Guide The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games
The best Switch 2 games to play right now
Guide Our Most Anticipated Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Games In 2026
Updated with September's Nintendo Direct reveals (and BlizzCon 2026)
Guide Where To Pre-Order The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time & Zelda Nintendo Switch 2 Console
Update: Currys has the console in the UK
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Nintendo Switch 2 News
TodayMon, 14th Sep 2026
News Rayman Legends Retold Has Been Delayed
No Way, Man
We were just a few weeks away from Rayman Legends Retold launching on Switch 2 on 1st October, but the game has been delayed at the eleventh hour. As shared in an announcement post on social media, the Rayman dev team at Ubisoft Montpellier revealed that it is pushing back the 2.5D platformer's release to 3rd December, "to make sure...
News Hori Has Announced A Modular Arcade Stick For Switch 2, And It Looks Awesome
Have it your way
Accessory manufacturer Hori has announced a new, ambitious arcade stick for the Switch 2: the Hori Arcade Classic Pro. Officially licensed by Nintendo, the Classic Pro is unique in that it has two modular components on the left and right sides of the device. You've got four directional control options: a standard arcade stick, a...
News Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Gets A Seven-Minute Overview Trailer
Ready for this week's launch
Nintendo has released a new overview trailer for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave ahead of its launch later this week on 17th September 2026. It's only in Japanese for the time being, but we'll update this page as soon as the English version goes live. Essentially though, it covers a lot of what we've seen before in...
News Nintendo Updates Zelda Timeline, Seemingly Confirming A Fan Theory
Links to the past
Nintendo has often stressed its desire to place gameplay above all else, including story. Yet with the company providing (and updating) an official Legend of Zelda timeline, fans have understandably become quite invested in the entire concept. Now, with the upcoming release of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2, Nintendo has once...
The new season launches alongside the Switch 2 release
The Diablo team held a panel about "what's next" for Diablo IV at day two of BlizzCon 2026 and it covered the latest season, future seasons and the Amazon Class coming to the game. Diablo IV - What's Next BlizzCon 2026 Panel: Season of Hell's Legacy - 15th September 2026 Season of Hell's...
YesterdaySun, 13th Sep 2026
Feature What I Learned After Working On Over 1,000 Switch 2 Joy-Con
The joys and cons
Coming into this console generation with the spectre of Switch 1's Joy-Con drift debacle in our minds, reviewers approached the Switch 2's Joy-Con with extreme caution. The controllers seemed much improved, but problems take time to manifest, and even when things do go wrong, knowing whether you've got a one-off dud or a widespread...
News Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Estimated File Size Revealed
Not long to go now
Nintendo's Fire Emblem series is back next with the arrival of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave exclusively on the Switch 2. If you're planning on picking up the game digitally, you'll need to make sure you've got enough space on your system to install it. According to Nintendo's official eShop listing, the estimated file size for...
News Diablo IV x The Witcher III: Wild Hunt Collab Unveiled, Here's A First Look
As part of a new partnership between Blizzard & CD Projekt Red
At Gamescom this year, CD Projekt Red and Blizzard announced a partnership and teased some announcements. Now, at day two of BlizzCon 2026 this weekend, fans of these companies have got a first look at the Diablo IV x Witcher 3 collab. It's a Geralt
News Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina Announced For Switch 1 & 2, Out 2027
Update: April release confirmed in new trailer
[Sat 2nd May, 2026 06:00 BST]: At EVO Japan this weekend, developer French Bread and publisher Aniplex lifted the lid on Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina with a special teaser trailer. It's currently locked in for an "early 2027" release and will be available for the Switch and Switch 2. Here's some...
ICYMI Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Demo Out Now On eShop
A Dragon Quest spin-off also gets a surprise release
During a sizzle reel in the Nintendo Direct earlier this week, Square Enix gave fans another look at the upcoming release Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World. It also included an eShop demo announcement, and in case you missed it, it can be downloaded right now! The demo starts at the...
News Overwatch Announces What's Next As It Reaches The End Of Its First Year-Long Story Arc
New hero, map and more! Cyberpunk collab also announced
Apart from all the Diablo news, the team behind the free-to-play team shooter Overwatch (formerly known as Overwatch 2) shared a handful of new announcements at this year's BlizzCon. Firstly, Doctrine (Hero 54), the vampire-inspired support hero and ally of Doomfist, is arriving in Season 5 on...
Saturday12th Sep 2026
News Nintendo Confirms Zelda 40th Anniversary Collection Restocks
Expect an announcement via the Nintendo Store app
Earlier this week, Nintendo announced a new Zelda-themed Switch 2, Pro Controller and various other items celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the series. Unsurprisingly, many of these items have already sold out in multiple locations around the world. In an update, Nintendo has now confirmed...
News It's Official, Diablo 4: Age Of Hatred Collection Brings Hell To Switch 2 Next Week
And it's already been spotted in stores
After ongoing rumours and even some ratings, Blizzard has finally lifted the lid on Diablo 4 for Switch 2 at BlizzCon 2026 this weekend. Lilith and her army of demons will be unleashed on 15th September 2026 for $69.99 / £62.99. This version on Switch 2, titled
News Nintendo Announces Switch 2 Monster Hunter Wilds Bundle
Launching in Japan this December
The mainline Monster Hunter series will debut on the Switch 2 this December with the release of the new entry Monster Hunter Wilds. In case you missed it, during the Japanese Direct this week, Nintendo (and Capcom) announced hunters in this location will be able to pick up not only the game on 4th December 2026, but...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (12th September)
The calm after the storm
Hey y'all. What a week, huh? What a week. The big highlights, of course, were the two Nintendo Directs. First up, Nintendo treated us to a substantial glimpse at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2, confirming that it will launch very soon on 5th November 2026. We then got a second Direct the day after...
Friday11th Sep 2026
Guide Where To Pre-Order The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time & Zelda Nintendo Switch 2 Console
Update: Currys has the console in the UK
Nintendo lifted the lid on its Ocarina of Time remake in its September 2026 Direct, revealing a stunningly detailed reimagining of the N64 classic. It's scheduled to launch on 5th November, with special Zelda-themed Switch 2 hardware and accessories arriving earlier, on 29th October. In this guide, we've...
News Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Pre-Order Comes With Bonus N64-Style Slipcover
"Exclusively available in Canada at EB Games"
The original N64 box art and game. Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 pre-orders have now opened on Nintendo's website, eShop, and at select retailers around the globe. If you haven't already pre-ordered and happen to be located in Canada, EB Games has announced an exclusive deal. If you pre-order Link's...
Guide Last Chance To Grab These 78 Switch 1 & 2 eShop Games In Nintendo's Blockbuster Sale (UK)
More discounted bangers
Just a reminder that Europe's eShop sales wrap up this weekend, so there's still time to fire up your Switch (2) and take a look at the wishlist if there's something you had your eye on. Carry on! Well folks, Nintendo has already kickstarted its Blockbuster eShop sale in the US, now it's doing the same in the UK and Europe...
Guide Where To Pre-Order Metroid Ravenous For Switch 2, The Special Edition & amiibo
Update: Special Edition available from Very (UK)
The rumours were true and the next '2D' game in the Metroid series is coming on 28th January 2027. Metroid Ravenous is a Switch 2 exclusive continuing Samus' story after 2021's Metroid Dread and sees the bounty hunter devouring enemies in an "eat or be eaten" scenario. Sounds fun! In this guide,...
Feature 26 Details You Might Have Missed From The Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Switch 2 Reveal
Under the lens of truth
It's been a busy week for Nintendo fans, with the company squeezing in two Directs in as many days, and filling out the rest of the 2026 gaming calendar with more Switch games than anyone could reasonably play. On the first-party front, the regular Direct presentation revealed new Metroid and Kirby games, but honestly we're...
Round Up Everything Announced In The Level-5 Vision 2026 II Showcase
A Layton Remake, DECAPOLICE delay and more
Level-5 is back with another Vision showcase and it includes more reveals, game announcements and surprises. If you didn't catch it live, here's a quick rundown: Professor Layton And The New World of Steam Gets A New Trailer This new trailer for Professor Layton and The New World of Steam on Switch and...
PSA You Can Play Star Fox Adventures In Widescreen Mode On Switch 2
Toggle it now
Nintendo expanded its GameCube line-up on Nintendo Switch Online this week with the addition of Star Fox Adventures, the divisive 2002 adventure title from developer Rare. It's been a heck of a busy week, but we thought it wise to let you know that Star Fox Adventures is one of a handful of GameCube titles that offers native...
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It didn't take long for Metroid fans to start name-dropping the talented Spanish developer MercurySteam after the official reveal of Metroid Ravenous. However, Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed the studio behind this game just yet. Eurogamer even went to the extent of reaching out to Nintendo in hopes of a proper statement, but...
News Kirby's 35th Anniversary Celebrations Begin In 2027, Here's The Official Logo
"More information coming in the future"
Kirby is seemingly the next character in line to get the open-world treatment, after Nintendo's Direct broadcast this week ended with Kirby and the World Beyond. It seems this won't be all for the pink puff in 2027. In case you missed it in the previous story, next year actually marks Kirby's 35th...
Thursday10th Sep 2026
Guide Our Most Anticipated Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Games In 2026
Updated with September's Nintendo Direct reveals (and BlizzCon 2026)
Juggling two consoles is hard work for some, but not for Nintendo. While the Switch 2 is the primary focus for the Big N, don't ever count the Switch 1 out. 2025 was a busy one, with the Switch 2's launch really filling out the roster and finally giving us some long-awaited titles...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 23.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Adds VRR in docked, system transfers between Switch 2 and more!
Nintendo has just released a major update for the Switch 2 today, which bumps the system firmware up to Version 23.0.0. This also updates the firmware on the original Switch. This update notably adds VRR output in TV Mode (note: you may need to update your dock before you can access...
News Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Calamity Is Getting Definitive Edition On Switch 2 Next February
Update: Physical release is a Game-Key Card
Koei Tecmo's Zelda spin-off Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity is coming to Switch 2 on 27th February 2027 in Definitive Edition form. As revealed in today's Nintendo Direct, the Musou spin-off and prequel story to
Preview Playing Final Fantasy VII: Revelation On PS5 Has Me Worried For The Switch 2 Port
Took something perfect and painted it Red XIII
It's strange to think that at the start of 2026, we had zero Final Fantasy VII Remake games on Switch 2, and now we are mere months away from the third — which launches simultaneously across all platforms on 8th April 2027. Revelation, the third and possibly most-anticipated of the trilogy, will cap...
News Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.8.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
You can download this free update now
Nintendo has dropped a surprise update for Mario Kart World this week, which adds 10 classic Super Mario Kart circuits and two new Knockout Tours. If you haven't already downloaded this update, it's now officially live! It bumps the software up to Version 1.8.0 and follows a major update in June. As mentioned...
News Stellar Blade Launches On Switch 2 This November With A Proper Physical Release
And a Bayonetta collab?
It landed as a blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment in yesterday's Direct, but Stellar Blade: Complete Edition finally has a Switch 2 release date, and the physical option isn't a Game-Key Card! The game will launch on Switch 2 on 5th November for £54.99 / $59.99, and digital pre-orders are now available from the Switch eShop...
Review Mewgenics (Switch 2) – Tactics Bliss Wrapped In A Hilarious, Must-Play Package
The perfect place to spend my life with fleas and parasites
The Binding of Isaac is perhaps the greatest roguelike ever made, or at the very least, I wouldn't argue with anyone who felt that way. So when developer and indie-game legend Edmund McMillen said that it was merely a basic roguelike to get his feet into the water before creating Mewgenics,...
News Metroid Ravenous On Switch 2 Will Support 120Hz Output
According to Nintendo
If you enjoyed the performance mode featured in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, we've got some good news about MercurySteam's upcoming release, Metroid Ravenous. According to the official eShop listing, the new Switch 2 game will support 120Hz outpu
News Metroid Ravenous Switch 2 Estimated File Size Revealed
"It's eat or be eaten!"
After some rumours, Metroid Ravenous has now been officially confirmed by Nintendo during the latest Direct broadcast. It's launching for the Switch 2 on 28th January 2027, with pre-orders now live on the eShop. Alongside this, the game's estimated file size has also been revealed. According to Nintendo, it will require...
News Nintendo Thanks Fans For Celebrating Super Mario's 40th Anniversary
As Zelda's anniversary celebrations begin
Over the past year, Nintendo has been celebrating Mario's 40th anniversary, but it appears it might have finally ended. As spotted on Nintendo's official website in Japan, the Super Mario Bros. 40th anniversary webpage has apparently been updated with a message to fans, thanking everyone for joining in on...
News Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Updated To Ver. 1.1.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Got to account for that system update
As if all of this week's Direct shenanigans weren't enough, Nintendo yesterday released a surprise Switch 2 system update, adding VRR modes when playing on the TV. But what would such a feature be if it didn't appear in Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, eh? Worry not, the game has been updated too. The Welcome...
News Crisis Core Final Fantasy VII Reunion Scores A Surprise Switch 2 Release
Launch discount, but no upgrade for existing owners
Square Enix has been building up excitement for Final Fantasy VII Revelation with all sorts of announcements in recent weeks, and during the latest Nintendo Direct, it revealed Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion for Switch 2. It's available now on the eShop, and is currently on sale for...
News Capcom Announces Mega Man: Dual Override amiibo, Here's A First Look
Arriving the "same day" as the new game
Mega Man: Dual Override is on the way to the Switch and Switch 2 in Spring 2027 and two amiibo for the new entry have now been announced. Capcom shared this news in the latest Nintendo Direct broadcast, confirming there'll be new amiibo based on Mega Man and Proto Man. They'll be arriving the "same day" as...
News Monster Hunter Wilds Launches For Switch 2 This December, Includes Local & Cross-Platform Play
Game-Key Card release and Prologue Demo also announced
Capcom kicked off the latest Nintendo Direct broadcast with an update about Monster Hunter Wilds for the Switch 2. It's officially confirmed this version of the game will be arriving later this year on 4th December 2026. It will include "all title updates" and Capcom has also revealed hunters...
Nintendo Download 10th September (North America)
Valheim! Woodo! Batman!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch 2 eShop - Highlights: Valheim (Coffee Stain, 9th Sep, $29.99) - Become one of Odin’s...
Wednesday9th Sep 2026
Guide Nintendo Direct September 2026 - Every Game, Announcement And Trailer
How did this one fare?
That's all, folks! After yesterday's Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct, Nintendo has now wrapped up its general Direct, making for quite the jam-packed week for fans. Nintendo spent 45 minutes on new announcements, updates, and reveals for the Switch 2, so to help you digest everything, we've compiled all of it right here. We'll...
Watch Nintendo Direct September 2026 - Live!
Back at it again
Ah, it feels like just yesterday that we had our last Direct... wait a second! Yes, with the Zelda 40th anniversary show behind us, it's time to head into the next showcase of the week: a full-fat Nintendo Direct. Much like yesterday, this one will begin at 3pm BST / 4pm CET / 10am ET / 7am PT, but will last a little longer,...
News Metroid Ravenous Announced For Switch 2, Release Date Confirmed
Metroid 6, baby!
Nintendo has announced Metroid Ravenous for the Switch 2, the latest mainline entry in the iconic sci-fi series. It will launch on 28th January 2027. Amiibo and a special edition have also been confirmed! As for the footage, it looks like a proper continuation of Metroid Dread, albeit with maybe even more melee combat than ever...
News Mario Kart World Goes Retro In New Free Update, Launching Today
Super!
Yes, you read that right, Mario Kart World is finally getting a free content update. What's more, it's arriving today! This new update sees the return of 10 classic Super Mario Kart circuits on the overworld. These are complete with the flat ? blocks that you remember from the SNES. These circuits can all be played as standalone races in VS...
News Metroid Ravenous Price And Box Art Revealed
Another pleasant surprise
Following the announcement of Metroid Ravenous during today's Direct showcase, Nintendo has now revealed the box art and price for the upcoming game. Starting with the digital price, Ravenous will be £49.99 / $59.99 for the digital versions, putting this on par with Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Another pleasant surprise then!...
Scalpers aren't helping...
Nintendo has only just revealed its new Zelda-themed Switch 2, Pro Controller and Ocarina of Time amiibo, but it seems stock is already running dry in certain locations around the globe. On the Nintendo Store in the US, the Zelda 40th anniversary edition Switch 2, which is priced at $519.99, is already "sold out". It's...
News 'Kirby And The World Beyond' Goes Big On Switch 2 Next Spring
Deep breath
A new 3D Kirby is on the horizon! Nintendo closed out today's Direct with a first look at Kirby and the World Beyond, revealing that it'll launch on Switch 2 in Spring 2027. This one looks to be pretty open world, giving you huge areas to freely explore with Kirby's copy abilities. There's something quite Truman Show about the whole...
Reaction The Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Packs Insane Levels Of Detail, And It's Growing On Us
Details of old
Round one of Nintendo's one-two punch of Direct presentations this week is now done and dusted, providing Zelda fans with a proper look at Ocarina of Time for Switch 2 along with a handful of intriguing 40th Anniversary initiatives. As a reminder, we have another Direct presentation later today, with Nintendo promising a look at...
News A Trio Of Resident Evil Remakes Hit Switch 2 In October
Capcom's plugging gaps
As part of today's Nintendo Direct, Capcom announced that Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition, Resident Evil 3, and Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition on 16th October. Cloud versions of both 2
News 'Yo-kai Watch 2: Haunted Domain' Is Real, And It's Coming To Switch 2
Hello, old friend
Level-5 is really bringing out the throwbacks these days, huh? After years of waiting, the studio today unveiled a first look at Yo-kai Watch 2: Haunted Domain, confirming that it'll be coming to Switch 2. We still know very little about this one at the time of writing, but the brief teaser trailer showed us a brief look at...
News Star Fox Fans Are Eating Good, With An NSO Drop And A Switch 2 Update Inbound
The Adventure Continues
Back-to-back Star Fox news? What are the odds? Nintendo had a dynamic duo of Star Fox drops for us in today's Direct. It kicked things off with the reveal that the recent Switch 2 release will soon be getting a free update, adding new Battle Mode stages and split-screen options (only at 30fps, mind) for those after a bit...
