Nintendo Switch News - Page 6
November2024
Talking Point Will Xenoblade Chronicles X Finally Tie Into The Wider Series On Switch?
It's Uncontrollable
“This story never truly ends…” We’ve been waiting almost 10 years to understand what the final words of Xenoblade Chronicles X mean. We’re used to earth-shattering plot reveals from Monolith Soft at this point, but even for Tetsuya Takahashi, the final sequence of Xenoblade Chronicles X drops a metric ton of them,...
News Xbox Confirms It's Looking Into A Potential Handheld Device
Don't expect anything soon, though
Microsoft’s Phil Spencer has confirmed that the firm is looking into potentially producing a handheld device for its Xbox platform. In speaking with Bloomberg (thanks, Pure Xbox), the executive stated that the “expectation is that we would do something” in the handheld space, but was also seemingly keen to...
News Castlevania Tribute Starring Classic Dracula Actor Launches Today On Switch
Bela Lugosi returns
If you're a fan of Castlevania and, more specifically, Dracula, then you might want to check out Carpathian Night Starring Bela Lugosi, available today via the Switch eShop. If the title and accompanying key art didn't already give it away, this homage to Castlevania 'revives' the classic interpretation of Dracula from 1931 by...
News Xbox Chief On Bringing Games To Other Platforms, Says There Are No "Red Lines"
But it's reportedly too early to make a call on Halo
Last month, Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella spoke about how Xbox was extending its gaming content to other platforms including the Nintendo Switch. It's unsurprisingly reignited a lot of debate about how far Xbox could go with this new strategy, and now Phil Spencer has elaborated on this during a...
News Eiji Aonuma Explains Why Zelda's Gameplay Takes Priority Over Story
The producer thinks it would be "kind of difficult" to reverse
Legend of Zelda's longtime producer Eiji Aonuma has recently been doing the press rounds to promote the new entry Echoes of Wisdom, but he's also been discussing the design philosophy of the Zelda series in general. Speaking to Washington Post reporter Gene Park recently, Aonuma shared...
News Stardew Valley's Version 1.6.9.37 Update For Nintendo Switch Is Now Available
Hats off to ConcernedApe
After the long-awaited rollout of Stardew Valley earlier this month on the Switch, the game's creator Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone has now released a new patch bumping the game up to Version 1.6.9.37. According to the creator, this new update for Nintendo's hybrid system allows you to "put hats back on pets now". It also...
News Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Receives A Surprise Update, Here's What's Included
Update: The Switch patch has also gone live
Grand Theft Auto Trilogy wasn't in the best state when it originally launched, but the development team has rolled out multiple updates since then. With this in mind, the game has now received a surprise update. The catch is it seems to only be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
The Scores of Salvation
If you're looking to capture the magic of those halcyon days of sitting in front of the CRT with a classic RPG, then Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, which launches tomorrow — 14th November 2024 — on Switch and other systems, might be just the tonic you need. Reviews for the HD-2D remake of the NES's Dragon Warrior III...
Review LEGO Horizon Adventures (Switch) - A Beautiful But Basic Build Of Sony's Series
Machine obsolete
In a situation that echoes the reveal and subsequent Switch launch of Ori and the Blind Forest from Microsoft, we admit to feeling a tad shocked at the revelation that Sony’s LEGO Horizon Adventures would not just be released on PS5 and Windows, but also Nintendo’s humble hybrid. Sure, this isn’t the full-fat Horizon...
News Fortnite's 'OG' Map Is Making A Return, And It's "Here To Stay"
Blast to the past
Epic Games has revealed that Fortnite's 'OG' map is making a return to the game, but this time, it's here to stay (thanks, IGN). In a social media post, the official Fortnite account posted an image of the original map with an accompanying statement, saying "OG is coming BACK and is here to stay. Relive Battle Royale from the...
Review Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake (Switch) - Square Doesn't Drop The Ball, Just Some Frames
The wait is finally over
A few years ago, Square Enix announced it would be doing a remake of Dragon Quest III in its popular HD-2D engine, but this was then followed by a lengthy period of radio silence where its development status seemed uncertain. While they were at it, the developers decided to go ahead and remake the first and second Dragon...
News Nintendo Is Handed Another Lawsuit Win After Accused Switch "Pirate" Fails To Plead
Dub by default
Back in July, Nintendo dished out a handful of lawsuits in its continued clampdown on Switch piracy. Four months on, one of these legal claims has come back as another win for Nintendo after the defendant failed to plead or otherwise respond within the court's given time. The case in question was against James 'Archbox' Williams, the...
Random Don't Let Pets Wii On Your Switch, Warns Nintendo
Urine trouble now
Even though the Switch is nearing the end of its lifespan, Nintendo is still offering up some valuable nuggets of advice for both new and current owners. After all, we want these devices to last as long as possible, right? In a social media post, the company's customer service branch has warned users to be mindful of where they...
News The First Review For Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Is In
Famitsu rates it
Update: If you're looking for what we thought of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, then the verdict is in — it's a fantastic remake, but it suffers from a few performance issues on Switch. <related ids="173714"> Original article: It's an incredibly exciting week for JRPG fans with the long-awaited arrival of Dragon Quest III...
News Pokémon Unite Developer Releasing New Monster Hunter Game For Mobile Devices
Featuring the "core gameplay experience" of the series
Capcom has today revealed its new Monster Hunter game for mobile devices, and unlike previous spin-off titles for the same platform, this one will offer up a "core gameplay experience" similar to the mainline series. Introducing Monster Hunter Outlanders - it's a collaboration with the Chinese...
News Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate Matchmaking Update Released
"It's time to save the day together, online"
Back in August, Super Evil Megacorp teased its game roadmap for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate. In an update, this "radical roguelike" has now added an online matchmaking feature - allowing players to quickly find a run without having to share a code. This includes crossplay between Switch...
News Sonic Team Producer Says Revivals Of Older Entries Remain Appealing
He personally wants to remake Sonic '06
Sonic X Shadow Generations got off to a fantastic start when it launched last month and Sega seems to be happy to continue reviving past entries, so what might be next? Appearing on a special panel at a Sonic fan meet in Indonesia recently, the game's producer Shun Nakamura was asked about the chances of...
News Wario Land-Inspired Platformer 'Antonblast' Scores A Physical Switch Release In 2025
"You're gonna want in on this!"
Following the digital delay of the Wario Land-style platformer Antonblast, Fangamer has now announced it will be releasing a physical Switch edition at some point in 2025. The final product is subject to licensor approval and may differ from the mockup you can see on display below. You can
Talking Point With 'Switch 2' Coming, Will Switch Get A Price Cut?
Nintendon'teventhinkaboutit
With the Switch successor's long-awaited reveal planned for sometime before the clock strikes midnight on 31st March 2025, the current Switch is getting another holiday season to itself. As part of Nintendo's six-month financial results presentation, company president Shuntaro Furukawa revealed that the upcoming console...
News Nintendo's Black Friday Offerings Includes Discounts On Games, Joy-Con, And More
The final push..?
Nintendo has detailed some of its offerings for this year's Black Friday period in the US, discounting a variety of games and accessories for the Switch, as well as reiterating the console bundle deals currently available. First up, starting on 24th November 2024, several first-party Nintendo games will be discounted by $20 at...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Mario & Luigi: Brothership?
Five by five
After the demise of AlphaDream, it seemed like a new entry in the Mario & Luigi saga became nothing more than a mere pipe dream. Thankfully, however, a new collaboration between Nintendo and Acquire has resulted in Mario & Luigi: Brothership, a game that stands as not only the first brand-new entry in the franchise in nearly a...
News Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Devs Explain The Method Behind The Menu Madness
It even took Aonuma a while to 'get it'
We had a great time with The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom earlier this year, but that's not to say that it's without its faults. A fair few of us got frustrated with the variable frame rate and the Echoes menu system could often feel like a scroll too far. Two months on, a ha
News Demon Slayer's Mario Party-Style Game Receives Free Update Including New Board And Minigames
Download it now
Sega has released a new "free update" for Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! on the Nintendo Switch. Players will now be able to experience a brand new board, some new minigames "and more". This content arrives in the Version 1.20 update - adding "Board Six" (themed around the Hashira Training Arc in the series). "As...
News Blizzard Revives 'Overwatch: Classic' In A New Limited-Time Event
"Embrace the chaotic fun of 6v6" in the sequel
For some time now, Overwatch fans have been calling for the revival of the original game, which was taken away from the playerbase when the second free-to-play title Overwatch 2 launched in 2022. Now, in a new event update starting today, the classic game is returning - bringing back 6v6 action and the...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Tetris Forever
Here's what the critics had to say
There are multiple anticipated games out on the Switch this week and one of them happens to be the retro compilation Tetris Forever. Here on Nintendo Life, we called it the "best breakdown of the franchises's creation and evolution so far" awarding it 8 out of 10 stars: <related ids="174158"> So what did...
News My Nintendo Store Reveals Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Pre-Order Bonuses & Bundle (UK)
In the bag
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD's 16th January 2025 release date might still feel like a long way off, but the new year is rapidly approaching and Nintendo is getting the hype train a-moving with a first look at some pre-order bonuses. My Nintendo Store UK has today provided a peek at some of the merch that will come bundled with DKCRHD...
Feature Nintendo's Long-Lost Advent Calendar Game Comes Home For Christmas On Switch
Mission in Snowdriftland returns, a perfect winter tradition
The idea is a winner: You get a flat, holiday-themed box, and once a day for the 24 days leading up to Christmas, you get to open one of the little doors on the front. Here's where it unravels: Behind the door — at least in most cheap, modern Advent calendars — is a piece of...
News Nintendo Has Seemingly Taken Possession Of The Ryujinx Switch Emulator Website
After being taken offline last month
Last month, Switch emulator Ryujinx was forced offline after Nintendo contacted its owner to arrange its removal. While there were rumblings that the emulator might not be completely dead a few weeks back, it seems that Nintendo has now taken official ownership of the website, presumably to stop anything from...
News Tetris Forever Switch eShop File Size Revealed Ahead Of Launch
"40 years in the making"
Digital Eclipse is releasing Tetris Forever on the Switch eShop early next week on 12th November and the file size is now in. According to an official listing, you'll need roughly 5.3 GB of free space to install this collection on your Switch. As previously confirmed, there will be more than 15 playable games in Tetris...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Micro SD Cards - Cheapest Memory Cards In 2025
The best SD card deals and discounts for your Switch
If you have a Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, or Switch OLED and tend to download games from the Nintendo eShop, you'll soon find yourself running out of storage space. A lack of storage is one of the Switch's few weaknesses, and the fact that there are so many amazing digital-only games on...
News Legacy Of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered Switch eShop Pre-Orders Now Available
Out next month
Aspyr's next game Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered launches for the Nintendo Switch this December. When this two-in-one release was originally announced in September, digital pre-orders weren't available for the Nintendo release. Fortunately, that's changed now with Nintendo reminding everyone this upcoming release...
Guide Where To Buy Japanese Nintendo Switch eShop Credit
Here's how to get Japan-exclusive eShop games
The Nintendo Switch eShop is home to thousands of great games at this point, but some are locked away, exclusive to particular regions. If you're wondering how to download Japanese Switch games, you're in the right place. One of the great things about the Nintendo Switch eShop is that you can create...
News Batman Arkham Trilogy Games Now Available Individually On Switch eShop
Pick and choose
Batman Arkham Trilogy launched on the Nintendo Switch last December, and now in some surprise news, all three games in the collection are available on the eShop individually. The package consists of Batman: Arkham Asylum, Batman Arkham City and Batman Arkham Knight but if you only wanted to play one or two of these tit
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (9th November)
Ship shape
Another week with a sliver of official 'Switch 2' news? Gosh, Nintendo, you really do know how to spoil us! Yes, accompanying Nintendo's quarterly financial report this week, company president Shuntaro Furukawa confirmed that the Switch successor will be backwards compatible and the Nintendo Switch Online service will carry over too. It...
Guide Where To Buy Nintendo Switch OLED Model - Best Deals And Cheapest Prices
The best Nintendo Switch money can buy
Hoping to find the best Nintendo Switch console deals? Looking for the best prices and discounts on Nintendo Switch OLED? Then this is the guide for you! Below, we're busy keeping track of the best offers available for Nintendo's top-of-the-line Switch console, the OLED Model. There are a variety of colours...
“On at least fifty occasions in the last two years"
Nintendo has filed a lawsuit against an individual who apparently "repeatedly streamed pirated and emulated" Switch games while also promoting "Switch emulators and other piracy tools" to his audience. As highlighted by 404 Media, Jesse Keighin (known online as 'EveryGameGuru') reportedly "got...
News Square Enix Outlines Streaming Guidelines For Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
No spoilers
Ahead of the arrival of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake next week, Square Enix has shared streaming guidelines in Japan for anyone planning on uploading gameplay or footage to the internet. While you're able to upload images and video footage of the title to social media and streaming platforms for "non-commercial" purposes, Square Enix...
Feature The Results Of Our 2024 Switch Summer Survey Are In
Switch On
A couple of months ago we reached out to Nintendo Life readers with our Switch Summer Survey, a chunky questionnaire designed (with your help) to assess the state of all things Nintendo and Switch as the console cruises through its eighth year - and as our thoughts inevitably turn to its successor. This 70-question blowout covered...
News Mario & Luigi Fans Aren't Happy About Brothership's Battle Button Tweaks
It should be 'B' for the Bro, right?
Mario & Luigi: Brothership set sail on Nintendo Switch yesterday and, on the whole, people seem to be rather impressed with this new nautical adventure. That's not to say there aren't a few tiny annoyances, mind you, as we swiftly learned after taking a glance at our socials this morning. Looking past the...
News 'Switch Pro' Dongle Is Making A Comeback With New 'RGB Collection'
But we're not sure what they actually do
A few years back, we looked at the mClassic dongle from Marseille Inc., which promised to essentially upscale the image quality on your Switch and transform it into the so-called 'Switch Pro'. Well, the company is now back with a new RGB range of the mClassic, but the problem is that based on the initial...
News Sonic X Shadow Generations Mod Runs At A Sweet 60fps on Switch
No stuttering for ol' Sonic
Sonic X Shadow Generations has only been out for a couple of weeks, and the modding community has already got it running with an improved frame rate on Switch. Uploaded to Github by user 'Masagrator' and demonstrated in the above video from Pixelacos Gameplays, the mod gets the Sonic portions of the game running at a...
News New Action RPG 'Farmagia' Celebrates Switch Launch With Free DLC Skins
A "baby tomato" skin is available now
Marvelous launched its new action RPG Farmagia on the Switch last week and it's now been announced the title will be receiving some free DLC skins the month. Starting this week, players can now receive a free "baby tomato" themed Afanc skin. Here's a bit about this character (via Gematsu): "A bit of a...
News English Box Art For Famicom Detective Club Remakes Spotted In Official Nintendo Graphic
Mysterious
Eagle-eyed Nintendo fans have spotted something rather interesting in a new infographic from the company's financial results. It's an English physical version of the 2021 Switch release Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir & Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind and it appears to include an ES
News Take-Two Boss Shares Thoughts On 'Switch 2' And Backwards Compatibility
"I never count Nintendo out"
Nintendo this week put the rumours to rest (well, kind of) with the announcement its Switch "successor" would support backwards compatibility. So, how are third-party partners reacting to this? GamesIndustry.biz asked Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick what he thought and he's all for it: "Backward compatibility is good for...
News Amazon Appears To Be "Directly" Selling First-Party Switch Games Again (US)
Starting with Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Nintendo first-party Switch titles are reportedly being "directly" sold by Amazon in the US once again. According to a story by IGN, for "much of 2024" Nintendo's first-party titles have been absent "both physically and digitally, for pre-orders and after release". Up until now, major Nintendo games have been...
Nintendo Download 7th November (North America)
Mario & Luigi! Tetris Forever! Angel at Dusk!
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: Mario & Luigi:...
Japanese Charts Mario Party Jamboree Is The Star Player, Once Again
Gold rush
We're back with another look at the Japanese charts courtesy of Famitsu, and while you might think last week's deluge of new releases could trouble the two-time champ, you'd be wrong. Super Mario Party Jamboree has claimed the top spot for the third week in a row, nabbing a further 57,522 copies. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven on...
News No Man's Sky Finally Lands Cross-Save Features In New Update
Plus, Mass Effect's Normandy returns
You've got to hand it to No Man's Sky developer Hello Games, that team sure knows how to roll out the updates. Just weeks after the spooky 'Cursed' update landed, another patch is set to blast off today with cross-save features as its headline addition. Starting today, Hello Games is rolling out cross-save...
Guide Where To Buy Mario & Luigi: Brothership On Switch
Best deals and cheapest prices
Mario & Luigi: Brothership is now available to buy on Nintendo Switch! 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 Bon Voyage package, you're in the right place. Below, we're keeping track of the best retail options available...
News River City Girls 2 Scores A Free Double Dragon DLC Update Next Week
"The legendary Billy and Jimmy Lee return"
Update [Thu 7th Nov, 2024 06:05 GMT]: WayForward has announced its Double Dragon DLC for River City Girls 2 will arrive next week on 12th November 2024. This is a free update available for all platforms including the Switch. You can check out the official gameplay trailer above.
News Sega Delisting 'Mega Drive Classics' On Switch eShop This December
Select retro games will still be available on NSO
Sega has today announced it's delisting SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive Classics from Nintendo's Switch eShop. The company will also be delisting multiple games and collections across Steam, Xbox and PlayStation platforms. This classic collection will be removed from the Switch eShop on 6th December 2024...
News Nintendo Celebrates Mario & Luigi: Brothership Launch With New Switch Online Icons
The first wave is now available
As part of the Mario & Luigi: Brothership launch celebrations, Nintendo has released a new batch of Switch Online icons. Wave one runs from now until 13th November and includes characters like Mario, Luigi, Peach and a bunch of new faces. These character portraits will set you back 10 Platinum Points and borders...
News Take-Two Sells Private Division To Undisclosed Buyer
Deal includes "existing and unreleased titles"
The video game publisher Take-Two has officially sold its smaller label Private Division to an unnamed buyer for an undisclosed sum. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick told Variety how "the buyer purchased substantially all of Private Division's existing and unreleased titles". He added how this was a...
News My Nintendo Store Adds New Mario & Luigi: Brothership Rewards
Celebrate with some themed goodies
Mario & Luigi: Brothership is out on the Switch this week and Nintendo is now offering fans some bonus goodies to celebrate its arrival. If you happen to be located in the US, the My Nintendo Store is now stocking some themed magnets as a new reward. Nintendo suggests sticking them on your locker or...
News You'd Be Forgiven For Thinking 'Comix Zero' Is A Sequel To A Mega Drive Classic
It isn't, though!
Ukrainian developer Bear Games has revealed Comix Zero, a non-linear action-platformer that takes place within the pages of a comic book, with its fast-paced gameplay taking inspiration from the likes of Super Metroid and Elden Ring. Now, if the name and premise sound somewhat familiar, it's likely because Bear Games has also...
Gallery Unboxing Superdeluxe's Lush Switch Editions For Radiant Silvergun, Clock Tower & Wizardry
Full of Eastern promise?
Formed in 2022 as a collaboration between North American publisher Limited Run Games and Japanese localisation company 8-4, Ltd, Superdeluxe Games may be focused more on Japan than the West, but the company is doing some exciting things in the realm of physical releases that the whole world should
Reaction Rest Easy, Folks, Your Switch Backlog Ain't Going Anywhere
Backwards coming forwards
In a deft move of redirection, Nintendo has anticipated investor disappointment in its 'numbers are down' six-month financials and changed the conversation by revealing a tidbit about Switch 2: the Switch successor will be backwards compatible with current Switch software. Confirmed by company president Shuntaro Furukawa...
News Zelda: BOTW And Animal Crossing: New Horizons Composer Yasuaki Iwata Has Left Nintendo
"Thank you very much for your continued support!"
The man behind some of the Switch's best music tracks, Yasuaki Iwata, has announced that he has left his role at Nintendo. The composer took to Twitter to share that he actually stepped back from the position in July 2023, though this is the first time he has publicly acknowledged it. In his...
News Nintendo Spotlights Impressive Sales Increase Outside Its Traditional Territories
Mr Worldwide
There's no doubt that the Nintendo Switch has seen its fair share of success in Japan, North America and Europe, but is it really a worldwide phenomenon? As it turns out, yes, it is. As revealed in Nintendo's latest financial report, the company's recent efforts to expand into "growing markets" — mainly defined as Asia and Oceana,...
News Nintendo Reports Rapid Growth For Metroid, Xenoblade Chronicles, And More
Though specifics are a bit murky
Nintendo is home to a smorgasbord of incredible evergreen franchises, though its safe to say that its often relied heavily upon the likes of Super Mario, Zelda, and Pokémon for those big sales figures. According to the company's latest financial briefing, however, some of its more niche franchises have reportedly...
News Nintendo Highlights Strong Third-Party Relationships Ahead Of 'Switch 2' Reveal
Microsoft, Electronic Arts, Epic Games and more...
Nintendo has experienced moments throughout its history where it's had to rely exclusively on first-party content to get by, but thankfully, things improved during the Switch generation - with many major third-party publishers showing their support for the hybrid device. This has been highlighted...
News Nintendo Says Switch Online Expansion Pack Subs Are "Steadily Increasing"
But overall there has been a "decrease in membership" YoY
Nintendo's latest financials are in and there are all sorts of insights about the business. In terms of the Switch Online service, it's mostly positive news. According to Nintendo's update, there are now "over" 34 million Switch Online subscribers as of 30th September 2024. In a more...
News It's Official, 'Switch 2' Will Be Backwards Compatible
Switch Online will also be available on the "successor"
Although Nintendo isn't ready to reveal the 'Switch 2' just yet, the company's president Shuntaro Furukawa has confirmed some big news during the latest corporate management policy briefing. Nintendo Switch software will be playable on this "successor" system. Along with this, it's also been...
Poll So, Will You Be Getting Mario & Luigi: Brothership?
Go on, tell us!
Mario & Luigi: Brothership arrives later this week for Switch and it's been relatively well-received by critics so far with the game currently sitting on an aggregate score of 80 out of 100 on sites like Metacritic. In our Nintendo Life review, PJ O'Reilly said Brothership was "easily the best Mario & Luigi RPG yet" with "on...
News Mario & Luigi Spin Into Action In The Latest Brothership Slapstick Short
UF-BRO
We are getting ever closer to the launch of Mario & Luigi: Brothership on 7th November (that's just two days away!) and Nintendo is on hand to showcase even more of the slapstick humour that we can expect from the dream team. A new video short is here and, just like last week's hammer-based shenanigans, it shows the Bros. getting into a...
News Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door On Switch Has Already Outsold The GameCube Original
Not folding yet
With the release of Nintendo's financial report for Q2 FY2025, we have updated sales figures for some of the year's biggest Switch titles. And what do you know, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door has hit a pretty impressive milestone. At the latest count (up to September 2024), the Switch remake has pulled in 1.94 million sales...
Talking Point Nintendo's Latest Financials Make One Thing Abundantly Clear
Echoes of Switchdom
Blimey, has it already been three months since the last lot? Yes, it's time for another round of Nintendo financial results, and we can soon expect the usual investor Q&A with Shuntaro Furukawa and co. deflecting questions about the Switch "successor" and then explaining how the Nintendo Music app is one example of the...
UK Charts Sonic X Shadow Generations Hits The Brakes And Slips Out Of The Top Ten
Jamboree keeps Nintendo in the top five
The latest UK charts are in and after putting up an admirable performance in its debut week, Sonic X Shadow Generations appears to be struggling over a long distance. The blue blur's latest adventure has slipped out of the top ten this week, winding up in 13th while Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and EA Sports FC...
News The Legend Of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Sales Officially Surpasses Two Million
A good start for the princess
Nintendo has announced that The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom has sold a total of 2.58 million units since its release on 26th September 2024. Now, officially, the financial data covers the first six-month period of FY2025 ending on September 30th 2024. Nintendo has played a bit fast and loose when it comes to...
News Plans To Announce The 'Switch 2' Have Not Changed, Says Nintendo's President
So expect it before the end of March 2025
As expected, Nintendo did mention the upcoming Switch successor as part of its latest financial release, but reiterated that its plans around the eventual announcement have not changed. As covered by Reuters, president Shuntaro Furukawa stated during an online press conference that there will be no change...
News Here Are The Top Ten Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games As Of September 2024
Two games switch places
Nintendo has released its latest financial data covering the first six-month period for FY2025 and, as part of that, it has updated the top ten best-selling games list once more. The only major change we can see with this one is that The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has usurped Super Mario Party to claim the eighth...
News Nintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch Games
Xenoblade X! Brothership! Donkey Kong Country!
Nintendo has released its financial data for the six-month period of FY2025 Q1/Q2 and, as per the norm, has reconfirmed its upcoming line-up of software for the Nintendo Switch. Truth be told, it's not a bad list of titles considering the console's age. If Nintendo had shown us this a couple of years...
News Nintendo Lowers Its Hardware Forecast As Switch Sales Slow To A Crawl
Still, 146 million ain't bad
Nintendo has released its six-month financial data for FY2025 Q1/Q2, revealing that the Switch family of systems has now topped a whopping 146.04 million units. The downside of this is that the console's momentum has undoubtedly slowed down, selling just 2.64 million more than the 143.42 reported in August this year...
News Rayman Creator Michel Ancel Confirms Involvement With New Ubisoft Project
And hopes 'The Lost Crown' team can reform for a sequel
After Ubisoft confirmed Michel Ancel would be a consultant on its new Rayman project last month, the creator of the series has now acknowledged this in a post on Instagram. He mentioned how he's "very happy to have been consulted" and confirmed it's a "real pleasure" to know Rayman and his...
Here's what else is included
Following its arrival in June, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance has now received a free DLC update which adds a brand new demon, a new subquest and six new demon navigators. In case you missed the original announcement, the new navigators include Mara, Idun, Mothman, Fionn mac Cumhaill, Hell Biker and Cleopatra. It seems...
