what franchise TT Games would turn to next. The brick-built blockbuster from a galaxy far, far away felt like the series' most meaningful regeneration since the dev decided to fold multiple films into one release in The Original Trilogy, and I wanted...
News Want More Lord Of The Rings On Switch 2? Cool, Two Ports Are Launching Next Week
In the land of Mordor, where the Switch games lie
Aspyr is back with not one, but two new Switch 2 ports from the Lord of the Rings franchise. Launching on 30th September 2026, Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor Game of the Year Edition and Middle Earth: Shadow of War Definitive Edition will be available individually or as part of the Middle-Earth:...
News Nintendo's Zelda Quiz Error Apology Has Led To... Yet Another Error
Wrong Wrong Ranch
It's difficult to remember last week's Zelda Direct without having your mind clouded by that sweet Ocarina of Time footage, but you might recall that Nintendo announced a couple of new Nintendo Today features before the main event. Much like with the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the app is dishing out daily virtual trading cards to...
News Banjo-Kazooie Developer Rare Is Now Reporting Directly To Activision
More big changes at Xbox
More big news is coming out of Xbox this week as the company looks to continue its reset. There are a few things to go through here, but the headline for us is that Xbox is looking to leverage its purchase of Activision and consolidate more power into the subsidiary. So that means that several teams, including Halo Studios,...
News Pokémon TCG Scalper Reportedly Arrested For Punching A Man In Latest Pathetic Incident
This has to stop
Scalping in the Pokémon TCG world became a big problem a long time ago, but it seems to be getting out of control at the moment. The latest incident, shared via a viral video posted by POKESTREETZ OFFICIAL (thanks, IGN), shows an individual apparently punching another man, subsequently resulting in a four-year-old girl being hurt...
Microsoft's reset of its gaming division continues
Some big industry news about Xbox is expected to drop this week, according to a new "exclusive" from The Information. Just months after Microsoft's game division confirmed over 3,000 job cuts, eliminating approximately 1,600 positions at the time, wave two is now expected to take place, potentially...
Talking Point How Do You Feel About Series-Branded Consoles?
Tri hard
It took Nintendo a little under a year and a half to reveal its first special edition Switch 2, and what do you know, it's a Zelda-branded one. To celebrate the series' 40th anniversary, we're getting a special Triforce-emblazoned system, complete with patterned green and black Joy-Con and a swanky gold dock. We got all of the natural...
"The biggest milestone for me was the first movie"
We all know Sonic has gone through some highs and lows over the years, but according to head honcho Takashi Iizuka, Sega had gotten to the point where it wanted to cancel the entire franchise. As reported by One More Game (thanks, Time Extension), this came prior to the first movie's release in...
News RuneScape: Dragonwilds Rolls Out Its First Update For Switch 2 Adventurers
Jagex confirms it's working on more fixes
The new open-world survival game RuneScape: Dragonwilds (based on the popular MMORPG) arrived on the Switch 2 last week, and according to some player reports, it's not in the best state at launch. Thankfully, the team at Jagex is already on the case and has rolled out a new patch for the Nintendo version,...
News Final Fantasy VII Revelation Includes Auto Level-Up Option For Players Who Skip Side Quests
Hamaguchi says it's a response to player feedback
If you don't want to do all the side content in the upcoming ARPG Final Fantasy VII Revelation, it seems there'll be a way to streamline the third and final chapter. During an interview with IGN Japan at the Tokyo Game Show, game director Naoki Hamaguchi has reportedly revealed an "automatic...
News Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire HD Footage Reignites Rumours About Switch Ports
FireRed & LeafGreen released on the eShop in February
The Pokémon Company has already revived FireRed & LeafGreen for the Switch this year, and now rumours about Ruby & Sapphire making a return have reportedly been reignited. As highlighted by Kotaku, an official Japanese Pokémon account on social media,
Monday21st Sep 2026
Gallery Here's What The Zelda Switch 2 And Electric Ocarina Look Like In Person
Trinkets of Time
Nintendo is going all-out for its upcoming release of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on 5th November 2026. The big headliner, of course, is the release of a 40th anniversary-themed Zelda console, which hits shelves a little earlier on 29th October 2026. Then, we're getting two different physical Ocarina SKUs: a standard instrument from...
News Oblivion Remastered Update Seems To Have Borked The Visuals
Blurred lines
Bethesda recently released an update for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered for the Switch 2, adding in a bunch of fixes for numerous crashes and other weird little glitches. The problem, however, is that the update seems to have made the visuals noticeably worse. Reports starting trickling in on Reddit, with users stating that...
UK Charts Fire Emblem Lights Up The Podium, But It Can't Claw Past Sony's Latest
Claws for thought
Both Nintendo and Sony got in on the new release fun last week, and with our latest look at the UK charts now in, it's time to see which came out on top. Alas, if the headline wasn't enough of a giveaway, it was Marvel's Wolverine that clawed its way to victory and landed in the top spot for its debut week. This put Fire Emblem:...
News Ball x Pit's Next DLC Arrives This November, And It's Huge
Going up?
Just when we thought we were out of BALL x PIT's grip, developer Kenny Sun finds a way to drag us back in. Devolver Digital has shared a first look at the game's upcoming 'Risen Ballbylon' DLC, and it looks huge. We're talking four new battlefields and bosses, eight new characters, 24 new balls, and 20 new buildings to expand your town...
"We're definitely getting close to the final phase"
Just last week, we received the perhaps unsurprising news that 007 First Light was going to be delayed on Switch 2. Again. That 'Summer 2026' window has been pushed to March 2027, and in light of the new release date, developer IO Interactive has spoken about its reasoning for the rescheduling. In...
Feature Indie Games Survey 2026
Indie Know
If you're reading this, then you've already taken the first step to getting involved with our Indies Games Survey for 2026. Completing this survey will help us get to know you – our audience – better, and this in turn will help to shape and evolve the site in a way that directly benefits you. Don't click off the page yet! We've...
News Pikachu Spent 67 Days In Space As Part Of Pokémon X ESA Collaboration
Pika! (Translation: "So connected to love")
The Pokémon Company and European Space Agency (ESA) have announced a new collaboration to celebrate World Space Week (4th -10th October). As part of the collab, a special Pikachu plush was sent up to the International Space Station for a total of 67 days, from 11th April to 27th June 2026, completing...
Sunday20th Sep 2026
News Multiple Switch Games Receive Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes
Following a major firmware update
The Switch 2 is now more than a year old and during this time Nintendo as continued to roll out firmware and compatibility updates. Following a major system update earlier this month, adding support for VRR in docked mode, a new list of Switch titles have reportedly received backward compatibility fixes. Here's the...
News Stellar Blade Gets A Switch 2 eShop Demo Today
New Bayonetta collab trailer also released
If you've been eager to get your hands on the Switch 2 version of Stellar Blade, a demo is now available to download on the eShop. Along with this, Shift Up has also published a new trailer, showing off the recently announced Bayonetta collaboration. This will be free when the game is released on Switch 2...
News Konami Releasing Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Demo Next Month
Save data will carry over
Konami is reviving the Castlevania series next month with the release of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse on the Switch. If you want to try it out before its launch, Konami has revealed players will be able to download a demo version of the title on 1st October 2026. It will allow you to experience the "early stages of the...
News Splatoon Raiders Dev Team Apparently Has No Plans For DLC
Or updates related to game balance
If you've been wondering about Splatoon Raiders getting any DLC in the future, there's supposedly nothing on the menu right now. Speaking to Famitsu recently, the game's producer Seita Inoue says there are currently no plans for DLC, or updates related to game balance, as this title is designed to be a complete...
The full game launches next month
Another demo is en route to the Switch 2, with Koei Tecmo today announcing fans of the Dynasty Warriors series will be able to try out Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition before its official release. The demo for this "thrilling" tactical action is arriving next week on 24th September 2026, with the full game...
Feature Box Art Brawl - Duel: Cubivore: Survival Of The Fittest
Remember this one?
Hello folks, and welcome back to another edition of Box Art Brawl! Last week, our resident Layton fanatic put Spectre's Call under the microscope, pitting Europe against North America and Japan. The latter two nabbed the trophy this time, gaining 66% of the vote. Well done! This week, we're going back to 2002 to check out a bit...
Mailbox Wordcrafting, Backtracking, One-Handed Titles - Nintendo Life Letters
Issue #40 - September 2026
Welcome back as once again we delve into the treasures contained within the Nintendo Life Mailbox. September's been a busy one, with more games hitting the eShop than you can shake a Deku Stick at, and a deluge of news across two Nintendo Directs in as many days. Lovely stuff. Now, though, it's time for our monthly...
Saturday19th Sep 2026
News Nintendo Appears To Have Updated The Super Mario Logo
40 years and counting
Following the recent conclusion of the Super Mario 40th anniversary, Nintendo has reportedly updated the series' logo and also released some new renders. At a glance, you might not notice it, but if you look a little closer, you can see the logo has been given a 3D makeover. You can see this logo when you visit the official...
Round Up The Switch 2 Games We Played At TGS From 2026's Shoo-In 'Publisher Of The Year'
Resident Mega Dogma Wilds
TGS 2026 is in full swing right now, and we've been able to go hands-on with a bunch of upcoming Switch 2 games, including a selection from every outlet's Publisher of the Year*. The show is running from Thursday 17th to Monday 21st September (although an approaching typhoon has led the organisers to cancel the final day...
News Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Is Getting A Manga Series, Here's The Key Art
Update: You can now read the prologue chapter on Nintendo Today!
[Thu 6th Aug, 2026 03:15 BST]: Alongside other Direct news this week, Nintendo has announced Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave will be getting its own manga adaptation. This announcement was shared on the official Fire Emblem social media account and at the very end of the Japanese Fire...
News Monster Hunter World Probably Won't Be Coming To Switch 2
"We’d have to completely remake the game"
Capcom is bringing the new entry in the Monster Hunter series to the Switch 2 later this year, but some fans have also been calling for Monster Hunter World. During the Switch generation, Capcom released Monster Hunter Rise (and other Monster Hunter titles) on Nintendo's hardware, but World was only...
News Dragon's Dogma 2 On Switch 2 Uses Frame Generation
Allowing you to experience the "equivalent" of 60fps
Capcom has shown ongoing support for the Switch 2 since it launched last June, and the next game it's releasing is Dragon's Dogma 2 in October. In an interview with Japanese outlet Famitsu recently, the game's producer Naoto Oyama has revealed some performance details about this version of the...
Download it now
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered debuted on the Switch 2 in August and Bethesda has now released and update for the RPG. It comes loaded with a bunch of fixes, so if you've encountered any of these problems, they should no longer be an issue as of Patch 1.1. Here's the full rundown via The Elder Scrolls website: The Elder...
Countdown Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Dungeon Crawl #1 - A Tree-mendous Introduction
Back to the roots
There are just nine weeks to go before The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time arrives on Switch 2, and you better believe that the countdown has well and truly started for me. While scanning the calendar earlier this week, it suddenly dawned on me that the time left until launch poses the perfect amount of time for a replay: nine...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (19th September)
That's Fire, bro
Happy weekend, citizens of Dagsion! This week might have felt a little quiet after the double-Direct blowout of the last, but we still got a new first-party launch, some news from Capcom out of Tokyo Games Show, and Nintendo satiated our need for that electronic Ocarina by finally putting the damn thing up for pre-order. The big...
Friday18th Sep 2026
News Level-5 Is Really Starting To Panic Amidst Increasing AI Backlash
"We deeply apologize for causing distrust"
Developer Level-5 has issued another statement in the wake of increasing backlash against its stance and use of generative AI. Essentially, it sounds like the company is really starting to panic at this point, and has made attempts to explain anomalies found within its trailers and presentations. It's also...
News Disaster! 'Very' Cancels Loads Of Metroid Ravenous Special Edition Pre-Orders
Metroid Scandalous
Well, this isn't good. Reports have been coming in that retailer Very has cancelled a bunch of pre-orders for Metroid Ravenous Special Edition, priced at £99.99. We've had a few folks reach out to confirm this, and indeed, the same has happened to at least one of us here too. A quick search online indicates that a significant...
News Monster Hunter Wilds Switch 2 Performance And Resolution Confirmed
Sounds okay, but...
Capcom has confirmed the expected resolution and performance for Monster Hunter Wilds on the Switch 2. Overall, it sounds okay. You're looking at a 30fps frame rate target, with two resolution options available for docked mode: Prioritise Resolution and Prioritise Frame Rate. Now, the question we have here is that if we're...
Could-o Woodo should-o
Woodo is like a cosy colouring book – that’s how three-person indie studio Tiny Monks Tales characterises its game. You have the outline of a colourless scene and need to beautify it by applying colourful items in the right places. This is a good comparison and one that captures the mindful focus and...
Great Odin's Raven
I spent my first few hours in Valheim running around in my underwear. Only a casual acquaintance of the survival-crafting genre, I was nevertheless sucked in by the open-world freedom and rich Nordic vibe the game had to offer. Pushing out into the (relatively) safe Meadows biome, punching trees to make tools and setting up...
Random Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Switch 2 Physical Hides A Neat Nod To Three Houses
Follow the Leda
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is finally here! We're sure that many of you will have been diving into Intelligent Systems' beefy new entry in the RPG series already, but how many of you picked up a physical copy? And those who did, did you notice the Three Houses callback? As brought to our attention by the wonderful Jon Cartwright...
News Japanese Console Market Would Have Been "Eliminated" If Switch Failed, Says Analyst
A silent guardian, a watchful protector... A Nintendo Switch
We're all aware of just how successful the Switch has been since its launch in 2017. The latest figures put it at a total of 156.59 million units sold worldwide, which means that had Sony not managed to find some extra PS2 sales down the back of the couch in 2024, the Switch would be the...
News Nintendo Excited About Broadening Zelda's Audience With Live-Action Movie
"That's one of the most exciting things for us"
The Legend of Zelda is already a huge and well-established video game series, but there's still plenty of room to expand and grow its audience beyond this medium. According to Nintendo of America's President and COO Devon Pritchard, the upcoming live-action Zelda movie, due out in April 2027, is the...
News My Nintendo Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Heroic Sweepstakes Announced (North America)
Enter and win prizes
To celebrate the launch of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave on the Switch 2 this week, Nintendo is now running a "heroic sweepstakes" for athemed prize pack. If you're located in North America, you can enter it between now and 8th December 2026. The prizes on offer include an Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller for Switch 2, a...
PSA Dragon's Dogma 2 Character Creator & Storage App Now Available On Switch 2
Updated with new hairstyles & tattoos
Capcom shared a new trailer for Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen this week, and apart from this, there's now a demo on the eShop. This demo focuses exclusively on the extensive character creator, which has now also been updated with new hairstyles and tattoos. Capcom: "The Character Creator & Storage app has been...
ICYMI Shujinkou's September Update Boosts Switch 1 & 2 Performance, Here Are The Patch Notes
Uncapped frame rates and fixes with v1.1.0
It's been a busy couple of weeks in Nintendo land, with plenty of Switch games, related news, and updates dropping outside last week's big Directs. One such tidbit that you might have missed was an update to language-learning, dungeon-crawling RPG Shujinkou, which now features an uncapped frame rate...
News Another WarioWare Album Has Been Added To Nintendo Music
But next week "there will be no new tracks"
Nintendo Music hasn't been quite as active recently, but today it's back with a huge update, adding the WarioWare: Move It! soundtrack. WarioWare: Move It! was released on the Switch in 2023. The album was composed by Jo Kondo, Haruno Ito and Shoma Murata & includes a total of 576 tracks, with a runtime...
Short goes a long way
Cosmox Gaming is best known for its leverless arcade controllers, and although it experimented with a modular joystick in its Hautepad X model, it has yet to fully embrace the more traditional arcade stick. Until now, that is. The Hautepad C-AS is a dedicated fight stick with a couple of neat tricks up its sleeve. The first is...
Thursday17th Sep 2026
Guide Fire Emblem: Fortunes Weave Chapter List - How Many Chapters Are There?
Part and Parcel
You may have realised by now that Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is a rather beefy game with a lot of chapters to get through. To help you keep track of where you are in the adventure, we've assembled the following list of every chapter title for every part of the game. In Part 1, these chapters are divided by protagonist, but they...
News Nintendo Store Adds Some New Exclusives For Switch Online Members (North America)
A Zelda metal desktop display and Virtual Boy glasses case
The Nintendo Store has been updated this week in North America with some new "exclusives". These can be purchased with Platinum Points and are available to Switch Online members. First up, we have a desktop metal display of Zelda's original NES release. It's priced at 1,000 Platinum Points...
Preview I Played Stellar Blade On Switch 2, And Eve's Only Lost A Little Of Her Gloss
Every day is Christmas EVE
Stellar Blade, my beloved – it’s nice to have a reason to write about you again. Push Square readers will know I may have come close to popping the question to protagonist Eve, and after writing our extensive Stellar Blade guide (where I documented all of our heroine’s outfi
Round Up Capcom Spotlight - TGS 2026 Showcase, Every Switch 2 Announcement And Update
Free Mega Man Pragmata outfits, swimsuit reveals & more
The Tokyo Game Show has officially begun and Capcom kicked off the event with another spotlight showcase. If you didn't catch the broadcast, here's a recap covering all the announcements and updates for Nintendo's platforms. Mega Man Dual Override - Proto Man Trailer Deep Dive Capcom...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time On Switch 2 Will Support VRR In Docked Mode
According to Nintendo's store listing
Last week, Nintendo launched a major firmware update for the Switch 2 system, adding VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) output in TV Mode. Following this, there's now been an exciting discovery on Nintendo's official store page for the upcoming Switch 2 release, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. According to the...
Guide Which Character Path Should I Play First in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave?
First Flames
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave wastes very little time throwing you into the action, with four prospective protagonists - each with their own hero path - at your disposal. So, it's only natural that you might have asked yourself the question, "Which should I play as first?" That's where this Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave guide comes in...
News The Ni No Kuni Universe Welcomes A New Crafting Adventure, And It's Heading To Switch
Bloomwalking into a familiar series
As part of yesterday's Xbox Tokyo Games Show event, Netmarble shared another look at Bloomwalker, its upcoming crafting adventure. Aside from announcing that the game will launch on Switch 1 & 2, the studio also revealed that the title is officially part of the Ni no Kuni universe. It has been a little while...
Monowave! Moonmintroll! Maestro!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing 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. You'll also find some personal recommendations for three of the best games discounted on...
News Resident Evil Is Now The Highest-Rated Video Game Movie Ever
In Cregger we trust
Reviews for Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie have started pouring in, and it's looking like this latest adaptation is a resounding success – critically, at least. Sitting at a whopping 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, Resident Evil is currently the highest-rated video game movie of all time. It's not even close either, with Sonic...
News Hyper Light Drifter Studio Forced To Lay Off "Nearly Everyone" As Publishing Deal Falls Through
"It's devastating"
It's another day of bleak news for the industry. Alx Preston, the founder of Hyper Light Drifter studio Heart Machine, has announced that the studio is facing closure after a key publisher "decided to no longer move forward" with an unannounced title, resulting in "nearly everyone" on the team being laid off. In a message shared...
News Mario Kart Tour Announces Final Anniversary Tour Ahead Of Shutdown
The mobile game service ends this month
A few months ago, Nintendo announced its free-to-play mobile title Mario Kart Tour would be ending its racing days on 30th September 2026. As we approach the final lap, Nintendo is now celebrating the game with a final Anniversary Tour. You can see the official trailer in the video above. Nintendo: "The...
Japanese Charts Rhythm Heaven Groove Surpasses 1 Million Boxed Units Sold
It just keeps going
Famitsu has posted the latest data for boxed sales in Japan, and it's Rhythm Heaven Groove that takes the top spot once again. Not only that, but consistent sales have now put the Switch game at over 1 million total boxed sales in the region. Pretty neat. Onimusha: Way of the Sword is the next big success of the week, with PS5...
News Tomodachi Life Appears To Be Getting A Switch Lite Bundle In Europe
Life is full of surprises
The Switch 2 generation is now well underway, but it seems Nintendo isn't entirely done with the original Switch just yet. According to new reports, a new bundle for the Switch Lite is on the way to Europe. It's pairing the handheld system up with a copy of the Switch release Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, which arrived...
News Mads Mikkelsen Stars In Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Campaign Trailer
"I'm gonna make you cry for mercy"
Activision has released a new campaign trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, revealing that Mads Mikkelsen will appear in the game as a currently unnamed antagonist. We only see him briefly at the end of trailer during which he's conversing with series veteran John Price. We do, however, get a few chilling...
News Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Switch Release Suffers Last-Minute Delay
"Get away from this year, you --"
Developer Cold Iron Studios has announced that Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 for the Switch 2 has been delayed into early 2027. As covered by IGN, the team believes that the extra time in the oven will allow it to deliver "the best possible version for the hardware". No specific date has been provided, but 'early 2027'...
Guide How Long Does It Take To Beat Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave?
Cai of the Timer
Fire Emblem games are famously lengthy, and 2026's Fortune's Weave is no different. The latest in Nintendo's strategy role-playing series has four protagonists, each with their own storyline to follow, and plenty of downtime between missions to keep you busy if you so wish. So you know what you're getting yourself in for, this is...
Wednesday16th Sep 2026
Review Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave (Switch 2) - Dense, Delightful Strategy Overstuffed With Heroes
Da Mina's Touch
Let's see if this setup rings any bells. The world is on the brink of collapse at the hands of a demon king and his armies of underworld minions. To save it, a hero of legend must recruit four Divine Beasts Flame Lords to strengthen their attack and bring the fight to the big bad, all while navigating an enemy-filled fantasy land and...
News Stellar Blade Launches On Switch 2 This November With A Proper Physical Release
Update: On a smaller 32GB cartridge
It landed as a blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment in yesterday's Direct, but Stellar Blade: Complete Edition finally has a Switch 2 release date, and the physical option isn't a Game-Key Card! The game will launch on Switch 2 on 5th November for £54.99 / $59.99, and digital pre-orders are now available from the...
"We always need new discoveries"
Game developer Masahiro Sakurai has announced that The Game Designer award for the Japan Game Awards has been discontinued, as he has been unable to find a successor to carry it on into the future. As reported by IGN, Sakurai made the announcement at this year's ceremony. He originally founded The Game Designer...
News Nintendo Explains Why Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Has Just "A Single Save File"
Separate saves would create "complications"
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave arrives on the Switch 2 this week, and as a heads up, there's only "a single save file". This was revealed during Nintendo's latest 'Ask the Developer' chat with the Fire Emblem team. According to Intelligent Systems' director Toshiyuki Kusakihara, the team felt consolidating...
Feature How Does Zelda: Ocarina Of Time's Old & New Art Compare? Here's A Side-By-Side Face-Off
Which do you prefer?
It's almost been a week, and we're still thinking about that Ocarina of Time deep dive Direct. The new details are one thing (hello, Goggles of Truth!), but it's the visuals that are stuck in our minds. It all looks so shiny, so crisp, so... different. Of course, it's hardly a drastic departure — these are still very clearly...
Round Up The Reviews For Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Are In
The new Awakening?
With Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave launching later this week on 17th September, the review embargo has now lifted. You can check what we think in our 8/10 review, in which Jim Norman called it "dense, deep, and really rather delightful", praising the battle controls, protagonists, and side quests, but noting that the pacing is a...
"To say I'm really deflated about this hobby right now is an understatement"
The Pokémon TCG is celebrating 30 years today with a special global drop of new products, but as you can imagine, demand for these items has far outstripped supply. Some of that will be due to the insane popularity of the game, but scalpers looking to make a quick buck...
News Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Gets A Day One Update, Here Are The Patch Notes
Free stuff? Nice
Nintendo has released a day one update for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave ahead of its release on 17th September 2026. The patch notes are a bit brief here, but the highlight is that Nintendo will be giving away a selection of weapons from the Fire Emblem series, which you can pick up as you progress through the story. Here's a look...
News New Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Art Book Now Arriving In 2027
The release was previously scheduled for next month
Earlier this year, Dark Horse Comics announced it was teaming up with Nintendo once again to release The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai art book. While it was originally scheduled to launch next month on October 2026, in an update from Dark Horse, it's been announced...
News Sonic Racing's First Free Character Update Of 'Year Two' Is Bayonetta
A 'Year Two' showcase has also been announced
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is getting major 'Year Two' updates soon and in a new trailer today, Sega has revealed the legendary Umbra Witch Bayonetta will be bringing her signature style and grace to the racetrack. The Bayonetta x Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds free update is "coming soon" and will contain...
News Koei Tecmo's Dark Fantasy Action RPG Sequel Locks In A Switch 2 Release Date
Wo Long 2 arrives March 2027
With the action RPG Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty now available on Switch 2, Koei Tecmo has locked in a release date for Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember. In an official update, it's been announced the dark fantasy Three Kingdoms sequel will be arriving on 4th March 2027. A demo has also been announced for other platforms, allowing...
News Diablo IV Apparently Has No More Expansions Planned In Lead Up To Diablo V's Release
But Blizzard says support will continue for a "very long time"
Last week, Blizzard lifted the lid on Diablo V, announcing the fifth major entry in the ARPG series would be arriving in 2029. As it looks towards this next chapter, the company also confirmed "what's next" for its current title Diablo IV, which just arrived on the Switch 2 this week...
News Dragon Quest Franchise Surpasses 100 Million Units Sold
"What a surprise!"
Square Enix has today announced that the Dragon Quest franchise has now surpassed 100 million units sold. The milestone was acknowledged with a short video from creator Yuji Horii, in which he thanked fans for their support while ensuring folks are aware about the upcoming launch of Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World...
Tuesday15th Sep 2026
News Diablo IV Switch 2 Performance And Resolution Officially Revealed
Blizzard also details Switch 2 features, net requirements & more
Blizzard finally announced Diablo IV for the Switch 2 last week, and if you're curious to know how it will look and run on Nintendo's hybrid system, we've now got the official details. According to an FAQ on Blizzard's forums, there'll be two graphics settings in the Age of Hatred...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time - Electric Ocarina Nintendo Store Pre-Orders Now Live (US)
Get it while you can
As part of the upcoming release of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2, accessory manufacturer HORI is releasing an electric Ocarina of Time. Pre-orders went live earlier today on the Nintendo Store in the US for $49.99 USD. It will be released on 5th November 2026, the same date as the game (shipping dates may vary)...
News Nightdive Studios Head Raises Hopes Of An Eternal Darkness Remaster
Eternal hope
Remaster developer Nightdive Studios has always been open about its desire to tackle Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem, and a new comment from its studio head has raised hopes that it might become a reality. As covered by IGN, Stephen Kick responded to a question on social media in which a user asked if we'd ever see Eternal Darkness...
Quiz Can You Name These GameCube Games From The Mangled Box Art?
Qube & A
We did it for the NES, we did it for the N64, and now, to mark the system's 25th anniversary, we're doing it for the GameCube. Would you believe it, another section of our totally real physical game library has been hit with all manner of catastrophes. Water damage, rodent infestation, interdimensional portals — you name it, it's all...
News 007 First Light On Switch 2 Delayed Until March 2027
The move will help tighten up performance, IO Interactive says
007 First Light on Switch 2 has been delayed until next year, developer IO Interactive has announced. Posting to the game's official X account, the port - originally scheduled for summer 2026 - will now release in March 2027, with the "additional time" to help with "polishing the...
News Think Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave's Hero Roster Is Big? It Was Almost Even Bigger
Wait, there were initially HOW MANY protagonists?
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is almost upon us. The game launches later this week on 17th September, and to drum up one last little bit of hype, Nintendo has released a new Ask the Developer interview, going behind the scenes with Intelligent Systems on the latest series entry. The interview...
News Here Are The Top 20 Best-Selling GameCube Games In The US
Celebrating the GameCube's 25th anniversary!
This week, Nintendo's GameCube celebrates 25 years since its release in Japan. To celebrate this anniversary, a chart of the system's software sales has been shared by Circana Retail Tracking Service. This includes the "US top 20 best-selling GameCube games, ranked by unit sales". This information was...
News Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Voice Actors Officially Revealed
The voices behind the characters
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave arrives exclusively for the Switch 2 this week, and ahead of this anticipated first-party release, Nintendo has revealed the English-language voice actors in the game. It's been sharing these updates on the Nintendo Today! app, with many of the cast also making their own announcements on...
UK Charts Orbitals Floats Out Of The Top 10 As Last Week's Newbies Hold Down The Podium
Defying gravity
We are back with our latest look at the UK charts, and after last week's excitement with all those newcomers, it's a slightly more familiar picture this time. The wonderful Switch 2 exclusive, Orbitals (which landed in third place in its debut week, let's not forget), has drifted down to 18th this time, likely having found the...
Wednesday16th Sep 2026
News Diablo IV's 30th Anniversary Diablo Celebrations Get Off To A Bumpy Start
Blizzard: "We appreciate your patience"
Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection arrives on the Switch 2 this week alongside the new season, but there have been some teething issues, including a temporary season delay. If you have been experiencing any problems logging in and accessing the game & new season, it's not an isolated issue. Blizzard even...
Tuesday15th Sep 2026
News New Trademark Seemingly Reveals The Title For Lies Of P Sequel
O RLY?
A new trademark from developer Neowiz has seemingly revealed the title for its upcoming Lies of P sequel. As reported by ThePhrasemaker, a filing on the European Union Intellectual Property Office indicates that Neowiz's new game will be titled Wonders of O. The first entry's title was a clear nod to its Adventures of Pinocchio the
News SEGA And Netflix Announce New "Multi-Title Collaboration"
Including a Crazy Taxi live-action movie
SEGA and Netflix are teaming up once again, with the duo announcing three adaptations are now in development. First up is a live-action comedy movie based on the Crazy Taxi series and the new game World Tour. There'll also be another Sonic the Hedgehog kids' animation, and finally is a live-action crime...
Monday14th Sep 2026
Guide 50 Best GameCube Games Of All Time
Your guide to the GameCube's greatest
14th September 2026 marks 25 years(!) since the Japanese launch of the GameCube. In honour of a quarter-century of cubular gaming on mini-DVDs, we're republishing this ranking of the console's 50 finest games. Enjoy! The GameCube console concentrated on doing just one thing well: playing games. This was also...
News Nintendo Updates Zelda Timeline, Seemingly Confirming A Fan Theory
Links to the past
Nintendo has often stressed its desire to place gameplay above all else, including story. Yet with the company providing (and updating) an official Legend of Zelda timeline, fans have understandably become quite invested in the entire concept. Now, with the upcoming release of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2, Nintendo has once...
"Made possible in part by tariff-related refunds"
Last week, Nintendo announced its 'Customer Appreciation Sale', slashing prices (up to 30% off) across digital games, merch and amiibo on the Nintendo Store, all thanks to "tariff-related refunds". The sale is now live and will be sticking around until 26th September, so you only have a couple of...
Tuesday15th Sep 2026
Guide What Time Does Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Release?
Out on a Thursday? Would you be-Weave it
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, the next major entry in Nintendo's strategy RPG series, is arriving this week. As is the norm for first-party releases, the next Fire Emblem is releasing on a Thursday in the early hours of the morning. This guide explains the Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave release time in your...
Monday14th Sep 2026
News Rayman Legends Retold Has Been Delayed
No Way, Man
We were just a few weeks away from Rayman Legends Retold launching on Switch 2 on 1st October, but the game has been delayed at the eleventh hour. As shared in an announcement post on social media, the Rayman dev team at Ubisoft Montpellier revealed that it is pushing back the 2.5D platformer's release to 3rd December, "to make sure...
News Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Gets A Seven-Minute Overview Trailer
Ready for this week's launch
Nintendo has released a new overview trailer for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave ahead of its launch later this week on 17th September 2026. It's only in Japanese for the time being, but we'll update this page as soon as the English version goes live. Essentially though, it covers a lot of what we've seen before in...
News Hori Has Announced A Modular Arcade Stick For Switch 2, And It Looks Awesome
Have it your way
Accessory manufacturer Hori has announced a new, ambitious arcade stick for the Switch 2: the Hori Arcade Classic Pro. Officially licensed by Nintendo, the Classic Pro is unique in that it has two modular components on the left and right sides of the device. You've got four directional control options: a standard arcade stick, a...
The new season launches alongside the Switch 2 release
The Diablo team held a panel about "what's next" for Diablo IV at day two of BlizzCon 2026 and it covered the latest season, future seasons and the Amazon Class coming to the game. Diablo IV - What's Next BlizzCon 2026 Panel: Season of Hell's Legacy - 15th September 2026 Season of Hell's...
Feature Luigi's Mansion Is One Of My Favourite GameCube Games, But I've Never Actually Owned It
It just kept floating away
Today, 14th September 2026, marks the 25th anniversary of the Gamecube and, by extension, Luigi's Mansion. So to celebrate the occasion, Ollie looks back on Luigi's first spooky outing; a game he adored, but somehow never owned... I’ve always loved horror; it’s no secret at this point. So when Nintendo revealed...
Sunday13th Sep 2026
Feature What I Learned After Working On Over 1,000 Switch 2 Joy-Con
The joys and cons
Coming into this console generation with the spectre of Switch 1's Joy-Con drift debacle in our minds, reviewers approached the Switch 2's Joy-Con with extreme caution. The controllers seemed much improved, but problems take time to manifest, and even when things do go wrong, knowing whether you've got a one-off dud or a widespread...
News Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Estimated File Size Revealed
Not long to go now
Nintendo's Fire Emblem series is back next with the arrival of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave exclusively on the Switch 2. If you're planning on picking up the game digitally, you'll need to make sure you've got enough space on your system to install it. According to Nintendo's official eShop listing, the estimated file size for...
News Diablo IV x The Witcher III: Wild Hunt Collab Unveiled, Here's A First Look
As part of a new partnership between Blizzard & CD Projekt Red
At Gamescom this year, CD Projekt Red and Blizzard announced a partnership and teased some announcements. Now, at day two of BlizzCon 2026 this weekend, fans of these companies have got a first look at the Diablo IV x Witcher 3 collab. It's a Geralt-s
News Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina Announced For Switch 1 & 2, Out 2027
Update: April release confirmed in new trailer
[Sat 2nd May, 2026 06:00 BST]: At EVO Japan this weekend, developer French Bread and publisher Aniplex lifted the lid on Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina with a special teaser trailer. It's currently locked in for an "early 2027" release and will be available for the Switch and Switch 2. Here's some...
Feature Box Art Brawl - Duel: Professor Layton And The Spectre's Call
See you Layton
Hmm, this Box Art Brawl reminds me of a puzzle. Last time, we put Castlevania: Belmont's Curse in the spotlight, as we matched up its two regional covers. It was anything but a close-fought contest, mind you, as the European and Japanese variant walked away with a staggering 81% of the vote, leaving the North American design with...
ICYMI Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Demo Out Now On eShop
A Dragon Quest spin-off also gets a surprise release
During a sizzle reel in the Nintendo Direct earlier this week, Square Enix gave fans another look at the upcoming release Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World. It also included an eShop demo announcement, and in case you missed it, it can be downloaded right now! The demo starts at the...
News Overwatch Announces What's Next As It Reaches The End Of Its First Year-Long Story Arc
New hero, map and more! Cyberpunk collab also announced
Apart from all the Diablo news, the team behind the free-to-play team shooter Overwatch (formerly known as Overwatch 2) shared a handful of new announcements at this year's BlizzCon. Firstly, Doctrine (Hero 54), the vampire-inspired support hero and ally of Doomfist, is arriving in Season 5 on...
Saturday12th Sep 2026
News Nintendo Confirms Zelda 40th Anniversary Collection Restocks
Expect an announcement via the Nintendo Store app
Earlier this week, Nintendo announced a new Zelda-themed Switch 2, Pro Controller and various other items celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the series. Unsurprisingly, many of these items have already sold out in multiple locations around the world. In an update, Nintendo has now confirmed...
News "We Will Take This As A Lesson" - Level-5 CEO Doubles Down On GenAI Despite Backlash
"It appears that some people felt uncomfortable about this"
It's no secret that Level-5 has embraced Generative AI when it comes to game development, and CEO Akihiro Hino has been very open and honest about the fact that the company is using the technology in its games – but few expected the recent Level-5 Vision 2026 II Showcase to feature so...
News It's Official, Diablo 4: Age Of Hatred Collection Brings Hell To Switch 2 Next Week
And it's already been spotted in stores
After ongoing rumours and even some ratings, Blizzard has finally lifted the lid on Diablo 4 for Switch 2 at BlizzCon 2026 this weekend. Lilith and her army of demons will be unleashed on 15th September 2026 for $69.99 / £62.99. This version on Switch 2, titled
News Nintendo Announces Switch 2 Monster Hunter Wilds Bundle
Launching in Japan this December
The mainline Monster Hunter series will debut on the Switch 2 this December with the release of the new entry Monster Hunter Wilds. In case you missed it, during the Japanese Direct this week, Nintendo (and Capcom) announced hunters in this location will be able to pick up not only the game on 4th December 2026, but...
News Diablo 5 Is Coming In Spring 2029, Here's The First Teaser Trailer
"Sanctuary falls"
Following the reveal of Diablo IV for the Switch 2 at BlizzCon's opening ceremony this weekend, Blizzard ended its Diablo 30th anniversary segment with the official announcement of Diablo V. The next major entry in the action role-playing series will be arriving in Spring 2029. Platforms and a specific release date have not been...
News Super Monkey Ball Triple Pack Physical Release Rolls Onto Switch This November
"Keep those monkeys rolling"
Sega recently announced triple pack physical collections for Sonic the Hedgehog, and now Super Monkey Ball is getting the same treatment. The Super Monkey Ball Triple Pack "physical-only release" will launch for the Switch on 10th November 2026. It's priced at $39.99 USD and comes loaded with Super Monkey Ball Banana...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (12th September)
The calm after the storm
Hey y'all. What a week, huh? What a week. The big highlights, of course, were the two Nintendo Directs. First up, Nintendo treated us to a substantial glimpse at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2, confirming that it will launch very soon on 5th November 2026. We then got a second Direct the day after...
News Diablo Is Getting An Animated Netflix Series
Now in development
At BlizzCon 2026 this weekend, Blizzard has announced Diablo is getting an animated Netflix series. Blizzard: "We are thrilled to share that we are in development on a new animated series for Diablo with Netflix." Blizzard president Johanna Faries also teased there could be adaptations for other series, (including Overwatch...
Friday11th Sep 2026
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Pre-Order Comes With Bonus N64-Style Slipcover
"Exclusively available in Canada at EB Games"
The original N64 box art and game. Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 pre-orders have now opened on Nintendo's website, eShop, and at select retailers around the globe. If you haven't already pre-ordered and happen to be located in Canada, EB Games has announced an exclusive deal. If you pre-order Link's...
Guide Where To Pre-Order Metroid Ravenous For Switch 2, The Special Edition & amiibo
Update: Very (UK) has cancelled Special Edition pre-orders
The rumours were true and the next '2D' game in the Metroid series is coming on 28th January 2027. Metroid Ravenous is a Switch 2 exclusive continuing Samus' story after 2021's Metroid Dread and sees the bounty hunter devouring enemies in an "eat or be eaten" scenario. Sounds fun! In this...
Guide Last Chance To Grab These 78 Switch 1 & 2 eShop Games In Nintendo's Blockbuster Sale (UK)
More discounted bangers
Just a reminder that Europe's eShop sales wrap up this weekend, so there's still time to fire up your Switch (2) and take a look at the wishlist if there's something you had your eye on. Carry on! Well folks, Nintendo has already kickstarted its Blockbuster eShop sale in the US, now it's doing the same in the UK and Europe...
News Nintendo Wins Court Case Ruling The Sale Of Switch "Circumvention Devices" Unlawful
"avoid purchasing or using circumvention devices"
Nintendo is celebrating a court case victory in the Netherlands that says the sale of "devices designed to circumvent Nintendo’s security measures" is unlawful. Specifically referencing cards such as the MIG Switch Card, the case heard at The Hague District Court (Rechtbank Den Haag) involved a...
Feature 26 Details You Might Have Missed From The Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Reveal
Under the lens of truth
It's been a busy week for Nintendo fans, with the company squeezing in two Directs in as many days, and filling out the rest of the 2026 gaming calendar with more Switch games than anyone could reasonably play. On the first-party front, the regular Direct presentation revealed new Metroid and Kirby games, but honestly we're...
News Nintendo's Latest System Firmware Update Resolves Switch Vulnerability
"Please update your console"
Nintendo released a major system firmware update yesterday, and while most of the focus is on the Switch 2 adding support for VRR in docked mode, the Switch also got a patch. Tacked on to the end of the official patch notes for the latest Switch update (Version 23.0.0) is a notice about a vulnerability fix. This...
Round Up Everything Announced In The Level-5 Vision 2026 II Showcase
A Layton Remake, DECAPOLICE delay and more
Level-5 is back with another Vision showcase and it includes more reveals, game announcements and surprises. If you didn't catch it live, here's a quick rundown: Professor Layton And The New World of Steam Gets A New Trailer This new trailer for Professor Layton and The New World of Steam on Switch and...
PSA You Can Play Star Fox Adventures In Widescreen Mode On Switch 2
Toggle it now
Nintendo expanded its GameCube line-up on Nintendo Switch Online this week with the addition of Star Fox Adventures, the divisive 2002 adventure title from developer Rare. It's been a heck of a busy week, but we thought it wise to let you know that Star Fox Adventures is one of a handful of GameCube titles that offers native...
News Kirby's 35th Anniversary Celebrations Begin In 2027, Here's The Official Logo
"More information coming in the future"
Kirby is seemingly the next character in line to get the open-world treatment, after Nintendo's Direct broadcast this week ended with Kirby and the World Beyond. It seems this won't be all for the pink puff in 2027. In case you missed it in the previous story, next year actually marks Kirby's 35th...
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It didn't take long for Metroid fans to start name-dropping the talented Spanish developer MercurySteam after the official reveal of Metroid Ravenous. However, Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed the studio behind this game just yet. Eurogamer even went to the extent of reaching out to Nintendo in hopes of a proper statement, but...
Thursday10th Sep 2026
Guide Our Most Anticipated Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Games In 2026
Updated with September's Nintendo Direct reveals (and BlizzCon 2026)
Juggling two consoles is hard work for some, but not for Nintendo. While the Switch 2 is the primary focus for the Big N, don't ever count the Switch 1 out. 2025 was a busy one, with the Switch 2's launch really filling out the roster and finally giving us some long-awaited titles...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 23.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Adds VRR in docked, system transfers between Switch 2 and more!
Nintendo has just released a major update for the Switch 2 today, which bumps the system firmware up to Version 23.0.0. This also updates the firmware on the original Switch. This update notably adds VRR output in TV Mode (note: you may need to update your dock before you can access...
"Thank you for being part of the Nintendo community"
Nintendo of America has announced a Customer Appreciation Sale that is "made possible in part by tariff-related refunds". The promotion - running between 13th and 26th September on the eShop, online Nintendo Store and with participating retail partners - is touted as "one of our largest...
News Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Calamity Is Getting Definitive Edition On Switch 2 Next February
Update: Physical release is a Game-Key Card
Koei Tecmo's Zelda spin-off Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity is coming to Switch 2 on 27th February 2027 in Definitive Edition form. As revealed in today's Nintendo Direct, the Musou spin-off and prequel story to
Review Mewgenics (Switch 2) – Tactics Bliss Wrapped In A Hilarious, Must-Play Package
The perfect place to spend my life with fleas and parasites
The Binding of Isaac is perhaps the greatest roguelike ever made, or at the very least, I wouldn't argue with anyone who felt that way. So when developer and indie-game legend Edmund McMillen said that it was merely a basic roguelike to get his feet into the water before creating Mewgenics,...
Preview Playing Final Fantasy VII: Revelation On PS5 Has Me Worried For The Switch 2 Port
Took something perfect and painted it Red XIII
It's strange to think that at the start of 2026, we had zero Final Fantasy VII Remake games on Switch 2, and now we are mere months away from the third — which launches simultaneously across all platforms on 8th April 2027. Revelation, the third and possibly most-anticipated of the trilogy, will cap...
News Metroid Ravenous On Switch 2 Will Support 120Hz Output
According to Nintendo
If you enjoyed the performance mode featured in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, we've got some good news about MercurySteam's upcoming release, Metroid Ravenous. According to the official eShop listing, the new Switch 2 game will support 120Hz outpu
News Metroid Ravenous Switch 2 Estimated File Size Revealed
"It's eat or be eaten!"
After some rumours, Metroid Ravenous has now been officially confirmed by Nintendo during the latest Direct broadcast. It's launching for the Switch 2 on 28th January 2027, with pre-orders now live on the eShop. Alongside this, the game's estimated file size has also been revealed. According to Nintendo, it will require...
News Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Updated To Ver. 1.1.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Got to account for that system update
As if all of this week's Direct shenanigans weren't enough, Nintendo yesterday released a surprise Switch 2 system update, adding VRR modes when playing on the TV. But what would such a feature be if it didn't appear in Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, eh? Worry not, the game has been updated too. The Welcome...
News Nintendo Thanks Fans For Celebrating Super Mario's 40th Anniversary
As Zelda's anniversary celebrations begin
Over the past year, Nintendo has been celebrating Mario's 40th anniversary, but it appears it might have finally ended. As spotted on Nintendo's official website in Japan, the Super Mario Bros. 40th anniversary webpage has apparently been updated with a message to fans, thanking everyone for joining in on...
News Crisis Core Final Fantasy VII Reunion Scores A Surprise Switch 2 Release
Launch discount, but no upgrade for existing owners
Square Enix has been building up excitement for Final Fantasy VII Revelation with all sorts of announcements in recent weeks, and during the latest Nintendo Direct, it revealed Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion for Switch 2. It's available now on the eShop, and is currently on sale for...
News Monster Hunter Wilds Launches For Switch 2 This December, Includes Local & Cross-Platform Play
Game-Key Card release and Prologue Demo also announced
Capcom kicked off the latest Nintendo Direct broadcast with an update about Monster Hunter Wilds for the Switch 2. It's officially confirmed this version of the game will be arriving later this year on 4th December 2026. It will include "all title updates" and Capcom has also revealed hunters...
News Capcom Announces Mega Man: Dual Override amiibo, Here's A First Look
Arriving the "same day" as the new game
Mega Man: Dual Override is on the way to the Switch and Switch 2 in Spring 2027 and two amiibo for the new entry have now been announced. Capcom shared this news in the latest Nintendo Direct broadcast, confirming there'll be new amiibo based on Mega Man and Proto Man. They'll be arriving the "same day" as...
Nintendo Download 10th September (North America)
Valheim! Woodo! Batman!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing 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! Switch 2 eShop - Highlights: Valheim (Coffee Stain, 9th Sep, $29.99) - Become one of Odin’s...
Wednesday9th Sep 2026
Guide Nintendo Direct September 2026 - Time, Date, How To Watch
Room for another one?
The first of this week's two showcases is behind us, but there's more to come! We've got all the info you'll need to watch along in the following guide. Two Directs in one week? Whatever will they think of next! Off the back of The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary show, Nintendo still has another full-fat Direct right around...
Guide Nintendo Direct September 2026 - Every Game, Announcement And Trailer
How did this one fare?
That's all, folks! After yesterday's Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct, Nintendo has now wrapped up its general Direct, making for quite the jam-packed week for fans. Nintendo spent 45 minutes on new announcements, updates, and reveals for the Switch 2, so to help you digest everything, we've compiled all of it right here. We'll...
News Sega Announces Two Sonic Game Collections For Switch
Update: Here's a look at the "Classic" and "Modern" physical collections
[Wed 24th Jun, 2026 00:30 BST]: As part of Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th birthday celebrations, Sega has this week announced not one but two retro game collections. Both collections bundle together previously released titles on the Switch. First up is the Classic Sonic Collection...
Watch Nintendo Direct September 2026 - Live!
Back at it again
Ah, it feels like just yesterday that we had our last Direct... wait a second! Yes, with the Zelda 40th anniversary show behind us, it's time to head into the next showcase of the week: a full-fat Nintendo Direct. Much like yesterday, this one will begin at 3pm BST / 4pm CET / 10am ET / 7am PT, but will last a little longer,...
News Metroid Ravenous Announced For Switch 2, Release Date Confirmed
Metroid 6, baby!
Nintendo has announced Metroid Ravenous for the Switch 2, the latest mainline entry in the iconic sci-fi series. It will launch on 28th January 2027. Amiibo and a special edition have also been confirmed! As for the footage, it looks like a proper continuation of Metroid Dread, albeit with maybe even more melee combat than ever...
News Zelda: Master Collection Trading Cards Are On The Way
Celebrating 40 years of Link
Nintendo has announced all sorts of merch for The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary, but one item you might have missed is the new trading card series. During the UK and European broadcasts, Nintendo lifted on The Legend of Zelda: Master Collection trading card set by the Italian company, Panini. It's best-known for...
News Mario Kart World Goes Retro In New Free Update, Launching Today
Super!
Yes, you read that right, Mario Kart World is finally getting a free content update. What's more, it's arriving today! This new update sees the return of 10 classic Super Mario Kart circuits on the overworld. These are complete with the flat ? blocks that you remember from the SNES. These circuits can all be played as standalone races in VS...
News Metroid Ravenous Price And Box Art Revealed
Another pleasant surprise
Following the announcement of Metroid Ravenous during today's Direct showcase, Nintendo has now revealed the box art and price for the upcoming game. Starting with the digital price, Ravenous will be £49.99 / $59.99 for the digital versions, putting this on par with Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Another pleasant surprise then!...
Scalpers aren't helping...
Nintendo has only just revealed its new Zelda-themed Switch 2, Pro Controller and Ocarina of Time amiibo, but it seems stock is already running dry in certain locations around the globe. On the Nintendo Store in the US, the Zelda 40th anniversary edition Switch 2, which is priced at $519.99, is already "sold out". It's...
News 'Kirby And The World Beyond' Goes Big On Switch 2 Next Spring
Deep breath
A new 3D Kirby is on the horizon! Nintendo closed out today's Direct with a first look at Kirby and the World Beyond, revealing that it'll launch on Switch 2 in Spring 2027. This one looks to be pretty open world, giving you huge areas to freely explore with Kirby's copy abilities. There's something quite Truman Show about the whole...
Thursday10th Sep 2026
News Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.8.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
You can download this free update now
Nintendo has dropped a surprise update for Mario Kart World this week, which adds 10 classic Super Mario Kart circuits and two new Knockout Tours. If you haven't already downloaded this update, it's now officially live! It bumps the software up to Version 1.8.0 and follows a major update in June. As mentioned...
Wednesday9th Sep 2026
Reaction The Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Packs Insane Levels Of Detail, And It's Growing On Us
Details of old
Round one of Nintendo's one-two punch of Direct presentations this week is now done and dusted, providing Zelda fans with a proper look at Ocarina of Time for Switch 2 along with a handful of intriguing 40th Anniversary initiatives. As a reminder, we have another Direct presentation later today, with Nintendo promising a look at...
News A Trio Of Resident Evil Remakes Hit Switch 2 In October
Capcom's plugging gaps
As part of today's Nintendo Direct, Capcom announced that Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition, Resident Evil 3, and Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition on 16th October. Cloud versions of both 2
News 'Yo-kai Watch 2: Haunted Domain' Is Real, And It's Coming To Switch 2
Hello, old friend
Level-5 is really bringing out the throwbacks these days, huh? After years of waiting, the studio today unveiled a first look at Yo-kai Watch 2: Haunted Domain, confirming that it'll be coming to Switch 2. We still know very little about this one at the time of writing, but the brief teaser trailer showed us a brief look at...
News Star Fox Fans Are Eating Good, With An NSO Drop And A Switch 2 Update Inbound
The Adventure Continues
Back-to-back Star Fox news? What are the odds? Nintendo had a dynamic duo of Star Fox drops for us in today's Direct. It kicked things off with the reveal that the recent Switch 2 release will soon be getting a free update, adding new Battle Mode stages and split-screen options (only at 30fps, mind) for those after a bit...
Video Here's A Bunch More Gameplay From Zelda: Ocarina Of Time On Switch 2
Maybe don't watch it, though..?
Nintendo showcased a sizeable chunk of gameplay from Zelda: Ocarina of Time for its 40th Anniversary Direct, but there's actually quite a bit more that you might not have seen yet. Nintendo's main site for Japan contains lots of extra bits and bobs, and we've only gone and compiled it into one handy video. The thing...
News Pikmin 4 Finally Gets The 'Switch 2 Edition' It Deserves This November
DAMNdori
It feels like Nintendo has been taking its sweet time with it, but it's finally happening: Pikmin 4 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is real, and it launches on 12th November. This new edition packs in a fresh 'Dandori Academy' game mode to test your item-collecting skills, with three different difficulty modes and a whopping 72 stages to...
News Professor Layton And The New World Of Steam Finally Has A Release Date
It's been 84 years
After years of waiting and a fair few delays, Professor Layton and The New World of Steam finally has a Switch 1 & 2 release date: 10th December 2026. The first mainline game in over a decade, The New World of Steam sees Layton and Luke team up in the land of Steam Bison — a hop across the pond from the pair's previous...
ICYMI Ocarina Of Time On Switch 2 Enhances Link's Adventure With Jump And Dash Controls
"Modern camera movements" have also been added
Look at that camera, complete freedom! Yesterday, Nintendo gave us our first proper look at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, revealing an updated version of Link and "overhauled" visuals. This remade version of the N64 hit doesn't stop there, with the development team also making some major...
News Multiple amiibo Listings Have Apparently Been Spotted On GameStop's Internal Database
New Zelda amiibo were announced yesterday
We're just hours out from today's Nintendo Direct, and GameStop's internal database has reportedly been updated with a "ton of new unnamed amiibo". This information comes from amiibo Alerts via GoNintendo, with at least 20 items
News New Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Trailer Showcases Some Wuhu Island Exploration
Return of the Matt
We don't have all that long to wait before Nintendo Switch Sports Resort launches on Switch 2 on 22nd October, and today, Nintendo has shared a few more details of what we can expect. Chief among the newly revealed features is free island exploration. As showcased in the new trailer, you'll be able to make your way around Wuhu...
News Persona 4 Revival Is Officially Heading To Switch 2, With Persona 6 Teased For The Future
Bit Persona-l
After being announced for just about every other system, we had our fingers crossed that Persona 4 Revival might be making its way to Switch 2 too, and what do you know, it is! This one will come our way on 20th May 2027 — a few months later than the PS5 release, but what can you do? For those unfamiliar with the base game, we've...
Tuesday8th Sep 2026
News Zelda 40th Anniversary Special Edition Switch 2 Console & Pro Controller Launch This October
Get your Giant Wallet at the ready
It's the one we've all been waiting for! Nintendo has officially revealed the Switch 2's first special edition console: a sweet 40th anniversary model to tie into the Zelda: Ocarina of Time release. The special edition console will launch on 29th October, and it's a sweeeet one. This is the same design that was...
All known concern dates listed
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert will tour the globe starting in January 2027. It'll feature music from the entire series - from "nostalgic tunes to modern melodies", according to an official blurb - and tour across Japan, North America, Europe and Australia. Announced during September 2026's 40th...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Launches On Switch 2 On 5th November 2026
The GOAT, modernised
Despite being revealed just a few months back, it feels like we've been waiting absolutely yonks for more information on Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2. Well, that wait is now over. Nintendo has confirmed that Ocarina of Time will launch on 5th November 2026. The reveal also came with a healthy dose of new gameplay,...
Guide Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct - Every Announcement And Trailer
How would you rate it?
Well folks, the first of two Direct showcases for this week is over, and boy was it a doozy. It was a full 30 minutes' worth of delicious Zelda news, including the final release date for the hotly-anticipated Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2. There's a lot to digest though, so we've compiled every announcement from the...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Price And Box Art Revealed
Nintendo goes all-out
In an age where physical media is on an unfortunate decline, Nintendo still knows how to keep its hardcore fans satisfied. During today's Zelda Direct, the company revealed the box art for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2. Rather than just slapping on some key art (gorgeous though it is) and being done...
News Nintendo Reveals What To Expect From The Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct
You probably already know
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct is just hours out, and Nintendo has shared a small update. Ahead of this broadcast (and celebration) of the series, the company's Japanese social media account has teased what's to come. Unsurprisingly, it seems we'll be getting an update about Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, and...
Watch The Legend Of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Direct - Live!
Only a matter of Time
What's this? A Nintendo Direct in September? Who would have thought it! And so this week's dual Directs kick off. First up is a special anniversary show for Zelda's 40th, promising to deliver "a variety of information related to The Legend of Zelda". This one begins in just a few minutes at 3pm BST / 4pm CET / 10am ET / 7am...
News Pokémon Pokopia Updated To Version 2.0.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Includes a handful of fixes
Following the big 2.0.0 patch in August, Pokémon Pokopia has this week been updated to Version 2.0.1. At the moment, the English patch notes have not gone live just yet, so we're working with a rough translation of the Japanese game page. According to this, there's a fix for an issue with the legendary birds, and...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Price Seemingly Revealed
Update: Nintendo officially confirms
Nintendo's Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct is taking place later today. and it appears more information has surfaced ahead of schedule. As spotted by Aussie website Vooks, the price for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on the Switch 2 has now temporarily popped up on the Nintendo Store in Australia...
News Nintendo's Rolling Out New amiibo And A Heap Of Merch For Zelda: Ocarina Of Time
And we want it all
It all came in a somewhat 'blink-and-you'll-miss-it' sizzle reel in the 40th anniversary Direct, but Nintendo has a lot of merch in store to mark Ocarina of Time's Switch 2 release. Aside from the Special Edition console and Pro Controller, there are also two new amiibo launching in 2027. The Young Link and Young Zelda figures...
Video Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Side-By-Side Comparison, Switch 2 Vs. N64
A link between games
Hopefully by now you've seen Zelda: Ocarina of Time in action on the Switch 2, and if you're anything like us, you were quite simply blown away by the sheer leap in visual quality when compared to the original. To really demonstrate just how much the remake improves upon the N64 game, the lovely chaps over at GVG have provided...
Gallery Here's A Closer Look At Zelda: Ocarina Of Time On Switch 2
Open your eyes... and look at these screens!
Well, that sure was a lot! As a part of today's Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct, we got our first extended look at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, and we mean an extended look. Aonuma-san kicked things off with a full 15-minute gameplay session, followed by a new trailer that...
News Beyond The Dark - Nightwatch Looks Like A Wii U Game In The Best Way
"I'm gonna s*** myself!"
Developer Atlantis Studio has released a new gameplay trailer for Beyond the Dark - Nightwatch, confirming that the title will launch on Switch 2 on 22nd October 2026. We've already spoken with creative director Nico Augusto, and we're pretty chuffed with what we've seen so far, but this new trailer r
News Street Fighter 6's Next DLC Character Joins The Fight October 2026
Here comes a new challenger!
Capcom has been expanding the Street Fighter 6 roster with regular character updates and next up is Arjun. In an update this week, it's now been confirmed this new "Year 4 Character" will be arriving on 13th October 2026. He comes equipped with "brutal blows" that will have other fighters gasping for air, and can move...
If you like Piña Marauders...
I'll admit that I am relatively new to the Dragon Quest Monsters series. The Dark Prince passed me by on Switch, and while I have some memories of playing Joker on my DS, I never really "got into it" in the same way that I did the mainline games around the same time. So, I was excited to find out more about Dragon...
Guide How Zelda: Ocarina of Time amiibo Unlocks Work On Switch 2
Two figures are supported - so far
Zelda: Ocarina of Time amiibo support has been revealed ahead of its November release date. Unlocks so far revolve around two new amiibo that are (eventually) coming to the Switch 2 remake - for Young Link and Young Zelda - with each having their own exclusive unlocks. Here's what the two Ocarina of Time Switch 2...
News Pokémon Champions Director Wants To Keep The Game's Focus On PvP
"At least while more people are increasingly playing"
Although Pokémon Champions is now the main competitive title for the video game, some trainers are still apparently calling for single-player content to be added. VGC recently spoke to the game's co-director Masaaki Hoshino about these fan requests for "Pokémon Stadium-like offline modes" in...
Monday7th Sep 2026
Guide Last Chance To Check Out 84 Switch 1 & 2 Games In Nintendo's Blockbuster eShop Sale (US)
Attack the Block(buster)
You've only got a couple of days left to take advantage of Nintendo's Blockbuster eShop sale, which ends on 9th September at 11:59pm PT in the US. Nintendo's back with another eShop sale in the US, this time focusing on what it deems to be blockbuster games from the Switch 1 & 2. So in other words, these are bangers –...
Video Here's What Nintendo's Revised Switch 2 Console Looks Like
Spoiler: It's really similar
You'll no doubt be aware by now that Nintendo was recently forced to update the Switch 2 hardware in Europe to comply with new rules around replacement batteries. Well, that new model is now available for purchase in multiple regions, and YouTube channel Nintendúo recently got its hands on one to showcase the...
Rumour Leaker Claims A Brand New Super Smash Bros. Game Is In The Works
Plus Nintendogs, Metroid, 3D Mario, and more
So called leakers have to prove themselves before folks start taking them seriously, but a YouTube user by the name of 'malo392' is causing quite a stir in the community. As reported by VGC, malo392 correctly predicted the existence of both Nintendo Directs this week in a YouTube comment, a full three...
UK Charts Orbitals Performs Admirably, But Elden Ring Crashes Out Of The Top 40
Tarnished Edition, that is
The latest UK Charts data is in, and we have a few newcomers this week. Most notably, Switch 2 exclusive Orbitals has performed admirably, entering the charts at number 3. It falls just behind Onimusha: Way of the Sword, which expectedly sold exceedingly well on PS5, with Switch 2 making up 8% of the platform split...
News Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Sells 1 Million Copies In Just One Day
Series sales top 10 million
Capcom – the publisher that can seemingly do no wrong right now – has announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword has surpassed 1 million sales in its first day of release. It's yet another remarkable accomplishment for the publisher; one that pushes the cumulative sales for the series over 10 million. By comparison,...
Video Alex, Jon, And Felix Reunite For A DidYouKnowGaming Gamescom Quiz
The boiz
Well this is rather lovely, isn't it? Yes, during his time at Gamescom 2026, Alex Olney took part in a quiz organised by the folks at DidYouKnowGaming. Not only that, but he also reunited with Nintendo Life alumni Jon Cartwright and Felix Sanchez! The trio formed the quiz team 'Tilt Controllers' to take on 'The Winning Team' (very good),...
News PSVR Dolphin Game 'Jupiter & Mars: Definitive Edition' Hits Switch This Week
Revamped from VR
VR title Jupiter & Mars is making its way to the Switch eShop in the form of a new revamped Definitive Edition. It'll launch this Thursday, 10th September 2026. If you're unfamiliar, Jupiter & Mars is an underwater adventure game in which you swim through the ocean as a dolphin. This new release contains enhanced visuals, a new...
Sunday6th Sep 2026
Guide Every Nintendo Switch Online NES Game Ranked
Magic 8-bit
Updated with Ninja Gaiden III, R.C. Pro-AM II, and Ikari Warriors from the September 2026 update. Enjoy! The collection of NES games available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers continues to grow, with the number of 'Nintendo Classics' from the original Nin
News Civilization VII Unveils First Expansion "Earthrise" And Major Free Update
Prepare for liftoff in 2027
Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is currently celebrating 35 years of the series and developer Firaxis Games has shared a preview of what's ahead. In 2027, fans can look forward to Arc of Tomorrow - a free update for all Civ VII players introducing the Atomic Age and extending the game's playable span of history from the...
Round Up The Reviews For Hot Wheels Infinite Rush Are In
Here's what the critics think about the new open-world racer
Hot Wheels races onto the Switch 2 next week with the new open-world racer Hot Wheels Infinite Rush by Milestone Games. The first lot of reviews have now gone live and so we've put together this round up to give you an idea of what to expect. Here are the impressions so far, starting off...
Poll Box Art Brawl - Duel: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse (Switch)
Die, monster!
Hello everyone, welcome to another edition of Box Art Brawl! Last week, we looked at Mega Man Zero 2 for the GBA, and it was Japan that completely dominated with a whopping 73% of the vote. North America managed 16%, while Europe only pulled in 11%. We're now going to skip ahead – right ahead – to the upcoming Castlevania:...
Video Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy Series Recap Trailer
Featured at Revelation's PAX West panel
Square Enix hosted a panel for Final Fantasy VII Revelation at PAX West 2026 this weekend and it included a recap trailer for the entire remake trilogy. This once again shows the date for Revelation, which was confirmed earlier this week to be launching on 8th April 2027 for all platforms including the Switch...
Saturday5th Sep 2026
Video Digital Foundry Delivers Its Tech Review For Elden Ring On Switch 2
"The delay has proven immensely beneficial"
After being delayed to "allow time for performance adjustments", Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition finally arrived on the Switch 2 last month. So, was it worth the wait? Digital Foundry has now taken a look and co
News Telltale Brings Five-Chapter Sci-Fi Adventure 'The Expanse' To Switch
Update: Limited Run Games physical release announced
[Fri 17th Apr, 2026 03:55 BST]: 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...
Sunday6th Sep 2026
News Tales Of Eternia Remastered Performance & Resolution Revealed (Switch, Switch 2)
Returning next month
Bandai Namco's role-playing title Tales of Eternia Remastered is on its way to the Switch and Switch 2 next month. It has already revealed some of the changes and improvements to these versions of the games, and in an update on the official website, it's now shared the specifications. Firstly, the frame rate for these versions...
Saturday5th Sep 2026
News Square Enix Announces Tokyo Game Show 2026 Games Lineup
Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts and more
The 2026 Tokyo Game Show takes place between 17th - 21st September 2026, and alongside multiple other developers, Square Enix has now revealed its own lineup for the event. According to its official website, it will feature the following new and existing titles at this year's exhibition: Final Fantasy VII...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (5th September)
The one and Oni
Ah, the weekend! With the working week behind us, it's finally time to put our feet up and tuck into some games. It was a reasonably quiet one in the world of Nintendo this week, but a Sony State of Play brought some announcements our way. Final Fantasy VII Revelation finally got a release date, Final Fantasy Resonance landed a
Opinion Big Walk Is Already My GOTY Because It Brings Faraway Friends Closer Like Nothing Else
These boots are made for big walkin’
People are usually surprised when they hear I’ve managed to stay close with my childhood friends after living overseas for the better part of two decades. I don’t think it’s particularly surprising. But perhaps for most people, great distances and long periods of time without meeting up almost inevitably...
News Maneater Sequel Now In Development For Switch 2, Surfacing 2027
"The ultimate apex predator is back"
During the PlayStation 'State of Play' broadcast this week, Tripwire Interactive and Demiurge Studios made a splash with Maneater 2. This "open-water action-RPG" is now in development for the Switch 2 and follows the release of the original Maneater game on the Switch in 2020. It's scheduled to surface at some...
Friday4th Sep 2026
Available in "limited" supply on Square Enix's webstore
Square Enix has this week confirmed Final Fantasy VII Revelation will be arriving on the Switch 2 in April 2027. Alongside the news, it also shared some details about the retail version (it's a Game-Key Card) and announced multiple versions of the game that will be available at launch. While...
Talking Point Nintendo Directs September 2026 Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?
Two Directs, Nintendo?! That's insane!
The rumour mill was a-churning about an upcoming September Direct, but even the most inside of insiders couldn't have seen this coming: two Directs! One day after another! Yes, Nintendo has announced that it'll hold a duo of presentations next week, starting with a special Zelda 40th anniversary show on 8th...
Round Up The Previews For Final Fantasy Resonance Are In
Here's what the critics had to say
Square Enix is giving the Final Fantasy series the HD-2D treatment this October. Previews (and a demo) have now gone live for Final Fantasy Resonance, and so we've put together this round up to give you a better idea about what to expect. Starting with our own hands on, we've enjoyed what we've encountered so far,...
The vinyl battle
Last year's announcement of a lovely-looking vinyl boxset featuring the Breath of the Wild soundtrack caught many a Zelda fan's attention. Featuring a classy blue-gold box and loads of the game's incredible key art, it's a beautiful collection billed as "the first time a Nintendo soundtrack has been commercially released on vinyl...
Video Monster Hunter Wilds Gets A New Trailer For Its "Massive Expansion"
A Switch 2 version of Wilds is now in development
Back in June, Capcom officially confirmed Monster Hunter Wilds was in development for the Switch 2. While there are no updates about the release date for this platform just yet, Capcom has this week shared the first proper trailer of the game's new expansion Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance. Here's...
Video Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World New Trailer Shows Off 'Wrangler's Gauntlet'
The battle begins on Switch 1 & 2 this December
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is on its way to the Switch 2 this December, and Square Enix has this week released a new trailer for the game titled 'Monster Wrangler'. This new look at the game was aired during PlayStation's State of Play Japan broadcast. It gives fans another look at...
News Dark Horse Comics Announces 'The Art Of Splatoon 3' Hardcover English Release
Available December 2026
If you're a Splatoon fan and love the artwork and designs of the latest mainline release Splatoon 3, you might want to be on the lookout for 'The Art of Splatoon 3' later this year. Dark Horse Comics has this week announced it's releasing this "ink-credible" hardcover art book, featuring over 400 pages of familiar and debut...
News Paper Mario's Nintendo 64 Soundtrack Joins Nintendo Music Today
And so, the story begins
The Switch Online Nintendo Music service has today been updated with the Nintendo 64 album Paper Mario. This RPG arrived in 2000, and its soundtrack was composed by Yuka Tsujiyoko (she is also known for Fire Emblem), with Koji Kondo credited as the "Mario & Yoshi" original music composer. The soundtrack on Nintendo Music...
Thursday3rd Sep 2026
Rumour Nintendo Might Be Updating The Switch 2's LCD Panel
Update: More listings spotted
[Tue 30th Jun, 2026 05:55 BST]: It's not uncommon for Nintendo to release subtle hardware revisions, and a new rumour doing the rounds online this week suggests the Japanese firm could be updating the LCD panel on the Switch 2. Now, before anyone gets too excited, we're not talking about Nintendo swapping the current...
News Nintendo Switch App Update Adds Some Handy New Features
Download it today
Nintendo has already released multiple game updates this week, and it's now rolled out a new software update for its Nintendo Switch App on mobile devices. This is the first update to arrive since earlier this year in March. It might not be the most exciting patch, but it does come with some handy features. Here's what Version...
File under "Hmmm"
Nintendo has historically been very cagey about who actually develops its games; particularly in the last handful of years. With the likes of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, and Mario & Luigi: Brothership, we typically didn't know for definite who the developer is until close to launch (despite often...
Video 13 Exciting New Games Coming To Switch 1 & 2 In September 2026
Not to be Sept on
In a desperate attempt to avoid the month of GTA VI, it seems that every game in the world is planning to release either this month or next. September is looking particularly jam-packed, so to help you pick out the very best of the bunch, our wonderful video team has put together the following list of games we are most excited to...
File size sweats
Square Enix popped up at the end of Sony's State of Play showcase to reveal Final Fantasy VII Revelation's April 2027 release date, and we've now got some more info on the Switch 2 physical release. As shown on the Square Enix website, Revelation will be a Game-Key Card release on Switch 2, with pre-orders now available for £69.99...
Video Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Version 4.0.0 Side-By-Side Comparison (Switch 2 & Switch)
Includes "sharper visuals" and more!
Yesterday, Nintendo surprised Mario Kart fans with a free Switch 2 update for the Switch game Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Apart from the ability to race with up to eight participants in local split-screen, there's also CameraPlay support, as well as resolution and load time improvements. YouTube channel...
Review Star Racer (Switch) - An Indie F-Zero Through And Through
Where we’re going, we don’t (always) need roads
I read a comment about Star Racer somewhere that I quite liked, the gist being that it’s the latest in the ‘F*** it, I’ll do it myself’ genre. This describes a release where an indie developer has decided to fill a gap left open by a bigger studio. The clamour for a new mainline entry in...
News Juliet Is Back! Lollipop Chainsaw's New Game Gets A "World Premiere Demo" At TGS 2026
"Get an early hands-on experience"
Last year, Dragami Games announced it was developing a brand-new Lollipop Chainsaw title, promising at the time to preserve and build upon the appeal of the original game. In an update this week via social media, the developer has revealed Juliet's new game will be featured at Tokyo Game Show 2026 later this...
News Digimon Story: Time Stranger Is Getting A Major Expansion In 2027
With another 50+ Digimon to collect
Digimon Story: Time Stranger is getting a major DLC expansion in 2027 titled A Hero's Eternal Legacy, Bandai Namco has announced. The new trailer showcases some gorgeous gameplay set in a wide open space with lots of Digimon to take on. In fact, there are over 50 new Digimon to collect in what is being described...
News Expect Professor Layton News At Level-5's Upcoming 'Vision 2026 II' Showcase
Will we get a release date?
Level-5 has announced a new showcase, appropriately titled 'Level-5 Vision 2026 II', scheduled to take place on 10th September at 5 AM PT / 8 AM ET / 1 PM BST / 2 PM CEST. This is a follow-up to the company's previous Vision showcase back in April; an event that admittedly didn't really bring the goods in terms of new...
Random Sonic Is An Android In Fortnite Because The Real Sonic "Will Never Hold A Gun"
According to Sonic Team's boss, Takashi Iizuka
In case you missed it, Sonic the Hedgehog recently joined Fortnite, and Sonic Team's boss Takashi Iizuka has now revealed how this collab got approval from Sega. Speaking to IGN, Sonic team was approached by Epic Games "more than a couple of years ago", but the blue blur is a character who will "never...
News Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Trailer Will Give Veteran Fans Goosebumps
Bloody Tears... Need we say more?
Konami has released a new trailer for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and it's a doozy. We see a load of gameplay, of course, but the coolest thing about this latest trailer is that it's got the iconic Bloody Tears track playing in the background – a really nice rendition of it, too. Otherwise, this is definitely...
Japanese Charts Elden Ring Puts Up A Good Fight, But It's Felled By The Reigning Champ
Frisbee Dog, The Fell Omen
We have another look at the latest numbers for physical game sales in Japan, courtesy of Famitsu, and Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition has put up a pretty good fight in its debut week. The Switch 2 release dodge rolled onto the podium right from the jump, shifting 27,604 copies. It wasn't quite enough to get that 'Great...
News Final Fantasy Resonance Demo Arrives On Switch 1 & 2 Today
First dibs
It may have been revealed during Sony's State of Play showcase, but we Nintendo fans can get involved, too — Final Fantasy Resonance is getting a free demo on Switch 1 & 2 today! The demo encompasses the game's entire first chapter, and you'll be able to carry all of your save data over to the full release if you like what you see...
News Final Fantasy VII Revelation Release Date For Switch 2 Revealed
The end is nigh
Square Enix has announced the release date for Final Fantasy VII Revelation. You ready..? It's 8th April 2027. Boom! Feels good to get a firm release date so soon after its initial announcement, right? This comes via Sony's latest State of Play broadcast, during which a bunch of gameplay was also showcased. Now, keep in mind that...
Nintendo Download 3rd September (North America)
Orbitals! Onimusha! Valheim!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing 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! Switch 2 eShop - Highlights: Orbitals (Kepler Interactive, 3rd Sep, $39.99) - Blast off...
Preview Final Fantasy Resonance's Biggest Challenge Is Balancing The New With The Nostalgic
Visions of the past
Was anyone else slightly taken aback by the reveal that Final Fantasy Resonance would be the series' first foray into HD-2D? Perhaps it was the Pixel Remasters or the three Dragon Quest remakes, but this pairing seemed so obvious to me that it's a wonder Square Enix hadn't done it before. After going hands-on with the game at a...
Video Digital Foundry Delivers Its Tech Review For Onimusha: Way Of The Sword
"it holds up pretty darn well"
Digital Foundry has provided its tech review for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, including some crucial commentary on the Switch 2 version. That's what we'll focus on here, but you can check out the above video for information on other platforms too. Starting with performance, DF notes that this is probably the best...
News Final Fantasy VII Revelation To Offer Story Expansion Pass With Sephiroth, Turks DLC
The two additions arrive between "Winter 2027 and Spring 2028"
Final Fantasy VII Revelation is to receive multiple post-release story expansions, according to a Steam listing that's gone live after today's release date reveal. Available both individually or as part of a Story Expansion Pass, the two story DLC packs will first focus on Sephiroth...
PSA Final Fantasy XIV Online Free Subscription Period For Switch 2's "Full Version" Ends Next Week
"You can continue playing the Free Trial free of charge"
Square Enix's MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV Online finally landed on the Switch 2 last month, and Square Enix has now issued a reminder that the "free subscription period" for the "full version" of the game on this platform will soon end. This free period, which was introduced to "help ensure...
News Resident Evil Movie Clip Contains Scenes Of Explicit Violence And Gore
Cool, gimme
Sony Pictures Entertainment has released a new clip for the upcoming Resident Evil movie from director Zach Cregger. It's a pretty violent one too; so much so that it's completely age restricted, and so there's not a lot of point in embedding it here. If you want to check it out, head on over to YouTube. Otherwise, it shows protagonist...
Wednesday2nd Sep 2026
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 13.0.5 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Signs of life with a small update
Alongside multiple other game updates this week, Nintendo has also released a patch for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Switch. This is the first update for the platform fighter since June last year, and bumps the game up to Version 13.0.5. It fixes an issue tied to invalid data in online battles. If any other...
News Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Has Been Updated To Version 4.0.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
A free Switch 2 update is now available
It seems Nintendo isn't done with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe just yet! The new patch today, bumping the title up to Version 4.0.0, includes a free Switch 2 update. This includes support for the Switch 2's display, reduces load times, adds support for 5-8 players in multiplayer, and adds CameraPlay support. Here's...
News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's NES Library With Three More Titles
Japan's Famicom library also got an update
Switch Online's NES Classics library has today added three more titles as part of the September 2026 games update. This latest batch of titles includes Tecmo's 1991 platformer Ninja Gaiden III, Rare's 1992 racing game R.C. Pro-AM II and the 1986 SNK run and gun, Ikari Warriors. Here is the official...
Mini Review The Immortal John Triptych (Switch 2) - One Of The Funniest Games You'll Ever Play
So sayeth me
The Immortal John Triptych is one of the funniest games I’ve ever played – certainly the funniest since Thank Goodness You’re Here. It compiles three titles from developer Joe Richardson: Four Last Things, The Procession To Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate. All were released between 2017 and 2024, but including them in one...
Video Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Looks Gorgeous (And So Silly) On Switch 2
8-player split-screen? C'mon
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe just recently joined Pikmin 3 Deluxe in receiving a rather tantalising free update to make it look much better when played on the Switch 2. If you're curious to see just how much an improvement you can expect, our lovely video producer Alex has booted it up and provided some direct gameplay. Not only...
News Minecraft Is Making Changes To Minecoins On Nintendo Platforms
Minecoins purchased on Nintendo devices can only be used on Switch or Switch 2
Ahead of the release of Minecraft on the Switch 2 this October, Mojang has announced changes are coming to how you spend Minecoins purchased on Nintendo platforms and cross-play. Starting 27th October 2026 (Minecraft's Switch 2 launch date), 'Minecoins' purchased on...
Rumour Retail Listing Suggests Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced May Be Coming To Switch 2
Can open, worms everywhere
Rumours of an upcoming Nintendo Direct are starting to pick up speed, and a new retail listing suggests that a pretty significant Ubisoft game could be heading to Switch 2 very soon. According to a listing from French retailer E.Leclerc, the Switch 2 will be getting an Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced themed 'Advanced...
News Fire Emblem Dev Intelligent Systems Adds Fortune's Weave To Its Completed Works
It's also opened a new social account
We're just weeks out from the release of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, and the game's developer Intelligent Systems is officially gearing up for the big release. As spotted by fans, its website has now been updated with the upcoming Switch 2 exclusive. The new entry is now also featured on the company's "Works"...
UK Charts Elden Ring Starts Strong, But It's Metal Gear That Takes The Crown
This is good, isn't it?
Well folks, it was a bit delayed this week, but we finally have the latest data for the UK boxed charts. It's quite an interesting one too, as we have a few new faces joining the ranks. First up, Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition makes its debut at number five; a perfectly fine start for what is technically a Switch 2 exclusive,...
News Street Fighter's Latest Trailer Looks Utterly Ridiculous In The Best Way
You can also "play" it
Paramount Pictures and Legendary have released a new trailer for Street Fighter, the latest attempt to adapt the iconic fighting series into a movie. Street Fighter movies don't have the best reputation, largely thanks to the astoundingly awful Legend of Chun-Li in 2009. But we've gotta be honest: this one looks so damn good...
News Got A Spare $400? This Pokémon 24-Movie Blu-Ray Collection Could Be Yours
Misty-eyed
Y'know, given the fact that the first Pokémon movie was quite literally called Pokémon: The First Movie, we perhaps should have known that more would be on the way. But there are 24 now. 24. With a 25th on the way very soon, in fact. And so if you fancy playing catch up and have a spare $400 lying around, Amazon US has a rather...
Feature Playing Until We Get It Right - How Perfectionism Appears In Gaming
And what we can do about it when we spot it
Breath of the Wild was one of my first video games after an unintentional gaming hiatus (#adulting, sigh). I was good at it—some of it, at least, things like exploring the map, completing side quests, and flurry rushing enemies. But getting the bonus treasure chest in Ree Dahee Shrine? I couldn’t...
Guide How To Set Up A 96 Track Race In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Fancy a marathon session? Here's how to get it going
The ability to play a 96 track race is an option introduced in update 4.0.0 of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. The patch - which added support for various Switch 2-specific features, including clearer visuals, reduced loading times and support for up to eight players beyond the standard four - also added a...
Tuesday1st Sep 2026
Review Orbitals (Switch 2) - One Of The Best Co-Op Games Of The Year
Celestial
Every moment in Orbitals feels electrifying. From the first blast of its excellent theme song to soaring through a technicolour galaxy while firing lasers, teaming up with a pal to fix space junk and save our colony, and occasionally stopping to check out a new freaky little alien. This co-operative title moves at a breakneck pace, but...
News Nintendo Fans Are Convinced Ubisoft Revealed The Next Direct Date
Here we go
If there's one thing Nintendo fans love to speculate about, it's when on earth we'll see the next Direct broadcast. Not that we don't have quite enough on our plates right now, thank you very much. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is right around the corner and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort launches in October, not to mention there's a...
News Pikmin 3 Deluxe Updated To Version 1.2.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
A free Switch 2 update adding enhanced resolution & more
Nintendo has rolled out an update for the Switch title Pikmin 3 Deluxe today, bumping the game up to Version 1.2.0. According to Nintendo's official support page, this update adds support for the Switch 2 display, which results in a "sharper image". This apparently applies to both the docked...
This Old Snake knows some new tricks
Editor's Note: If you're looking for our thoughts on the individual releases within the Collection, then check out our reviews of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, which you can buy individually on the Switch eShop. When
Goodwill Geralt
One of the biggest surprises from this year's Gamescom ONL showcase was the announcement of The Witcher III: Wild Hunt - Remastered for the Switch 2; a reveal made all the more sweet thanks to the confirmation that it would be free for current owners. In speaking with The Game Business, CD Projekt Red CEO Michał Nowakowski stated...
Wo close, yet wo far
The Soulslike genre has started strong on Switch 2, with the likes of Lies of P and Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition thriving on Nintendo’s console with minimal drawbacks. The same cannot be said, however, for Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition. This port of Team Ninja’s Sekiro-inspired action game – which contains...
Round Up The Reviews For Orbitals On Switch 2 Are In
A new co-op king?
The review embargo for Orbitals has lifted, so we're starting to see a bunch of verdicts making their way online ahead of its Switch 2 launch on 3rd September 2026. Now, we thought it was a cracking co-op experience, and so we awarded Orbitals a score of 9/10. Here's a snippet of what reviewer Nathan Ellingsworth said in his...
Round Up The Reviews For Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Are In
Here's what the critics had to say
Capcom has already delivered a solid line up of games in 2026, and this week it adds to this with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. This includes a Switch 2 version, and if you haven't already seen it, here's a sample of our Nintendo Life review. We said it was a superb samurai survival, awarding it 9/10 stars...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For September & October 2026
'berfest begins
And we're off! The busiest quarter of the gaming year is here to stretch the capacity of your wallet and your Micro SD Express Cards. To start off, September sees a brand-new Onimusha, some long-awaited ports, and two Switch 2 exclusives in the form of the co-op Orbitals and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave. Then October arrives with...
News CD Projekt Red "Very Happy" With Cyberpunk 2077 Sales On Switch 2
"the most important bit is that the players are happy"
It's safe to say that, besides from Mario Kart World, CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition was the game of the Switch 2's launch in 2025. That probably sounds strange considering it's a port of a title that infamously had a disastrous start on other platforms, but by the time it...
News Konami Press Start Showcase Announced, Expect News, Updates And "Exclusive Footage"
Streaming worldwide this week
If you're a fan of Konami, you're going to want to tune into the company's new 'Konami Press Start' showcase, which is taking place this week on 3rd September 2026. According to the official announcement , it will feature the "latest news and updates" from Konami Games. This particular edition of the showcase will...
News Mario Tennis Fever Serves Up A Small Update On Switch 2 (Version 1.1.1)
Return to the court today
Mario Tennis Fever for the Switch 2 has received a small update today and it's now running Version 1.1.1. In this latest patch, there are some general changes. One adjusts the return of high balls to produce a Star Shot, and along with this are some bug fixes tied to Amps. Here's the full rundown, courtesy of Nintendo's...
News Hideki Kamiya Says Capcom Has "No Awareness" Of How Scary Resident Evil Is
"I’ve never been a fan of horror"
Despite directing one of the greatest survival horror games of all time with Resident Evil 2, game creator Hideki Kamiya has always been open about his aversion to scary stuff. Now, in speaking with VGC, Kamiya has called out Capcom directly for supposedly having "no awareness" of how scary its flagship survival...
News New Metaphor: ReFantazio Trailer Showcases More Switch 2 Footage
Atlus, my love has come along
Metaphor: ReFantazio appeared on the Gamescom Switch 2 show floor last month, but for those who weren't lucky enough to attend, you may still be wondering how Atlus' 2024 fantasy RPG holds up on our beloved little hybrid. Enter today's new 'pre-order trailer'. Atlas has dropped a brand new look at the game on Switch 2...
News Capcom Spotlight Presentation Kicks Off TGS 2026 Later This Month
A 40 minute broadcast covering the latest Capcom news
With Gamescom wrapped, the focus now shifts to the Tokyo Game Show later this month. As part of this upcoming event, Capcom has now announced it will be broadcasting a special Capcom Spotlight Presentation. This global spotlight will take place on 16th September 2026 and promises to bring fans...
News New Nintendo Creator's Voice Vid Goes Behind The Scenes On Onimusha: Way Of The Sword
See the face scanner in action
Nintendo is continuing its trend of releasing behind-the-scenes Creator's Voice videos for its third-party Switch 2 support, and today, we're getting a closer look at Onimusha: Way of the Sword. In this seven-minute video, director Satoru Nihei walks us through the game's creation, touching on how the team made the...
