Nintendo Switch News
May2023
News Boxing Sim Punch Club Getting '80s Inspired Cyberpunk Switch Sequel In 2023
Update: Check out the new gameplay trailer
Update [Thu 4th May, 2023 03:45 BST]: Lazy Bear Games has released a new gameplay trailer for Punch Club 2: Fast Forward - detailing how the gameplay has been improved and what else to expect. There'll also be a free demo to try out between 15th May - 22nd May, but it's exclusive to the Steam platform...
News Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Pirates Called Out By Former NoA Boss Reggie
He is the "nightmare" you don't want to mess with
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has now leaked and it seems some people are already playing the anticipated release. On social media, users are even bragging about supposedly acquiring the game early. One Twitter user known as 'imhumanandimagamer' went to the extent of sharing a photo of the new Zelda...
News Post-Apocalyptic RPG Biomutant Is Officially Coming To Switch
Creature combat
THQ Nordic has today announced that it is bringing Experiment 101's Biomutant to the Switch, with a release planned for later this year. Biomutant was released back in 2021 on the PS4 and Xbox One to mediocre reviews before getting a next-gen update the following year. We don't know whether the game is going to be tweaked in any way...
News PS1-Inspired Horror 'The Tartarus Key' Invites You To Escape A Mysterious Mansion
Hmm, puzzling
Publisher Armor Games Studios has revealed a PS1-inspired horror game that ditches traditional survival horror combat systems for a more streamlined focus on puzzle-solving. The Tartarus Key is developed by Vertical Reach and will launch for the Nintendo Switch on May 31st, 2023. It stars protagonist Alex who finds herself waking up...
News 'Double Dragon Gaiden' Announced With Scott Pilgrim-Inspired Visuals And Gameplay
KA-CHUNK!
The Double Dragon franchise is back after a six-year absence with Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons, a 2D beat 'em up with visuals and gameplay not too dissimilar from Ubisoft's Scott Pilgrim Vs The World: The Game. Developed by Secret Base, the studio behind Streets of Red - Devil's Dare Deluxe, Double Dragon Gaiden featu
News Super Mega Baseball 4 Steps Up To The Plate On Switch Next Month
Whammy!
It's been a while since we last heard from the arcade-inspired baseball series, Super Mega Baseball, but thanks to a new official reveal trailer, we now know that the fourth entry in the franchise will be swinging its way onto Switch from 2nd June. Super Mega Baseball 4 continues much of what we have seen before, bringing over 200 baseball...
News 8-Bit NES-Inspired Platformer 'Bat Boy' Is Part Shovel Knight, Part Mega Man
And all awesome
Are you a fan of Shovel Knight? How about Mega Man? If you've answered "yes" to either of those questions, then you may be entitled to compens... Wait, no, that's not right. If you've answered "yes", then we've a feeling you're going to love Bat Boy, an 8-bit action-platformer from X PLUS Games that takes everything great from...
News League Of Legends Platforming Spin-Off, Convergence, Leaps Onto Switch This Month
Check out the new story trailer
2023 promises to be a good year for League of Legends fans (at least, for those who are excited about spinoffs). We heard of two upcoming titles back in the hazy days of 2021 — Convergence and Song of Nunu — and we now know that the former is heading our way in just a few weeks on 23rd May. The League of Legends...
News Minit Fun Racer Is Cheap And Cheerful With All Proceeds Going To Charity
Vroom!
If you're a fan of fun little arcade racers, then Minit Fun Racer should really be a no-brainer. Out now for a measly $2.99 / £2.69, the game will see you weaving between traffic on an adorable little scooter as you gather coins, soar through the air, and accomplish a variety of unique goals along the way. The best part, though, is that all...
News Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Free 'Adventure Hip Pack' Up For Grabs At Target (US)
Just purchase a copy of the game at launch
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of Kingdom is out next week, and ahead of release Target in the US has announced a special promotion. If you purchase a copy of Link's new adventure on 12th May, you're also in line to receive a free 'Adventure Hip Pack' (which can be used to store things). It will be available...
News Sinister Fishing Indie 'Dredge' Reveals 2023 Roadmap, Includes Free Updates & Paid DLC
"We're excited to reveal what's next"
If you somehow missed the "sinister fishing adventure" Dredge when it launched on the Switch eShop in March, now might be the time to check it out. New Zealand indie studio Black Salt Games has officially revealed what's next for the title, with an outline of what content and DLC to expect in every quarter of...
News Fortnite's New Star Wars Event "Find The Force" Is Now Live
"Even if you hate sand, you should visit the Island"
It's Star Wars Day tomorrow and to celebrate this annual event, the free-to-play battle royale Fortnite has released a special update featuring new gameplay elements, unlockables and items in the Item Shop. During the "Find the Force" event - taking place between now and 23rd May, several rifts...
Video 7 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In May 2023
Zelda, Lego 2K Drive and more!
In April the focus was on the Mario Movie and this month it's all about The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Yes, after yet another incredibly long development cycle, next week Nintendo will finally release its latest entry in the Zelda series and the direct sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild...
News Marvel's Midnight Suns On Switch "No Longer Planned"
Acclaimed tactics game is skipping Switch
Firaxis Games and 2K have announced that Marvel's Midnight Suns, last year's critically acclaimed comic book card-based tactics game, is no longer coming to Switch Announcing the news alongside the final DLC trailer for the game, publisher 2K confirmed on its official website (via Twitter) that while the...
News Lost In Cult Launches Fundraiser For Gorgeous Citizen Sleeper Artbook
Game also receives an anniversary discount
If you're a fan of the awesome RPG Citizen Sleeper, then you might want to invest in a new Design Works artbook from video game cuture specialist Lost in Cult. The official fundraiser is open now and will close on July 2nd, 2023 at 6pm GMT. Lost in Cult is looking to raise a total of £75,000 (roughly...
News Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Series Sells Two Million Copies
Most were for VI, probably
It's been revealed that the Final Fantasy I-VI Pixel Remaster series has now sold a total of 2 million copies since its initial release back in 2022 for Steam and Mobile. Of course, the collection has recently been released on the Nintendo Switch both digitally and physically (ha, good luck with that), with each of the...
News The Switch Game With The Most Absurd Title Gets A Release Window
Ah, Mon-Yu!
A little while back, we reported on Mon-Yu, an upcoming game for the Switch that just happened to have the most ridiculous title we've seen on the console so far. As a reminder, the game is officially called
News Splatoon 3 Version 3.1.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Another fresh update
Nintendo is still showing strong support for Splatoon 3 and as part of this, it's released a brand new game update. Version 3.1.1 includes some changes to Splatfests, fixes to multiplayer, Salmon Run and various other minor adjustments. Nintendo also notes how the next update after this one is scheduled to be released at the...
News Nintendo's Latest Switch Online Game Trial Celebrates Zelda
Join Cadence & Link on a rhythmic action adventure
Update [Tue 2nd May, 2023 01:45 BST]: Here's your reminder that this trial is now live! It's available in both North America and Europe. Enjoy! Original article [Fri 28th Apr, 2023 01:25 BST]: We're nearly at the start of a new month and that means Nintendo has a new Switch Online game trial...
News Zelda's English VA Officially Confirms Her Return In Tears Of The Kingdom
Welcome back, Patricia Summersett
If there's one voice that always sticks out from the rest in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, it's got to be Princess Zelda's. Since 2017 it's been done by the talented Patricia Summersett, and she's now officially confirmed she's back in Link's new adventure. As part of this exciting news, she's uploaded...
News Watch Out, Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Leaks Are Out In The Wild
It's not even two weeks away...
In 11 very-long days, we'll finally have our hands on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the highly-anticipated sequel to 2017's Switch launch title, Breath of the Wild. Unfortunately, some people just can't wait until then, and leaks have started to appear online. Over the weekend, images of the Tears of the...
Video How To Fully Prepare For The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
Push-ups are optional
With less than two weeks remaining until the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on May 12th, 2023, it's perfectly natural to feel like a bit of preparation might be in order. It's a good job, then, that video extraordinaire Felix Sanchez is on hand to explain everything you'll need to do to ensure you're ready...
PSA Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Walking Wake And Iron Leaves Tera Raids Return
Until 14th May
Walking Wake and Iron Leaves, the two new Paradox Pokémon introduced on Pokémon Day 2023, have returned to Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's Tera Raids. From today, 1st May, until 14th May, you can challenge either Paradox Suicune or Paradox Virizion with the Water or Psychic Tera type, respectively, during 5-star Tera Raids (via...
UK Charts Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Tumbles Out Of The Top Ten
The Force is with Jedi: Survivor
The latest UK boxed charts are in and they paint a healthy picture for EA's Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, with the action-adventure sequel coming out on top. According to Chris Dring from GamesIndustry.biz, the game is the second-biggest launch of the year so far, coming in ahead of Capcom's Resident Evil 4, but behind...
April2023
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For May And June 2023
Zelda! Sonic! Did we mention Zelda?!
Nope. No big games are launching soon. Definitely not the most-anticipated game of possibly ever. What's a 'Zelda'? We've been busy rounding up our usual selection of games headed to retail in the coming weeks, including some highlights picked by us as well as lots of other games and accessories that are...
Random Yes, The District 9 & Gran Turismo Director Would Be Interested In Making A Metroid Movie
You hear that, Nintendo?
The Mario Movie has now banked $1 billion at the box office and Nintendo appears to be up for more films, so it's no surprise famous directors are open to helping out with future big-screen adaptations. If a Metroid movie ever ends up happening, Nintendo might want to consider Neill Blomkamp - best known as the co-writer...
News 'The Lara Croft Collection' For Switch Has Been Rated By The ESRB
Two Tomb Raider spin-offs are due out this year
Back in October 2021, Square Enix announced it would be releasing Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light and Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris on the Nintendo Switch. Both titles ended up getting delayed last year until 2023, and now there appears to be another development. The Entertainment Software...
News Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom File Size Seemingly Revealed For Switch
Bigger and better
We're now just weeks out from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom release and it seems Nintendo has updated the file size on the official game page once again. No longer is it the "biggest" digital release on the system, with the Japanese video game company seemingly reducing it from around 18GB down to about 16GB. The eShop...
News Konami's GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon Is Getting A Limited Run Switch Release
Pre-orders start next week
It's been a busy week for the physical distributor Limited Run Games and to top it off the company has now announced a hard copy of GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon. There'll be a standard copy ($39.99) and classic edition ($64.99) up for grabs. The classic edition will come with a soundtrack, art cards, an art book and...
Poll One Year On, What Other Events Should Be Added To Nintendo Switch Sports?
Was golf really enough?
If you can believe it, it has been one whole year since we first got our hands on Nintendo Switch Sports and immediately decided, "Huh, it's just like Wii Sports. Only smaller. And £50." Of course, some of these impressions were improved somewhat by the free addition of Golf in November of last year, but for the most part,...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 29th)
On the Zelda home straight
Welcome back to another edition of What are you Playing, where we give you a brief rundown of the week in Nintendo before discussing what gaming we're all up to this weekend. The big news this time around is (deep breath) there are less than two weeks to go until Tears of the Kingdom!! This week, we shared our thoughts on...
News Koei Tecmo Permanently Lowers Digital Price Of Attack On Titan Series On Switch
"Experience the story from the anime"
During a time when game prices are being bumped up to $70 and beyond, Koei Tecmo has announced it will be "permanently" reducing the digital price of its Attack on Titan video games based on the popular anime This includes Attack on Titan, Attack On Titan 2 and additional content including the upgrade pack...
News Octopath Traveler II Director Talks About The Future Of The Series
"We have casually chatted"
Believe it or not but Octopath Traveler II only made its debut on the Nintendo Switch and other platforms last month. If it has got you wondering about a third entry in this HD-2D series, the team isn't quite ready to discuss what's next. However, it has "casually chatted" about how certain parts of the series could...
News New Naruto X Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections Trailer Showcases "Top Ranked Characters"
Coming to Switch in 2023
In February, Bandai Namco officially lifted the lid on its new game Naruto X Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections. It will be coming to all platforms including the Nintendo Switch at some point in 2023 and lines up with the 20th anniversary of Naruto's anime debut. Players can look forward to the "largest roster" in the...
Review Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed (Switch) - A Stunning Denouement, Utterly Essential
We're really feeling it
Nine months on from the release of the stunning Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and, true to form, Monolith Soft has once again delivered a hefty chunk of story-based DLC for fans to sink their teeth into, this time in the shape of Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed. We’ve already had a bunch of fun new heroes and an all-new...
News Outright Games Releases 'Hasbro Kids Bundle' Today With All Profits Going To UNICEF
Transformers, Peppa Pig and PJ Masks make up the collection
Outright Games has today released its first charity video game collection, the Hasbro Kids Bundle, all the profits from which will go directly to UNICEF. Collecting together Transformers: Battlegrounds, My Friend Peppa Pig and PJ Masks: Heroes of the Night, the bundle marks the first...
News It Looks Like Cooking Recipes Are A Thing In Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
Tasting notes
We all remember the pain of putting together a really top-notch dish in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, consuming it and seeing the full power of its wonderful effects, only to realise that we have immediately forgotten the recipe and will never be able to make such a tasty treat by mistake again. Fortunately, all that is...
News Sega Shows Off Sonic Origins Plus Physical Edition Covers
"You can grab your regional version"
Sonic Origins might not have had a physical option on release, but thankfully Sega is redeeming the blue blur's retro collection with a hard copy of Sonic Origins Plus, arriving on Nintendo Switch this June. In the lead up to this improved package featuring Amy, 12 Sonic games from the Game Gear and more, Sega...
Video Unboxing The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Switch OLED
It's already out in the wild
Ahead of the Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom launch early next month, Nintendo has today released its new Zelda-themed Switch OLED system in select regions. It seems users have already got hold of it as well - with many taking to social media platforms to show off their shiny new system. If you are wondering exactly what to...
News Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Surpasses One Million Sales Worldwide
Capcom: "Thanks to all of you for your support!"
Capcom's Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection is off to an incredibly strong start, with the company announcing it's already sold over one million copies worldwide in less than a month. Of course, the game was released across multiple platforms including the Nintendo Switch. This figure also...
News Disney Dreamlight Valley Shares Sneak Peek Of Update 5 And A New Item
You can stand under my umbrella
Gameloft is still going strong with content updates for its lifestyle sim adventure game Disney Dreamlight Valley and ahead of the game's fifth major update, the company has teased a new must-have item for rainy days. Yep, you guessed right - it's umbrellas! The official socials for the game have shared a brief...
News New Dead Cells Update Is Heading To Switch Soon, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Prepare for Clean Cut
After the expansive 'Return to Castlevania' DLC last month, we imagined that it might be a little while before we get our next big update for Dead Cells. Clearly, we were wrong. Publisher Motion Twin has today announced that a lengthy new patch, 'Clean Cut', is now available on PC and will be heading to consoles soon. This...
News Atelier Ryza 3 Gets A New Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
New difficulty mode and music options
We had a great time with Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key when it came to Switch a little over a month ago, granting it an 'Excellent' 9/10 in our review (which you can find in full below). Today, publisher Koei Tecmo has released a fresh new update for the game, levelling it up to ver...
Japanese Charts Minecraft Legends Comes Out On Top After A Quiet Week
Cuphead also debuts in top ten
The latest Japanese charts are in from Famitsu (via Gematsu) and this week sees Mojang's latest foray into the world of strategy games taking the top spot as Minecraft Legends pulls in 13,490 sales from its debut (a very low number to be in first place, compared to what we have seen in recent months). Last week's...
Nintendo Download 27th April (North America)
Super Dungeon Maker! Omega Strikers! Strayed Lights!
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: Omega Strikers...
News Dotemu Is Bringing 'Might & Magic: Clash Of Heroes' Back On Switch This Summer
A fresh take on the DS RPG puzzler
The Might & Magic series may have somewhat fallen by the wayside since Ubisoft acquired the rights to the franchise back in 2003, but Dotemu is striving to bring the RPG puzzler back as it's developing and publishing a remaster of the 2009 DS game in Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes - Definitive Edition. The...
Review Bramble: The Mountain King (Switch) - Solid Puzzle Platforming In A Horrid Nordic Mythscape
Step aside, Hansel and Gretel
A young boy named Olle treks through dark woods after his missing sister. At first, nothing seems awry, yet he soon comes upon pinecones arranged in strange formations. Not long after, a massive shadow flits overhead. In the distance, obscured by the moonlight slanting through the trees, a massive, insidious shape...
News Wowzers! Inspector Gadget - Mad Time Party Go Goes Onto Switch Later This Year
Always on duty
Publisher Microids has today announced that Inspector Gadget - Mad Time Party will be flying over to Switch this Autumn. Developed by Smart Tale Games and based on the popular TV series of the same titular protagonist, Mad Time Party will see you taking on the role of Inspector Gadget and exploring various locations from the show in...
News Nintendo Switch Is Not "Technically Capable" Of Running Call Of Duty Games, Says CMA
Despite Microsoft's confidence otherwise
Yesterday, Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard was officially blocked in the UK by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). This was accompanied by a 418-page final report that elaborates on how the authority reached its decision. The report outlines several reasons for the block, including...
News Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom "Hands On" Performance & Resolution Detailed
An early tech analysis
As you have probably seen by now, the first impressions of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom have officially gone live. Nintendo's already shown a lot of select footage from the game, but one thing that hasn't been confirmed just yet is the sequel's performance and resolution. Fortunately, it seems previews have been...
News Pokémon Scarlet & Violet 'Ultraball Backpack' Reward Available To Global Challenge Participants
Update: Registration opens today
Update #3 [Thu 27th Apr, 2023 04:30 BST]: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Global Challenge 2023 III has been announced - giving trainers the chance to get their hands on an Ultra Ball Canvas Backpack. Registration is open from 27th April until 4th May, and the battles will begin on 5th May and run until 7th May. If...
News Switch Online's 'Missions & Rewards' Revives Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Icons
Here's your second chance to collect them all
Ahead of the release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom next month, Nintendo is giving Switch Online members a second chance to collect the Zelda: Breath of the Wild Switch Online icons. The first wave is available now and will be offered until 3rd May and the second wave will be available...
News Alien: Isolation - The Collection Physical Edition Announced For Nintendo Switch
Pre-orders open next month
Following on from its Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Collection teaser yesterday, Limited Run Games has now announced a physical release for the sci-fi survival horror game Alien: Isolation. This hard copy will include all of the DLC and will be available to pre-order between 26th May and 9th June. There'll be three...
News Meet The Heroes Of Disgaea 7: Vows Of The Virtueless In New Character Trailer
A closer look at Fuji and Pirilika
We still don't know much more about the Western release date of Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless besides that it is coming our way at some point in 'Autumn 2023', but that doesn't mean that we can't get clued up on the game's protagonists, Fuji and Pirilika, in the meantime. Fortunately, a new character trailer...
Round Up The Previews Are In For The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
Fusing fun
Here at Nintendo Life, we are rather excited about a little upcoming game called The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom — you might have heard of it. It seems that after six years of waiting, the run-up to the game's release date has come about rather quickly and now we are awash with trailers, promotional material and, as of today,...
Feature Cassette Beasts Dev On Doing What Pokémon Doesn't In A Zelda-Inspired Overworld
"We wanted to do something with a bit more maturity"
“How can two people make a monster-collecting game that does stuff that Pokémon doesn’t do?” This question was at the forefront of Jay Baylis and Tom Coxon’s early discussions on what would later become Cassette Beasts, a creature-collecting RPG with an emphasis on good tunes that...
Random Unlock Bayonetta Origins' Highest Difficulty With A 'Platinum Code'
Taking notes from Konami
If you're someone who is put off by the accessible difficulty presented in Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, then a new video posted by developer PlatinumGames might prove useful. Presented by the game's director, Abebe Tinari, it turns out that you can unlock the game's highest difficulty setting - officially...
Hands On Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Indulges Your Idiocy In The Very Best Way
This just in: Bokoblins hate apples
To say there’s been hype surrounding The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom would not just be an understatement, but a fairly poor opening line to any sort of hands-on feature. On an unrelated note, Nintendo recently invited us to go and have a go at The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom at their...
News Flashback 2 Gameplay Trailer Promises More Action And Mystery On Switch This November
Collector and Limited Editions also announced
In the grand scheme of long waits for a sequel, Flashback 2 is right up there. Continuing the storyline from the classic 1992 platform shooter, this follow-up was first teased back in 2021 for a release the following year, before having its launch pushed back to some point in 20
News Sonic Frontiers Director Confirms Ian Flynn Will Write "New" DLC Story
Arriving later this year
Sonic Frontiers received its first major content update back in March, and there's more to come including new playable characters and a new story. Now, in a small update, the game's director Morio Kishimoto has responded to fan questions about the third expansion - revealing the well-known Sonic writer Ian Flynn will indeed...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Version 2.0.0 Is Now Available, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The final wave of the Expansion Pass has arrived
Nintendo surprised Xenoblade Chronicles 3 fans last week when it announced the "final DLC" for the Expansion Pass would be arriving this week on April 25th. In an update, it's now officially gone live! The original story scenario 'Future Redeemed' features a cast of "new and familiar characters"...
Video We Test Dokapon Kingdom Connect's Friendship-Ending Multiplayer
Ahead of the game's release next month
If you're looking to ruin some friendships, then boy, do we have a game for you. Dokapon Kingdom Connect launches on Switch on 8th May 2023, and this hybrid board game RPG has a bit of a reputation for being a brutal time with friends. Originally released on the PS2 before jumping over to the Wii in 2008,...
Soapbox Torna - The Golden Country Is One Of The Best DLCs Of All Time
Future established
Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they've been chewing over. Today, Alana proclaims that Xenoblade Chronicles 2 has one of the best pieces of DLC ever in Torna - The Golden Country, and ponders what that could mean for Xenoblade Chronicles 3:...
News Official Nintendo Switch SD Card Line Expands With 1TB Zelda Card And Cute Yoshi Design
Store your games in style
One of the most important accessories for any Nintendo Switch owner is a microSD card (or multiple cards if you own lots of games). The Switch's internal memory isn't exactly brilliant, leaving most owners in need of extra storage once they've downloaded a handful of games. While not the cheapest options on the market,...
News Samba De Amigo: Party Central's Song List Has Ariana Grande Headlining
Way to make us feel old
Publisher Sega has revealed the first 20 songs in the tracklist for its upcoming rhythm sequel, Samba de Amigo: Party Central, with Ariana Grande at the top of the callsheet. Featuring the patented music game mix of newer tunes with old classics, there are several things here we're not personally familiar with here at NLife...
Review Minecraft Legends (Switch) - A Jankier, Less-Fun Pikmin, And A Massive Disappointment
Not quite legendary
Few games have had more cultural impact than Minecraft, but it seems that Mojang has struggled to recapture anywhere near the same success in its efforts to expand the IP beyond its sandbox origins. Minecraft: Story Mode was a decent, if uninspiring Telltale game, while Minecraft Dungeons proved to be a solid, but unexceptional...
News Studio Trigger Reveals Stunning Opening Cinematic For New Switch Free-To-Play Omega Strikers
Launching later this week
If you're looking for a reason to get excited about the upcoming free-to-play "footbrawler" Omega Strikers, then check out the opening cinematic video for the game. It's not just any old clip, this one has been done by the talented Japanese animation studio, Studio Trigger - perhaps best known in recent times for its work...
News Cult Of The Lamb's Free Major Content Update Is Out Today, Here's What's Included
"Relics of the Old Faith is out now"
The indie hit Cult of the Lamb has just released its first major free update of 2023 'Relics of the Old Faith' - introducing all sorts of new content. Players can look forward to a new post-game story, deeper combat, revamped bosses and enemies, more replay value, a photo mode, and various other requested...
News Zelda amiibo Are Getting Restocked On May 12th, Pre-Order Now (US)
Secure yours today
Ahead of the release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Nintendo is restocking some older Link amiibo in the US. If you happened to miss out on the Ocarina of Time Link, Majora's Mask Link or the Twilight Princess one, now is your chance to pre-order these amiibo from stores like Amazon, Best Buy and GameStop. They'll...
Review Trinity Trigger (Switch) - A Blast From The Past For Secret Of Mana Fans
Pull my (Trinity) Trigger
Fans of '90s JRPGs, particularly those released for the SNES, will have been watching Trinity Trigger closely. The game boasts a veritable dream team from some of the best JRPGs of the past 30 years, including those who worked on Xenoblade Chronicles, Octopath Traveler, and, of course, Secret of Mana. There is a lot for...
News New Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Commercial Wants You To Master Your Imagination
You can do what?!
A brand new advert for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has dropped. We're just over two weeks from the launch of the next mainline Zelda title, and Nintendo is understandably ramping up coverage of this highly-anticipated game. The new commercial, titled 'You Can Do What?!', is all about the endless possibilities at your...
News Masahiro Sakurai Gives Us A Tour Around Tons Of Smash Bros. Ultimate Stages
"Can you believe all of this was packed into one game?"
Kirby and Smash Bros. creator Masahiro Sakurai is showing no signs of slowing down thanks to his YouTube channel, where he shares insights on his history in the games industry and gives out advice based on past experience. His newest video, however, is a bit more simple, but it's a rather...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp?
Hot takes deployed
We had to wait a while for this one, and we don't just mean due to the 'global events' (also known as the Russian invasion of Ukraine) that caused Nintendo to delay Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp for a year. Nope, ever since Fire Emblem took off in the West, the Advance Wars series has taken a back seat to turn-based tactical...
News Next Pokémon Scarlet & Violet 7-Star Tera Raid Battle Event Announced For This Weekend
Icy Inteleon
The next 7-Star Tera Raid Battle event has been announced for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet and this one will see you facing off against Gen VIII's Inteleon first from 28th-30th April, before repeating 5th-7th May. The details of this event were shared on Twitter by @SerebiiNet, revealing that the latest 'mon to get the seven-star...
UK Charts Minecraft Legends Sells Gangbusters On Switch
While Advance Wars 1+2 takes the bronze
The latest UK charts are in and it's a strong one for strategy games and zombies. At the top of the pile this week, we have the interminably delayed Dead Island 2, which was finally released last week after its initial announcement back in 2014. Next, Minecraft Legends comes in at number two, and its sales on...
News Alear Tops Fire Emblem Engage 'Popularity Poll' In Japan
Who is your favourite character?
Back when Fire Emblem Engage was released on the Switch at the start of the year, the Japanese magazine Nintendo Dream ran a poll, asking fans who their favourite character was in the latest release. Now, after two months, the final rankings are in! Thanks to a translation (via Serenes Forest), we've got the "top...
News Advance Wars English Voice Actors Officially Announce Their Characters
The voices behind the commanding officers
Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp launched this week and in case you missed it, it now includes voice acting. To celebrate the launch, some of the English voice cast has been officially revealing their involvement with this project and the commanding officer they played. The game's credits also reference...
Poll What Do You Think Of The New Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Font?
Font-tastic? Or font-al?
Has it sunk in yet that almost every single mainline Final Fantasy game between I and XII is now available on the Switch? That's thanks to this week's release of the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series, which was long, long overdue. Back when the games launched on Steam and mobile between 2021 and 2022, lots of people were...
News Keiji Inafune Is The Producer Of Level-5's New Fantasy Life Game On Switch
He even created "a whole new life"
Apart from the initial reveal, we don't yet know all that much about Level-5's next Fantasy Life entry coming to the Nintendo Switch at some point this year. However, there's been a surprising discovery made about this new entry in the RPG simulation series. Japanese publication Famitsu has revealed Keiji Inafune...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 22nd)
Our not-so-final fantasies
Who would have thought that in the run-up to the release of Tears of the Kingdom, we would have so much Switch news to talk about in the space of a week? Nintendo was really firing on all cylinders this time around, as we got an official release date for Xenoblade Chronicles 3's final DLC, four new games added to the
News Advance Wars Switch Dev Thanks Fans For Positive Reception, Calls Release A "Life Dream"
"I can't respond to everyone but thanks"
After jumping through several hoops, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp has finally launched on the Nintendo Switch. As exciting as it is for many fans of the series, it is perhaps even more exciting for the development team. WayForward director James Montagna, who has worked alongside Nintendo on the...
Random Game Boy Version Of The Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Theme Is Spectacular
Doo doo doo doo dooooooo! ♫
We know what you're thinking, and yes, we only recently highlighted a wonderful animation for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom in the style of the Game Boy Color. But we're back with another find and this time it's a beautiful Game Boy interpretation of the main theme from the upcoming game. Posted on YouTube...
News Some Advance Wars Physical Owners Are Having Trouble Redeeming Gold Points
Was it delayed too long..?
Back in 2022, with a little more than a month to go until the planned release of Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp on Switch, Nintendo delayed the game indefinitely in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Skip ahead to April 2023 and the game is finally out, though it appears that the delay may have had an...
Guide Where To Buy Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp On Switch
Update: Out now!
Update: Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp is now available on Nintendo Switch! We've updated this guide with all the latest prices so that you can secure the best deal. Fan-favourite tactical turn-based strategy series Advance Wars is finally back with Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp now available on Nintendo Switch. It was originally...
News Switch Online's 'Missions & Rewards' Adds Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury Icons
Update: Wave 3 available now!
Update #2 [Fri 21st Apr, 2023 05:30 BST]: The third wave of Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury icons have arrived. They'll be available until 27th April - so get them while you can. Here's a look: Update [Fri 14th Apr, 2023 02:30 BST]: Wave 2 of the Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury icons are now officially...
Poll Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Is Out Today, Will You Be Getting it?
Prepare for battle!
Today is the day Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp arrives after multiple setbacks and delays. This new two-in-one Switch release is described as a "ground-up remake" of the classic GBA titles - adding 3D graphics, online play, fast-forward functionality, and much more. Now that the game is available in certain locations around the...
News Nintendo Releases New Commercials For Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
Update: Now in English
Update: We've updated the links below to include the English versions of all three commercials, which are identical to the Japanese ones. Enjoy! It's hard to believe, but we're now just weeks out from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom arriving on the Switch. Nintendo has been busy airing special trailer...
Round Up Every Game Announcement Exclusive To Japan's Indie World Showcase (April 2023)
See what the West missed out on
Nintendo held a surprise Indie World Showcase this week - sharing all sorts of announcements, but did you know there was also one in Japan? While they're often quite similar, this time around the Japanese one contained a lot of different announcements. If you were wondering what was revealed during Japan's broadcast,...
News Nintendo's Next Switch Online Game Trial Is Now Live (North America)
Delta Squad are back
Update [Fri 21st Apr, 2023 00:55 BST]: Here's your reminder you can now download this Switch Online trial for Star Wars: Republic Commando, provided you're located in this region. A trial for Fast RMX will go live in Europe on 26th April. Original story [Tue 18th Apr, 2023 00:45 BST]: Star Wars Day is happening next month,...
Japanese Charts Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Cleans Up
And Switch just about outsells PS5
The latest charts from Japan are in and it's a strong showing for Capcom this week, with Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection coming out on top for the Switch, selling an impressive 52,375 units. The PS4 version, meanwhile, entered the charts at number 5, selling 7,871 units. Elsewhere, Dokapon Kingdom...
Anniversary Five Years Ago, Nintendo Unboxed Its Most Joyful, Harebrained Experiment
A Labo of Love
Five years ago today, Nintendo told the world to get creative and create pianos, fishing rods, and — eventually — a giant cardboard VR headset. That's right, Nintendo Labo is half a decade old, and as we look back, we're feeling a little bit fond. Debuting in April 2018, this quasi-toys-to-life creation may have essentially been...
Nintendo Download 20th April (North America)
Advance Wars! Afterimage! Teslagrad 2!
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: Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp...
News Nintendo Debuts New Battle Theme From Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed
Persona vibes, anyone?
Ahead of the launch of Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed on April 25th, 2023, Nintendo has unleashed a new track from the expansion called 'New Battle!!!'. The music is, according to Nintendo, just one of the new battle themes you can expect to enjoy in the new story, and it's certainly got some serious Persona vibes,...
News Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Physical Release Has Reversible Cover Art
A throwback to the second game
Nintendo has been incredibly busy this week with all sorts of Switch-related announcements, and if news like new Xenoblade Chronicles amiibo and the Indie World Showcase weren't already enough, it's also reviving a pair of Game Boy Advance classics this Friday. Yes, in case it's slipped your mind, Advance Wars is...
News Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Version 1.3.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The Tera Raid egg bug has been resolved
The Pokémon Company and Nintendo have released a new update for the Switch title Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, bumping both games up to Version 1.3.0. Perhaps the most notable update is a fix for trainers who caught an egg instead of Walking Wake or Iron Leaves in a Tera Raid Battle before updating to...
News Five Nights At Freddy's: Security Breach Gets A Surprise Switch eShop Release
"Family-friendly horror"
Last month, Five Nights At Freddy's: Security Breach got announced for the Nintendo Switch. Now, in an update during the latest Indie World Showcase, the "family-friendly horror" game has been released on the eShop. This title originally made its debut in 2021 and has players take control of a young boy named Gregory, who...
News Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Updated To Version 15.0.0, Here's What's Included
Update today
As you might have seen, Capcom has released another free title update available for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak. This latest version (15.0.0) contains two new monsters — the Looming Calamity Amatsu and Risen Shagaru Magala, and it also adds special investigations to the game's Anomaly Investigations modes, where players can unlock...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp
Victory march
After a couple of lengthy delays, we are finally on the home straight for the return of Nintendo's tiny tactics series as Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp rolls onto Switch on 21st April. While the next few days might feel like a long stretch for those who have been eagerly anticipating the game since its original late 2021 release...
News Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak's Free Title Update 5 Flies Onto Switch Tomorrow
Plus one final update announced for June 2023
Capcom has today announced all of the details about the upcoming fifth free title update for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, which we now know will be coming to Switch tomorrow (20th April). What's more, the company also revealed that there will be one, final update heading for the game in June of this...
Round Up Everything Announced In Nintendo's April 2023 Indie World Showcase
All 21 games and trailers from the April 19 presentation
Nintendo delivered its latest Indie World Showcase today (Wed 19th April 2023), a 20-minute presentation of games from independent developers coming to Switch soon, with 'soon' being 'today' in some cases! Below you'll find the video of the full Indie World Showcase April 2023 presentation,...
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