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December2022
News SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake Cooks Up January Release Date
Are you ready kids?
THQ Nordic has today announced that SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake will be arriving on Switch from 31st January, 2023, with pre-orders now open. There are, of course, some special pre-order bonuses in store for all those who want to get in on the F.U.N early. All digital and physical pre-orders will come with the...
News Astroneer Lands Seasonal Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Holiday special
Astroneer, the charming little Minecraft-meets-No Man's Sky sandbox, won us over when it was released back in January of this year and we have been enjoying regular updates ever since. Now the good folk over at System Era Softworks have introduced new festive content in an update titled 'Project C.H.E.E.R'. Aside from the usual bug...
Review Kukoos: Lost Pets - A Charming 3D Platformer Perfect For The Whole Family
Going Cuckoo for Kukoos
Despite the Nintendo Switch’s reputation for being a family-friendly console, the number of truly kid-focused games on the platform are surprisingly few and far between. And if you take licensed games out of the discussion, the number falls even more. Currently, outside of some notable titles like New Super Lucky’s Tale...
Random Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Players Are Seeing Disembodied Heads
Don't look now
We've discussed the glitches seen in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet at length here at Nintendo Life, and while the novelty has largely worn off for many, we simply had to share this one. As reported by the folks over at Automaton, it seems that some players are starting to see disembodied heads floating through the world when taking...
Guide Fire Emblem Engage Characters - Every New And Returning Hero Revealed So Far
Update: Introducing Yunaka
Fire Emblem Engage is set to come to Switch on 23rd January, 2023, bringing the series to the new world of Elyos. As we have come to expect from the franchise, Engage will introduce us to a new team of heroes but, as confirmed by Nintendo, there are also set to be cameos from few recognisable faces of entries past...
Guide Splatoon 3 Stages - Every New And Returning Turf War Map
Update: Chill Season 2022 stages added
Turf War battles in Splatoon 3 take some practice (trust us, based on our first few weeks of play, we know this to be true). While it may take a while to get to grips with the motion controls or ink consumption, one of the easiest things that you can do to improve your game is to get an understanding of the...
News Switch Sales Increased By A Whopping 175% In The UK During November
Helped along by Pokémon and Black Friday
November was a pretty big month for Nintendo. Not only did the latest generation of Pokémon launch with Scarlet and Violet, but the Switch also benefited from the usual Black Friday offers that inevitably pop up each and every year. Such a potent combination is bound to lead to some impressive sales and,...
News PowerWash Simulator Dev Provides Update On Nintendo Switch Release
New content announcements coming "early next year"
At the Tokyo Game Show in September, Square Enix announced the washing and cleaning simulation PowerWash Simulator for the Nintendo Switch. There was no date shared at the time, and now indie developer FuturLab has provided an update - revealing a release will be locked in for this platform in...
News Nintendo Releases Full Statement After Cancellation Of Smash World Tour
Update: Panda Global CEO resigns
Update #2 [Tue 6th Dec, 2022 04:05 GMT]: Panda Global has now released its own statement - revealing Alan Bunney is no longer CEO. Panda's Cup Finale has also been postponed due to security concerns for staff and contractors. You can see the full statement below: Update [Fri 2nd Dec, 2022 11:30 GMT]: We heard...
News River City Girls 2 Has Been Slightly Delayed In North America & Europe
Still expected to launch before the end of 2022
WayForward's new beat 'em up River City Girls 2 was apparently meant to be available here in the west by now, but it seems to have suffered a slight delay. In case you were wondering what's happened to this sequel, Arc System Works and WayForward need just "a bit more time" in order to deliver the...
News Witcher 3's Free DLC Update Doesn't Have A Switch Release Date Yet
So much for December 14th...
Next week sees the arrival of The Witcher 3's "next-gen" update across multiple platforms, but new information suggests it won't be coming to the Nintendo Switch on the same date. Our friends at Eurogamer caught up with CD Projekt Red ahead of the free update's release, and apparently, there's "no specific release date...
Guide Disney Dreamlight Valley: Toy Story Update Release Date And Contents
It's almost time!
If you've played Disney Dreamlight Valley, you'll have seen the sneaky appearance of a tiny plastic space ranger that may have perplexed you. After all, Buzz, Woody, and pals aren't actually in the game yet — but they appear on the title splash screen and in the opening cinematic! Surely the Toy Story gang can't be that far off?...
News Disney Dreamlight Valley "Missions In Uncharted Space" Update Patch Notes Are Now Live
Run, don't walk, to Kristoff's shop
The Disney Dreamlight Valley update — which adds a new realm, new characters, and loads more — is almost here, and ahead of its December 6th release, we've been blessed with the full patch notes. Here are the highlights: Optimised game stability on Nintendo Switch Functional fireplaces The ability to buy...
News Face Tyranitar Or Salamence In Pokémon Scarlet And Violet's Next Limited-Time Tera Raid Battle
Tera-fying
It was back at the start of November that The Pokémon Company announced the first contenders in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's Tera Raid Battles, and now it looks like we know who is going to be turning all crystal-y next. Following on from Eevee and Charizard, the next 'mon to be stepping up to the plate in the game's limited-time Tera...
News Disney Dreamlight Valley Teases New Recipes And Star Path In Upcoming Update
Get cosy with Mickey
The update for Disney Dreamlight Valley is almost here, bringing with it a new Toy Story realm, new characters, new fashion, and a bunch more stuff that we can't even guess. But ahead of the December 6th Toy Story update, the Disney DLV Twitter account is showing off some hints at what's to come — including some new recipes...
News No Gravity Games Is Handing Out 12 Free Switch Games This Month (North America)
The 12 Games of Christmas starts today
It's safe to say that we all love Switch games, but you know what's better? Free Switch games. Fortunately, No Gravity Games is once again giving them out by the sack-load this December (if by 'sack-load' you mean a maximum of 12, that is) as a part of the '12 Games of Christmas' - hey, it's certainly one way...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Best Pokémon For Ranked Double Battles - Tips, Strategies
Early picks for the most powerful ‘mons and battle strategies
Attention all Pokémon Trainers – are you ready for the first ranked season for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet? As of 2nd December until 4th January 2023 you can participate in Ranked Battles Season 1 online with the ‘mons you captured throughout your playthrough. However, with new...
Guide Splatoon 3 Weapons List - Best Pick For Every Weapon Type
Update: Chill Season 2022 weapons added
Choosing your weapon in Splatoon 3 can be a big decision and it is entirely dependent on your play style. While some will want to take the battle by storm with a Shooter- or Roller-class, others will be more prone to scoping out their surroundings with a well-placed Charger. Of course, we recommend trying out...
News Dead Cells' Creator's New Game, Nuclear Blaze, Blasts Onto Switch Next Year
Fire in the hole!
Back in 2018 we were completely enamoured by Dead Cells. A roguelite with gorgeous pixel art and enough intense action to fill many hours of play time, the game was, simply put, a blast. Now Sébastien Benard, the title's lead developer, is taking that sense of blast all the more literally, as their latest game, Nuclear Blaze, will...
UK Charts Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Continue To Fall As FIFA 23 Maintains The Crown
From Pokéballs to footballs
The UK boxed charts are in and this week continues the World Cup-inspired triumph of FIFA 23, with the latest entry in EA's football series taking home the trophy once again. It is a slightly quieter one for Nintendo this week, with the other home consoles dominating the top three spots. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet drop...
Feature Nintendo eShop Selects - November 2022
Nintendo Life's picks for the best Switch eShop games in November!
It's technically the last eShop Selects of the year. Yep, the next time we do this, it'll be 2023, even if we'll be looking back at December's games. But let's not get too far ahead of ourselves yet! We've got November to look back on — a month dominated by Pokémon, but an early...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Party Games
Maximum fun, minimum fuss
We've added a few new games to the list, including Puyo Puyo Tetris 2, Kirby's Dream Buffet, and Let's Sing ABBA. Party on! So, you're having a party, possibly on a rooftop, dancing to the music and all that jazz, but suddenly there's a lull. Fear not because we've got just the thing to get the party started again!...
News DNF Duel Is Getting A Nintendo Switch Port In Spring 2023
New fighter also revealed
At ArcRevo Japan 2022 this weekend, the fighting game DNF Duel was announced for the Nintendo Switch. It'll be getting ported to the hybrid system in Spring 2023. This title, co-developed by the talented team at Arc System Works and Eighting, was originally released on PlayStation and PC in 2022. It's based on the Dungeon...
News Overwatch 2 Previews Season 2 - New Tank Hero, New Events & Much More
Launching on December 6th
Following a troubled launch in October, Blizzard's team-based hero shooter Overwatch 2 has now almost made it to Season 2. The second season will be dropping on December 6 and comes with the new tank Ramattra, the new map 'Shambali Monastery map', a new Greek Mythology-themed event and a new round of balance changes...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Football Games
We mean Soccer, not that 'other' football
Updated with Retro Goal and Soccer Story. Enjoy! Football is the world's most popular sport, from the elite level of child-like millionaires with dazzling skills and impressive diving techniques, to actual children on playgrounds using jumpers for goalposts. Being a football / soccer fan that owns a...
News Warframe On Switch Just Got A Cross Platform Play Update
"Bringing together Tenno from across the globe"
Remember last July when Digital Extremes announced it would be adding cross-play and cross-save support to its hit free-to-play title, Warframe? Well, cross platform play is now officially available. In a new update, the company announced cross platform play was finally supported for PC, Xbox,...
Feature Our Verdict On Splatoon 3's Chill Season 2022 Update - New Stages, Weapons, And Modes
A splat in the right direction
Splatoon 3 came out back in September and we've been having a great time with it ever since. While the list of tweaks and additions in this threequel was long, and the mechanics have never been smoother, there were some out there (us included, to an extent) who felt that the series' third entry was good, but...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 3rd)
Splatting, catching and slashing
"How many different franchise can we feasibly hear news about this week?" We might have asked on Monday here at Nintendo life. The answer: all of them. The past seven days have seen us reporting on the new Mario movie trailer, breaking down the intricacies of Splatoon 3's new update, reporting on Nintendo Switch...
News Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope Receives Its First Title Update On Switch
Fixes bug that prevented 100% completion & more
Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope was an amazing game, but as many players progressed in the game they discovered they were unable to 100% the title. Fortunately, the team at Ubisoft has now addressed this in a patch update. This update is roughly a 176MB update and comes with a number of fixes and...
Video 11 Exciting New Games Coming to Nintendo Switch In December
Mario Kart 8 DLC Wave 3, Crisis Core & more
We've made it to the final month of 2022, everyone! It's been another action-packed year of gaming, and while we didn't get everything we necessarily wanted, it was still a fun ride on the Nintendo Switch front. So, what's there to look forward to in December? Well, apart from Inscryption, which is...
News A New Limited-Time Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Tera Raid Battle Has Begun
Catch a special Charizard
Update [Sat 3rd Dec, 2022 00:30 GMT]: This event is currently underway, so if you haven't already joined in on the fun, do it while you still can. This Tera Raid Battle will run until the 4th of December and will take place again on 15th - 18th of December. Original article [Thu 1st Dec, 2022 03:00 GMT]: Following the...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Walkthrough, All Gyms, Evolutions, Collectibles, Tips, And Tricks
Gotta catch 'em all?
Welcome to our Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Full Walkthrough Guide hub! This Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Walkthrough — which includes the Full Paldea Pokédex, plus tips to conquer Victory Road and all gym leaders, the Path of Legends and all Titan Pokémon, and Starfall Street and Team Star — will guide you through the game...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For December 2022 And January 2023
Fire Emblem! Dragon Quest! Final Fantasy!
The turn of the year is never the busiest of times for shiny new releases, but with Nintendo's next major title just around the corner, there's still enough on offer if you're looking to treat yourself. Below, we've been busy rounding up our usual selection of games headed to retail over December and...
News Shmups 'Dezatopia' And 'Mecha Ritz: Steel Rondo' Lock Onto Physical Combo Release
Pew pew times two
Strictly Limited Games has announced that it is bringing two new shoot 'em ups - Dezatopia and Mecha Ritz: Steel Rondo - together for a combo physical release with pre-orders opening on 4th December. The Japanese indie shooters being packaged together in such a way is perfect for all those out there who are prone to reaching the...
Feature Which Characters Are Next For Disney Dreamlight Valley? Every Hint From The Game
Who's next to be welcomed into the valley?
We now have confirmation that the next update for Disney Dreamlight Valley will bring Toy Story characters, clothing, furniture, and a themed realm to the game. We've also seen very strong hints at Stitch from Lilo and Stitch coming to the game as part of a winter update
News The Outbound Ghost Dev Issues An Apology Regarding Switch Performance Issues
"I never wanted this version of the game to come out"
We have been hotly anticipating the release of The Outbound Ghost for a good few months now. A 2.5D Paper Mario tribute with an adorable little ghosty as the main character? What's not to like! Unfortunately, it seems that the game which was released on Switch yesterday is not the version that...
News Animal Crossing Style Game Hokko Life Gets A "Performance Update" On Switch
Next update "coming soon"
If you enjoy lifestyle sims like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and are looking for something else to play, now is a great time to revisit Team17's Hokko Life. A new post on the publisher's official website reveals the Nintendo Switch version of the game has just been updated. Hokko Life made its debut on Nintendo's hybrid...
News Monster Hunter Rise Is No Longer A Nintendo Switch Console Exclusive
PlayStation, Xbox & Game Pass releases confirmed
Before Monster Hunter Rise was even released on Nintendo Switch, it was revealed the new game would be getting a PC release roughly a year later. The base game was then followed up by the Sunbreak expansion earlier this year in June. Now, in another update, Capcom's long-running series is no longer a...
Video Here's A Look At Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's Performance (Version 1.1.0)
New update apparently "improves the performance"
Following Nintendo's apology yesterday about the tech issues and bugs in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the new entries have now been updated to Version 1.1.0. In the official patch notes it was mentioned how "select bugs" would be fixed, and now that this update has been released, there are already...
Nintendo: "We take the feedback from players seriously"
Update [Fri 2nd Dec, 2022 00:55 GMT]: Version 1.1.0 is officially live! To manually update the title, press + on the home menu game icon and then select the 'software update' option. Original article [Thu 1st Dec, 2022 03:15 GMT]: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet have been available on the...
News Paper Mario-Inspired RPG 'Flynt Buckler Wakes The Sleepy Castle' Smashes Funding Goal
Aiming for a 2024 release
A veritable cornucopia of Paper Mario-likes are either making their way to the Switch, or are already available — so many that we've got a list of the best Paper Mario-likes, even! And for those of you who can't get enough of games about two-dimensional protagonists, today is an extra special day, because not only is
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Where To Find Zorua
He's a sneaky lad
Zorua is a cute little fox Pokémon, but in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, it's hard to find — because it likes to disguise itself as other Pokémon, like a Zorua. But Zorua is also far more skittish than a Zorua, so finding one and catching one can be very difficult. Here's how to find your very own Zorua! Pokémon Scarlet...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: All Team Star Boss Rematches
I'll give you S.T.A.R.S!
Team Star may have reformed and turned a new leaf by the end of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, that doesn't mean they're not still ready to take you on again. You can rechallenge all five Team Star Bosses in the postgame, and we've got all of their teams here for you to study up on. Here's how to rematch, and beat, all...
Guide Disney Dreamlight Valley: All In-Game Gift Codes
Get free stuff!
Did you know Disney Dreamlight Valley has gift codes? It's true — you can get free gifts by typing in the codes below, and there will be more released alongside updates to come. Complete list of active Disney Dreamlight Valley gift codes: Below is a full list of the gift codes you can currently redeem in Disney Dreamlight Valley...
News Disney Speedstorm Hits The Brakes As Release Date Is Pushed Into 2023
A screeching halt
Remember back in the hazy days of this February's Nintendo Direct when Disney Speedstorm was announced to be coming to Switch in the Summer? That obviously never came into fruition, and now the developer, Gameloft, has made the decision to delay the game further into next year. In a statement sent out via the official...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Tera Raid Online And With Friends
Tera-iffic
Raiding with friends is fun! And Pokémon Scarlet and Violet carry on the Galar region's Gigantamax Raid tradition by letting you take on (and catch) powerful Pokémon. These can sometimes have unique Tera types, but often, the higher-level raids are much easier and more rewarding when taking them down with others. You can also use this...
News Ninja Gaiden Inspired 'Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider' Launches Next Month
What a way to kick off 2023
Publisher The Arcade Crew and devleoper Joymasher have announced that the upcoming pixel art action-platformer Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider will launch on the Nintendo Switch on January 12th, 2023. It wasn't long ago that 2023 still felt like an age away, but the game's release is now only a little over a month away, and...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Mystery Gift Codes List
All the current Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Mystery Gift codes
Mystery Gifts are returning for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, and that means you'll be able to get various Poké freebies over the coming months (and years!). The Pokémon Company and Nintendo will be releasing various special distributions for the games to give fans unique rewards, and...
Japanese Charts Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Are Gaining On Splatoon 3's Total Sales
Another half a million in the bag
The latest Japanese Charts data is here and it's another strong week for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, with the duo achieving another 577,279 sales over the course of the week to put them at a total of 3,114,571. Splatoon 3, meanwhile, added another 39,322 sales to make up a total of 3,407,477. What this means is...
Nintendo Download 1st December (North America)
Inscryption! Romacing SaGa! Witch on the Holy Night!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - Highlights: Romancing SaGa...
News Game Freak Registers Trademark For Potential 'Pocket Card Jockey' Sequel
Or could it be a remake..?
Game Freak, the core developer behind the Pokémon franchise, released a much loved 3DS title back in 2013 called Pocket Card Jockey. Exclusive to Japan for three years, it eventually made its way to other regions in 2016 to positive reception. Now, it appears there may be a new game on the horizon, as a trademark for...
News Persona 5 Royal's Release On Switch Contributes To Over 1 Million Total Sales
Persona series surpasses 16 million
In a message shared online, Atlus has confirmed that the recent launch of Persona 5 Royal on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC has now surpassed 1 million units sold. This figure accounts for sales across digital platforms and physical retail copies. Additionally, when including the original...
News Borderlands 3 Has Been Rated For The Nintendo Switch
Sound familiar?
Borderlands 3, the FPS sequel from Gearbox Software, has been rated by Europe's Pan European Game Information (PEGI) for the Nintendo Switch, potentially indicating an upcoming launch. The rating was applied today, December 1st, and has been included on all versions of the game and all of its downloadable content. For a full...
News Nintendo Switch Online's Missions And Rewards Scheme Adds Splatoon 3 Icons
Fresh!
It's December folks, and you know what that means: yes, it's time to start each morning with a cheap little chunk of chocolate from our advent calendars. Not only that though, but Nintendo has added a bunch of fresh icons to its 'Missions and Rewards' scheme for Nintendo Switch Online. This time, they're Splatoon 3 themed and will be...
News Monolith Soft Celebrates Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Fifth Anniversary With Special Artwork
Download some free wallpapers
Today marks a special milestone for the Xenoblade series - with the second game in the series Xenoblade Chronicles 2 turning five years old. Yep, it's now half a decade old! To celebrate this very occasion, Monolith Soft has actually released some special wallpapers on its official website. You can get a mobile one of...
News Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Ranked Battle: Series 1 Gets Underway
Test your trainer skills in head-to-head battles
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet has a number of live service features and today marks the launch of the first Ranked Battle series. Ranked Battle: Series 1 allows trainers around the globe to participate in special battles to help them get to Master Rank. You can use certain pocket monsters in battle...
News Sonic Frontiers Reveals Free DLC Road Map For 2023 - New Story, Playable Characters & More
A free 'Holiday Cheer Suit' is also being added
Following the special Sonic Frontiers collaboration with Monster Hunter earlier this month, Sega has now revealed its plans for even more free updates. The game company has revealed a new '2023 content road map' - featuring a total of three updates. Players can expect all sorts of content including a...
November2022
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Unlock 6-Star Raids
Star Raids for some Star Bucks
If you're someone who thinks Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is a bit too easy, then you should seek out 6-Star Raids. These Tera Raids are the game's most difficult challenge, and you'll need to have the best Pokémon in order to secure victory. They're so tough that you can't even access them until you've beaten the...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Academy Ace Tournament - How To Unlock, How To Beat
You're an Ace Trainer
The Academy Ace Tournament is one of the biggest challenges in Paldea while also being a big celebration for you. It's a great place to train underlevelled Pokémon, while also getting to duke it out with your fellow students and teachers. Here's how you unlock the Ace Academy Tournament in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, and...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: All Gym Leader Rematches
Second time's a charm
Once you've finished all three story paths, unlocked the final one, and seen the credits, you might think that the Paldea region is all over. But there are more challenges waiting for you in the postgame of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. The first of these is taking on all of the Gym Leaders in a rematch. Here's how to...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: What Are Marks And Ribbons? How To Give Your Pokémon A Title
Pikachu the Pokémon Fan
If you've been messing around in your Pokémon's summaries, you may have noticed something that looks a little bit like this: If you're wondering what these mysterious badges mean, what they do, and how to get them, then look no further — we've got a comprehensive guide to Ribbons and Marks for you, so you can customise...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Hyper Training And How To Get Bottle Caps
It's super effective!
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Bottle Caps are your ticket to hyper training and higher IV levels. Hyper training is an endgame activity that mostly benefits competitive players, but if you want to get as much as possible from your favorite Paldea Pokémon, this is the way to do it. This guide explains how to get Bottle Caps and...
News LEGO Brawls To Receive Free Festive Update This December
New stage, Minifigures and more
LEGO Brawls released on the Switch back in September to a less than favourable reception - we gave it a 4/10 in our review. But Bandai Namco is hoping to turn this all around for the Holidays as it has today announced a festive update, 'Jingle Brawls', will be available throughout December. The update promises to add...
News Disney Dreamlight Valley Is Getting A Winter Themed Update Alongside Toy Story Content
"There's nothing small about the amount of content that awaits you"
The next update for Disney Dreamlight Valley will add Buzz, Woody, and a new Toy Story realm to the game, but it turns out that there's even more content that will be added alongside whatever they could find in Andy's toybox. As teased the other day in a cryptic emoji tweet, the...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Get Shell Bell
Ring a dingle ling
How to get the Shell Bell in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is something you want to figure out as early as you can in your Paldean adventure. Whether you’re interested in competitive play or not, the Shell Bell is one of Pokémon’s most useful hold items if you prefer an offense-heavy approach to battling. This guide explains...
News Tales Of Symphonia Remastered Is Looking Slick In New Story Trailer
RPG launches February 2023
Bandai Namco has released a brand new trailer for its upcoming RPG, Tales of Symphonia Remastered, due for launch on February 17th, 2023. Focusing on the story, the new trailer showcases Lloyd Irving and a bunch of his friends against a backdrop of very dramatic music. Nice. The original game first launched for the...
Soapbox Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Is The Most Friction-Free Pokémon Yet
We can go where we want to
I often tell people that I am not a Pokémon fan. I say this while sitting in a Pikachu-branded chair, with my handmade Snom figurine hanging out on my desk next to my my off-brand plastic Swinub figurine, having played 90% of the available Pokémon games out there (I didn't bother with Black and White 2 and I didn't like...
Guide Disney Dreamlight Valley: Fishing Guide - How To Fish, Where To Find Fish
Finding Nemo
Disney Dreamlight Valley's Animal Crossing-like gameplay wouldn't be complete without a fishing mini-game, but how do you get the ability to fish, and where can you find fish? We've got the tips ready for you! How to fish in Disney Dreamlight Valley Fishing in Disney Dreamlight Valley is quite straightforward. Equip your fishing...
Deals Save On Switch Games And eShop Credit In Nintendo Life's Black Friday Sale
Update: Sale ends today!
Update: Here's a friendly reminder that our Black Friday sale ends today. If you're wanting to stock up on discounted Switch eShop credit or pick up some digital games, use code 'BLACKFRIDAY' on the deals below before the sale ends! November usually means two things: the weather's turning absolutely miserable (blergh), and...
Review Astronite - 1-Bit Metroidvania Adventuring With A Dash Of Dark Souls
The full Spectrum
Astronite looks like it hails from the ZX Spectrum, and that’s precisely its goal. Touted as a “1-bit Metroidvania”, it’s rendered in stark black and white, with thin line art and all the evocative hallmarks of PC gaming's bygone age. It even features little floppy disk icons at its save points and old-style telephones at...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Sandwiches Explained - All Sandwich Recipes And Ingredients
Which 'wich will scratch the itch
Getting sandwich recipes in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet and making sandwiches makes tracking down certain Pokémon much more convenient and helps you fill the Paldea Pokédex faster. The right recipe can even help raise your chances of catching a Shiny Pokémon, though getting to that point takes a bit of time and...
News Forever Limited Unveils Three Physical Editions For Front Mission 1st: Remake
Let's get physical, physical
Front Mission 1st: Remake is out today on the Nintendo Switch eShop, heralding the glorious return of the SNES tactical role-playing game since its initial release back in 1995. We know you all love a good physical edition though, so the fine folks over at Forever Limited have you completely covered with not one, but...
News Minecraft Receives A Sizeable New Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Spectator mode, skins and more
Mojang has released the full patch notes for the latest update in Minecraft and this one is a biggie. What's more, it's available to download right now! Amongst all of the usual bug fixes and improvements, the ver. 1.19.50 update introduces Spectator Mode into the game. This feature has been in an experimental stage...
News Splatoon 3 Version 2.0.0 Is Now Available, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
An absolutely huge update has arrived
Update [Wed 30th Nov, 2022 05:45 GMT]: Version 2.0.0 of Splatoon 3 is officially live and you can download it now. You'll either be prompted to update the game when you boot it up, or you can perform a manual update within the software menu. Original story [Tue 29th Nov, 2022 03:00 GMT]: Nintendo has announced...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Get Slakoth - Slakoth Locations
Zzzzzz
Finding Slakoth locations in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet takes more patience than you might expect. This Normal-type Pokémon doesn’t like showing their sleepy face often, and depending on how much time you want to spend, you may be better off filling this page of your Paldea Pokédex by just breeding Vigoroth. This guide explains where to...
Feature 14 Things That Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Get Absolutely Right
It's not all jank and bugs!
Let's get this out of the way: The technical state of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is pretty shocking. It's buggy, it's broken, and sure, it makes for very funny glitch videos, but for what a full-price Nintendo Switch game costs these days, it should have launched in a much better state. But we've already written...
Video Nintendo Switch Sports' New Golf Update Is Exactly What You'd Expect
More golf than you can golf golf
The new golf update for Nintendo Switch Sports is out now after a bit of a delay, and our lovely Video Producer Alex has been checking it out over on our YouTube channel. He's not alone, though, as our brand new Pure Xbox Video Producer Craig "Good Boy" Reid has joined in the fun to see what all the fuss is about...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Where To Find The Mirror Herb
Mirror H wants to battle!
The Mirror Herb is a brand new Held Item introduced in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. When held by one of your Pokémon, allows you to mirror your opponent's stat increase one time. Pretty handy! Though it has an even greater use when trying to teach Egg Moves to other Pokémon. But it's not just something you can pick up...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Get Gothita - Gothita Locations
Put a bow on it
From the Unova region, Gothita is a Psychic type that, despite being a bit of a veteran Pokémon at this point, is pretty tough to find in Scarlet & Violet. But with our help, you can get your very own, and evolve it into the powerful Psychic-type Gothitelle. Here's where to find and how to catch Gothita, as well as how to...
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Make it so!
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Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Evolve Slowpoke Into Slowking
Slow is the king
Gen 1's Slowpoke was one of the first Pokémon to get a split evolution line with the introduction of generation 2. And in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, you can get Slowpoke's regal second form, Slowking, with a little bit of work. Here's where to find Slowpoke and how to evolve it into Slowking. Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Evolve Chansey Into Blissey
Pure bliss
A series staple Pokémon since Gen 1, Chansey makes a return in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet along with its evolution and pre-evolution. It's a bit of a pain to find and catch, and if you're not focused, it also might be a bit of a pain to evolve too. Here's how to catch Chansey, and evolve Chansey into Blissey. Pokémon Scarlet &...
News Splatoon 3's First Big Run Event Announced For Mid-December
The Chill Season hots up
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Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Catch Shiny Pokémon And Improve Shiny Odds
All that glitters is not Gold. It's Pokémon
Getting Shiny Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet takes plenty of patience, just as in previous games – but thanks to the sandwich mechanic, possibly not quite as much as it did before. Shiny Pokémon are still quite rare, though you can significantly improve your chances in a few specific ways...
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Coming 13th December
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From the director of Gunman Clive
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Six games, one collection
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Download it now
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The Settlers return
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Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Get Roaring Moon And Iron Valiant
Roar valiantly
Once you reach the endgame of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, you'll be able to catch a new kind of Pokémon — Paradox Pokémon. These are only available at the end of the game (and in the postgame), and they're all incredibly powerful. Two of the most powerful of these are Roaring Moon and Iron Valiant, and they're also pretty...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Get Spiritomb
Spiritomb-ed Away
One of the most infamous Pokémon, Spiritomb is a pretty rare Pokémon in the Paldea region. it's always been pretty hard to catch, but with the scope of Scarlet & Violet's world, pinning down where Spiritomb spawns can be tricky. But not with us on hand. Here's where to catch Spiritomb in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Evolve Rolycoly Into Carkol, Coalossal
Colossally good
Rolycoly is a returner from the Galar region and differs from many previous regional rock forms. With a fun coal-themed design, dual Rock/Fire-typing (by the time it fully evolves), and excellent defenses, Rolycoly is a great Pokémon to get early on, and it's one that'll last you a while through Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, too...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Evolve Dreepy Into Drakloak, Dragapult
Dreep-ing up on you
Dreepy is one of the most popular Pokémon from Generation 8, and it makes its return in Scarlet & Violet. This Dragon/Ghost-type evolves into one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game, but it can take a bit of effort for this cute little spooky dragon to reach its potential. Here's how to get your own Dreepy, and how to...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Evolve Applin Into Flapple And Appletun - Applin Locations
An Applin a day
How to get Applin in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet takes a bit of patience and a slightly unorthodox approach to Pokémon hunting. Evolving Applin into Flapple or Appletun is something you can do with relative ease, and unlike in Pokémon Sword and Shield, you can get both in your Paldea Pokédex without havin
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Trade Pokémon
Swap Shop
Trading Pokémon has been an integral part of the Pokémon series ever since it started. With new multiplayer options in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, there are new ways to play — and trade — your 'mons. And you'll need to, too, to get all of the version exclusive Pokémon! PSA: You'll need a Nintendo Switch Online subscription to...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How To Set Up Multiplayer With Friends
Circling a union
Online is a big part of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. You and up to three friends can join each other and explore Paldea together at the same time, in the same world! That means you can get up to some mischief together, take photos, or just help each other out and give each other tips while all playing at the same time. PSA:...
News Cryptic Disney Dreamlight Valley Tweet Could Signal New Surprise Content
Compass down map rocket!
Disney Dreamlight Valley fans will already know that the next update isn't due for another week, on December 6th, but perhaps you'll also have seen this cryptic emoji tweet from the official Disney Dreamlight Valley Twitter account: Of course, this could mean absolutely anything, but players are always hoping that new...
Guide Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Mass Outbreaks - How They Work, What Are Black Question Marks?
Gotta catch 'em all (for Shinies)
Mass outbreaks in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are your chance to stock up on specific Pokémon species and, more importantly, maybe even find a Shiny variation. This guide explains how mass outbreaks work and what you can do to increase your chances of finding a Shiny Pokémon. What are mass outbreaks in Scarlet...
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