Nintendo Switch News (Page 4)
Tuesday24th Mar 2026
News Pokémon Champions Nails Down Switch Release Date, And It's Only Two Weeks Away
Battle away
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have announced that Pokémon Champions is coming to Switch on 8th April 2026. The iOS and Android release will follow later in the year. While the game won't be getting a Switch 2 version, we will be getting a free update which will boost the visuals on the newer console (separate from that shiny Boost...
News Hello Kitty Island Adventure Is Getting Brand-New DLC Next Month
Let's go to the city
After the arrival of the Wheatflower Wonderland expansion last September, Sunblink and Sanrio have today revealed the next wave of Hello Kitty Island Adventure DLC: City Town. The new content update will launch in just a few weeks on 16th April, promising over 30 hours of additional adventures with over 90 quests — damn,...
Monday23rd Mar 2026
News Mechs And Turn-Based RPG Combat Collide In 'Starbites' On Switch 1 & 2 This May
A Game-Key Card release has been scrapped
Developer IKINAGAMES is dipping its toe into the RPG genre later this spring with Starbites, a sci-fi inspired adventure with turn-based mech combat, which comes to Switch 1 and Switch 2 on 21st May 2026. There aren't enough RPGs with mechs in our eyes, and Starbites is filling in that gap, with salvager...
News Japanese Teens Apparently Love Nintendo Switch More Than Pokémon & Disney
Our survey says...
The Brand Japan 2026 evaluation survey results have revealed that Nintendo is still an extremely-popular name with Japanese teenagers, with both the company brand and the Switch console only being beaten by YouTube. As reported on (and translated) by Automaton Media, Nikkei BP Consulting's
Sunday22nd Mar 2026
News Multiple Switch Games Receive Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes
Kirby, Final Fantasy and more
Nintendo has continued to improve Switch game compatibility on the Switch 2 and it's reportedly rolled out a new batch of fixes. This latest round of backward compatibility fixes apparently includes heavy-hitters such as Kirby, Final Fantasy and DOOM (which got a fix last month). Here's the full list via Nintendo...
News Picross S Konami Antiques Edition Features Castlevania, Contra, And More
Launching end of April
Jupiter Corporation has announced a new Picross entry to its growing lineup: Picross S Konami Antiques Edition. Launching on 30th April 2026 for the Switch eShop, the new game will introduce several classic Konami properties, including: - GRADIUS series - TwinBee series - Castlevania series - Ganbare Goemon series - CONTRA...
News Digimon Story Time Stranger Is Getting Major DLC In 2027
The game launches on Switch 1 & 2 this July
During Digimon Con 2026 this weekend, Bandai Namco announced it would be releasing a new large-scale expansion DLC for Digimon Story: Time Stranger. It's scheduled to arrive at some point in 2027, but no details have been revealed just yet. Here's the official announcement from the Digimon Game social...
Round Up Minecraft Live (March 2026) - New Game, Drops, Mobs, Biomes And More
Here's everything announced
Mojang aired its first major Minecraft Live broadcast of the year this weekend, and once again, it was packed with multiple announcements and reveals. If you didn't catch it live, here's the rundown: Updated Baby Mobs The upcoming game drop Tiny Takeover will change the look of "almost" every baby mob in the game,...
Saturday21st Mar 2026
News Nintendo Remains Tight-Lipped About Animal Crossing: New Horizons' Future
Can we borrow your crystal ball, Katrina?
Although Animal Crossing: New Horizons got a major update and Switch 2 Edition at the start of 2026, questions are once again being asked about its future. Variety recently spoke to Nintendo of America's vice president Reiko Ninomiya about th
News Minecraft Dungeons II Announced For Switch 1 & 2, Out This Year
"A hero’s work is never done!"
At the first Minecraft Live event of the year, Mojang has officially announced Minecraft Dungeons II will be coming to Switch 2, Switch and multiple other platforms in "fall of 2026". This is an "entirely new action RPG" and like the previous game, it will be packed with "high-stakes combat and epic amounts of...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (21st March)
Pokémoar?
It's Saturday, lovely people, and we're back after another packed week in the world of video games! Well, it wasn't too packed, Nintendo-wise, but it still felt busy as Pokopia continues to dominate the Switch-2-dom, and Nintendo itself just casually dropped a firmware update with a new Handheld Boost Mode feature that immediately had us...
News Mario Tennis Fever Takes Out Top Spot In February 2026 Nintendo Charts (US)
And Requiem debuted as the best-selling game of the year
It's been quite a busy start to the year with a lot of major games releasing on not only the Switch 2, but across all platforms. Now that February is over, Circana's Mat Piscatella has shared data for the "Top Best-Selling Platinum Games" on Nintendo platforms in the US for this same month...
Friday20th Mar 2026
News Sega Shares Updated DLC Roadmap For Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Game demo also updated on select platforms
Sega hasn't taken its foot off the pedal since Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds launched last September, and on top of a huge update this week, it's also shared an "updated" post-launch roadmap. In case you missed it, this follows the announcement of thr
News System Shock 2.1 Update Brings Massive Improvements To Performance
About time, right?
Nightdive Studios has confirmed that a new update for System Shock on Switch 1 and 2 is now available for download, bringing huge improvements to the game's performance. Patch 2.1 has been applied across all available platforms to nuke any nasty bugs, but it's Nintendo's consoles that receive the most TLC. Performance has been...
Review 8BitDo 64 Controller For Switch 1 & 2 - A Worthy Alternative To Nintendo's N64 Pad
Tempered weirdness
If you’ve been in the market for an Analogue 3D, then chances are you’ve already seen 8BitDo’s accompanying 64 Bluetooth Controller. Although originally only available in black or white, 8BitDo now has a variant that pays homage to the original N64 grey colour scheme, so now seems the perfect time to check it out and see if...
Try before you buy
Nintendo has ramped up its store demos for first-party titles since the launch of the Switch 2, and the latest one available is for Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup In Bellabel Park. These demos for this new Mario Wonder experience can be found at "select" retailers located in the US. As usual, this...
Nintendo Download 19th March (North America)
MLB! Rushing Beat! Bang Bang Bandits!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America arrived yesterday, and it's brought 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 (2) eShop - Highlights: MLB The Show 26 (Sony...
Thursday19th Mar 2026
News Pokémon Legends Z-A Has Received A Small Patch Today
Update: Version 2.0.2 is out now, just don't expect much
[Thu 22nd Jan, 2026 02:11 GMT]: Pokémon Legends: Z-A has received its first update of the year today for the Switch and Switch 2. When you download it, your copy will be updated to Version 2.0.1. It focuses on some adjustments for obtaining certain items (including an increase to the...
News Toby Fox Shares Another Deltarune Chapter 5 Development Update
The dev team is mostly done
Deltarune developer Toby Fox recently provided an update about the progress of Chapter 5, and now he's shared another update via social media. Fox notes how outside of bugs and translation, most of the development team has now "moved on" from Chapter 5, and the professional testers will begin "formally testing" this...
News Super Mario Bros. Wonder Has Been Updated To Version 1.1.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Get ready for the Switch 2 Edition
Nintendo's wonderful Switch platformer Super Mario Bros. Wonder has today received a new update, bumping the game up to Version 1.1.0. This update gets the game ready for the arrival of the Switch 2 Edition and new DLC, due out next week on 26th March 2026. This also includes amiibo support, some general changes...
News Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Publisher Responds To AI Outfit Allegations
Wardrobe malfunction
Last week, Aspyr released a free upgrade for Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, throwing in a new 'Challenge Mode' and a bunch of fresh outfits to anyone who downloaded. Despite being free, the newbies were not well-received. Shortly after launch, players began reporting inconsistencies in the new 'fits, with strange symbols and odd...
Japanese Charts Ditto Copies Another Win For Pokémon Pokopia
Gold? Ditto.
We are back with another look at the latest Japanese physical charts from Famitsu, and despite some newbies entering the standings, Pokémon Pokopia remains firmly at the top. It was another big week for TPC's latest, with Ditto & co. summoning up another 117,029 sales to its name. This meant that Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted...
Wednesday18th Mar 2026
News Splatoon 3 Is Getting A Fresh New Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Details about the next update have also been revealed
Nintendo has already been quite active this week, rolling out a new Switch 2 firmware update and "Handheld Mode Boost" option, and adding to this it's now announced a new update for Splatoon 3. According to Nintendo of America's
News Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Joins A Trio Of THQ Nordic Titles Getting The Switch 2 Treatment
While SpongeBob goes back to Switch 1
THQ Nordic has announced that four "fan favourite" titles will be heading to new Nintendo Switch systems this year. Three will be making the most of the latest hardware's improved specs as they jump from Switch 1 to 2, while one Switch 2 title will be expanding its reach with a fresh Switch 1 release. Let's...
News Devolver's New 'Dungeon Scroller', Dark Scrolls, Is Packed With Retro Fantasy Goodness
Scrolling onto Switch this year
If last year's Absolum put you in the mood for more fantasy roguelike action, then Dark Scrolls is here to fit the bill with a retro twist. From Gato Roboto and Gunbrella dev Doinksoft, with Devolver Digital on publishing duties, Dark Scrolls is a 'dungeon scroller', that's part procedurally-generated roguelike, part...
News Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes Vs. Villains Brings A Galactic Showdown To Switch 1 & 2 This June
"Chewie, we're home"
If you like Monopoly and also happen to be a fan of Star Wars, you might want to be on the lookout for this new Ubisoft-published title, Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains. This new crossover will be arriving for the Switch 1 and 2 on 11th June 2026 (as well as multiple other platforms) and will include a "dynamic,...
Tuesday17th Mar 2026
PSA Switch 2 Update Adds Handheld Mode Boost, Here's How To Use It
Enhance your experience with Switch 1 games
In case you missed it, the latest Switch 2 firmware update has delivered a major surprise, adding "Handheld Mode Boost". As detailed by Nintendo in the patch notes for Version 22.0.0, when enabled, this option will allow compatible Switch software to run as if it's "in TV Mode" on the Switch 2 while in...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 22.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Including "Handheld Mode Boost" and a Switch update
Nintendo has released a new update for the Switch 2 and Switch this week, bumping the system firmware up to Version 22.0.0. On the Switch 2, this update comes loaded with new GameChat features, language and accessibility updates, and multiple other improvements and updates. Most notably, though,...
News Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Reveals Three More Free DLC Characters
Look, it's that red bird and...
If you've been wondering what's next for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Sega has this week lifted the lid on three more free DLC characters. This includes Red from Angry Birds, Goro Majima (Captain Majima) from Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, and Arle, who you might know from
Monday16th Mar 2026
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dimension DLC Is Getting A Code-In-A-Box Release
Jumping through Hoopas
Just like we saw with Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero back in 2023, the Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension DLC is getting a boxed release. The eagle-eyed amongst you will notice that we said "boxed" there, and not "physical", because once again, yes, this is another code-in-a-box situation. The...
News "We Can All Exist At The Same Time" - Zelda Voice Actor Rejects The Need To Pass The Torch
"There are already many torches"
For nearly a decade at the time of writing, voice actor Patricia Summersett has been providing the voice of Zelda, appearing in Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity and Age of Imprisonment. Having worked on several games in the
Saturday14th Mar 2026
News HD-2D Series Octopath Traveler Hits Another Major Sales Milestone
Following the release of Octopath Traveler 0
Square Enix's Octopath Traveler role-playing series, which originally started life as a Switch exclusive in 2018, has this week announced another massive sales milestone. In a post on social media, the company confirmed the series has now shipped seven million copies worldwide. This combines the physical...
News Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Has Been Rated, Here's The ESRB Summary
This is what you can expect...
Although Nintendo's focus is slowly shifting from the Switch, it's still got some first-party titles planned for the original hybrid system. One of these games happens to be Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, and it's out next month. Ahead of this launch, we've now got an official ESRB rating. Unsurprisingly, it's been...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (14th March)
Pokémanz
Hello everyone, and welcome to this newfangled concept called 'the weekend'. It's a strange one, but we're here for it. Before we dive into what we're playing, let's see what's been going on this week, hm? First of all, Nintendo joined hundreds of other companies in North America in suing the government for its extensive use of tariffs...
Friday13th Mar 2026
News Marvel Maximum Collection Brings Six Superhero Titles To Switch This Month
Physical pre-orders open alongside the digital launch
Last month, Limited Run Games announced it was teaming up with Marvel and Konami to revive six classic titles in the Marvel Maximum Collection. It was mentioned how this superhero-sized collection was "coming soon" to the Switch and multiple other platforms, and we've now got an official update,...
News Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Gets A Switch 2 Release, Free Upgrade "Coming Soon"
New 'Challenge Mode' and outfits also available
If you're a fan of the video game icon Lara Croft and happen to own a Switch 2, we've got some good news! Her collection Tomb Raider I-III Remastered is now available on the Switch 2. According to the press release, this version includes 1440p at 60fps docked and 1080p at 120fps in handheld mode. The...
News Cult Classic 'The 7th Guest' Is Getting A Full Remake On The Switch
Arriving later this year
Publisher Vertigo Games and developer Exkee have announced a full remake of the FMV cult classic The 7th Guest, heading to the Switch later this year. Curiously, there's seemingly no Switch 2 version of the game at the time of writing, so we're keen to see how this one runs on the Switch. It's an intriguing proposition,...
Thursday12th Mar 2026
News Former Overwatch Director Breaks Silence About Sudden Departure From Blizzard
"I literally thought I'd retire from the place"
Before Blizzard's free-to-play multiplayer shooter Overwatch 2 arrived on the scene, there was the original paid experience led by game director (and fan favourite) Jeff Kaplan. You might recall how Kaplan made an abrupt exit from the company behind Diablo and
Nintendo Download 12th March (North America)
Starship Troopers! WWE! MLB!
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: WWE 2K26 (2K Games, 6th Mar) - The show...
Japanese Charts Pokémon Pokopia Gets Off To An Astonishing Start
Talk about Tangrowth
The latest Japanese Charts data is in courtesy of Famitsu, and Pokémon Pokopia has gotten off to a roaring start in the region with a total of 541,371 physical copies sold. The Pokémon Company has already confirmed that around 1 million total units were shifted in Japan, so this is a good indication of the physical/digital...
News PEGI Targets Loot Boxes With Its New Overhauled Ratings System
No more 3+ EA Sports games
The Pan European Game Information (or PEGI for short) ratings system is officially getting a massive overhaul in an effort to target microtransactions, loot boxes, and mechanics that reward logging in for daily quests. It'll no doubt prove a huge blow to the likes of EA, which puts a lot of emphasis on it's 'Ultimate...
News Dave The Diver's Next Major DLC Launches This June
Plus, a new physical edition is confirmed
Developer Mintrocket has confirmed that Dave the Diver's next major DLC, 'Into the Jungle', will launch on Switch and Switch 2 on 18th June 2026. The expansion will feature entirely new locations, with additional NPCs, quests, and more. To put it simply, if you're a fan of the base game, then chances are...
Heart's not in it
Accessory manufacturer Anbernic is perhaps best known for its work in the retro handheld space, pumping out new emulation devices at a rate I’ve frankly struggled to keep up with. Rarely does it branch out into the realm of controllers, but when it does, it’s safe to say that the results are about as mixed as you can get. Its...
Guide Where To Pre-Order Yoshi And The Mysterious Book For Nintendo Switch 2
Booking it
Mario's trusty steed is back soon in the next entry in his own platforming series, and this one's a Switch 2 exclusive. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book looks to be channelling all the cutesiness you'd expect from the green dino, with the latest trailer looking particularly lovely. We've got high hopes for this easygoing, kid-friendly...
Wednesday11th Mar 2026
News My Nintendo Store Adds A Super Mario 40th Anniversary Reward (North America)
The celebrations don't stop with this pin set
Alongside the MAR10 Day celebrations this year, Nintendo has released a new My Nintendo Reward on its official store in North America. For 600 platinum points, you'll be able to get a Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 pin that also comes with a 40th anniversary Super Mario Bros. pin. Here's...
News Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Receives A New Update, Here Is Everything Included
Some small but welcome improvements
Following an update to Octopath Traveler 0 just days ago, Square Enix has now rolled out an update for Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake. This title originally arrived on the Switch, Switch 2 and other platforms last October and has already received some patches since then. As for this latest one, which bumps it...
News Chained Echoes Dev Is Filing A Lawsuit Against Physical Distributor
"This decision wasn’t easy"
Physical distributor First Press Games doesn't exactly have the most glowing of reputations these days. One quick Google search will bring up a host of results delving into whether or not the company is effectively scamming its customers. Well, it seems like Chained Echoes developer Matthias Linda has had enough...
News The Next Harvest Moon Game, 'Echoes Of Teradea', Has Been Announced For Switch 1 & 2
Moon and Gloom
Surprise, farmers! Natsume has today planted the first seed for its upcoming all-new Harvest Moon game, Echoes of Teradea, confirming that it'll sprout onto both Switch 1 and 2. We don't have a release date just yet, though the dev has shared a fair amount of information about what we can expect from this one, teasing new love...
"It's been an honor voicing Mega Man in Mega Man 11"
After what's felt like a lifetime, Capcom finally confirmed Mega Man: Dual Override, the latest entry in the iconic side-scrolling action series. Scheduled to launch on Switch and Switch 2 in 2027, there's not a whole lot we know about the game at this early stage, but what we do now know is that...
News Fashion Dreamer For Switch Shutting Down Online Mode Next Week
"Thank you for playing Fashion Dreamer"
Marvelous has issued a reminder today that it will be ending support for the Online Mode in Fashion Dreamer next week. The title was originally released for the Switch in 2023. Although this mode is coming to an end, the Solo-Play Mode will continue to be available after this date. There'll also be some...
