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December2024
News New Shenmue III Publisher Asks If You Want To See The Game On Switch
Umm...YES?
ININ Games announced last week that it has officially gained the publishing rights to Shenmue III, the long-awaited third entry in the cult Dreamcast series. Of course, here at Nintendo Life, that got us thinking about the future of the series — particularly given than none of the games have appeared on Switch. And now, ININ Games has...
News Croc Remaster Will Miss Its December 2024 Launch Window
"We believe that a little more time is needed"
Argonaut Games has made the tough decision to delay the upcoming Croc: Legend of the Gobbos remaster to Q1 2025. In a statement shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Argonaut said the decision to delay the game from its projected December 2024 release date "was not made lightly, but we...
Video Let's Discuss The Big Question: What The Heck Is Happening At Nintendo Right Now?
Yep, we're confused too
It has been a strange few months in Nintendo land. There hasn't been a Direct since August, but a series of strange announcements have been trickling out of the House of Mario nonetheless. There was Alarmo, Nintendo Music, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, and more random NSO drops than we can count. So now it's tim
Random Nintendo And Acquire Brainstormed "Over" 100 Subtitles For Mario & Luigi: Brothership
What do you think of the final name?
Nintendo is known to workshop all sorts of ideas and game titles, and this was the same case with Mario & Luigi: Brothership. In the third chapter of the latest 'Ask the Developer' series, the development team revealed how Nintendo and Aquire had brainstormed "over 100 options" for the game's title. And if...
News Square Enix Provides Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Global Sales Update
Two million units have now been shipped and downloaded
There have already been a handful of stories about the sales success of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake in countries like Japan, and now Square Enix has shared an update about how the game is performing globally. Since launching on 14th November 2024 across multiple platforms including the...
News Graphic Hack 'N' Slash 'Tails Of Iron 2' Now Launching Earlier Than Expected On Switch
"Half Witcher, half Game of Thrones"
While we're used to delays around this time of year, it's not often a game gets moved forward, and that's exactly what's happening with the graphic hack 'n' slash sequel Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter. Although it was previously announced for a February 2025 launch window, it's now officially been shifted...
News Wario Land-Inspired 'Antonblast' Suffers Last-Minute Delay On Switch
Update: The new release date has been confirmed
Developer Summitsphere has announced that its upcoming Wario Land-inspired platformer Antonblast will be further delayed on the Nintendo Switch. Although the game is still scheduled to launch on Steam on 3rd December 2024, it's been determined that the Nintendo Switch version simply isn't quite up to...
Opinion Nintendo Needs To Let Us Block The Crap On Switch 2's eShop
Block and move on
It's been years now since Nintendo opened the eShop floodgates and started letting everything in. In stark contrast to the Wii U days when even established developers had trouble getting their games on Nintendo platforms, the weekly update is now filled with games that would have been unthinkable just one console generation ago...
Nintendo Download 5th December (North America)
Fitness Boxing 3! Power Rangers! Mythwrecked!
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: Fitness Boxing 3: Your...
News Acquire Comments On Mario & Luigi: Brothership's Familiar Opening Cutscene
"Some coincidence, huh?"
If you’ve recently played Mario & Luigi: Brothership, then chances are you might have noticed something rather familiar with its opening cutscene. That is, of course, if you’ve also seen The Super Mario Bros. Movie from Nintendo and Illumination. You see, both the game and the movie feature our favourite platforming...
Japanese Charts Mario Party Jamboree Ends Dragon Quest III's Reign
Back for another star
After two big weeks of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake dominance, Famitsu's latest look at the Japanese physical software charts has a new champion. Super Mario Party Jamboree has rolled back into the top spot, with an additional 56,032 sales pushing the latest board game bonanza past 500,000 total sales and ahead of Dragon...
Random Monolith Soft Showcases Piles And Piles Of Xenoblade Chronicles Scripts
Yeah, that's a lot
You really don't need us to tell you just how dense the Xenoblade Chronicles franchise is when it comes to plot and dialogue, so we're going to let developer Monolith Soft itself do the talking. In a recent social media post, the team has showcased the sheer wealth of script books accumulated from the series so far, and it's a...
News New Hand-Drawn 3D Platformer Is Bursting With Nintendo Inventiveness
Launching Q1 2025
A new hand-drawn 3D platformer is heading to the Nintendo Switch in Q1 2025, and by gum, it's looking rather lovely indeed. Ruffy and the Riverside comes from developer Zockrates Laboratories and looks to bring some of that iconic Nintendo inventiveness into a gorgeous world full of hand-drawn characters and assets. The general...
News New Switch Anime Fighter Due Out In 2025 "Refused Classification" Down Under
Déjà vu
The upcoming fighting game adaptation of the manga and anime series 'Hunter x Hunter' is due out on the Switch and other platforms in 2025, but it seems it's been refused classification in one particular country ahead of release. The country (and classification board) that's knocked back Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact is Australia. The...
News Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Switch Physical Pre-Orders Are Now Live (US)
Includes a special Capcom vs. SNK comic
Although we don't have a release date for Capcom Fighting Collection 2 just yet, the good news is physical pre-orders are already live in the US. This includes physical editions for both the Switch and PlayStation 4. There'll also be a 48-page Capcom vs. SNK comic (which we guess is similar to the one in...
News Ex-PlayStation Boss Questions Future Of Consoles, But Not Nintendo Hardware
"They live in their Own Private Idaho"
As the video game market continues to evolve there's once again talk about the viability of console gaming. In the same interview with Eurogamer, ex-PlayStation boss Shawn Layden shared his thoughts about this topic. While he has raised alarm about the whole "Xbox versus PlayStation" console market and...
News Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind Is No Longer Delayed For Switch
It will now arrive alongside other versions next week
It's that time of year when we often see multiple delays, and with this in mind, we've now got an "important update" to share about Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind. Due to "unforeseen" circumstances, the Nintendo Switch release has been "slightly delayed". Instead of the original...
Talking Point Can Sony And Microsoft Really Compete With Nintendo In A New 'Handheld War'?
Come at the king, you best not miss
It’s safe to say that, 146 million sales later, Nintendo’s risk of launching a dockable handheld console in 2017 has paid off handsomely. After all, Sony’s PS Vita was all but dead by that point, and despite the 3DS managing to reverse its fortunes after a swift price drop in its first year, many claimed...
News Firaxis "Hadn't Expected" Civilization VI's Success On Switch
"But suddenly, it became a really huge thing."
Civilization VII is just a few months away from launch — we still have to pinch ourselves when saying that — and as you might expect, the success of Civilization VI on Switch has influenced a few of the design decisions for that game. What you might not expect, however, is that Firaxis didn't...
News Nintendo Considered Giving Up On 'Mario & Luigi' Before Approaching Acquire
Phew, close one!
After the sad closure of long-time Mario & Luigi developer AlphaDream, many fans had given up hope that a new entry in the franchise would see the light of day. Now, according to a new 'Ask the Developer' feature, it seems even Nintendo was close to throwing in the towel before approaching Acquire to commence co-development on...
News Tactical RPG From Danganronpa & Zero Escape Creators Gets April 2025 Release Date
The last line of defense
XSEED has revealed that it will be publishing The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy on Nintendo Switch, and that the game will be launching worldwide on 24th April 2025. The upcoming tactical RPG is from Too Kyo Games, the development studio formed by the Danganronpa and Zero Escape creators Kazutaka Kodaka and Kotaro...
News Movie Musical 'Wicked' Will Come To Switch Thanks To Funko Fusion DLC
I'm not that Funko
In case you've been living under a rock, Wicked is the movie event right now. John M. Chu's movie musical is smashing box office records right now, so of course it's going to appear in some video games — namely, Funko Fusion. The game — which has been out on PS5, Xbox, and Steam since September — comes to Switch on 6th...
Sting like a Wii
It’s been six years since the first Fitness Boxing was released, during which time we’ve had two main games and two spin-offs based on Fist of the North Star and Hatsune Miku. Now it’s time for the third proper entry in the series, and thankfully regular Fitness Boxing players will find some new stuff in here to freshen up...
Dimengeon divers
Hironobu Sakaguchi needs no introduction. The “father of Final Fantasy” is an industry titan, arguably untouchable in the video game pantheon. But, since 2004, Sakaguchi has been at the helm at Mistwalker, his development studio which has a knack for slightly twisting the traditional turn-based RPG affair. Over the years,...
News 'Victory Heat Rally' Tears Up The Track In 2025 With A Limited Run Physical Release
The Switch eShop version is out next week
A week out from the arrival of Victory Heat Rally on the eShop, Limited Run Games has announced this retro-style arcade racer will be getting a physical Switch release. The catch is you'll have to wait until at least June 2025 to get your hands on it - with this hard copy estimated to ship between 1st -...
News Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP Switch Update Adds "Pin-Up Outfit" For Juliet, Here's A Look
Multiple bugs have also been addressed
Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP wasn't in the best state at launch, but the developer Dragami Games has rolled out multiple updates since then smoothing out some issues, fixing bugs, improving performance and even adding some bonus content. With this in mind, the latest update (Version 1.07) has now gone live across...
News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Game Boy Library With Another Classic
Dixie and Kiddy return in Donkey Kong Land 3
Following the recent return of Donkey Kong Land and its sequel, Nintendo has now expanded the Switch Online Game Boy library with the third entry. Yes, Dixie Kong and Kiddy Kong return in Rare's 1997 Game Boy release Donkey Kong Land 3, and it's available to play right now as long as you have an active...
News Ubisoft Closes Two Studios And Will Reportedly Lay Off Hundreds Of Employees
The new free-to-play shooter 'XDefiant' has also been axed
It's been a tough year for the games industry with multiple studio closures and layoffs, and now as we enter December, Ubisoft continues the trend. As highlighted by Game File reporter Stephen Totilo, Ubisoft is shutting down its San Francisco production studio and Osaka, Japan office. It...
Round Up No One Does Switch Commercials Like Nintendo Australia
Tissues at the ready
Marketing is such an important part of making a console a success. Even Reggie Fils-Aimé stated in his memoir that the idea for the 'Wii Would Like to Play' campaign for the Nintendo Wii – which was initially shot down by Satoru Iwata – ended up being instrumental in the system's rapid success in the US. For the Switch,...
News 'Switch 2' Accessories Are Seemingly Already On Sale Via Chinese Vendors
Cases and screen protectors up for grabs
Nintendo isn't likely to reveal the highly-anticipated 'Switch 2' before the end of 2024, but that apparently hasn't stopped Chinese vendors from selling accessories for the console via wholesale platform Alibaba. As spotted on Famiboards and reported by our friends over at Eurogamer, the accessories can be...
News Nintendo Switch Online's Next Game Trial Is A Superb Strategy Sequel (Europe)
Groovy
This week, a brand new Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial drops in Europe, and if you've been on the fence about checking out Wargroove 2, now is the time to pick it up. From 5th to 11th December, Nintendo Switch Online subscribers will be able to check out Chucklefish's strategy sequel — which it co-developed with Robotality. We were big...
News Bullet-Hell Shmup Refused Classification In The West Over 'Expression Restrictions'
It's out now in Japan, though
Japanese developer Outside has announced that its bullet-hell shmup Redneg Allstars Swing-By Edition will not release in the US or Europe, having being refused classification in both regions. As such, the game is now exclusive to the Japanese eShop (thanks, Automaton). When asked on social media when the game would...
UK Charts Mario Party Jamboree Hangs Tight As We Roll Into The Holiday Season
Dice another day
With Black Friday capping off last week, part of us expected the UK charts to be a little shaken up when we first peeked at the data this morning. But while there are some bumps in the later entries, the top ten remains as stable as ever... maybe we'll see the discount ramifications next week. Super Mario Party Jamboree is once...
News The Game Awards 2024 Players' Voice Nominees Have Been Revealed - Zelda, Sonic And More
Voting is now open
Ahead of The Game Awards next week, the 'players' voice' nominees have now been revealed. This is a "100% fan voted award" that takes place across three rounds. Round one requires players to vote for their 10 favourite games from a list of 30, and ends on 4th December 2024 (aka tomorrow). On the Nintendo front, The Legend of...
News 'Nintendo Music' Adds New Switch Soundtrack, Here's Every Song Included
Listen to the tunes of Splatoon 2
When the Nintendo Music mobile application was originally announced, Splatoon 2 was one of the many games teased. In an update to the app today, the soundtrack has now been added. It includes 105 tracks and has a runtime of 3 hours and 34 minutes. This also includes the soundtrack for the Octo Expansion and as...
News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's NES Library With Another Classic Next Week
Tetris returns
Earlier this year during a Tetris Forever 'Partner Direct' trailer, it was revealed the NES version of Tetris would be joining the Switch Online service "this winter". Now, in a new update, it's been confirmed this classic will be returning next week on 12th December 2024. This game will be available to all Switch Online subscribers...
News Bandai Namco's Tales Series To Celebrate 30th Anniversary With Special Broadcast
Airing later this month
Ahead of the release of Tales of Graces f Remastered on the Switch next month, Bandai Namco will be hosting a special 30th anniversary broadcast. This Tales livestream will take place on 16th December 2024 and will celebrate the past 30 years of the series, while spotlighting the latest remaster due out early next year on...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Strategy Games
What are the best Strategy games on Switch?
Strategy and tactics games by their very nature require deep thought and careful consideration, and many gamers these days often find it hard to embark on epic multi-hour campaigns in a single sitting. Fortunately, the portability of Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED — plus their sleep...
News A Bunch Of Nascar Games Will Soon Be Delisted From The Switch eShop
Naffcar
If you enjoy racing around a large, oval track in fast cars, then you might want to grab one of the Nascar games on Switch before they vanish into thin air. Yes, thanks to an announcement from Motorsport Games (cheers, Nintendo Everything), titles from the NASCAR Heat and NASCAR Rivals franchises will be delisted from the Switch eShop from
Random Move Over Anakin, Link's Coming For That Podracing Title
Yippee!
After a year of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom builds, we thought that we had seen just about everything Hyrule has to offer. But then we see someone has transformed the Gerudo Desert into Tattooine's Podracing scene and, all of a sudden, we're starting to wonder if we've even scratched the surface of what this game is capable of...
Review Life Is Strange: Double Exposure (Switch) - Not Quite Picture Perfect On Switch
Double trouble
The Life is Strange series has been an interesting diversion from Square Enix’s typical MO of putting out endless takes on RPGs, instead offering heavily narrative-focused stories exploring the trials of various people who develop supernatural abilities. This series' strong storytelling has garnered a loyal fanbase, it’s also...
Random Have You Ever Triggered This Rare Super Mario Galaxy Dialogue?
Bro, c'mon
If you're anything like us, then chances are you've played Super Mario Galaxy to death. After all, even 17 years (!) after its release on the Wii, it's still considered to be one of, if not the best 3D Mario game. When completing some of the tasks in the game, we have to admit that once that irresistible Power Star pops up, we tend to...
News Critically Acclaimed Survival Horror 'Sorry We're Closed' Is Rated For Switch
Opening soon?
Akupara Games' critically acclaimed survival horror Sorry We're Closed may be making its way to the Nintendo Switch in the near future. As spotted by Gematsu (thanks, GoNintendo), the title, developed by newcomer à la mode games, has been rated for the Switch, PS5, and PS4 via the Taiwanese ratings board. Originally launched for...
Deals Get Discounted eShop Credit And Switch Games In Nintendo Life's Black Friday Sale
Sale ends today!
Update (Mon 2nd Dec, 2024 09:00 GMT): Here's a friendly reminder that our Black Friday sale comes to an end today! Consider this your final warning if you're wanting to take advantage of our offers on discounted Nintendo eShop credit, Switch Online subscriptions, and more! All the details you need can be found below. Original...
Black Friday 2024 Best Deals On Nintendo Switch Consoles, Games, eShop Credit, Accessories And More
Cyber Monday deals now live!
Update (Mon 2nd Dec, 2024 08:00 GMT): It's Cyber Monday! As always, new deals are arriving at stores today on Cyber Monday, the final day of the Black Friday sales period. We'll be sharing any great Cyber deals we can find right here on this page. Original Article: Black Friday has rolled around once again, bringing...
Video 10 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In December 2024
Croc, Antonblast, Legacy of Kain and much more!
Well, this is it - the final month of 2024 and we're going out with a bang (or rather blast) starting with Antonblast and games like Square Enix's FANTASIAN Neo Dimension. Just days later you can look forward to some classics including RollerCoaster Tycoon and Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2...
Feature Nintendo Life eShop Selects & Readers' Choice (November 2024)
Our picks for the best eShop games in November
What do you do on the 1st of December? Put up the Christmas tree? Open the first door of your Advent Calendar? Or have a browse at the most recent eShop Selects? Of course, it's the latter! We're looking back at November before we hit the holidays, and while those in North America may be recovering...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For December 2024 And January 2025
New games for a new year
Can you believe we've come to the end of yet another year? Yes, 2024's almost over, so join us as we take a look at the games finishing off the Switch's release schedule for the year – and those that will be waiting for us as we leap into 2025. We've been busy rounding up our usual selection of games headed to retail over...
News Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Receives Its Second Major Update, Here's What's Included
Fixes, improvements and a sales update
The Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed developers are still releasing new updates for the game and the second major one has now arrived. This "second patch" for the game fixes some issues and also makes various improvements to the game. Most notably there is a fix tied to "extra content movies" not unlocking...
Video Konami Uploads Suikoden Opening Trailer Ahead Of I & II HD Remaster Release
Update: Suikoden II opening now available
One collection JRPG fans will want to be on the lookout for early next year is Konami's Suikoden I & II HD Remaster. Ahead of the release in March 2025, the Japanese company has now uploaded the opening trailer for the Suikoden I HD Remaster. It provides a glimpse of the many characters and environments...
November2024
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (30th November)
Monkeying around
The weekend is here, which means it's time to relax and dive into a few games after what has no doubt been another busy, busy week. Before we do, however, let's recap some of the week's biggest stories. First up, it was revealed that Tencent would be bringing an end to online services for the Nintendo Switch in China in 2026. Just...
News Nintendo Highlights Every 'Donkey Kong Country' On Switch With A New Trailer
Prepare to return... again
Nintendo has released a new trailer taking a look at every Donkey Kong Country game on Switch in preparation for the release of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on 16th January 2024. If you've got a subscription to the standard Nintendo Switch Online service, you can play every SNES game from the series right now. That...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Couch Co-op Games
What are the best couch co-op games on Switch?
While there's a huge variety of gaming experiences available on Nintendo's hybrid console, there's a good chance that couch co-op games were a big part of the reason you bought it. The Switch is tailor-made for multiplayer experiences thanks to its Joy-Con controllers, which double up as two separate...
Random Now Pokémon Is Getting Its Own 'TCG' Rip-Off On The Switch eShop
Just stop
It's no secret that the Switch eShop is home to a ridiculous amount of utter slop alongside the genuinely good games, but what's baffling us is just how unwilling Nintendo seems to be to improve anything. Just this week, we highlighted a game that blatantly copied Witch Beam's homework with Unpacking, and now it seems as though Pokémon...
News Switch Is Getting A New Star Trek Game For Christmas
'Star Trek: Legends' beams down on Xmas Day
For many years it's been slim pickings for Star Trek games on Nintendo systems, and while we've got our fingers crossed that Star Trek: Resurgence will get ported sooner rather than later, Star Trek Prodigy: Supernova — a solid co-op adventure from Tessera Studios — has been the only game to go boldly...
News Vampire Survivors' New Road Map Is Ridiculous, And We Love It
Can you decipher it?
Developer Poncle has posted an update on the future of the wildly popular Vampire Survivors, noting that the game "isn't over" and that more content is on the way. However, you'll have a bit of a hard time deciphering the upcoming road map, as it's been presented in the most ridiculous way possible. Names of expansions and maps...
Video Latest Professor Layton Trailer Upload Shows Off English In-Game Text
See what the locals of Steam Bison have to say
Remember the new Professor Layton and the New World of Steam trailer that was shared in August? Well, Nintendo UK has now shared a slightly different one. While it's the same footage and gameplay, and the voice work and voiceovers are still in Japanese, the in-game text is now displayed in English. So...
Rumour Mortal Kombat 1 Future DLC Supposedly Cancelled
Fatality
According to a new rumour doing the rounds within the Mortal Kombat 1 community, future DLC plans for the brutal and bloody fighting game have supposedly been scrapped. A Mortal Kombat "verified insider" known as Fate Unknown - who reportedly has a proven track record - is claiming NetherRealm Studios has axed its plans for a second story...
Poll So, Will You Be Getting Donkey Kong Country Returns HD For Switch?
Go bananas in early 2025
We're almost in December and that means Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is arriving very soon. Yes, in case you somehow missed it, the 2010 Wii Classic is getting another release. This remaster will not only include a facelift but it also features all of the bonus levels from the 2013 3DS game, bumping up the total amount of...
News Patent Suggests Samsung May Create Its Own Foldable Handheld Console
Samsung Flip Switch
A new patent from South Korean tech giant Samsung suggests that the company may be tinkering with a potential handheld gaming console. That's not all, though. The patent suggests that such a device may follow in the footsteps of the company's Z Flip and Fold phone lines and boast its own foldable screen. As reported by 91Mobiles...
News Dave The Diver Has Now Sold Over 5 Million Copies
Alright, Dave?
Developer Mintrocket has announced that Dave The Diver has now surpassed an incredible 5 million copies sold. Announced via a short social media post accompanied by a cute little image of Dave and head chef Bancho, it marks a significant milestone for a game that's only been on the market since June 2023. Originally available on...
Nintendo Download 28th November (North America)
Diesel Legacy! Mission in Snowdriftland! Antonblast!
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 - New Releases: 2weistein in Asban...
Japanese Charts There's No Stopping Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
Another big one for Square's latest
Famitsu is back with our latest look at the physical software sales chart for Japan, and it's another week in the top spot for Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake. Square Enix's latest pulled in an additional 91,362 copies between Switch and PS5 this week, which is far from its debut's 821,770 total, but it's still...
News Retro-Style Racer 'Victory Heat Rally' Could Be Powersliding Onto Switch Soon
Update: It's official!
After suffering a delay for Switch in August, it seems Victory Heat Rally might still make the finish line by 2024. According to a listing on the Japanese eShop, racers can get ready to start their engines on 12th December 2024. Keep in mind no official announcement has been made, so until then, this is possibly subject to...
Random Hitting Mario & Luigi: Brothership's Max Level Takes An Insane Amount Of Patience
Great EXPectations
Of all those who started Mario & Luigi: Brothership earlier this month, fewer will have seen it through to the bitter end. Fewer still will have completed all of its side missions and unlockables and we'd wager that an even smaller number will have reached the plumbing protagonists' full potential with a pair of max levels...
News Killing Time: Resurrected Updated On Switch, Here Are The Patch Notes
DUNCAN
Nightdive Studios has released a new patch for Killing Time: Resurrected on Switch, bringing the game up to version 1.1 and adding a wealth of new features and improvements. The highlights here include the ability to toggle low and high res weapons and actors independently of one another, the ability to burn enemies to cinders with fire...
News New Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Animation Short Is So Very, Very Boring
*Pokes* ... do something
Nintendo has released a short animation based on The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, highlighting the game's core 'echo' mechanic in which you conjure up copies of objects to reach areas that would otherwise be inaccessible. It certainly does the job in showcasing the gameplay, but goodness, it's just so boring. Zelda...
Guide Donkey Kong Country Returns HD - Best Pre-Order Deals And Cheapest Prices
Including the new Adventure Bundle
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is set to be Nintendo's first major release of 2025, launching on Nintendo Switch on 16th January. If you're hoping to find the best deals and cheapest prices for the game, as well as details on any special retail bundles like the newly revealed Adventure Bundle, you're absolutely in...
News Nintendo Reportedly Seeking "New Targets" In Switch Piracy Investigation
Sailing the high seas
Following Nintendo's recent investigation into the Switch "pirate" James 'Archbox' Williams, the video game giant is now reportedly seeking "new targets". As highlighted by Stephen Totilo of Game File, the company doesn't appear to be done with the SwitchPirates subreddit just yet: "Nintendo of America (NOA) said its...
News Palworld Announces Surprise Collaboration With Terraria
"Happening in 2025"
Palworld may be in the firing line of Nintendo, but it's still going about its usual business with new announcements, updates, and now collaborations. In the latest development, Palworld developer Pocketpair has announced it's teaming up with the action-adventure sandbox game Terraria. There are no details about what exactly to...
News The First Review For Fantasian Neo Dimension Is In
From the creator of Final Fantasy
Earlier this year, Square Enix revealed it would be bringing Mistwalker's turn-based RPG Fantasian to multiple consoles including the Switch. We're now a week out from the arrival of Fantasian Neo Dimension and the first review is in! As usual, it comes from the Japanese outlet Famitsu, and it's delivered a score...
Talking Point Where The Heck Are Those Metroid Prime 2 And 3 Remasters?
We're wait-Ing
So... where is it? When Metroid Prime Remastered launched on 9th February 2023, we were utterly convinced that its sequels, Prime 2: Echoes and Prime 3: Corruption, would follow suit sometime after. Now that 2025 is fast approaching, our certainty has waned, yet we remain confident that Nintendo will complete the saga on Switch...
UK Charts Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Crashes Out Of The Top 40
Y'all got no taste, or what?
When we check out the latest UK Charts data each week, we generally have a pretty good idea of where some of the newest titles will end up placing. Granted, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake was a little lower than our estimates when it debuted in 14th place last week, but when we scrolled through this week's list and found...
News Koei Tecmo Confirms Upcoming Atelier Resleriana Game Won't Feature A Gacha System
Res(leriana)t easy
Back in September, Koei Tecmo announced another Atelier game for Switch. We still don't have a precise release date for the catchily-titled (deep breath) Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian, but we do know that it'll be launching at some point in 2025. Other details are slim, but Koei Tecmo has shed a...
News Zelda: Cadence Of Hyrule Dev Releases Its New Rhythm Game In February 2025
On PC, consoles to follow "at a later date"
Brace Yourself Games - known for titles like Crypt of the NecroDancer and Cadence of Hyrule - has announced its new rhythm title Rift of the NecroDancer will launch on 5th February 2025, but only on Steam with the console versions "at a later date." This game was
