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News Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.2.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Download this update on Switch 2 now
Mario Kart World has received a new update this week, bumping the Switch 2 exclusive up to Version 1.2.1. This is the first update for August, and it's a small one compared to the previous updates, addressing some bug fixes. As usual, to continue playing online, you'll need to install this latest update. Here's...
UK Charts And Just Like That, Mario Kart World Is Back In The Lead
Was there any doubt?
GkF has provided the latest breakdown of the physical UK charts, and now that the dust has settled somewhat from the release of Mafia: The Old Country, Mario Kart World finds itself back at the number one spot. It's not a huge surprise, of course, but it's good to see, nonetheless. Slightly further down, you'll also see that...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Drag x Drive?
Brag or dive?
The Nintendo first-party releases keep coming, and the first of two for August has wheeled onto the Switch 2. Drag x Drive has been out for a few days now, and it has proven to be a divisive one. Pairing up wheelchair basketball with the Joy-Con 2's Mouse Mode, we actually had a fairly good time with Drag x Drive, with the wonderful...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Unveils New Multiplayer Battle Mode For Up To Four Trainers
The first rule of Battle Club...
During the 2025 Pokémon World Championships, it was announced Link and Ranked Battles would be coming to Pokémon Legends: Z-A for the Switch and Switch 2 as part of the Z-A Battle Club. These battles will allow up to four trainers to join in on battles where they attempt to defeat as many of each other's Pokémon...
News Mattel Adds Special Edition Pauline To Its Mario Kart Hot Wheels Line
Pre-orders are now live
Mattel has already released a whole bunch of Mario Kart vehicles and next up is a "special edition" Pauline release, which was originally revealed at San Diego Comic-Con this year. It's arriving on 26th September 2025 and will be available for $22.00 / £20.00, with pre-orders now live. It comes with the Hot Wheels Mario...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch 2 Screen Protectors
Shield mode activated
The Nintendo Switch 2’s larger display is one of its biggest draws, but it also means you will want to keep it looking flawless for years to come. A good screen protector is a simple, affordable way to defend your console from scratches, smudges, and other daily wear. In this guide, we have picked out the best Nintendo...
Anniversary n-Space & Nintendo's M-Rated GameCube Gem Is 20 Years Old
I ain't afraid of no Geist
Everyone, we like to believe, has made a secret list for every single console they've ever owned, of weird and/or experimental stuff they either want to, or wished they had, played. Sometimes you get round to them, sometimes you don't. You know the sort of thing. For me, on GameCube specifically, things like Cubivore come...
Guide 59 Switch Games You Should Pick Up In The 'Play Together' eShop Sale (North America)
Update: Ends this weekend
Update: The Play Together sale ends this Sunday, 17th August, so you've only got a few days left to nab some bargains! It's time once again for Nintendo of America's Play Together sale! From today until August 17th at 11:59 pm PT the Play Together sale slashes the price of multiple multiplayer games so you and your...
Deals Get 5% Off Nintendo eShop Credit & Switch 2 Games In Our Summer Sale
Including Jamboree TV and Star-Crossed World upgrade packs!
Summer is in full swing, and depending on where you are in the world, chances are you may have experienced one or two heat waves (so stay safe, folks!). If you're someone who prefers to spend the summer months in the shade with your trusty Switch, then we've got good news: we've relaunched...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch 2 Third-Party TV Docks
Small docks, big impact
Whether you want a spare dock for a second TV, a travel-friendly option for gaming on the go, or simply a cheaper alternative to Nintendo’s official model, third-party Switch 2 TV docks are a great way to keep your console charged and ready for big-screen action. The best options combine reliable charging, solid build...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch 2 Gaming Headsets
Wired for sound
The Nintendo Switch 2 brings improved audio and built-in GameChat, making a good gaming headset more useful than ever. Whether you’re chatting with friends or just want to enjoy your games with better sound, the right headset can make all the difference. One of the most welcome additions is the headphone jack on the Switch 2 Pro...
News The Legend Of Zelda Movie's Official Social Media Account Goes Live
The marketing campaign begins
We're slowly learning more about the upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda movie, and following the reveal of the first cast members in July, it appears an official social media account has now been opened on the platform X (formerly known as Twitter). It's tagged as @The_Zelda_Movie and in the bio mentions how the film...
News Nintendo Partners With Interstate Scholastic Esports Alliance For Competitive Events
Better together
Nintendo of America and Interstate Scholastic Esports Alliance (ISEA) have announced a partnership "to make gaming competitions more social, accessible, and rewarding". Starting later this year, school-organized tournaments and events for grades 4 through 12 will be able to utilise Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Splatoon 3, and Mario...
News Could This Mysterious Super Mario 40th Anniversary X Account Be Legit?
aaaaaaaaa I don't know
Fans have recently been pondering over a mysterious X/Twitter account that seemingly directly references Super Mario's upcoming 40th anniversary. As reported by The Gamer, X account @supermario40th has been causing a bit of a kerfuffle, with some suspecting that it might be legit, thus indicating that Nintendo will indeed...
News Captain Toad Returns In This Week's Nintendo Music Update
Treasure Tracker also got a Switch 2 upgrade recently
Nintendo Music has received its weekly update today and this time it adds the soundtrack from Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. You'll be able to listen to tracks like the game's title theme, The King of Pyropuff Peak and much more. All up, this album contains a total of 58 tracks and has a...
Anniversary Paper Mario First Unfolded On N64 25 Years Ago
And the book's still open
25 years ago today, 11th August, Mario jumped into a whole new dimension. Today marks the anniversary of the N64 turn-based RPG, Paper Mario — which is a pretty big deal, because that means the entire series is also celebrating its quarter-century anniversary. Feeling old yet? Originally planned to be developed by...
UK Charts Mafia: The Old Country Whacks Mario Kart World Down A Peg
Leave the shell. Take the banana.
The latest UK Charts are in and the newly-released Mafia: The Old Country finds itself at the top of the pile, knocking Mario Kart World off its pedestal and into second place. Elsewhere, Tales of the Shire has also performed admirably to land at number 8, despite some rather poor reviews. Sega has a new release...
News Nintendo's Share Price Is Now Double The Height Of The Wii Era
Huge gainz
Nintendo's share price is continuing to skyrocket following the early success of the Switch 2. According to the latest data from Google Finance, the company's share price currently sits at a staggering ¥14,355. For context, this is now double Nintendo's value at the height of the Wii era. On 31st October 2007, the markets closed with...
Talking Point Nintendo Is Laser-Targeting Your Toddlers With This New 'My Mario' Line
Full-on Disney mode engaged
Of the big three platform holders, Nintendo is the 'family-friendly' one. Did you know that? Of course you did - you're an intelligent human being. And over the course of the Switch generation, with all the company's eggs now in a single console basket, Nintendo has diversified its business, leaning into non-gaming areas...
Gallery Nintendo Shows Off Its New 'My Mario' Product Line
Rattles, plush and much more
Nintendo today announced a whole range of themed products as part of its new 'My Mario' campaign for parents and children. Apart from a new smartphone and Switch app as well as wooden amiibo blocks, it's also announced a bunch of other stuff. This includes products like clothing, rattles, tableware and much more! Here's...
Gallery Here's A Closer Look At The Super Mario Wood Block Sets, Doubling As amiibo
Launching in Japan this month
Earlier today, Nintendo announced it was releasing a new range of Mario-themed products, and while it is marketed towards parents and children, the 'wood block' sets on the way will actually double as amiibo figures. Along with the news, it's shared multiple photos of this new range made up of Mario, Luigi, Peach,...
News Nintendo Announces New 'Hello, Mario!' App For Switch And Mobile Devices
Wood Block amiibo also revealed
Nintendo has today announced it's releasing a new line of Mario-themed products, videos and even an app designed for parents and their children. The free smart device and Switch app is officially titled 'Hello, Mario!' and allows kids to interact with Mario's face. Based on the description and footage so far, it...
News Nintendo Patent Featuring Crank And "Clickable Wheel" Attachments For Joy-Con 2 Surface
Watch out, Playdate
Patents don't always lead to something, but it's still interesting to see what companies might be up to or at least thinking about behind closed doors. In the case of Switch 2, Nintendo has already delivered some unique features like Joy-Con 2's mouse mode, and now a few other ideas have seemingly surfaced. This information...
Japanese Charts Sega's Latest 'Demon Slayer' Kicks Mario Kart World Into Second
Only just, though
Famitsu has provided the latest look at the Japanese boxed charts, and it's Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 that's taken the top spot this week on the Switch. It's only just beat Mario Kart World, but if you also take into account the PS5 sales at number five, then its lead is considerably more...
Watch Nintendo Indie World Showcase August 2025 - Live!
Yes indieed
What's that? You're still catching up on the news from the last Direct? There's no time for that! Nintendo has another showcase up its sleeve, an Indie World to be precise, and it's right around the corner! Yes, Nintendo is keeping the presentations coming today, with the Indie World set to kick off in a little under half an hour at 6am...
News Metroid Prime 4, Elden Ring, Silksong All Playable At Nintendo's Gamescom Booth
Plus many more!
Nintendo will be making an appearance at this year's Gamescom, and it looks like the company's full line-up of games has been revealed (thanks, Games Wirtschaft). It's a doozy, folks. Included in the selection are the likes of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokémon Legends Z-A, Elden Ring
Poll So, Will You Be Getting The Switch 2 Upgrade For Kirby And The Forgotten Land?
The pink puff returns
It's a new month, and it means we're slowly getting closer to the release of another Switch game upgrade for the Switch 2. Yes, apart from EA's update to Apex Legends this week, later this month Nintendo will also be launching Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star Crossed World. In case you missed it,...
Mari no cart
Japan's largest speedrunning event, RTA, is set to kick off later this week on 9th August, and will see some of the speediest gamers in the biz ploughing through the likes of Cuphead, Nier: Automata and Skyrim, all in aid of Doctors Without Borders. We learnt a few months ago that Nintendo games would not be included in the lineup, and...
News Nintendo Rolls Out Version 1.1.1 Update For Game Builder Garage On Switch 2
Here are the full patch notes
When Nintendo launched the Switch 2 earlier this year in June, it also released multiple free game updates for select Switch titles. One of these updates was for Game Builder Garage - adding visual optimisations, Joy-Con 2 mouse support and more. Now in a new update, it's rolled out Version 1.1.1. This particular patch...
News Super Mario Party Jamboree Updated For Switch 2 And Switch (Version 2.1.1)
Here's what's included
Following Nintendo identifying a bug in Super Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV last week, an update has now been officially rolled out. This issue was tied to the game's upload records of rankings, and it's apparently operating as it should once again. Apart from the Switch 2 version, this same...
Anniversary No Way Is Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island 30 Years Old Already
Yep, seems like it
In yet another indication that time is indeed marching on and on, it seems that Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island has somehow turned 30 years old. Released in Japan on 5th August 1995, Yoshi's Island marked a significant departure from its predecessor, yet received widespread critical acclaim regardless. It also happened to be...
News Mario Voice Actor Charles Martinet Will Appear At MCM Comic Con In Birmingham
Event kicks off in November
Charles Martinet may not be voicing Mario anymore, but that doesn't mean he isn't still deeply involved in the promotion of Nintendo's enduring mascot. As such, the voice actor will be making an appearance at this year's MCM Comic Con in Bimingham from 28th - 30th November, 2025. Martinet will be there for all three days...
News Kirby And The Forgotten Land Switch 2 Trailer Showcases More New Mouthful Modes
Sign of the times
Nintendo has released a brand new overview trailer for the catchily-titled Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World, and it has given us our first look at a new batch of Mouthful Mode transformations. We first locked eyes on Spring Mouth way back at the game's Switch 2 reveal, but Gear Mouth...
News Nintendo Sends Out Second Game-Key Card & Physical Game Survey
Update: The survey has been closed
Nintendo has already been doing a little surveying and gathering of feedback, as we reported a few weeks back, with regards to physical and digital games, including how game-key cards are going down. Spoiler alert: they aren't really going down very well at all. Now, and as reported by Eurogamer, the Big N is back...
News Tetris & Metroid Composer 'Hip' Tanaka Is Getting Back Into Video Game Music
And he'd love to make another soundtrack, "if asked"
Those lovely folks over at VGC spoke to the one and only Hirokazu Tanaka — better known as 'Hip' or 'Chip' Tanaka — at Bitsummit's Indie Game Event in Kyoto last month and, it seems, the main man may well be up for making some sweet new music, if somebody asks. Would somebody just let him make...
Feature What We Expect From Nintendo For Super Mario Bros.' 40th Anniversary
Four decades of 1-1
Five years ago, Nintendo made an appropriately big thing of Super Mario Bros.' 35th anniversary, with a bespoke Direct broadcast featuring a bunch of new games and, naturally, merch celebrating the Famicom release of video gaming's most famous platformer on 13th September 1985. Half a decade on and the 40th anniversary is just...
News Nintendo Music Update Adds "Some Features" For Those With An Expired NSO Membership
Keep the tunes coming
Nintendo has rolled out its latest update for the Nintendo Music mobile app, and the biggest change seems to be the arrival of "some features" for anyone who let their Nintendo Switch Online membership expire. That "some features" all sounds pretty mysterious, doesn't it? Well, that's exactly how the Big N phrases it in the...
News Just Like With Switch 1, Nintendo Warns Against Using Switch 2 In Extreme Heat
AC adapter
Whenever the weather in Japan reached particularly high temperatures throughout the Switch's lifespan, Nintendo would release a statement reminding everyone that the OG hybrid was not cut out for such conditions. As it turns out, the Switch 2 is no different (thanks for the heads up, Eurogamer). Japan has been experiencing a huge...
But what were they?
Well, we were all quite excited, we think it's fair to say, about Nintendo's Partner Showcase last week and, in the end, it seemed a little light on heavy-hitting or exciting stuff in all honesty. Yep, we expected a little more sugar, a few surprises to whet our appetites on the third-party front, since the initial wave of...
News More Switch Games Reportedly Receive Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes
Update: Another batch of games have been fixed
Nintendo rolled out a new firmware update (Version 20.2.0) for the Switch 2 last week, and it appears it's not just Portal 2 that this patch may have fixed. Nintendo Everything reports "over 20 games" with Switch 2 backward compatibility problems have supposedly had issues resolved thanks to this...
News Nintendo Showcases Every Partner Direct Switch 2 Game In New Infographic
A nice little lineup
The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase for July 2025 may have come and gone, but if you need a reminder of all the games that featured in it (and if our full round-up wasn't enough for ya), then the Big N has got you covered. A brand new infographic shared on the Nintendo of America Twitter account highlights all the games that...
Japanese Charts Mario Party Rolls A Fine Switch 2 Debut, But Can't Move To The Top Spot
Bored of the board
Famitsu has shared its latest look at the physical software charts in Japan, and the podium is a Switch 2 washout. Mario Kart World has claimed the gold again (no surprises there), leaving Donkey Kong Bananza still swinging steady in second, but it's Super Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV that claims...
Guide 112 Games You Should Pick Up In Nintendo's Summer Switch eShop Sale (Europe)
Update: Just a few days left!
Don't forget, the European Summer Sale closes up shop this Sunday 3rd August , so you only have a few days left to pick up some bargains... until the next sale, at least! Summer is still sizzling, and now the savings have made their way across the Atlantic and to the fair lands of Europe. Nintendo of Europe has...
News Switch Is Now Within Touching Distance Of The DS' Lifetime Sales
All that stands between Switch and PS2
Switch 2 numbers were always going to dominate Nintendo's latest quarterly financial report, but the Switch 1 is still chugging along, too. In fact, with another quarter under its belt, the OG hybrid is edging ever closer to the DS' lifetime sales. At the latest count, the Switch 1 has sold 153.10 million...
News Here Are The Top Ten Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games As Of June 2025
All around me are familiar faces
Nintendo has shared its financial report for the first quarter of FY2026, so it's time to get an updated look at the top ten best-selling Switch titles. Now, those who follow this list every quarter won't find a lot of surprises here. In fact, since Pokémon Scarlet and Violet succeeded Sword and Shield in the last...
News Switch 2 Has Sold "More Than 6 Million" Units, And Almost As Many Copies Of Mario Kart World
Crazy attach rates
Nintendo's latest financial results are live, and the platform holder has confirmed Switch 2 hardware sales "exceeding 6 million units globally in the seven weeks after launch." Switch 2 launched on 5th June and today's Q1 financial report includes figures up to the end of that month. The stated figure of "more than 6 million"...
Watch Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase July 2025 - Live!
Howdy, partner!
Well, who could have seen this coming! The rumours were true, and we are mere minutes away from another Nintendo Direct. The Partner Showcase will be kicking off in a little under half an hour at 6am PST / 9am EST / 2pm BST / 3pm CET, with Nintendo promising "roughly 25 minutes of information on upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and...
News Nintendo Highlights Multiple Switch 2 And Switch Games Launching In August 2025
Kirby and much more!
With August just around the corner, it means there's a whole batch of new games on the way to the Switch and Switch 2. Nintendo has once again put together its own round of highlights - spotlighting some of the experiences players can look forward to next month. This includes the return of titles like Kirby and the Forgotten...
News Nintendo Preparing Super Mario Party Jamboree - Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV Update
A fix for a small glitch is on the way
Nintendo released Super Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV last week, and while the launch has gone mostly to plan, there's apparently one bug Nintendo will be addressing in a future update. According to its customer support account on social media, the ability to upload records to...
News Japanese Variety Show Ranks Nation's Favourite Games, Mario & Animal Crossing Miss Top Spot
Mining for data
A new survey conducted by Japanese variety show Ariyoshiiieeeee! – Oh yeah! Wanna play games at your place now? has revealed Japan's favourite video games, both overall and by age rating, and while the likes of Mario, Splatoon, Pokémon, Zelda, Animal Crossing, and Dragon Quest all make frequent appearances, none of them made the...
