Nintendo Switch News
November2019
Poll Come On, Tell Us If You've Been Playing As Terry Bogard In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Facing the fury
It's been an exciting week for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate with the arrival of the DLC fighter Terry Bogard and Version 6.0. Despite some fans not knowing who the heck he was initially, this veteran fighter is here on behalf of SNK's
News Social Media Bands Together To Show Pokémon Studio Game Freak Some Love
#ThankYouGameFreak
It's been a difficult period for Japanese developer Game Freak since the producer Junichi Masuda revealed the upcoming titles Pokémon Sword and Shield for Switch would feature a limited Pokédex. There's been backlash from fans, online leaks and a launch event in Japan was even recently cancelled due to operational reasons...
News New Super Lucky's Tale Dev Open To A Sequel, Still Has Some Unused Ideas
A second tale
In the same Nintendo Life interview with the New Super Lucky's Tale development team, the game's creative director Dan Hurd revealed Playful was open to the idea of a sequel and even had some unused ideas he would like to put to use one day: We even had some early prototypes where Lucky had like a companion character, there's...
News Working With Nintendo Re-Energised The New Super Lucky's Tale Development Team
"it has just been the most warm embrace"
Releasing a game on a Nintendo platform is often a career goal for both aspiring and accomplished game developers. For the team over at Playful, it was no different. During an interview with Nintendo Life video producer Zion Grassl, Playful founder Paul Bettner and company president Mark Stanley revealed how...
News There's Finally A Game On Switch That Makes Use Of Online Play Invites
And it's not a first-party title
Early in September, Nintendo rolled out a new update for Switch, bumping the firmware up to Version 9.0.0. Although the hybrid system has since been updated to 9.0.1, there's a minor feature that arrived in the 9.0 update that can now finally be used. We're referring to the "Online Play Invites" feature – which...
Review Just Dance 2020 - The Same Old Song And Dance Perfected Over 10 Years
Dancing the decade away
Just like Christmas or a hefty council tax bill, you can always rely on the FIFA of dance to pop up with a new entry each year. Just Dance 2020 celebrates the tenth anniversary of Ubisoft’s popular franchise – the original Wii exclusive launched in November 2009 – and if you’ve played any of the numerous titles that...
Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube766k Watch on YouTube News The Neon Circus Update Brings A New Mode To Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
And much more!
Terry Bogard stole headlines earlier this week when he finally arrived in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. This game and Fire Emblem: Three Houses weren't the only titles on the Switch to receive major updates this week, though. On the third-party front, Activision's kart racer Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled got its latest seasonal...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 9th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
Well, what another crazy week we've had with Smash Ultimate's major update and the introduction of Terry Bogard, a pro Fortnite player being banned for life and even our first glimpse at
Can you survive the night?
New listings on Nintendo of America's website have revealed the first three Five Nights at Freddy's games will receive individual releases on the Switch eShop on 29th November. Each game will be priced at $7.99. This release takes place roughly a year after the creator Scott Cawthon announced his point-and-click-survival...
News Pokémon Sword And Shield Will Star The Musical Talent Of Undertale Creator Toby Fox
Update: Give it a listen
Update: The Pokémon Company has now shared music from Toby Fox in the game. You can give it a listen below and read a statement from the man himself right here. Original Article (Fri 1st Nov, 2019 10:30 GMT): The Pokémon series has been home to numerous musi
Review New Super Lucky's Tale - The Perfect Tonic For Jaded Modern Gamers
The fox and the bound
We all need games like New Super Lucky’s Tale in our lives. You may not like to admit it; you may have a tough guy veneer and a no-nonsense online persona that suggests you have no time for such childish nonsense, but deep down – even if you don’t realise it – you could do with this sort of happiness in your life. We...
News Pokémon Sword And Shield's Japanese Launch Event Has Been Canned
All down to "operational reasons", apparently
Pokémon Sword And Shield is shaping up to be one of the biggest launches of the year, and nowhere is that truer than in Japan, where the series enjoys so much fame that 'mon are given positions of authority and no one blinks an eye. Taking this into account, any and all launch events relating to the...
News You Might Want To Put The Brakes On Nintendo's Black Friday Switch + Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle
Always read the small print
Yesterday Nintendo released its list of Black Friday bargains in the US, with $20 off the price of a whole bunch of quality games and a Switch console bundle that throws in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 'free' for the price of the standard console. Not a bad deal on the face of it, although after checking the small print (as...
News YouTubers Life Gets Treated To A New Batch Of Free DLC
New ways to create your content
Part of us couldn't quite believe that Youtubers Life: OMG Edition was actually a thing when it was first revealed for Nintendo Switch last October, but a whole year has passed since then and the game is still going strong. So strong, in fact, that Raiser Games and U-Play Online have revealed that a brand new set of...
Gallery A Closer Look At Nintendo's Barmy New Comedy Puzzler, The Stretchers
Out now!
A few hours ago, we shared the news that The Stretchers - a new Nintendo-published game - appeared out of nowhere on the Japanese eShop. It's now making its way to other regions worldwide (Europe can download it as we write this), and we have a bunch of new screenshots and some extra information to share with you. The game is a comedic...
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate jumps to 3.3m
A nice splattering of Capcom titles available on Nintendo Switch have just surpassed the one million sales mark, earning a place on the company's list of 'Platinum Titles'. If you're unaware, Capcom conveniently keeps a public list of all of its games which generate one million sales; the list has...
Reminder The Pokémon Sword And Shield Maximus Cup Is Now Live In Tetris 99
Secure that theme
Update: As a reminder, the ninth Tetris Maximus Cup is now live, giving players the chance to earn a lovely Pokémon Sword And Shield theme. More details below. Original Article (Fri 1st Nov, 2019 01:15 GMT): This month sees the release of Pokémon Sword and Shield on the Nintendo Switch. Before you enter the Galar Region on...
Katrielle and the Millionaires’ Conspiracy – Deluxe Edition
Today sees the launch of Layton’s Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires’ Conspiracy – Deluxe Edition on Nintendo Switch, making it the first time that the Layton series has appeared on our favourite hybrid console. You can catch the launch trailer for the game up above;...
News Here Are The Full Patch Notes For Fire Emblem: Three Houses Version 1.1.0
Updates and bug fixes
Fire Emblem: Three Houses third wave of content is now available, and alongside this is the release of Version 1.1.0. Unlike the new DLC, this patch is entirely free and will give you access to more save files and makes a few other quality of life changes. It also fixes some bugs and resolves a number of issues. If you have...
News The Third Wave Of DLC For Fire Emblem: Three Houses Is Now Available
Spend some time in the sauna
Smash Bros. Ultimate isn't the only game getting some major updates this week. Nintendo's and Intelligence System's more recent release, Fire Emblem: Three Houses has just received its third wave of downloadable content. Provided you've purchased the Expansion Pass, you'll now have access additional quests, more units,...
Video Smash Bros. Ultimate Glitch Freezes Terry And One Of The Ice Climbers In Time
Nana is horrified
Earlier in the week, Nintendo released the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC fighter Terry Bogard and updated the all-star game to Version 6.0. A few days on, and a glitch has now surfaced online. Fortunately, this particular one is nothing major, so you don't have to worry about your save file being corrupted or the latest update...
News Nintendo Releases The Stretchers, A New Co-Op Rescue Game For Switch
Update: Now available in Europe
Update: The game is now available in Europe, too (which has brought with it new info and screenshots)! You can download it now for £17.99. Original Article: Out of nowhere, Nintendo has released a brand new game on the Switch eShop in Japan. It's called The Stretchers and is a two-player game where you must drive...
News The Outer Worlds Is Launching On Switch "Some Time" Before The End Of March 2020
Take-Two updates investors
When Obsidian Entertainment launched its anticipated action RPG The Outer Worlds last month, there was no sign of the Switch release. Not long after this, a press release from the game's publisher Private Division revealed the hybrid version would be arriving at some point in 2020, leading to the belief the game would...
News SNK's T.N.K III Brings Tank Warfare To The Arcade Archives Series This Week
Destroy everything
This week, it's been a celebration of all-things SNK, with the release of Terry Bogard in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and select fighting games on the eShop currently half price until 20th November. To go out with a bang, Hamster has now added one of the company's top-down vertically scrolling shmup to the Arcade Archives...
News Nintendo Reveals Its Best Black Friday Deals For 2019 (North America)
Lots of discounted games and a console bundle
We're fast approaching Black Friday 2019 - which technically takes place on 29th November - and Nintendo has let us in on its very best offers on Nintendo Switch consoles, games, and accessories. The highlight of the bunch is a Nintendo Switch console bundle which throws in a copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe...
News New Avicii Rhythm Game On Switch Will Donate Some Of The Proceeds To Mental Health Charity
Update: Release date confirmed
Update: It has been revealed that AVICII Invector will launch on Nintendo Switch on 10th December. We've shared the brand new release date trailer for you above. Original Article (Tue 15th Oct, 2019 14:15 BST): AVICII Invector, a rhythm game celebrating the life of the late EDM star, will be launching on Nintendo...
News Live The Life Of A Manga Artist In The Manga Works, Out Today On Nintendo Switch
"Produce the best manga the world has ever seen"
Launching today on Nintendo Switch is The Manga Works, a simulation game where you'll be perfecting your career as an artist. You'll start off your journey as a new and inexperienced manga artist armed only with your pen and your imagination. Your goal is to work across anime, drama and even movies,...
News Super Rare Games Promises More Physical SteamWorld Games If Quest Sells Well
Pre-orders go live today
If you missed the news last week, SteamWorld Quest is going on sale in physical form today. The Switch console exclusive is a particularly solid and satisfying card battler well worth your time, but there's another reason you might want to pick up a copy, too. Super Rare Games has confirmed that, should S
News Retro Shooter Jamestown+ Lands On Nintendo Switch This December
Top-down fun for 4 players
Update: The publisher has confirmed that Jamestown+ will hit Nintendo Switch on December 12th. Original story (Thu 1st Aug, 2019 16:30 BST): Top-down retro shooter Jamestown+ has its sights set on Nintendo Switch, it has been confirmed. The game will be launching for the console in Q4 2019. The game will arrive with new...
Nintendo Download 7th November (North America)
Layton's Mystery Journey, New Super Lucky’s Tale and Disney TSUM TSUM!
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! Nintendo Switch: Layton's...
Nintendo Download 7th November (Europe)
Mario & Sonic! Layton! Super Lucky's Tale!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe 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 Retail - New Releases: Just Dance 2020 (Ubisoft, 5th Nov,...
News Nintendo Comments On How It's Handling Joy-Con Drift
"Our goal is always, always to create quality products"
Joy-Con drift has been an issue that has plagued Switch owners for quite some time now, and Nintendo's reaction to the problem has been sketchy at best; some owners are able to return their faulty controllers for a replacement while other
A story about one very curious Kat
The Professor Layton series is one that’s defined puzzling on Nintendo handhelds ever since the early days of the DS. Since 2007, we’ve received two trilogies and two spinoffs starring the eponymous professor, but declining sales and a general sense of stagnation seemed to have scared Level-5 off from...
"Our focus right now is absolutely on our dedicated platforms"
The NES and SNES Classic Editions have done incredible business for Nintendo, and have triggered a wave of similar consoles from the likes of Sega, Capcom,
Random Nintendo's Customer Support Warns Switch Owners About Pets Peeing On Consoles
Yes, really
Here's the story you've all been waiting for, folks: Nintendo's official customer support has today shared a message regarding the dangers of pets urinating on your favourite consoles. We can't quite believe it either, but in a world where products have to come with all sorts of ridiculous warnings just in case someone was silly enough...
News Alwa's Awakening Dev Eden Pixels Is Back With A 'Modern Retro' Sequel, Alwa's Legacy
Now funding on Kickstarter
The developer behind Alwa's Awakening is set to launch a brand new game on Switch called Alwa's Legacy, as long as it can generate the necessary funds through Kickstarter, that is. Eden Pixels describes the new title as a "modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, magical items and ancient secrets". It's a non-linear...
News Android 10 Now Supports The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Take your mobile gaming experience to the next level
Nintendo's Switch Pro Controller has certainly made a name for itself. Apart from being a great way to enjoy games such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, over on Valve's platform Steam, it's become one of the most popular and most-used controllers for PC gaming platform. In somewhat...
News Idea Factory's Desert RPG Arc Of Alchemist Gets A Local eShop Release Early Next Year
Newly polished and ready for battle
Idea Factory International has announced the desert-filled RPG Arc of Alchemist is coming to the Nintendo Switch early next year. The game will be made available in both Europe and North America via the eShop. The western release allows players to explore the Desert of Beginnings with an updated user interface,...
News Kirby Transforms Into A Fatal Cutie When He Uses His Copy Ability On Terry Bogard
A smashing new look
We've seen some fatal cuties in certain other games in the past, but this one is perhaps the cutest of them all. Following the release of the DLC fighter Terry Bogard in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the Nintendo Versus Twitter account has uploaded a few screenshots to showcase what exactly the pink puffball Kirby looks like as...
News Become The King Of Fighters In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Latest Tournament
Come on, join the battle
During Masahiro Sakurai's Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Terry Bogard demonstration video yesterday, it was revealed a new in-game tournament event would be starting this Friday. Of course, this is all to celebrate the SNK character's recent release. This special event, titled "The Road to Becoming Fighting King" starts on 8th...
News New Game-Changing Features Revealed For Pokémon Sword And Shield
New features that'll mix up the way you train
Several new details have been revealed for Pokémon Sword and Shield today, all of which showcase new features that will have a rather significant impact on the way players train. You can see a brief summary of the features in the video above, but we also have the full rundown for you below, directly...
Video Check Out The Yummy Pokémon Sword And Shield Zacian And Zamazenta Edition Switch Lite
It's a thing of beauty
Pokémon Sword and Shield is almost with us, but before that, we have the special Zacian and Zamazenta Edition Switch Lite to get to grips with. It's not out until November 8th in the west, but we managed to get our hands on a Japanese model early, and Zion has been putting it through its paces. Let us know if you'll be...
Japanese Charts Luigi's Mansion 3 Sells 150,000 Copies But Can't Beat Persona 5 Royal
Mario & Sonic debuts in 5th
Famitsu's Japanese chart figures are now in for 28th October - 3rd November, revealing that Luigi's Mansion 3 couldn't quite make it to the top spot. The game sold more than 150,000 copies in its opening week, but even that total couldn't defeat Persona 5 Royal which claimed just over 200,000 sales on PS4. Ring Fit...
Review Race With Ryan - A Thoroughly Average Racer Tied To The Most Annoying Licence Imaginable
Team Cynic Racing
It might be difficult to believe, but Race With Ryan is one of the most difficult reviews we’ve written in a while. When you’re covering a game based on a licence it’s always important to make sure your opinion of the licence itself doesn’t get in the way of the review. After all, nobody wants to read a review of an NBA...
News Sakurai Says Fatal Fury's Mai Isn't In Smash Because The Game "Is For Good Boys And Girls"
Not safe for Smash
If you watched today's Super Smash Bros. Ultimate presentation, you'll probably be aware that Terry isn't the only SNK character being added to the game today. In the new stage released as part of Terry's DLC pack - the King of Fighters Stadium - you'll spot lots of SNK heroes cheering you on in the background. We're talking...
News Dark Samus And Richter amiibo Are Headed Our Way In January
Pre-orders are already appearing
The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate news just keeps on coming! On top of all of today's Terry-based excitement (including the now-live Version 6.0 update), we also have more news concerning upcoming amiibo. That's right, both Dark Samus and Richter have been officially unveiled. The amiibo will be hitting store shelves...
"I was often asked, 'Who is Samus?!'"
As part of today's presentation on Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's newest fighter, Terry Bogard, series director Masahiro Sakurai spoke briefly about the younger generations' lack of knowledge surrounding the character, Fatal Fury, and developer SNK. It's a topic that became prominent within the Nintendo community...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 6.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
All the tweaks and new additions
As you'll know by now if you've been loitering on this very site, Terry Bogard is now available in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Of course, Terry isn't the only new thing to check out, with the game simultaneously being updated to Version 6.0. The update adds new Spirits, changes to the Battle Arena mode, new Mii...
Feature Just Who The Heck Is Terry Bogard, Smash Bros. Ultimate's New DLC Fighter?
Update: Terry comes to Smash today - but do you know who he is?
The news that Terry Bogard has joined Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has triggered some rather polarising responses from Nintendo fans. For gamers of a certain vintage, Bogard's name is synonymous with SNK's superb lineage of one-on-one fighting games, stretching all the way back to 1991's
News Terry Bogard Is Available In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Right Now
Smash's new king of fighters
Update: It appears that Terry is available in the game as we speak. Enjoy! Original Article: The newest addition to the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate roster, Terry Bogard, will join the battle today - 6th November - it has been confirmed. The news comes from a presentation hosted by series director Masahiro Sakurai,...
News Super Mario Odyssey's Wedding amiibo Are Being Restocked In North America And Japan
Pre-order yours now
If you missed out on snagging the glorious wedding-themed amiibo for Super Mario Odyssey a couple of years ago, you may well be in luck. Recently, listings for the three figures re-appeared on Best Buy, allowing North American buyers to pre-order their figure of choice (or all three, of course). The listings all note that the...
Watch Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - Battling With Terry Bogard - Live!
"Eat your veggies, and you can be tough like me!"
Join Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai for a 45-minute livestream focusing on the upcoming DLC fighter, Terry Bogard from SNK's Fatal Fury and King of Fighters series! <liveblog id="smashbrosterry_2019-11-06" tags="#SmashBrosUltimate" video="
News GRIS Publisher Devolver Digital Accuses Self-Care App Of Ripping Off Its Game
It does look a little suspicious
Back in December of last year, Nintendo Switch players were treated to a beautiful platforming adventure called GRIS. Our most dedicated readers will likely remember it well; we awarded it a mighty nine out of ten in our review, calling it a masterpiece. The game has a very clear and unique aesthetic which is...
News This DOOM Nintendo Switch Controller Sure Is Pretty, Pre-Orders Now Open
Wireless with motion control and mappable buttons
If you've had enough of the Nintendo Switch's ultra-bright neon Joy-Con and are in the mood for something a little darker this winter, you might want to consider picking up this lovely looking DOOM-inspired controller. From accessory maker PowerA, this controller is being released as part of the...
News Pokémon Sword And Shield Gets Treated To A Brand New Five-Minute Trailer
Only nine days to go!
Pokémon Sword and Shield are just nine days away from launching on Nintendo Switch and a brand new overview trailer has been released to remind us of what we'll be getting up to on the big day. It gives us a good look at some of the areas you'll visit during your time in Galar, shows off some of the new Pokémon you'll be...
Random Academy Award Winner Brie Larson's Mind Was Just Blown By Doug Bowser
"I love Nintendo"
No matter how famous people become, it's always nice to see how they can still become normal, grounded people when the time is right – like when you're approached by the president of one of your favourite games companies and asked which character you prefer in Luigi's Mansion 3. (That kind of thing happens all the time to us mere...
News A Jumbo Demo For Dragon Quest Builders 2 Is Now Available On The Switch eShop
Hours of gameplay
Remember the demo for Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age released a while ago? Well, now Square Enix has released a "Jumbo Demo" for Dragon Quest Builders 2. All of the content within this demo combined promises to offer "hours" of gameplay, including farming in Furrowfield. And just like the Dragon Quest XI S demo o
News Suda51 Says No More Heroes 3 Is "About 35 To 40 Percent Complete"
Targeting a 2020 return
After teasing the game for a very long time, Goichi "Suda51" Suda and Grasshopper Manufacture finally lifted the lid on No More Heroes 3 earlier this year at E3. It's aiming for a 2020 release and sees Travis Touchdown return as the beam wielding professional assassin. If you've been wondering how development is going, Suda...
Video Digital Foundry Likens Luigi's Mansion 3 To A "Playable CG Movie"
"Well worth a look"
The tech experts over at Digital Foundry recently looked at Luigi's Mansion 3 to see how it compared to its predecessors and found it to be a shocking technical feat for the Nintendo Switch. In terms of the resolution, the game runs at 1980x1080 in docked mode during gameplay but can drop to 900p in cutscenes. In portable mode,...
News Contra: Rogue Corps Receives Another Free Update, Includes Switch Only Adjustments
And a third update is on the way
After neglecting Contra: Rogue Corps for some time, Konami last week rolled out its first free update for the game – adding hardcore missions and new modes. Unfortunately, there was no sign of any quality of life changes or fixes for the Switch version. Now, though, another patch has arrived. Yes, less than a week...
News Just Dance 2020 Launches Today On Switch And Wii, Here's The Full Song List
Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, Ariana Grande and more
Today sees the release of Ubisoft's latest release in its hugely successful dancing game franchise, with Just Dance 2020 now available for both Nintendo Switch and Wii (but not Wii U). Players can expect to find around 40 new tracks to help them get their bodies moving and we have all of these...
News Fed Up Of Your Switch Not Having A Proper D-Pad? This Case Should Do The Trick
A cover that doubles up as a d-pad
The separated directional buttons found on the Nintendo Switch's left Joy-Con have been something of talking point ever since the console launched in 2017 - some people like them, some really don't like them, and some simply put up with them because single Joy-Con multiplayer would be impossible without them. The...
News Co-Op Puzzle Platformer Degrees Of Separation Gets Free Online Multiplayer Update
And you'll keep your progress, too
Co-op platformer Degrees of Separation has received a free update today which adds online multiplayer into the mix. The game, which uses contrasting aspects of heat and cold to guide players through its fantasy world, can be played either alone or with a friend in co-op. Until now, the co-op has been a local-only...
News Fortnite's Second Physical Switch Release Includes £70 Worth Of Content For £25
"The biggest Fortnite content pack ever"
Despite being an online-based, digital-only game, Fortnite has today been treated to its second physical release on Nintendo Switch and other platforms. Called Fortnite: Darkfire Bundle, this release is an all-new retail version of the game which comes with a recommended retail price of £25 (although we've...
To the Vector go the spoils
With the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang cruelly overlooked for some reason, fans of the Mario & Sonic series haven’t had a new entry for nearly four years now. Given that the 2020 Olympic Games are being held in Tokyo, the home of video games, it would have been truly bizarre for Sega to pass on that one too...
Video Persona 5 Scramble Gets A New Trailer Introducing Joker
Just months ahead of its launch
Atlus has shared a brand new trailer for the upcoming Persona 5 Scramble: The Phantom Strikers, which is set to launch on Nintendo Switch in Japan in February. As you
Rumour Nintendo May Have Caught The Pokémon Sword And Shield Leaker
Someone wasn't careful enough, it seems
The recent leak of information relating to Pokémon Sword And Shield certainly wasn't part of Nintendo's grand scheme for promoting the game, but if a recent rumour is to be believed, the company has tracked down the individual responsible. The report comes from Twitter user KGPrestige, who claims that...
Deals Get Luigi's Mansion 3 For £20 When You Buy A Nintendo Switch Console (UK)
Wa-hoo!
If you're still on the lookout for Luigi's Mansion 3 and happen to be in the market for a Nintendo Switch to play it on, these new deals could be just the ticket. Black Friday is still a few weeks away, but Amazon UK appears to be getting in on the deals early with this selection of Nintendo Switch offers. At the time of writing, you can...
News Balthazar's Dream Has You Playing As A Dog On A Mission To Save Its Owner
Launches on Switch next week
Seemingly being made up of a mix of different genres, Balthazar's Dream is just days away from launching on Nintendo Switch. The best news? You play the whole thing as a dog. The game follows the story of Dustin, a boy who goes into a coma after a tragic incident. His injuries are serious, but his faithful dog Balthazar...
News Football Game Arrives On Switch This Week, But Don't Expect To Play Much Football
Things aren't as they seem
Launching later this week on Nintendo Switch is Football Game, but despite what the title might suggest, you won't actually be playing much football. Instead, this one is a point-and-click thriller inspired by the classics of the genre released back in the '80s and '90s. You'll be joining Tommy, a local high school...
News Nintendo's Taking Ring Fit Adventure On A Tour Of The UK & Ireland
And you can win your own copy
If you've been left intrigued by Ring Fit Adventure but haven't yet taken the plunge, you'll be pleased to know that you can now check it all out for free at a number of locations around the UK. Nintendo's taking its fitness and RPG mash-up on tour, giving players a chance to get their sweat on and see what the game's...
News Nintendo Reveals The Top 15 Most-Downloaded Switch Games In October 2019 (Europe)
There's a goose on the loose
Nintendo has shared a list of the top 15 most-downloaded Switch eShop games of October 2019 in Europe, and the top spot has been taken by a familiar honky contender. That's right, in its second calendar month on the market, Untitled Goose Game has managed to sneakily steal the number one spot away from its competitors...
News No, Tomorrow's Smash Ultimate Terry Bogard Livestream Won't Reveal Any New Fighters
Nintendo clarifies ahead of time
As you may well have seen already at this point, a livestream hosted by Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai is set to air tomorrow. The stream will feature an in-depth look at upcoming DLC fighter, Terry Bogard. Strangely enough, a surprising number of people have reacted to the news by saying that...
News Get More Value Out Of Your Switch Online Sub With This Smash Bros. Ultimate Vault Shopper Set
Download it today
Last week at Nintendo's financial results briefing, president Shuntaro Furukawa promised the company would "continue to enhance" Switch online content, to encourage more users to try out the service. While it's taken a while to get going, it has improved in recent times with the launch of the Super Nintendo digital library. One...
News Punishing Action-Platformer Blasphemous Gets A Limited Run Physical Release
Pre-orders open next week
The beautifully-crafted Souls-like/Metroidvania action-platform game Blasphemous is receiving a Limited Run Games physical release for Switch. The title was originally published on the Switch eShop and multiple other digital platforms by Team17. Two-week pre-orders for the standard and collectors versions open next week,...
