News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 23.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
It's not much, but it's something
Guide All Stranded Keypad Codes In Modern Warfare 4
The numbers, Mason - what do they mean?
News The First Review For Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Is In
A fresh take on the world of Castlevania
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 "Replica N64 Box" Revealed
A bonus available in France
News - October, 2026
TodayTue, 27th Oct 2026
News Pokémon Unite Ending Service For Switch In March 2027
"Thank you for playing"
There's been a lot of talk about the free-to-play MOBA Pokémon Unite potentially winding down since it was officially dropped from the World Championships in July, and The Pokémon Company has today announced it's ending the service. This will be taking place on 23rd March 2027, and applies to "both the Nintendo Switch and...
News Hori Unveils Brand New Legend Of Zelda Switch 2 Products
Just in time for the OoT remake
Timed in with the launch of Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2 next week and Zelda's 40th anniversary celebrations, Japanese accessory maker HORI has announced a brand new line of Zelda-themed products. As highlighted on its website and social media, these items include a "slim hard pouch" (4,480 yen), a shoulder...
Adjustments, fixes and more
Earlier this month, Capcom mentioned how it was currently working on an update for the Switch 2 version of Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, and it's now officially live. It comes loaded with adjustments and fixes addressing issues with vocations, pawns, enemies and much more. So if you've encountered any bugs in the...
News Capcom Reveals Another Robot Master For Mega Man: Dual Override
Meet the "robot oil manager"
Capcom has been building excitement for Mega Man: Dual Override with new details and gameplay footage. Now, it's shared some footage of the Robot Master, Tank Man. As highlighted by Rockman Corner, this news was shared last week at Capcom's Paris Games Week Panel. It also gives us a brief look at his stage, which shows...
News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Game Boy Library With Three More Titles
Update: Avenging Spirit, Mole Mania & Revenge of the 'Gator are now available
[Fri 23rd Oct, 2026 02:25 BST]: Following a Switch Online update last week adding three GBA titles, Nintendo has today announced it's adding three more Game Boy games to the subscription service next week. On 27th October 2026, this classic handheld library will be...
Both events have already "sold out"
Ahead of the launch of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on the Switch 2 next week, Nintendo has officially revealed its midnight launch plans for the New York and
YesterdayMon, 26th Oct 2026
Top Piks, as ranked by you
26th October 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of Pikmin's Japanese debut on GameCube. To celebrate, we're republishing this reader-ranked list of the best Pikmin games ahead of Pikmin 4's return on Switch 2 on 12th November. Enjoy! Beginning with the original Pikmin on GameCube back in 2001, Shigeru Miyamoto's...
Community 42 Switch Games We Missed, As Recommended By You
Part 13 - Unlucky for none
And we're back for the next instalment of our 'Games We Missed' series, where Nintendo Life readers nominate great Switch games we weren't able to cover with a review. For Part 13(!) of this twice-yearly series, we've got a whopping 42 games to consider for your wishlist spanning Switches 1 and 2, with trailers for your...
News Nintendo Has Scheduled 3DS And Switch Maintenance For This Week
Never too late
Nintendo has released its weekly network maintenance schedule, and what do you know, the 3DS is back getting some TLC. Despite having all of its online servers shut down over two years ago now, 'All network services' for the beloved clamshell are being tinkered with later today for two hours from 10pm GMT / 11pm CET / 3pm PT. This...
Mini Review Minecraft (Switch 2) - A Satisfying Upgrade Overall, But Where's Mouse Mode?
Another day, another Minecraft port
Minecraft has received around 20 different ports and versions since 2011. It was only a matter of time before one would show up for Switch 2, and while there aren't any big new features, it's a solid upgrade over the now-creaky Switch version. At its core, Minecraft is still just as infinitely deep and...
Guide Modern Warfare 4's Best Guns In Multiplayer
The top weapons to aim for
The best guns in Modern Warfare 4 include a lethally-quick marksman rifle, an all purpose assault rifle, and a shotgun that can be wielded for fast hip-fire takedowns. To make the most of your first few hours in multiplayer, you’ll want to prioritise levelling up only the very best weapons. This guide explains the...
News Nintendo's New Switch 2 Ad Is As Wholesome As They Come
We're not crying, YOU'RE crying
Trust Nintendo to catch you off guard on a Monday morning with a Switch 2 ad so wholesome it brings an actual tear to your eye. The latest from Nintendo UK is exactly that. It has it all — a break-up, university isolation, finding comfort in family — crammed into a swift one minute, and it shows us just how smug...
Lava to see it
We imagine that most of you here will have heard of a little game called Super Mario Bros., right? But how many of you have thought about how strange the big showdowns with Bowser are? As far as 'boss battles' are concerned, there's very little... battling. Well, in a recent press conference celebrating his Order of Culture award,...
UK Charts Switch Sports Resort And Call Of Duty Are Fast Off The Start Line
Modern Thumb Warfare
We made it to the final week of October, and the new releases show no sign of slowing down. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 were the biggies this time around, and the multi-platform appeal of the latter meant that it secured the top spot (with a mere 3% of sales coming from Switch 2). Sports...
News "We Couldn't Believe It" - Man's Forgotten Pokémon Collection Sells For $2 Million
Money where your Meowth is
We've heard all kinds of wild Pokémon resale stories over the years, but this one might just be the craziest of the bunch and has left us ringing our parents telling them to get up in the loft and look for our old collections again. Last week, we heard that a man from Woking, UK, had received an eye-watering £1.56...
News Marvel Cosmic Invasion Lands New Roguelike Game Mode In Upcoming Doomsday-Themed DLC
Dormammu, I've come to bargain
Tribute Games and Dotemu have been teasing us with Marvel Cosmic Invasion's upcoming 'Siege of Castle Doom' DLC for a while now. We learnt that Sue Storm and Doctor Doom will be joining the fray as playable characters in the last news drop, and today, we've finally got some details on the expansion's new game mode...
News Shenmue 3 Enhanced Has Been Delayed Into Next Year
Shenmove over
Those looking forward to dive into some Shenmue III Enhanced before the year is up better temper their expectations, as ININ Games has today announced that the remake is being shifted into 2027. Despite sitting on a mysterious 'Q4 2026' release window for a while now, the dev today announced in a newsletter (via Shenmue Dojo) that it...
Sunday25th Oct 2026
PSA Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Switch 2 Update Now Live, Here Are The Details
Get downloading
If you're playing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 this weekend, you might need to update the game since your last session. Activision hasn't shared any official notice about this at the time of writing, but a new patch for this version of the title has now gone live. Players are reporting this update requires a download...
News "Forward Now, Into Oblivion's Inky Embrace" - Darkest Dungeon II Now Has A Switch 2 Edition
A paid upgrade is also available
A lot of Switch games have been getting Switch 2 Editions recently, and the latest one is for the roguelike role-playing title, Darkest Dungeon 2. It's priced at $42.98 / £36.24, or if you own the existing version on Switch, you can get the upgrade pack for just $2.99 / £2.24 (or your regional equivalent). The...
Feature Box Art Brawl - Duel: Avenging Spirit (Game Boy)
Spirits, Assemble
We are back with another Box Art Brawl! Last time, we took a look at a head-to-head match-up for Metal Slug Advance — celebrating its arrival on the NSO GBA library — and it was yet another one-sided affair. North America and Europe took a commanding win with 73% of the vote, leaving the Japanese variant with the remaining...
Feature 30 Years Later, I'm Finally Learning To Play The Ocarina (And You Should Too)
Ocarina of Mine
My first ocarina was from a hippy shop in Birmingham that also sold dreamcatchers. It was a circular brick-coloured one with zig-zag patterns, probably meant to look ‘ethnic’? A few years later I found some charcoal-dark, pebble-smooth pendant Ocarinas whilst backpacking in China. They look and feel almost naturally formed,...
Video The Tomb Raider Series Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary This Week
"Here's to our lady of tombs"
Earlier this week, the third entry in Lara Croft's Tomb Raider 'Survivor' trilogy got shadow-dropped on the Switch 2. This lines up with Tomb Raider's 30th anniversary this week. Now, to add to this, Aspyr has released a special celebration trailer. It showcases all the games this particular team has helped revive in...
Saturday24th Oct 2026
ICYMI Cult Of The Lamb Summons A Switch 2 Version, Includes Free Upgrade Path
Join the cult today
Cult of the Lamb has continued to receive all sorts of updates since it launched on the Switch, and now developer Massive Monster has shared some massive news. The title, where you start your own cult and build up a loyal following, will be getting a Switch 2 version next week on 22nd October 2026. If you own the existing...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (24th October)
Peak gaming
The weekend? Already? It was a reasonably busy one in Nintendo Land this week, as we marked 10 years since the big Switch 1 reveal, got a nostalgic throwback with the new Ocarina of Time trailer, received yet
Feature 15 Years Ago, 'Return To Dream Land' Ushered In Kirby's Golden Era
Kirban legend
Kirby has always been one of Nintendo's more consistently successful franchises. While the little pink puffball never had anything remotely resembling a 'dark era' like many other Nintendo series, there was a time around the turn of the century where Kirby began to spin his wheelies a bit. After the 2000 release of Kirby 64: The...
News "Final Battle" - Nintendo Music Expands Its Library With The ARMS Soundtrack
"Raise your hands (and arms)"
It's an exciting week if you're an ARMS fan, with Nintendo updating its music application Nintendo Music with the game's soundtrack. Here's what you can expect from this latest update for the service, including the full list of songs and various other details, including the game's composers. ARMS (Nintendo Switch,...
Friday23rd Oct 2026
The Price you pay
It's been a while since I played a Call of Duty, but Modern Warfare 4 felt all at once familiar and refined to the Nth degree. Basic movement in this game is just majestic. Infinity Ward has had plenty of practice honing the fundamentals, of course, but there's a balletic precision to CoD's locomotion that feels elegant, 'natural'...
Guide 61 Switch 1 & 2 Games You Should Check Out In Nintendo's 'Halloween Sale' (Europe)
Every game we scored 9/10 or higher, plus a personal pick
After Nintendo of America launched its 'Screaming Deals' sale earlier this week, we knew it wouldn't be long before Europe followed suit. The 'Halloween Sale' is now live for those in Europe, with delicious discounts on a boatload of titles available until 1st November. So, naturally, we...
Saturday24th Oct 2026
News The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 ESRB Rating Summary Published
Cover up?
Back in July, the game rating for the remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time was spotted on Nintendo's official store page. In case you missed it, it's E10+. The title contains "animated blood" and "fantasy violence". Now, in a small update, the rating summary has officially gone live on the Entertainment Software Rating Board...
Friday23rd Oct 2026
News Switch 2 Supposedly Jailbroken Via Software-Only Exploit
Nintendo responds by delisting a Switch title
Nintendo appears to have removed the programming software SmileBASIC 4 from the eShop following the supposed discovery of a Switch 2 jailbreak. The "software-only" tethered jailbreak 'ns2jb' was apparently created by Sammy 'pepsipu' Hajhamid, with the help of OpenAI's Codex. It allows arbitrary native...
News Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom "Exclusive Edition" Statue Officially Revealed, Pre-Orders Now Open
Get an early bird discount
[Tue 13th Oct, 2026 01:40 BST]: The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary is well underway, and following an "exclusive edition" Link statue earlier this year, First 4 Figures has now revealed a Zelda figure. This "sneak peek" offers a brief look at a 12" painted pvc statue based on Princess Zelda from
Review Village In The Shade (Switch 2) - A Farm Sim That Plays With Cosy Tropes In Clever Ways
Tricks of the shade
The farming-sim genre needed Village in the Shade. The horror-tinged cosy game plays all the right beats to slot seamlessly into the library of farming adventures that seemingly come out every month. In fact, its visuals, mechanics, soundtrack, and overall feel would make it one of the better cosy titles to come out in the past...
Guide When Does Modern Warfare 4 Season 1 Release?
Warzone integration and more on the way
While Modern Warfare 4 has released in full, Season 1 doesn't unlock until early November. The first season offers a Battle Pass with various rewards to chase, plus integration with live service spin-off Call of Duty: Warzone. And for those with the game’s Vault Edition, it's also when you can claim your...
News Mass Effect: Universe Trailer Leaked Online As BioWare Shuts Down
"This is a real trailer"
Yesterday, it was revealed EA would be shutting down the RPG developer BioWare and ending "early development" on its next Mass Effect project. Now, in an update, a trailer of this game has apparently surfaced online, with Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier confirming it's the "real" deal. BioWare was supposedly working on it...
Guide How To Get Double XP Tokens In Modern Warfare 4
Bag yourself extra experience from your playtime
Double XP tokens allow you to squeeze out more from your Modern Warfare 4 sessions, whether it’s in DMZ or multiplayer. A Call of Duty staple, the 2XP Token can boost either your player rank or weapon experience, and comes with a significant change for this year’s edition: the fact that Tokens no...
"We would like to sincerely apologize"
Third-party video game giant Capcom has suffered a major data breach recently, exposing the personal information of more than 11.7 million customer "CAPCOM ID" accounts around the world. The data leak includes emails, client IP addresses used during the last login, and other details such as account creation...
News Shigeru Miyamoto Becomes First Game Dev To Receive Japan's Prestigious Culture Award
Onward and upward!
Adding to what is surely the most stacked roster of lifetime achievements, Shigeru Miyamoto is set to be awarded the prestigious Order of Culture award next month. The award, which first began way back in the 1930s, will be given by the Emperor of Japan on the nation's Culture Day (3rd November), and is awarded to those who have...
Gallery iam8bit's Sonic Legacy Cartridges Are Stunning, But Are They Worth The Money?
For a select few, potentially
When iam8bit announced its Legacy Cartridge Collection for Sonic and Sonic 2 on Sega Genesis a few months back, it's safe to say that most people were taken aback by the price. Available via iam8bit's official store page, each cartridge — complete with authentic case, instruction manual, and poster — is priced at...
PSA Hitman: Absolution's Switch 2 Upgrade Path Is Free For Now, But Be Quick!
Limited-time freebie
Hitman: Absolution - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition finally snuck onto the new console earlier this week, and it's free to all those who own the game on Switch 1! At least, it's free for now. Yes, as flagged by Feral Interactive, the upgrade path to the Switch 2 edition is only free until 4th November, while the game itself is...
Guide How To Get Outfits In Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
Fit as a fiddle
Switch Sports Resort offers a far simpler character customisation suite than its predecessor, so you'll no doubt be wondering how to beef up your wardrobe with outfits and accessories from the jump. In this guide, we'll explain how to get outfits in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, detailing both unlockable and purchasable options...
Countdown Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Dungeon Crawl #6 - Forget The Hate, It Still Floats My Boat
These boots are made for sinking
It's the one we've all been waiting for. I am six weeks into my Ocarina of Time N64 playthrough, taking a look at one dungeon each week, and I have finally arrived at the most-discussed of the bunch. After clearing the halfway point with the Fire Temple, it was time to tackle the Ice Cavern and head back over to...
Thursday22nd Oct 2026
Opinion I May Never Play The Original Ocarina Of Time Again
A thing isn't beautiful because it lasts
A classic xkcd webcomic came to mind while I watched last week’s Zelda Direct live. In the one-panel comic, two people from the far future (as evidenced by their Jetsons-style bubble ship) say their goodbyes. Here’s the interaction: “Bye!” “May the Force be with you!” “Huh?” “It’s just...
News Cyberpunk 2077: Edgerunners 2 Update (2.5) Officially Revealed, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Coming to Switch 2 soon
CD Projekt Red has now shared the official details about the Cyberpunk 2077: Edgerunners 2 Update (2.5). The good news is the Switch 2 version is getting everything, including cross-platform mod support. However, as noted by CDPR, Nintendo players won't receive Update 2.5 alongside the Xbox and PlayStation versions. The...
News EA Shuts Down Legendary RPG Developer BioWare
"Early development" on the next Mass Effect is also ending
After more than three decades, Electronic Arts has today confirmed the closure of the legendary RPG developer BioWare. The studio has released an official statement on its website about the shutdown. It's also announced "early development" on the next Mass Effect project is ending...
News Surprise! 'Shadow Of The Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition' Has Shadow Dropped On Switch 2
Trilogy bundle also gets a surprise launch
After the previous two games in the 'Survivor' trilogy arrived on Switch 2 with no fanfare, we shouldn't be surprised by today's news. But alas, here we are! Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition has shadow dropped on Switch 2. 'Shadow' caps off the Tomb Raider trilogy in style, with Aspyr once...
Guide Nintendo Switch Sports Resort: All Spocco Photo & Hibiscus Hunt Locations
Shutter island
If you have explored Nintendo Switch Sports Resort's Leisure Sports, then the chances are you will have stumbled across some of Wuhu Island's Spocco Photos and Hibiscus Hunt Missions. These are the two main collectibles in Prop Plane, Skateboarding and Power Cruising's Sightseeing Tours, and with a reward for collecting them all,...
Review Steins;Gate Re:Boot (Switch 2) - The Timeless Visual Novel Gets A Fresh Lick Of Paint
El Psy Kongroo
Want to know why life in a world without time travel is such a bummer? No matter when you decide to take the plunge or how many other games you play, you can only ever experience Steins;Gate for the first time once. Even more than 15 years on from its debut, it is no exaggeration to call 5pb and Nitroplus’ quirky little character...
Nintendo Download 22nd October (North America)
Final Fantasy! I Am Your Beast! Wuhu Island!
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. Also, seeing as we missed last week's Download, we've bundled that in at the...
News Digital Foundry Dives Into Monster Hunter Wilds' Switch 2 Demo
It's Wild out there
We are still a good few weeks away from Monster Hunter Wilds' 4th December Switch 2 release date, but earlier this week, Capcom released a demo for it on our beloved hybrids, and the tech experts over at Digital Foundry are here with an analysis of how it all plays. Cutting straight to the point, DF's Oliver Mackenzie seems very...
Japanese Charts Castlevania And Tales Of Eternia Battle It Out For The Gold
Tales of Castlevania
We are back with our latest look at the Japanese physical charts from Famitsu, and two new releases have been racing for the top spot this week. Both Tales of Eternia Remastered and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse came out of the gate swinging, but it was the former that just about secured the win, taking 17,911 sales over...
Just a week out from the Switch 2 release
Last year, Minecraft got a DLC crossover with the manga and anime series Dragon Ball Z. Now, almost a year later, a special "1.1 Legends Update" has been released. It comes loaded with new fighters (like Bardock, Teen Gohan, Gotenks, Vegito), new battle areas, and you'll also be able to compete in a new...
News EA Outlines Future Development Plans As It Prepares To Cut Around 400 Jobs
Sports games remain top priority, unsurprisingly
Alongside the news Electronic Arts is shutting down BioWare and reports about it axing around 400 jobs across the entire company, EA executives have also revealed future development plans. According to an internal letter to staff,
News Limited Run Announces Hitman: Absolution Switch 2 Physical Release, Here's A Look
Pre-orders go live next week
Hitman: Absolution is out today on the Switch 2, and alongside this, Limited Run Games has announced it will be distributing the physical version. Pre-orders will open next week from 30th October 2026 - 6th December 2026. Here's a look at the game's box art. The fine print also notes how it comes with the Switch game...
News Pokémon Apps Are Coming Back Online After Extended Cybersecurity Outage
Sleep, HOME and Champions all went down yesterday
You may have read yesterday about the cybersecurity alert that hit sites and apps around the world after two vulnerabilities were found in the popular programming language, PHP. The Pokémon Company were one of the many teams hit by the outage, with Pokémon HOME, Sleep and Champions all going...
Wednesday21st Oct 2026
News The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Estimated File Size Revealed
Update: File size spotted on download card
[Wed 9th Sep, 2026 02:30 BST]: The digital listing for the Switch 2 version of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is now live on the eShop and it includes the game's estimated file size. According to Nintendo's official store, Link's classic Nintendo 64 quest "remade for a whole new era" is estimated to...
Every game we scored 9/10 or higher, plus a personal pick
Nintendo is welcoming the spooky season the only way it knows how: with a big old eShop sale, of course! The 'Screaming Deals' sale is now live on the North American eShop, bringing welcome discounts to a whole host of Switch 1 and 2 bangers until 31st October at 11:59 PT — so make sure...
News Cyberpunk 2077: Edgerunners 2 Free Update (2.5) Arrives This Week
Details have reportedly leaked ahead of schedule
Following the recent release of The Witcher 3 Remastered, CD Projekt Red has now announced a new free update is on the way to Cyberpunk 2077. Edgerunners 2 Update (2.5) will be arriving this week on 22nd October 2026, and more details will be revealed later today on a special "Redstreams" broadcast...
Feature After 15 Years Of Coming "Directly To You", Here Are The Best Nintendo Direct Moments Ever
Direct message
That’s right, the humble news delivery machine that is the Nintendo Direct celebrates its 15th birthday on 21st October and to celebrate, we’re chronicling the 15 top moments from their illustrious history. To do so, yours truly has scrubbed through dozens upon dozens of nearly hour-long videos packed full of games,...
News Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Has Been Updated To Ver. 1.1.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
You and Mii
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort releases tomorrow (22nd October), and Nintendo is making sure that launch day goes smoothly by releasing its very first update. The ver. 1.1.0 update is now available. As is often the case with these launch-day jobbies, its purpose is mainly to enable all of the online modes so everyone can play some...
Wibble-wobble
At a glance, JSAUX’s 6-in-1 Dock for the Switch 2 is a compelling piece of kit. In addition to docking your console for TV mode, it also contains four slots to charge Joy-Con, along with space to charge your Pro Controller. With a foldable design, it makes for a handy travel companion, and the slick display screen is a neat little...
News Strange Scaffold's Super Slick Revenge Shooter Is Out Now On Switch 2
Beast your eyes
Strange Scaffold — the developer behind Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown, El Paso, Elsewhere, Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator and more — announced last month that it was bringing its super slick FPS I Am Your Beast to Switch 1 and 2. Well, what do you know, it's available right now
News Ubisoft's Extreme Sports Playground 'Riders Republic' Launches On Switch 2 This December
Jump into a massive multiplayer sandbox
Ubisoft has shown strong support for the Switch 2 since its launch last year, bringing franchises such as Assassin's Creed to the system. Now, in a special 5th anniversary livestream this week, the Riders Republic team has announced a Switch 2 version of the game is on the way. This massive multiplayer...
News A Permanent Pokémon Store Is Finally Coming To London
The first of "several" outside Asia
After years of us leaving the pop-up shop at the European International Championships and wondering, "why isn't this a permanent thing?", it seems our wishes have finally been answered. The Pokémon Company has today announced that a "permanent, physical Pokémon store" is set to open in London. The store (not...
News All Aboard! Denshattack Physical Edition Arriving On Switch 2 In 2027
Here's an early look
If you've been holding out for a physical copy of Denshattack!, you'll be pleased to hear it's "coming soon" to the Switch 2. The video game merchandise company Fangamer will be releasing standard and deluxe editions at some point in 2027. You can sign up to the same site to be notified about when the physical edition will be...
News Award-Winning Indie Horror 'Mouthwashing' Finally Arrives On Switch This Month
Eye spy
Creepy space horror Mouthwashing became something of an indie sensation when it launched back in 2024. After racking up over 500,000 Steam sales, publisher Critical Reflex announced that a Switch version was in the works and now (a year on from that announcement), we finally have a release date. As revealed in yesterday's Xbox Showcase,...
News WWE 2K26 Collides With Street Fighter In "First-Ever" Collab Next Week
Inspired by WWE x Street Fighter figures
Apart from the launch of the new live-action Street Fighter movie, the wrestling series WWE 2K has recently announced its "first ever" collaboration with Street Fighter. This particular collab for WWE 2K26 is slightly different. Rather than being based on the new Street Fighter movie or game, it's actually...
Tuesday20th Oct 2026
Review Nintendo Switch Sports Resort (Switch 2) - A Winning Return To Wuhu
Woohoo Island
I awake, fist contorted into the shape of a Joy-Con 2, with a sharp pain in my right shoulder from a night of strenuous Table Tennis. There must be a new Nintendo Sports game out. Like everyone else in the world, I poured days into Wii Sports back in 2006, and spent an ungodly amount of time taking to the skies of Wuhu Island in its...
Review Castlevania: Belmont's Curse (Switch) - A Pro-Grade Metroidvania With A Stiff Learning Curve
This time it's war
What is a Castlevania game? Nothing but a miserable little melting pot of horror tropes drawn from famous literary archetypes—Carpathian gothica populated by Universal monsters and their lesser minions—with inspirations that run the gamut from Scandinavian folklore to Greek myth. Schematically, it is a series of...
Review Final Fantasy Resonance (Switch 2) - Plays Like A Lost Entry From Earlier In The Series
Good to have you back, old friend
Over the years, Final Fantasy has been nothing if not inventive, as its largely anthology-based approach has led to a variety of JRPG game design experiments. Yet in more recent years, it feels like the franchise has strayed from its roots, with more old-school fans pining for a return to the days when Final Fantasy...
News New Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Trailer Is A Throwback To The '90s N64 Ads
Art thou hyped?
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time might not be Nintendo's next Switch 2 exclusive (don't worry Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, we haven't forgotten about you), but the looming 5th November release date means that the marketing campaign is in full swing. We're getting new trailers, shorts and TV spots all over the place at the...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
Resort it out
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort takes us back to Wuhu Island on Thursday, but as is customary, reviews have gone live prior to launch, and the critical reaction seems pretty warm. Sitting on a Metascore of 79 from 46 reviews at the time of writing, this return for Nintendo's 'Sports' following 2022's Nintendo Switch Sports has hit the...
Wednesday21st Oct 2026
News Surprise! Aspyr Is Remastering A Shrek Game
Update: Shrek 2 Remastered officially announced
[Sat 17th Oct, 2026 07:00 BST]: Aspyr Media, the team behind the recent Lord of the Rings and Middle-earth ports for Nintendo platforms, has apparently got a remaster of Shrek 2 in the pipeline. This announcement has seemingly been leaked ahead of schedule via an official Xbox Store listing. A
Tuesday20th Oct 2026
News Pokémon Pokopia And Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Shortlisted For 'Console Game Of The Year'
Award season is here
We're getting closer to that time of year when a lot of game awards are announced and it seems Nintendo is already up for some nominations. The 44th annual Golden JoyStick Awards for 2026 have now opened voting across 21 categories, and a handful of Nintendo games have been shortlisted. Firstly, the surprise hit Pokémon...
Impressions Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 DMZ - CoD's Extraction Shooter Mode Hits The Target
3vPvPvE
The tension at the heart of modern Call of Duty between the on-rails rollercoaster of the campaign versus the sandbox design that's evolved over the last two decades of open-world gaming has resulted in three modes getting equal billing in Modern Warfare 4. You've got your traditional narrative Campaign, which I covered last week (it's...
Reminder Monster Hunter Wilds Switch 2 Prologue Demo Now Available
Join the hunt today
[Thu 15th Oct, 2026 03:05 BST]: Last month, Capcom announced it would be releasing a Prologue Demo for Monster Hunter Wilds on the Switch 2. It's now provided an update about this, announcing it will be available next week on 19th October 2026. It will be a completely free download and allows you to carry your save data over to...
Round Up The Reviews For The Street Fighter Movie Are In
Here's what the critics think
The new live-action Street Fighter movie made its debut in cinemas last week, and the critic reviews are now rolling in. The first global box office update has also been shared, with the film reportedly banking $51.1 million in its opening weekend. In comparison, the
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Final Fantasy Resonance
Did it resonate?
After a slice of nostalgia? Final Fantasy Resonance arrives later this week on 22nd October, and it looks to be a real series throwback. With that release date right around the corner, Square Enix has lifted the lid on the game's reviews today, so we can get a good idea of what to expect from the full release. Here at Nintendo...
News "Wow, What A View" - Shift Up Shows Off Stellar Blade's Stunning Photo Mode On Switch 2
"Focus on what's important"
Stellar Blade will grace the Switch 2 next month, and ahead of the official launch, developer Shift Up has released a new trailer for this version, showcasing the game's Photo Mode. This will allow you to "transform each moment" into your own personal masterpiece. Attached to this mode are precise controls, dynamic...
News The Runtime Of Sonic's Fourth Movie Outing Has Seemingly Been Revealed
Speeding into cinemas next March
It's Sonic's 35th birthday this year, and the celebrations will continue next year with the release of the new live-action movie Sonic the Hedgehog 4. Since the cast reveal and the news filming has officially wrapped, we haven't heard much, but there's now been a new discovery. As highlighted by Sonic Stadium,...
News Ready To Feel Old? The Switch 1 Reveal Trailer Launched A Whopping 10 Years Ago Today
Ha Ha Ha Ha (nope)
We're all mature enough that we understand the concept of time. Sure, occasionally something catches us a little off-guard and we need a moment to recuperate, but on the whole, we're pretty good at acting rationally to big anniversaries, despite the fact that they feel like only yesterd- Wait, what do you mean the original...
News Pixel Art RPG 'Drova' Is Getting A Switch 2 Sequel Next Year
Torn to be Wild
Developer Just2D and publisher Deck13 have announced that a sequel to the 2024 RPG Drova - Forsaken Kin is in the works, and it'll be coming to Switch 2 at some point next year. Drova II - Torn Lands boasts the same pixel art aesthetic as its predecessor and continues its fantasy story, though it looks like the dev has aimed to go...
Monday19th Oct 2026
Guide All Stranded Keypad Codes In Modern Warfare 4
The numbers, Mason - what do they mean?
Finding keypad codes is an optional side-objective in Modern Warfare 4's Stranded campaign level. Found dotted across the map, each keypad includes a note to help you deduce the sequence. Most you can work out with a bit of thinking, but if one has you stumped, or you prefer to simply get in, grab the Yellow...
News Nintendo "Underestimated" Zelda Switch 2 Console Sales, But Promises Restocks Are On The Way
"Please be patient"
If you are anything like us, the reveal of the special edition Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console last month was quickly followed by the dreaded realisation of "oh no, I need this". Alas, for many, this need has not been fulfilled, with supply shortages making those all-important pre-orders far rarer than we'd like them to...
UK Charts Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Whips Up A Fine Debut, But It's Not King Of The Castle
Roses are... bronze?
The October releases keep coming thick and fast, and the latest UK charts once again sees a handful of newbies in the top 10. Nothing performed well enough to kick EA Sports FC 27 from the top spot, unfortunately, but Control Resonant arrived in second and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse whipped up a third-place debut, with 45% of...
News The Witcher 3 Remastered's Latest Update Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
A Switch 2 special
After being announced earlier this month, CD Projekt Red has today released its latest update for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered, and it even packs in some console-specific changes for Switch 2. Ver 5.01 has started rolling out in most regions today (the dev notes that it'll launch in Japan once it passes certification),...
"I lost track of the versions"
Ex-Capcom manager Miguel E. Corti has taken to Bluesky to discuss the development of Resident Evil 7: Biohazard; the game largely credited for reviving the survival horror franchise following the poor critical reception to Resident Evil 6. It's a long thread, but well worth a read. While we will compile some of the...
What's going on?
If you're looking forward to the release of Metaphor: ReFantazio on 12th November 2026, the good news is that you can try it out right now via a new demo on Switch 2. The chaps over at Digital Foundry have gone hands-on with the demo, and have come away feeling somewhat perplexed. Essentially, the game looks pretty good in motion...
Not Trailing Behind
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter released last year to near-universal acclaim from critics and fans. It was a lovingly crafted, ground-up remake of the first game in the Legend of Heroes franchise, originally released in 2004. The remake brought full 3D visuals, nuanced combat and a range of quality-of-life additions that made it...
Talking Point How Did You First Encounter Zelda: Ocarina Of Time?
Fairy Tales
In case you haven't noticed, another chance to play The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is on the horizon. The coming 5th November release date for the Switch 2 remake has got us diving into our OoT memory banks and feeling all nostalgic about where our love for the game began — after all, you can replay it as many times as you like,...
Sunday18th Oct 2026
Round Up The Reviews For Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's Campaign Are In
Here's what the critics had to say
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 officially launches for Switch 2 and multiple other platforms next week on 23rd October 2026. Early access for the campaign has also gone live this week, and the critic reviews are now rolling in. If you haven't already seen it, we've also shared our own impressions of the Switch 2...
Feature The Seven-Year Silence: How Ocarina Of Time Held My Grief At Seven Years Old
A safe space to process the unthinkable
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is frequently crowned the greatest game ever made, celebrated for its dungeons, its music, and a critical legacy that stands as the highest-reviewed title in gaming history. For those of us who were there at the time, it was for gaming what the sequence in The Wizard of Oz...
News Slim Or Fuller? Atelier Karia "Body Shape Change Feature" Confirmed
"What kind of Karia would you like to adventure with?"
The Koei Tecmo fantasy alchemy RPG Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories is making its way to the Switch 2 early next year. In an update from Gust this week, it confirmed a "body shape change feature" is officially on the way. In a post on the game's website, the developer...
News Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Switch 2 Update Currently In Development
Capcom confirms
Following the release of Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen earlier this month, Capcom has now rolled out a title update for multiple platforms. Although there's no update for Switch 2 players just yet, Capcom has noted an update for this version of the game is "currently in development" and will be arriving at a later date. So, if you...
Mailbox Rising Costs, Non-Compliant EU Switches, WarioWare Fantasia - Nintendo Life Letters
Issue #41 - October 2026
Welcome one and all to the Nintendo Life Mailbox. Everyone good? It's October, which means with all the video games coming out at once, we're game-rich and time-poor (money-poor, too). And with Ocarina just around the corner, everyone's head-down enjoying their gaming as Zelda approaches, and beyond that GOTY pokes its head...
Feature Box Art Brawl - Duel: Metal Slug Advance (GBA)
Mission 1 Start!
Howdy folks, and welcome back to another edition of Box Art Brawl! Before we get cracking this this week's brawl, let's see how things went down last week. We checked out Wii Sports Resort for the, uh, Wii. To say it was a one-sided battle would be quite the understatement. Europe and Japan comfortably won the vote with a...
Saturday17th Oct 2026
Treat yourself to two Ghost-types this Halloween
The Pumpkaboo's Sweet Surprises event runs from 17th October to 1st November, adding two Gen 6 Ghost-types to Pokémon Pokopia. For those who have played previous Pokopia limited-time events, the format will be familiar: a new Pokémon, Pumpkaboo, visits a Pokémon Center and requests a currency...
Guide What Is The Giant Pirate Chest Doing In Fortnite?
Loot us see what we have here
A Pirate Chest was introduced to Fortnite's Override map on Saturday, 17th October - and what it does is somewhat of a mystery. Found on the south of the map, on its debut it features a glitched appearance and doesn't do much. But leaks and datamines suggest it'll change in the week that follows - and could be teasing...
News Call Of Duty On Switch 2 Has Two Different Upscaling Options
Here's an early explainer on the difference
Our impressions of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's campaign went live yesterday alongside early access for anyone who pre-ordered the game. The full launch comes on Friday 23rd October, but buying now unlocks access to the full campaign before the multiplayer modes. As you may know if you've played the...
Reminder Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds "Final Content Drop Of Year One" Is Now Available
But the race isn't over yet...
[Sat 3rd Oct, 2026 01:30 BST]: Sega has announced the "final content drop" for Year One of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be arriving later this month on 13th October 2026. This paid DLC update will see Aang and Katara from Avatar Legends sweep onto the racetrack. You can purchase this pack individually or unlock...
News The Cosy Coastal Farming Sim Coral Island Is Officially On Its Way To Switch 2 This Winter
Releasing alongside a major update
Here on Nintendo Life, we first heard about the laid-back co-op farming sim Coral Island back in 2021, when it successfully hit its Kickstarter goal. Now, after overcoming some roadblocks, it seems it's finally getting a Nintendo release.
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (17th October)
Leon's Roar
We finally made it to the weekend — well done, everyone! After the silence of last week, things started to pick up in Nintendo news this week. The big hitter was previews going live for Ocarina of Time on Switch 2, which seems to be really rather wonderful. We also got a new overview traile
Countdown Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Dungeon Crawl #5 - This One's Fire, Bro
Hammer time
As we tiptoe ever closer to the Ocarina of Time Switch 2 release date, my playthrough of the N64 original continues. Indeed, this week tips me past the halfway point, so there's no turning back. If you missed weeks one through four, I'm revisiting OoT, one dungeon a week, and sharing all the things I loved (and the things I didn't) on...
News The Wolf Among Us Remastered Has Been Delayed For Switch
Now arriving at a "later date"
Telltale Games has announced the Nintendo Switch version of The Wolf Among Us Remastered "needs a little bit more time". In an official statement shared on social media, it mentions how this remaster starring Sheriff Bigby Wolf will "launch as planned on October 29 for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC", and the "Nintendo...
Friday16th Oct 2026
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 "Replica N64 Box" Revealed
A bonus available in France
As we get closer to Zelda: Ocarina of Time's return, more retailers around the world are announcing midnight launches and special bonuses. The latest one has now been announced for France. If you attend a Micromania midnight launch for the Switch 2 remake of Ocarina of Time, you might be able to get your hands on this...
News Street Fighter 6 Reveals Street Fighter Movie EX Colours, Here's Every Free Code
Movie makeover
The new Street Fighter live-action movie starring Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li and various other characters from Capcom's long-running fighting game universe is out this week in cinemas. To celebrate the premiere, new codes have been released for Street Fighter 6, which gives select character outfits a unique EX colour. These codes can be used...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Ad Give Us Our First Look At Dark Link
Doppelgangland
Nintendo has put out a new ad for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on its YouTube channel for Japan, showcasing some of the more darker aspects of the upcoming remake. So it starts off with Ganondorf doing his plinky-plonky thing on his ludicrously large piano, before launching into a bunch of clips featuring some of the game's...
Chutes too narrow?
Nearly 13 years since Nintendo gamers last had the chance to answer the Call of Duty (2013's Ghosts on Wii U, RIP), Activision has finally redeployed this storied series on Nintendo platforms. Given the technical gulf between Switch 2 and competition, not to mention PC, the cynical among us might have read Microsoft's agreement...
Review The Witch's Bakery (Switch 2) – A Cosy Narrative Sim That Rises To The Occasion
Pain and pain au chocolat
Is there a scent more heartwarming than freshly baked bread? French developer Sunny Lab and publisher Silver Lining Interactive don’t think so, if The Witch’s Bakery is anything to go by. This narrative-led adventure sim is filled with cute characters, emotional stories, and pastries. And although you can’t smell the...
Preview 'Eternal Anima' Returns To The Past To Create A Modern JRPG
Back to the future
Originally revealed in 2023 as a working title named Project Life is RPG, Marvelous didn't show too much of their new IP, but said they were creating a game that pays respect to the classics of the genre, along with some gorgeous concept art. Jump forward to this year, and Eternal Anima was officially unveiled in September's...
News 'Peak', The Beloved Indie Climber, Scales October's Stacked Switch 2 Release Schedule
Launching next week!
Ever since we first saw Peak climb onto PC last year, we have been jonesing for a Switch 2 port. Aggro Crab and Landfall Games have been teasing that something was in the works for a few months, and now we finally know what it was: Peak is coming to Switch 2! The devs revealed that this beloved indie mountain climber will plant...
News Nintendo Announces Switch 2 Repair Price Hike For Japan
Effective as of 16th November 2026
Switch 2 and Switch have already been hit with global price hikes in 2026, and now, Nintendo has announced it will increase the cost of hardware repairs in Japan. According to an official notice on Nintendo's Japanese website, the price revision (which will be applied to both the Switch 2 and Switch) will take...
News Zero Parades, The Successor To Disco Elysium, Has Been Confirmed For Switch 2
ZA/UM's next CRPG
ZA/UM, the controversial studio behind Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, has confirmed that its next CRPG will launch on Switch 2 on 3rd November 2026. Zero Parades: Director's Cut is the studio's second outing and was released on PC in May of this year. The Director's Cut, which launched as a free update for owners on PC earlier this...
News Nintendo Music Expands Its Library With Another Game Boy Soundtrack This Week
"That Stinks!" and other Wario Land songs return
Last month, Nintendo released a new update for its music application Nintendo Music, adding the WarioWare: Move It! soundtrack. Now, in a new update this month, it's added the Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3 album to the paid service. Here's what you can expect from this latest update. This includes...
Thursday15th Oct 2026
News The First Review For Final Fantasy Resonance Is In
Famitsu delivers its final verdict
Square Enix returns next week with its turn-based RPG Final Fantasy Resonance. Many players have already probably got a good idea about what to expect thanks to the demo, and now the first review has officially gone live. It once again comes from the famous Japanese outlet, Famitsu. So, what did this publication...
News Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Expansion Pass Announced, Wave 1 Launches Today
Three waves revealed
Nintendo has today announced its new tactical RPG Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave will be getting an Expansion Pass. This paid DLC for the Switch 2 exclusive is available now on the eShop and will be released in three separate waves. The first wave will launch "later today" and includes additional weapons based on the Heroes'...
"It's one of the most special jobs that I've ever done"
If you're keeping an eye out for our Castlevania: Belmont's Curse review, we're working on it. In the meantime, Ollie recently had the chance to speak to the voice of Rose herself... Since entering the voice acting scene in 2015, Abby Trott has been making huge waves in the animation and...
How to p*** off Nintendo fans in four words
With most upcoming games fleeing from the November release window to avoid Grand Theft Auto VI, Nintendo is bucking the trend with the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on the 5th – two weeks ahead of Rockstar's epic. It's become quite the talking point in the industry and beyond, with even...
Video Digital Foundry Delivers Its Tech Review For Resident Evil 4 On Switch 2
Plus impressions for RE2 and 3
Digital Foundry has provided its tech review for Resident Evil 4 on Switch 2, while also sharing some brief impressions of RE2 and RE3. Starting with RE4, it's noted that the game has a "range of downgrades" compared to its PS5 counterpart, which isn't particularly surprising. Some local light sources don't cast...
News "You're Late, 007" - First Light Has Finally Locked In A Switch 2 Release Date
"Exclusive GoldenEye Suit" also revealed as a pre-order bonus
James Bond fans who have been patiently waiting for 007 First Light to arrive on Nintendo's new hybrid system will be pleased to hear developer IO Interactive has finally locked in a release date. As revealed in an exclusive IGN Fan Fest trailer, Bond's new mission will get underway on...
ICYMI Zelda: Ocarina Of Time On Switch 2 Has A Museum & Boss Time Trial Mode
Navi will also be able to uncover special thoughts
Kaepora Gaebora welcomes Link to the Hall of Fallen Foes Nintendo's new overview trailer for Zelda: Ocarina of Time highlighted a lot of things we've already seen, but in case you missed it, there was some new content shown. One notable feature, in particular, was the "Hall of Fallen Foes", which...
News Zelda Switch 2 Console Is Back In Stock At Smyths In The UK
Be quick!
UK retailer Smyths has fresh stock of the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console. There, that's the article. Go! Fly, you fools! Okay, just kidding, but seriously if you're keen to pick one of these up, it's still in stock at the time of writing for both delivery and collection from store. The release date for this new batch is set for...
News This Gorgeous 'Stop-Motion' Adventure Swims Onto Switch 2 Next Month
The name's Halibut, Harold Halibut
Harold Halibut released back in 2024 with one of those visual styles that immediately made us sit up and pay attention. In the two years since, we have been hoping that its stop-motion-esque stylings might one day make the jump to Switch and next month, it's set to do exactly that. Developer Slow Bros announced...
Japanese Charts Kingdom Hearts Collection Grabs The Top Spot, Despite A Slow Start
Taking the Mickey
Famitsu has shared the latest look at the Japanese physical gaming charts, and there's another newbie on the podium. Despite not even reaching the podium in the UK, Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] nabbed the top spot in Japan, with just 23,411 units to its name. Not all that many sales for a debut, but it was a pretty quiet week...
News Hitman: Absolution Finally Sneaks Onto Switch 2 Next Week
Another October game?!
Almost a full year after releasing on the Switch, Hitman: Absolution - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is finally hitting the eShop on 22nd October 2026. This new version will bring mouse compatibility along with increased resolution and a new performance mode targeting 60fps in both handheld and docked modes. Those who own the...
News Nintendo's London Comic-Con Booth Features Playable Layton, Metaphor, 007 & More
19 games to try
Nintendo is returning to MCM London Comic-Con later this month from 23rd - 25th October, and it has got quite the roster of playable demos lined up. As shared on the company's socials today, the Nintendo booth will let attendees go hands-on with upcoming titles like Professor Layton and The New World of Steam, Metaphor: ReFantazio,...
Wednesday14th Oct 2026
News Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Has Been Updated To Version 4.0.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Following a free Switch 2 update last month
After a surprise update in September, Nintendo has today rolled out Version 4.0.1 of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. This update, as you might have already worked out, is a lot less exciting. It basically addresses some issues with multiple fixes. If anything else significant about this latest update is discovered,...
So high...
Upon accepting Nintendo of Europe's invitation to spend two hours with the Ocarina of Time remake, my expectations were so astronomically high that it felt almost unfair. Over time, we all learn to temper expectations, to sidestep disappointment and maybe even inject some pleasant surprise into our lives, but it's difficult to do that...
Guide When Is Modern Warfare 4's Early Access Release For The Campaign & DMZ Modes?
Certain pre-orders get multiple bites of COD
Modern Warfare 4's release is coming in waves for those with Early Access - with the campaign and DMZ moves arriving ahead of the multiplayer suite. That means you can make a start on the story and dabble in the extraction mode ahead of the headline multiplayer offering on Friday, 23rd October - but only...
News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's GBA Library With Three More Titles
Monster Rancher, Metal Slug & Kururin are here!
Nintendo has today expanded its Switch Online 'Nintendo Classics' library with three more Game Boy Advance titles. The games added to this particular collection include Tecmo's 2001 life-sim spin-off Monster Rancher Advance, SNK's 2004 run and gun Metal Slug Advance, and the 2002 Japan-only puzzle...
Round Up The Previews Are In For Zelda: Ocarina Of Time On Switch 2
Fairy nuff
Believe it or not, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2 is almost here. We are rapidly closing in on that 5th November release date (Nintendo released a new trailer, just to remind us), and today we can start to get an idea of what to expect from the remake. The first Ocarina of Time previews are now live, with multiple...
Site News So, Where's Our Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Review?
What is a review?
It's 14th October, which means that many of you will be diving into the world of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse in just one measly day. It also means that quite a few reviews have already gone live for Konami and Evil Empire's new entry, and it sounds like it's going to be rather good. But hold on, where the heck is Nintendo Life's...
Video The Walking Dead's Chandler Riggs Stars In Resident Evil 7 Short Film
Welcome to the family, Coral
Chandler Riggs, perhaps best known for his role as Coral Carl Grimes in the TV adaptation of The Walking Dead, has released a short film based on Resident Evil 7: Biohazard in collaboration with Spook Fest Films. Riggs not only stars in it, but he also wrote, directed, and edited the whole thing. The film has not been...
Review Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival (Switch 2) - A Hellish Adaptation, In Several Ways
We have such bugs to show you
Back when I was a lad, I spent quite a lot of time at my local video store – remember those? It was located smack bang between my childhood home and high school, so my friends and I would often stop by and pick up a few snacks while perusing VHS tapes and DVDs. It was here that I first glimpsed the horrific visage of...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Overview Trailer Is So Beautiful, We Can't Cope
We need it. Now.
Nintendo has released a new overview trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2, give us perhaps our best look yet at the remake's gameplay – yes, even more than the Direct announcement. There's lots to peruse, including the new Hall of Fallen Foes feature, which is essentially a museum of sorts where you can...
News Oblivion Remastered Gets A New Switch 2 Update, Resolves "Global Visual Degradation" Issue
Players reported issues in Update 1.1
Last month, Bethesda released a new update for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on the Switch 2. It was loaded with a bunch of fixes, but it didn't take long for players on Nintendo's hybrid platform to notice changes to the visuals in docked and handheld mode. Bethesda also acknowledged this in a...
Review Hell Is Us (Switch 2) - Thought-Provoking, Admirable, And Frustrating By Design
I (don't) want to hold your hand
Of all the discourse to hit the gaming industry in the past month, the conversation around AAA game design has been one of the most interesting. Insomniac’s Wolverine has been the final straw for a lot of gamers, turning the public tide against claustrophobically linear games that spoon-feed progression, whether...
Video Here's 20+ Minutes Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Gameplay On Switch 2
What's changed, then?
We've been lucky enough to go hands-on with The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2, spending roughly 2 hours with the upcoming remake. We've already provided our impressions (which, spoilers, are pretty positive) while Nintendo has posted a new
Adding "full crossplay" support, new modes, maps and much more
Back in 2024, the toy shooter HYPERCHARGE: Unboxed got an update on other platforms adding cross-platform support. Now, a few years later, the team has shared some news about the Switch version. Alongside a lengthy message, the development team at Digital Cybercherries has this week...
News RedLynx, The Studio Behind The Trials Series, Is Being Closed By Ubisoft
Another one bites the dust
If you were around during the height of the 'Xbox Live Arcade' initiative, then you might have played a little game called Trials HD. It was a big part of the second 'Summer of Arcade' event when it launched in 2009, garnering positive reception and helping Finnish developer RedLynx produce several sequels, including...
News Kotaro Uchikoshi, Creator Of Zero Escape And AI: The Somnium Files, Launches New Studio
It's currently seeking investment for original projects
Kotaro Uchikoshi, the creator behind IP such as Zero Escape and AI: The Somnium Files, has launched a new development studio called Crash Keys and is serving as its representative director and CEO. It's early days yet (sort of – keep reading), but the studio is looking to create original...
Guide When Is Street Fighter (2026 Movie) Coming To Streaming?
Here's when you're Abel to watch it at home
Kitao Sakurai's Street Fighter movie has arrived - and it's an adaptation that, going by its early trailers, looks both terrible and amazing at the same time. We can't wait to see it, and if you're weighing up your options for where, as a Paramount Pictures movie you can solidly estimate when it'll arrive...
Round Up The Reviews For Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Are In
Here's what the critics think
It's been a while, but this week Konami's Castlevania series resurfaces with the new entry, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. This 2D action-exploration title, set 23 years after Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse, is developed by the team at Evil Empire (Rogue Prince of Persia) and Motion Twin (Dead Cells), and puts players...
Tuesday13th Oct 2026
Review Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition (Switch 2) - The Gold Standard For Remakes
Leon top form
The original Resident Evil 4 is one of my favourite games of all time – if not my number one. I remember soaking in every detail before its release, with magazines chronicling its troubled development alongside Capcom’s shaky promise of GameCube exclusivity. When it launched in 2005, it devoured my every waking moment for the rest...
Mini Review Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition (Switch 2) - Finally Gets The Treatment It Deserves
RPD-elightful
Capcom’s decision to release a bunch of modern Resident Evil games on the Switch via the cloud was controversial, to say the least. While I personally had a pretty positive experience with Resident Evil 2 - Cloud Version, it wasn't an ideal solution for RE fans on Switch. Thankfully, with the release of RE2 Deluxe Edition on Switch...
Random 2021 Elon Musk SNL Skit "Was Not Received Well" By Nintendo
"It was kind of out of left field"
Former Nintendo employees Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang have stated that a 2021 Saturday Night Live skit involving Elon Musk dressed as Wario "was not received well" by Nintendo. This comes via the duo's latest YouTube video in which they dive into SNL's recent skit exploring the upcoming launch of The Legend of...
Devs told to use AI to finish game after delay, it's claimed
In some industry news this week, Fortnite creator Epic Games has reportedly told developers behind a new Disney title "to use more artificial intelligence tools" to complete it, after delaying the project. According to Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier, developers working on this Disney...
Mini Review Resident Evil 3 (Switch 2) - An Impressive Port Of A Subpar Remake
Stars don't shine
It’s generally accepted that Resident Evil 3 is the worst of the series’ modern remakes. While RE2 and 4 both expanded upon their respective originals, RE3 made several cutbacks to environmental design, campaign structure, and the behaviour of the main antagonist, Nemesis. The result is an undeniably disappointing experience,...
Review Ratatan (Switch 2) - Patapon-Style Rhythm-Action Strategy Returns, With A Roguelite Twist
Ratamatazz
Released at the height of the rhythm-action boom and following the march of peripheral-based music games, Patapon was a visually unique treat. The result of a collaboration between game designer Hiroyuki Kotani and French artist Rolito Giuli, this curio had you control a tribe of tiny eyeball creatures by tapping out rhythms on face...
News Stardew Valley Creator Says His New Game Is "More Of An Action RPG"
"It's for the people in Stardew Valley that go into the mines"
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone has been working on his new game The Haunted Chocolatier for over four years now, and during a recent chat with GQ, he's provided a quick reminder about what fans can expect from the gameplay. While the title is still what he calls a "town game" -...
PSA Metaphor: ReFantazio Demo For Switch 2 Now Available
Save data carries across
Ahead of Metaphor: ReFantazio arriving on the Switch 2 next month, Atlus has now released a demo on the eShop. This "prologue" demo and will allow you to experience the opening section of the title. Additionally, any save data you have can be transferred across to the full game when it launches for Switch 2 on 12th November...
News Two Shin Chan Ports Coming To Switch 2 In 2027, Physical Bundle Confirmed
Digital Switch owners will also get a discount
Publisher Neos has confirmed that two Shin-Chan games on Switch will receive Switch 2 ports on 4th March 2027. The two titles in question – Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation – The Endless Seven-Day Journey and Shiro an
Monday12th Oct 2026
"I can just give instructions to the AI"
Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii has released a brand new game, but with a twist: it's completely AI-generated. As covered by VGC, Horii-san posted a link on X to a game titled Interrogation Room Komiya in which you select a series of text prompts to push a suspect into confessing to a crime. The creator...
News Upcoming Resident Evil Remakes Have Pretty Tiny File Sizes On Switch 2
Download 'em all
Capcom is launching three modern Resident Evil remakes on the Switch 2 later this week on 16th October, and if you're keen to download all of them, then you'll be pleased to know that they won't take up too much space on your console and/or SD Express card. As per the eShop listings, the three entries will take up the following...
News He-Man's Gorgeous Beat 'Em Up Finally Gets A New Date, Pre-Orders Now Live
Just misses out on 2026
Bitmap Bureau's upcoming beat 'em up He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction (say that ten times fast) has finally gotten a new release date. It will launch on the Switch on 4th February 2027. Following a lengthy delay, pre-orders for the title are up on Clear River Gam
News Nintendo States That It Has No Plans To Ditch Physical Media
"We know how much the fans like it"
Bill van Zyll, vice president and general manager of Nintendo Latin America, has stated that the company currently has "no plans to ditch physical" media. This comes via an interview with Coelho no Japão on YouTube (thanks Nintendo Everything) at a time in which physical media is more at risk than ever. With
News Digital Foundry Delivers Its Technical Analysis Of Dragon's Dogma 2 On Switch 2
"The game arrives in surprisingly good shape"
Capcom returned to Switch 2 with yet another banger last week in the shape of Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen. We've been having a wonderful time with the game so far, but how will it hold up under the technical analysis of the experts at Digital Foundry? It's time to find out. It's a slightly mixed bag,...
UK Charts Kingdom Hearts Collection Performs Well, But It's Missing The Keys To The Podium
Sora loser
We are back with another look at the UK charts, and it was quite the week for new releases. While EA Sports FC 27 has stood firm in the top spot for the third week in a row, it's followed by a bunch of newbies. Star Wars: Galactic Racer has raced its way into second, Gears of War: E-Day nabs third, and Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival...
Mini Review Bluey's Happy Snaps (Switch 2) - A Light, Breezy Photography Adventure
Here come the grannies!
Following an impressive entry from Halfbrick with Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen, developer Gameloft is taking a crack at the beloved IP with Bluey’s Happy Snaps. After Gold Pen's more fantastical approach, this latest adventure brings things back to basics, making for a charming, lighthearted experience that kids will...
Random Sonic Figure Containing The Blue Blur's "DNA" Comes With An Eye-Watering Price Tag
That's a lot of Rings
Earlier this year, SEGA revealed a life-size Sonic statue that contained the hedgehog's "DNA" (yes, really), housed in the Shibuya SEGA store. In the months since, a trip to Tokyo has been the only way you could get a look at the weird creation, but you'll soon be able to have one in your home... if you can stomach the insane...
Sunday11th Oct 2026
Feature How Do You Pronounce These Words From Zelda: Ocarina Of Time?
Sheikdown
The upcoming return to 64-bit Hyrule has us discussing Ocarina of Time memories, chatting about our favourite characters and bosses, and generally looking wistfully into the middle distance with a smile on our faces, wondering how all these people and places will look in reimagined form on Switch 2. In the course of these chats, however,...
Feature Box Art Brawl - Duel: Wii Sports Resort
Which is the Wuhu winner?
Hey everyone! Welcome to this week's edition of Box Art Brawl! Last time, we matched up a trio of covers for the GBA's Zone Of The Enders: The Fist Of Mars, though it wasn't a particularly close-fought contest. The Japanese variant walked away with 54% of the vote and the win, leaving the European and North American...
News Sonic Pico Park Brings Co-Op Action Puzzle Fun To Switch 1 & 2 Next Month
The crew grows with Silver and Blaze
Back in June, SEGA announced TECOPARK's 2D co-op action-puzzle series Pico Park would be getting a Sonic-themed entry. Sonic Pico Park will be released on 12th November 2026 for Switch and Switch 2. Ahead of the game's arrival next month, Sega has shared a new trailer for the title during its Sonic 35th...
News PSA: Pokémon Red & Blue Game Boy Jukebox Back In Stock
Take an audio tour through Kanto
Earlier this year, as part of Pokémon's 30th anniversary celebrations, The Pokémon Company released a Game Boy Jukebox that took trainers on an audio tour through Pokémon Red & Pokémon Blue. If you haven't already got it, or weren't able to secure it on release, TPC has now announced the jukebox is back in stock...
News At One Point, Capcom Was Going To Make Pragmata "A Little Bit More Horror Focused"
What a relief
Hugh and Diana's new sci-fi game Pragmata could have been "a little bit more" horror-focused, according to the game's lead producer Masachika Kawata. During an interview last month, he mentioned how early in Pragmata's development, Capcom was still very much experimenting with "what type of game" it could be, and "at one point", there...
News Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO Announces Cross-Play In New Road Map
Here's what's next
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is now two years old, and to celebrate the second anniversary this week, Bandai Namco has detailed what's next. The battle is "far from over", with more events, free updates, game modes and additional fighters planned for the remainder of 2026 and throughout 2027. Some new modes joining the game in...
Saturday10th Oct 2026
We loves it, precious!
Few games have had as lasting an impact on the overarching gaming space through one mechanic alone as the Nemesis system presented in Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor and its sequel, Shadow of War. First released in 2014, it's hard to believe such innovation has been stuck locked away for over a decade since Monolith...
News Fortnite X Sonic Collab "To Be Continued"
Is that...?
Epic's free-to-play battle royale Fortnite appears to be expanding on its in-game collab with the Sonic the Hedgehog series. As part of the blue blur's ongoing 35th anniversary celebrations, Sega shared a new teaser trailer for Fortnite x Sonic during its Club Chaos livestream. In it, you can see what looks to be...spoiler alert...Metal...
Video Dragon's Dogma 2 Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch 2 & PS5)
Including a look at frame gen toggle
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen arrived on the Switch 2 this week, and if you're curious to see how it compares to its PS5 counterpart, YouTube channel ElAnalistaDeBits has now released a side-by-side graphics comparison. Firstly, players can apparently expect an upscaled resolution of 1080p in handheld and 1440p...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (10th October)
Gawrsh!
Another week is over - thank goodness. It's been a bit of a quiet one again, despite the beginning of what will no doubt be one of the busiest release months in Nintendo's history. Rumours picked up once again about Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire coming to the Switch, Nintendo announced a new Switch 2 hardware bundle for Japan,
News Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves Announces Tekken Collab
Reina gets ready for the next battle
SNK has already expanded the roster in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves with characters like Ken and Chun-Li from Street Fighter, and next up is a challenger from the Tekken series. It's Reina, who made her debut in the latest entry Tekken 8, and she's arriving on all platforms t
Friday9th Oct 2026
News Nintendo Of America's President Comments On The Possibility Of GTA 6 On Switch 2
Don't get your hopes up... yet
November is going to be one of the most significant periods in gaming history with the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. It's projected to be one of, if not the biggest entertainment launches of all time, beating out every game, book, or movie that's ever been released. Wowie-zowie. So naturally, many folks continue to...
News Witcher 3 Remastered Switch 2 Update To Improve "Image Clarity And Sharpness"
Good news, Witchers
Last week, CD Projekt Red released The Witcher 3 Remastered on multiple platforms, including the Switch 2. The developer has now provided an update in its latest set of patch notes about what exactly is in the works for the Switch 2 version of the game. The plan is to introduce the same "global changes" as other platforms, while...
Saturday10th Oct 2026
Return to the track this November
Sega has officially revealed "Year Two" of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will get underway on 3rd November 2026. As part of this, players can expect "major day one updates", more free characters and Season Pass Two. Here's the rundown of what's on the way, and you can see the full showcase in the video above. Sonic...
Friday9th Oct 2026
News Best Buy To Offer Additional Switch 2 Zelda Units In-Store At Midnight Launch
Available in limited supply
If you've been unable to secure a Zelda-themed Switch 2 or Pro Controller and happen to live in the US, Best Buy will be offering limited stock at its Ocarina of Time midnight launch. The retailer has revealed "select stores" will have "limited numbers" of the Zelda Switch 2 and Pro Controller on hand. These extra units...
News Dave The Diver's Final DLC Is The Perfect Crossover
Submerging next year
After years of content updates and DLC expansions, Mintrocket has announced that the final wave of DLC for Dave the Diver will launch in 'Early 2027', and it's a crossover that feels like it was always meant to be. Dave will be teaming up with Subnautica 2 in the free expansion, adding the ocean moon Proteus into the gameplay...
Nintendo Download 8th October (North America) - Plus 3 Discounted Games That Should Be On Your Radar
Kingdom Hearts! Hellraiser! Dragon's Dogma!
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 eShop - Highlights: KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I~III] (SQUARE...
News This Wonderful Animal Crossing-Like Is Now Free For Switch Online Members
Play until 15th October
Nintendo has today launched its next free Game Trial for Switch Online members in North America, and it's a doozy. Hello Kitty Island Adventure (the Switch 1 version) is the latest game in the offer, available at no extra cost to all those with an active NSO membership from today (9th October at 10am PT) until 15th October...
News 'It Takes Two' Hops Onto Switch 2 Next Week, Marrying Visual Upgrades & Cross-Play
Cross-platform counselling
After being rumoured earlier this year, Hazelight has announced that its award-winning co-op adventure, It Takes Two, will be getting a full Switch 2 upgrade next week. The new version launches on 15th October, as a free upgrade to anyone who owns the Switch 1
Countdown Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Dungeon Crawl #4 - Still An All-Timer
Forested Development
I left last week's Ocarina of Time feature feeling like I might have been a little too negative about the whole thing. Three weeks into my playthrough, and I had just poo-pooed back-to-back puzzle boxes. Well, fear not, because I'm swinging in the complete opposite direction this time. This is part four of my Dungeon Crawl...
News Final Fantasy VII Revelation Cast Get Emotional In Last Recording Sessions
End of an era
When Final Fantasy VII Revelation launches on 8th April 2027, it will mark the conclusion of Square Enix's ambitious remake project that was first announced at E3 in 2015 – until its DLC expansions release, that is. So for the voice actors who have been bringing such iconic characters to life for so long, it's naturally going to be...
News Tropico 7 Officially Confirmed For Switch 2, Out 2027
Update: Here's the story trailer
[Fri 18th Sep, 2026 04:30 BST]: The dictator sim Tropico 7 is on its way to the Switch 2 and will be releasing alongside other versions on 28th January 2027. This Switch 2 release is being developed by Engine Software, aka the Switch port specialist behind titles such as Ni no Kuni: Wrath Of The White Witch. The...
News Wake Up, Samurai! Cyberpunk 2077 Is Getting A Live-Action Movie
But who will play Johnny Silverhand?
Cyberpunk 2077 didn't get off to the best start when it originally launched in 2020, but it's now considered a success story. Since then, CD Projekt Red has polished it up, rolled out an animated Netflix series, and released a Switch 2 version of the title. A second game is also in development, and now, to add...
Rumour Pokémon-Themed Mystery LEGO Bags Are Supposedly On The Way
Good luck catching 'em all
Pokémon's new LEGO line, featuring Smart Brick support, is apparently getting a mystery bag series. This rumour comes from the reliable Lego leaker 'got.cooped', who says they'll be arriving on 1st March 2027 and will be priced at $12.99 each. No photos or promotional images of these sets have been
Community Played A Top Switch Game We Missed? Send Us Your Recommendations
Net benefit
We're into October, which means it's time for our six-monthly callout for Games We Missed, the series where the Nintendo Life community sends in their recommendations for tasty Switch games that slipped through our review net. Back in April we highlighted 31 Switch 1 and 2 games, large and small, that we weren't able to cover with a...
Thursday8th Oct 2026
News Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire Switch Port Rumours Resurface Following Pokémon HOME's Latest Update
Two GBA games are now compatible with the service
There have been rumours doing the rounds online in recent times about Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire making a return. Now, the latest Pokémon HOME update has got some trainers even more excited. If you haven't already seen it for yourself, the new update for the storage service (bumping the app up to...
You have "until the end of January 2027" to claim the Switch 2 version
Ahead of the release of Minecraft on the Switch 2 on 27th October 2026, Mojang has now sent pre-orders for this version of the game live. It's also provided some additional information about the "digital upgrade path" for owners of the Switch game. If you do already have a...
News Spending On Switch 2 Game-Key Cards In The U.S. Has Risen By 631%
Overall physical media spending increased 5%
Circana's Mat Piscatella has posted a breakdown of the firm's latest sales report for the U.S., providing an interesting statistic for Game-Key Cards on the Switch 2. According to Piscatella, spending on Game-Key Cards has risen by a whopping 631% in the region during 2026. This figure is so substantial...
Preview 'Muramasa: Revenant Blades' Polishes Vanillaware's Gem To Shine Brighter Than Ever
Reforged
Muramasa: The Demon Blade originally launched on the Wii back in 2009, a title that we called "gorgeous, engrossing," and even underrated. We’ve been hoping to see a modern port of this gem for a long time now, and Vanillaware has delivered, with Muramasa: Revenant Blades
Round Up The Reviews For Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Are In
Here's what the critics think
Dragon's Dogma 2 arrives on the Switch 2 this week, and alongside this, the new Dark Arisen Expansion has been released across all platforms. The reviews are now rolling in about this additional content. If you are more focused on the state of the Switch 2 release, the good news is it's in excellent shape. You can get...
News Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Comes To Astral Ascent In New Crossover Update
For those who come after
We've been patiently hoping that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 would make its way to Switch 2 ever since it consumed our every waking hour last year. Sandfall is still yet to make that happen, but in the meantime, we have a crossover with the wonderful roguelike Astral Ascent, which we can play right now. As revealed in...
News Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Looks Like A Game Night Delight In New Overview Trailer
Start the warm-up
With Nintendo Switch Sports Resort right around the corner, Nintendo has released a seven-minute overview trailer to showcase all of the exciting things that await on Wuhu Island. Aside from introducing the game's 12 sports (many of which will be familiar to anyone who played the last series entry), the trailer also showcases a...
News Pokémon 'Blind Bag' Skateboard Decks Return In New Santa Cruz Collaboration
With three 'Chase Decks'
The Pokémon Company is teaming up with skateboard brand Santa Cruz again this month on a new range of 'Blind Bag' decks to celebrate the series' 30th anniversary. The Trading Card Game is being put in the limelight this time, with all decks in the blind bag collection featuring one of 30 highlight cards against a...
Japanese Charts Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Scrapes Into The Top 10 With 5,000+ Sales
While Ace Combat 8 takes the crown
Famitsu has provided the latest look at Japan's boxed charts, and there are a few new faces once again this week. For Nintendo fans, the highlight is Xenoblade Chronicles 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, which recently launched at retail for those who value physical products. It just about made it into the top ten,...
News Marvel Cosmic Invasion's New DLC Will Build The Hype For 'Doomsday' Next Month
New characters, new game modes
Dotemu and Tribute Games teased their upcoming Doctor Doom-focused Marvel Cosmic Invasion DLC a few months back, and today at New York Comic Con, the teams announced when we can expect to play it. 'The Siege of Castle Doom' expansion will be available on 10th November, adding two new playable characters into the mix...
News Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds "Year One" Edition Spotted Online
As "Year Two" gets underway
If you didn't catch the first year of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, it seems Sega may soon be releasing an updated retail copy. Last month, some listings surfaced online, and now PS5 box art for the "Year One Edition" has been spotted. This version will apparently come with all of the paid content from the first season...
News Two Point Museum's Cutest Collaboration Is Now Available, And It's Free
Little Kitty, Big Museum
There are very few games that we wouldn't benefit from having a cute cat added to it, and Two Point Studios knows it. The dev has just revealed a collaboration between Two Point Museum and Little Kitty, Big City, adding Double Dagger Studios' adorable cat sim to the museum planner. This free update (yes, it's free) adds...
News The First Review For Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Is In
A fresh take on the world of Castlevania
Konami's Castlevania series returns next week, and the first critic review for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse has now gone live. It comes from the famous Japanese publication Famitsu, so what did this outlet think of this new experience developed by the teams behind Dead Cells and Rogue Prince of Persia?
Wednesday7th Oct 2026
Review Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen (Switch 2) - An Action RPG Great Returns In Fine Form
Wolves hunt in packs, Arisen
While travelling the frigid wastes of Norgan, my Pawns and I were assailed by a band of Hobgoblins, and due to my poor leadership skills – causing multiple groups to aggro at once by running by instead of dealing with them then and there – we were overwhelmed. The tide was finally turning as I swung my great axe...
Review Order Of The Sinking Star (Switch 2) - Intense, Sometimes Gruelling, But Always Inventive
What a puzzler
Order of the Sinking Star is not for the weak-willed. The latest puzzle adventure from Jonathan Blow (Braid, The Witness) makes the player earn their wins, rewarding them with an intriguing, slowly unfurling story set in a mystical plane beyond comprehension. My many hours spent staring at these puzzle boards with steam blowing out of...
News Konami Announces The Composer For Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
From the talent behind the Rogue Prince of Persia soundtrack
As we get closer to the launch of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse later this month, Konami has announced the composer of the new game. If you didn't already know, this new Castlevania soundtrack was created by composer and musician ASADI (aka Danny Asadi). Co-developer Evil Empire added to...
News EB Games Is Opening North America's First-Ever Nintendo "Store-Within-A-Store" Experience
A "new permanent Nintendo space" arrives later this month
EB Games Canada has this week announced it's bringing a new Nintendo retail experience to its flagship location in Toronto. It's opening a Nintendo space at the EB Games store, located at 267 Yonge Street. According to the PR, this is "Nintendo's first-ever store-within-a-store in North...
News Sega Responds To Sonic's Wild Start On Discord
It was fairly wholesome for the rest of the day
If you didn't catch the official announcement, Sega this week launched an official Sonic the Hedgehog Discord server. Since then, there have been multiple stories shared online about the server being "on fire" and Sega has now issued a response. It comes via Sega Japan's Aaron Webber, who recently...
Opinion Elden Ring Is One Of My Favourite Games That I've Hardly Played
Going out on a Limgrave
I have started a new Elden Ring save file on four separate occasions now, and I have absolutely adored my time with each of them. And yet, despite putting 15-20 hours minimum into each new load, my current Switch 2 playthrough is the first time that I've managed to push through the 'tutorial area'. I need to do some...
News Pokémon HOME FireRed & LeafGreen Compatibility Update Now Live (Version 4.1.0)
Update today, trainers
Trainers have been waiting for a few months, and now The Pokémon Company has finally rolled out the Pokémon HOME update, adding support for Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen. This bumps the app up to Version 4.1.0, and once you've linked the version of your choice (or both), you'll be able to transfer Pokémon to HOME and then...
News Resident Evil Requiem's Writer Reveals What The Upcoming DLC Might Be About
Well, part of it at least
When Resident Evil Requiem launched to critical acclaim and became the fastest-selling entry in the franchise, director Koshi Nakanishi revealed that work would continue and that it would receive a DLC expansion in the future. Now, thanks to an interview with Requiem's writer Haris Orkin, we have a vague idea of what it...
News Pokémon Pokopia's New Mystery Gift Distribution Is Now Available
Free furniture!
The Pokémon Pokopia Mystery Gift codes haven't been coming thick and fast since the game launched earlier this year, but with the Chansey Plant code wrapping up yesterday, The Pokémon Company has been quick to release another. As brought to our attention by Serebii, a new distribution event is now available. If you use the code...
News Rise Of The Tomb Raider Switch 2 Limited Run Physical Release Announced
Pre-orders open later this week
Back in June, Lara Croft's second reboot adventure Rise of the Tomb Raider got a surprise release on the Switch 2. Distributor Limited Run Games has now announced a physical release. There'll be a standard edition and collector's edition, with pre-orders opening later this week on 9th October 2026. According to the...
News Cities: Skylines Is Building An 'Expanded Edition' On Switch 2 This Month
Skyscraper maker
Cities: Skylines launched in pretty rough shape on Switch back in 2018. It has been a long wait in the years since for an improved experience on our beloved Nintendo hybrids, and later this month, it sounds like we're getting it. Cities: Skylines - Expanded Edition is set to launch on Switch 2 on 28th October, fully revamped for...
Random UK Retailer Lists Theatrhythm Sticker Set For A Whopping £499
At least it's half price, though
UK retailer Sports Direct doesn't exactly have the best reputation; especially following the acquisition of GAME in 2019 by owner Frasers Group. GAME in particular has often been slammed for its high prices, even before its acquisition. But a listing on the website for Sports Direct / GAME for a Theatrhythm Final...
Tuesday6th Oct 2026
News Nintendo Announces Another Switch 2 Hardware Bundle
Japan gets a new "Choose-Your-Game" bundle
The Switch 2 is now over a year into its life, and Nintendo has so far shifted more than 23 million units globally. In recent months, the video game giant has announced multiple hardware bundles (and even some themed systems) to help boost worldwide sales, and it's now Japan's turn. The homeland of...
News "Nintendo Didn't Swerve" - Product Growth Expert Comments On Zelda Vs. GTA 6
Let battle commence
In case you didn't notice by now, October is an exceptionally busy month for game releases. Why? Because every publisher and their nan is scrambling to avoid Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto VI in November. There are, however, still some games launching in November, perhaps most notably Barbie Rewind The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of...
News Nintendo Releases 'Hello, Peach!' And 'Hello, Luigi!' App For Switch & Mobile Devices
It's also revealed a toy 'Melody Car'
Last year, Nintendo launched the 'My Mario' - a new line of products designed for parents and children. This included a new app for Switch and mobile devices known as 'Hello, Mario!'. It followed this up with a 'Hello, Yoshi!' app towards the end of the year. Now, in an update this week, it has released the...
Round Up The Reviews For Kingdom Hearts Collection On Switch 2 Are In
Here's what the critics had to say
This week, the Kingdom Hearts series returns to Nintendo's platforms, and this time, it's the proper experience with no cloud-related drawbacks. The reviews are now rolling in for the native Switch 2 version of the Kingdom Hearts Collection, and so far, the reception is mostly positive. Here's the rundown, and if...
News Bleak Survival City-Builder 'Frostpunk' Is Finally Coming To The Switch
Update: Demo and release date announced
[Tue 7th Apr, 2026 01:30 BST]: The city-building survival series Frostpunk recently held a special broadcast about "all things Frostpunk", and during this event, developer '11 bit studios' announced a Switch version of the original title. Yes, after years of community requests for a Nintendo version, it's...
Mini Review KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC) - A Fair Switch 2 Port Of An Enjoyable 'Conclusion'
The end of the beginning
There was a lot of hype and excitement in the lead-up to 2019's Kingdom Hearts 3. It promised to finally conclude the Dark Seeker Saga that had kicked off way back on the PS2 in 2002. Expectations were sky-high and the final product didn't quite stick the landing, but it did manage to deliver plenty of that sincere Kingdom...
Preview Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Is More Of The Same, But Better
Wuhu Island: Be there or be (Spocco) Square
Back what seems like a lifetime ago, I got a chance to have a pop at Nintendo Switch Sports Resort at gamescom '26. No, I don’t mean the stuff that just anyone with a ticket and the patience to wait in an enormous queue could play. No, I got a chance to play sports that the average Joes could only dream...
Round Up The Final Previews For Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Are In
Wuhu (woohoo) or Buhu (boohoo)?
We are closing in on Nintendo's next major release, with Nintendo Switch Sports Resort primed and ready to launch on Switch 2 on 22nd October, and today, we've got an in-depth look at what we can expect from it. The game's final previews are now live, with a bunch of outlets sharing their thoughts on Nintendo's...
Feature Nintendo Life eShop Selects (September 2026)
Our picks for the best eShop games on Switch 1 & 2 in September
September came and went, which means it's time to look back over the bounty it brought and place three of the Switch (2) eShop games we've reviewed last month on a podium. (You'll have to excuse the tardiness, we're a couple of days late this month.) We've got six games that scored at...
News Warhammer's Take On Vampire Survivors Will Eat Our Free Time On Switch Next Month
Bolt Hell
Auroch Digital announced back in April that it was teaming up with Poncle on a Warhammer Vampire Survivors-like called, fittingly, Warhammer Survivors. Well, six months on, the dev has revealed its release date. Warhammer Survivors will launch on Switch 1 and 2 on 10th November — a time that we'll likely all be a little preoccupied with...
News Monster Hunter Rise Surpasses 20 Million Sales Worldwide
An absolute monster
Capcom's Monster Hunter series has become an absolute powerhouse over the past two decades and while the company's current focus is on the latest entry Monster Hunter Wilds, it's taken a brief moment this week to provide an update on the sales of the previous release. According to official sales data, Monster Hunter Rise (which...
Monday5th Oct 2026
Mini Review KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- (Switch 2)
Not a cloud in sight
The Kingdom Hearts series has a long and storied history with Nintendo handhelds dating back all the way to the GBA, though (debatably) there have never been any mainline titles developed for them. The ultimate monkey's paw then curled with the Switch, when Square Enix answered fan wishes to port over remastered collections, but...
Review The Witcher III: Wild Hunt - Remastered (Switch 2) - A Huge Upgrade For An All-Time Great
Rivi-awesome
Getting The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt to run on the original Nintendo Switch was an achievement in itself. Some obvious concessions had to be made, especially surrounding the visuals. Character models looked rather murky and the foliage around our protagonist Geralt had to be drastically toned down. With The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt -...
Mini Review KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue (Switch 2)
A bit of a sleeper
In the lead-up to Kingdom Hearts 3, Square Enix needed some fresh content to rebuild interest in the franchise after it had been dormant for years outside of mobile games. After porting over the collections of most of the earlier games to more modern platforms, the company then decided to squeeze out one last collection to hoover...
UK Charts Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Climbs Back Into The Top 10
While Xenoblade Chronicles 2: NS2 Edition makes its debut
The latest UK charts data is in, and we have a few new releases this time to highlight. First up, Minecraft Dungeons II lands at number 2 for its debut, just behind EA Sports FC 27. The new title comfortably sold the most on Switch 2, garnering 70% of the platform split. Next, Xenoblade...
PSA Kingdom Hearts Collection Will Collectively Take Up Over 130GB On Switch 2
Still better than the cloud
October is shaping up to be an exceptionally busy month for game releases, and one of these is Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] for the Switch 2. Ditching the cloud for a proper native release, many fans have been eagerly waiting for this for quite some time. But if you're looking to install absolutely everything in one...
Tuesday6th Oct 2026
News The Switch 2 Exclusive Orbitals Has Received A New Game Update
Fixes have arrived
It's now just over a month since the new anime-inspired co-op title Orbitals landed on the Switch 2 and developer Shapefarm has rolled out a new update. Patch 1.0.5 aims to enhance the overall gameplay experience by addressing multiple bugs and rolling out over 20 fixes. So, if you've been having problems with collision or the...
Monday5th Oct 2026
News Zelda: Majora's Mask Soundtrack Joins Nintendo Music This Week
Termina beckons
Nintendo is ramping up its Zelda 40th Anniversary celebrations with a few new initiatives for the N64's Majora's Mask. First up, and what is undoubtedly the highlight for us, is the addition of the original soundtrack on Nintendo Music. Nintendo states that this will be added on Friday, 9th October in Japan, so it's likely that it...
News Free-To-Play RPG 'The New Denpa Men' Is Ending Service Later This Year
Denparessing
Genius Sonority, the developer and publisher behind the 2024 free-to-play RPG The New Denpa Men, has announced that it is wrapping up the game's service later this year. The game's regular service will end on 7th December at 8pm GMT / 9pm CET / 12pm PT / 3pm ET, with all in-game data such as Jewels and items no longer being available...
News "I Wanted To Challenge Myself" - Former WarioWare Director Talks Life After Nintendo
Wario Where?
Earlier this year, Nintendo veteran and WarioWare legend Goro Abe announced that he was leaving the company and taking up a teaching post at the Osaka Electro-Communication University. Roughly seven months on, VGC got the chance to chat with the dev about his post-Nintendo life, and, rather expectedly, games are still very much on his...
News NBA 2K25 Sounds The Buzzer On Its Best Game Modes, With A Delist & Server Shutdown Inbound
MyCareer and MyTeam hit the bench
We NBA 2K fans are no strangers to an online server shutdown, but 2K is pushing the boat out even further this year, as it has announced that NBA 2K25 is being fully delisted later this month, with the ensuing server closings pruning the title's two best game modes (thanks for the heads up, VGC). The publisher...
Sunday4th Oct 2026
Video 15 Exciting New Games Coming To Switch 1 & 2 In October 2026
No time for rest
If you're overloaded with games right now, you're not alone, and this month even more amazing titles are on the way to the Switch 1 & 2. Mai and Jim are now here to take us through the month of October, and it seems like there really is something for everyone with family-friendly experiences such as Minecraft right through to the...
News PlatinumGames Comments On The Future Of Bayonetta
Will our favourite Umbra Witch return?
PlatinumGames has offered a brief yet tantalising comment on the future of Bayonetta during an interview with Famitsu (thanks, Nintendo Everything). The company's CEO Atsushi Inaba was speaking alongside Shift Up’s Kim Hyung Tae, with the pair having recently collaborated on a Bayonetta
"easy to recommend"
Digital Foundry has delivered its tech verdict for The Witcher 3 Remastered; a game that, for many, will be a completely free upgrade if you owned the original Switch release. Obviously, the difference in quality between Switch 1 and 2 is staggering, despite DF calling the original release one of the "most impressive feats" on...
News Capcom Is Looking To Evolve Its RE Engine Into An 'AI-Era Game Engine'
It wants to "create games together with AI"
Capcom programmer Satoshi Ishida has detailed upcoming improvements to the company's proprietary RE Engine during the Capcom Open Conference RE: 2026. As reported by GameBiz (thanks, VGC), Capcom's 'REX' initiative is designed to overcome modern development challenges that make the process so lengthy,...
News RuneScape: Dragonwilds Reveals Multi-Year Roadmap
Monthly & quarterly updates throughout 2027
RuneScape: Dragonwilds developer Jagex has officially unveiled its new "multi-year" roadmap, covering the remainder of 2026 and the plans for 2027. In the immediate future, adventurers can look forward to the next free update "Luminance", out this winter. This is a prelude to the Blood Crystal Saga coming...
Review Minecraft Dungeons II (Switch 2) - A Fun But Flawed Dungeon-Crawling Sequel With Great Co-Op
Creepers, Skellies, oh my
A traditional adventure format seems an ill fit for something as freeform as Minecraft. The Markus 'Notch' Persson-created global phenomenon is an experience built on creativity with endless scope for experimentation, so constricting it within the boundaries of genre seems misguided. That said, the franchise has enough...
News Sonic Is Getting An Extremely Expensive And Rare Porcelain Statue
Only 50 will be available worldwide
We've seen plenty of Sonic the Hedgehog statues over the years, but this one is a little bit different...and a lot more expensive. It's a "one-of-a-kind" porcelain statue celebrating the blue blur's 35th anniversary. It will be available for one million yen (around $6,330 USD), and just 50 figures will be made...
Feature Box Art Brawl - Zone Of The Enders: The Fist Of Mars (GBA)
In the zone
Hello everyone, and welcome to another edition of Box Art Brawl! Last week, we looked at a curious little game for the NES called Dragon Warrior II – not sure if you've heard of it. Regardless, while both contenders for this are excellent in their own right, it was Japan that nabbed the win with 66% of the vote – jolly good, indeed...
News "Let The Heroic Games Begin" - Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Brings The Battle To Tetris 99
Reminder: The 57th cup has arrived
[Tue 29th Sep, 2026 02:55 BST]: Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave recently arrived exclusively on the Switch 2, and to celebrate, Nintendo's battle royale Tetris 99 will be hosting a special in-game event. During the 57th Maximum Cup, players who earn 100 points will unlock a unique theme featuring special art, music...
Saturday3rd Oct 2026
News Nintendo Has Renewed Multiple Game Trademarks
Blasting back
Nintendo has recently renewed some more video game trademarks, this time for multiple titles on 3DS and Wii U. The first game on the list is Next Level's 2016 Metroid Prime multiplayer spin-off Federation Force. Along with this is the included title Blast Ball (which was also available as a standalone game). Next up is the 2015 Atlus...
Feature The Results Of Our 2026 Switch 2 Summer Survey Are In
Fingers crossed for a Kid Icarus revival
Back in August, we posed 64 gaming-related questions to Nintendo Life readers in our Switch 2 Summer Survey. Topics included gaming habits, thoughts on Switch 2 and its software lineup, how you buy games in 2026, and other questions covering how you get your daily dose of Nintendo goodness on this here...
Reminder Lies Of P Switch 2 Physical Release Now Available
Includes the "game on cartridge"
The soulslike Lies of P: Complete Edition launched digitally on the Switch 2 in August and this week Neowiz has released the physical edition. It's teamed up with iam8bit to distribute the Complete Edition, and there are two versions up for grabs. First is the "exclusive edition" for $69.99. This comes with the full...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (3rd October)
This is Halloween, Halloween
Well folks, you made it through another week; give yourselves a pat on the back. It's been a bit of a quiet one in the land of Nintendo. The big highlight this week is the release of tickets for the upcoming Zelda 40th Anniversary concert, so well done if you managed to nab a couple. The Witcher 3 Remastered also...
Random Tough Week? Grab Yourself A Brew & Get These Immaculate Zelda Tunes On Your Playlist, Pronto
Nylon Lon Ranch
Not sure if you've heard, but they're remaking Ocarina of Time. Oh, you had? Exciting, isn't it! Given the enthusiasm for the return of the Links Young and Adult just over one month from now, your algorithm has probably been spitting a whole load of Zelda-related content at you recently. One such video that cropped up on my feed...
Friday2nd Oct 2026
News CD Projekt Red Says It's Working On Fixes For Witcher 3 Remastered
But Switch 2 owners might have to wait a little longer
Geralt returned in The Witcher 3 Remastered earlier this week, and while the remaster is in a playable state, various issues have been identified across all platforms. CD Projekt Red has already addressed some launch bugs on other platforms, and as for the Switch 2 version, players can...
News Buckle Up, Memory Shortages Are Reportedly Set To Get Worse In 2027
"the supply-demand environment is only getting tighter"
If you were perhaps hoping that the ongoing memory crisis would abate in the coming months, we have some unfortunate news for you. As reported by The Register, memory shortages are set to get even worse in 2027, with Sanjay Mehrotra, CEO of Micron Technology, stating that demand is already far...
Video Octopath Traveler I & II Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch 1 & 2)
Spot the difference
Following a surprise announcement in July, Square Enix has officially released Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler 2 on the Switch 2 this week. If you are wondering how the HD-2D RPG series looks on Nintendo's new hybrid system compared to the old one, side-by-side graphics comparison videos are now being uploaded online...
Gotta go forward
A lot of Sonic fans are eager to see the likes of Sonic Adventure make a return as a remake or remaster – for some reason. Yet according to a new interview with Automaton, Sonic boss Takashi Iizuka seems keen to focus on new games over remasters or remakes. Essentially, he states that the team's resources are limited, so rather...
Round Up The Reviews For Minecraft Dungeons II Are In
Enter the Sift
The world of Minecraft just got a little bigger this week with the release of Minecraft Dungeons II on Nintendo's systems and other platforms. If you haven't already tried out this new entry in the action RPG series, we've now put together this round up to help give you a better idea of what to expect. At the time of writing, the...
Countdown Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Dungeon Crawl #3 - I Hate This Place
Into the belly of the beast
The countdown continues! My weekly adventures through Ocarina of Time's dungeons have brought me to the last of the Child Link trilogy, and what a note to go out on. For those who missed the previous two editions, I'm revisiting one OoT dungeon each week, neatly leading me up to the grand finale on launch week for the...
News Capcom Admits It's Been A "Painstaking" Process Porting Monster Hunter Wilds To Switch 2
The team made decisions and optimisations "one by one"
If you've experienced Monster Hunter Wilds on other platforms, especially during its launch window, you might already be aware of the game's technical woes. These troubles haven't stopped Capcom from bringing the game to Switch 2, and to get the latest entry running "without compromising the...
News 007 First Light Unveils Extended Operations Free DLC - Adds New Game+, Photo Mode And Much More
The Switch 2 port arrives next March
Although the Switch 2 port of 007 First Light has been delayed until next year, IO Interactive is still pushing out new content for the game on other platforms. With this mind, this week it's launched "extended operations free DLC", which comes with new missions, a photo mode, new game+, new weapons, outfits and...
Poll Did You Manage To Get Tickets To The Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert?
Din demand
In what proved to be a pretty predictable Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct, Nintendo announced that a special concert tour would commence in Japan from January 2027. More dates would then follow in North America, Europe, and Australia, inviting fans to celebrating the franchise's most iconic tracks. The predictability continued, of course,...
Thursday1st Oct 2026
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 23.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
It's not much, but it's something
Nintendo released a major update for the Switch 2 earlier in September, bumping the system firmware up to Version 23.0.0. Now, it has rolled Version 23.0.1 at the end of the month to sort out some small issues where software might take longer than expected to perform an action. Below are both sets of patch notes,...
Where are Freddy, Bonnie, Chica and Foxy found?
Fortnite's collab with Five Night at Freddy's - also known as FNAF - encompass both shop skins and in-game appearances as part of Fortnitemares 2026. Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria and four animatronics - Freddy Fazbear, Bonnie the Rabbit, Chica the Chicken and Foxy the Pirate - can be found across the...
Japanese Charts Fire Emblem Sales Plummet, But It's Still Enough To Stay On The Podium
Quiet week, eh?
After last week's charts came in a little later than usual, it has only been a matter of days since we last caught up with the Japanese game sales numbers, but Famitsu waits for no one, so we're back with the latest update. Our previous champion, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave (which shifted over 120,000 copies in its debut week,...
PSA Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Free Demo Is Now Live, With A Frame Rate Boost On Switch 2
Don't let the Bel(mont)s end
Konami announced it a few weeks back, but we thought that a little reminder was in order: the Castlevania: Belmont's Curse free demo is now available! The freebie lets you play through the "early stages of the game," according to Konami, and yes, all of your hard-earned save data will be carried over to the full...
Talking Point So, How Are You Liking The Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Demo?
Dracu-lotta fun?
So, ahead of its full release on 15th October 2026, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse just got a free demo on Switch, so you can try out the opening section of the game and see if it's up to scratch. The biggest surprise with this is that if you happen to be playing on Switch 2, the 30fps performance advertised for Switch 1 actually...
News Nintendo Has Now Shut Down Mario Kart Tour
"Thank you for playing"
If you weren't already aware, Nintendo has now officially shut down its free-to-play mobile game Mario Kart Tour. Upon booting up the game, you'll be presented with a notice confirming the service has ended and a message thanking you for playing. Nintendo has also released a "final Mario Kart Tour report" on social media,...
"I think they should try to keep the current generation as long as possible"
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida has been speaking about the current state of the home console market and feels that Nintendo and Sony should try to make this hardware generation last as long as possible. Speaking in an interview with The Verge (spotted by VGC),...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For October & November 2026
Right in the 'vania
Darkness falls across the land, the midnight hour is close at hand... Yes, Halloween is less than a month away, which means publishers are racing to get their spooky games onto consoles amidst the dozens of big-name titles stacking up before the Thanksgiving rush. GTA is the biggest of big names coming soon to other platforms,...
News Capcom Has An Intriguing Plan For When Its Resident Evil Remakes Catch Up With The New Games
"we have been gradually preparing"
Capcom has been proper busy over the last decade or so, pumping out a delightful mix of new Resident Evil titles alongside critically-acclaimed remake of its older entries. There's a lingering sense amongst fans, however, that at some point there will simply be no more remakes. The older games will eventually...
News 'Croc 2' Is Getting The Remaster Treatment Later This Month
School of Croc
The team at Argonaut Games made it no secret that if last year's Croc: Legend of the Gobbos remaster performed well enough at launch, turning to the sequel would be the logical next step. Well, guess what has been announced today... That's right, a Croc 2 Kingdom of the Gobbos (going back to the name used in the sequel's development)...
News Surprise! Donkey Kong Bananza's Limited-Time DLC Events Are Back
Nintendo announces monthly rotations
Nintendo rolled out its final Emerald Rush event for Donkey Kong Bananza in September, and if you never got around to it, or missed out on previous events, we've got some exciting news. According to an announcement on its official Japanese website, these events will be returning starting today (aka 1st October...
News Pokémon Pokopia + Expansion Pass Switch 2 Game-Key Card Release Announced
Launching in Japan alongside the new Legends: Z-A physical release
Pokémon Pokopia was the first Nintendo title released on a Game-Key Card, and while nothing is changing on this front, it's been announced an updated release is on the way to Japan. Alongside the news about Pokémon Legends: Z-A getting a new Switch 2
Nintendo Download 1st October (North America) - Plus 3 Discounted eShop Games Worth A Look
Mickey! Mordor! Muchi Muchi Pork!
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: Minecraft Dungeons II (Mojang, 29th Sep, $29.99) – A...
News ININ 'Relaunches' R-Type Dimensions 3 With A Free Digital Artbook
Let's try again, shall we?
Publisher ININ has announced that it has effectively 'relaunched' R-Type Dimensions III with the release of a third major patch. The latest patch primarily addresses boss fights in Advanced Mode, with changes to the design and patterns made to more closely align with the original game. As an apology, a digital artbook,...
