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News Vesper: Zero Light Edition Looks Like The Perfect Game For Switch OLED
Console exclusive launches this month
Developer Cordens Interactive has announced Vesper: Zero Light Edition, an enhanced version of Vesper for PC. The game will launch on Nintendo Switch as a console exclusive on May 12 at $7.99 / €7.99 / £7.99. Pre-orders for the game can bag 20% off the listed price for a limited time. The new version of the...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For May And June 2022
Mario Strikers! Fire Emblem Warriors!
It's already been a pretty hectic year in terms of new major releases on Switch, and while May looks to be giving us the slightest of breathers in the 'major Nintendo-published game' department, June is ready and waiting to pummel our poor bank accounts once again. As always, we've been busy compiling a list of...
Video 8 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In May 2022
"May the games be with you"
We're now five months into 2022! We've just got the release of Nintendo Switch Sports this week, so what's ahead? Well, there are all sorts of interesting games coming to the hybrid system this month. Starting out with Eiyuden Chronicle on the 10th, it'll be followed by Cotton Fantasy, Kao the Kangaroo
News Deadly Dozen Reloaded Squads Up For A New Summer Landing On Switch
Update: New details, screens, and a delay
Update [Fri 29th Apr, 2022 17:00 GMT] Deadly Dozen Reloaded has stormed its way onto Steam and GOG today, but if you're looking for a Switch release, then you'll need to wait a bit longer. Ziggurat Interactive has announced that its revamped release of this 2001 shooter will now launch on the Nintendo...
News Nintendo Shares The Basics For Xenoblade Chronicles 3's Battle System
More combat data analysed
Nintendo of Japan is doing a solid job sharing tons of detail for Monolith Soft's upcoming Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and we're lapping up every little bit of detail, especially when it comes to combat. The Xenoblade series is known for having a plethora of systems to dive into, and with each entry, there's only been more and...
News Infinite Links Is The Latest KEMCO RPG Heading To Switch
From developer EXE-CREATE
Ever since the 3DS eShop, in particular, KEMCO has been a prolific publisher on Nintendo's download stores. It's continued this run on Switch, with a varied mix of titles but a particularly heavy focus on RPGs, which is undoubtedly welcome for fans of the genre. The next is now confirmed for the eShop (along with...
News Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony Is The Castlevania You've Been Waiting For
New trailer showcases plenty of gameplay
Publisher CFK has showcased a brand new trailer for the upcoming remaster of Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony. Originally launched in 2009 for Windows platforms, the game is heavily influenced by Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, but also injects plenty of 'Touhou' bullet-hell style gameplay for good...
News "No Plans" For Sonic Origins Physical Release Right Now, But Sega Is Aware Of Demand
Gotta beg fast
The release of Sonic Origins is fast approaching, and as excited as many fans are about this upcoming 4-in-1 collection, there's still one question that keeps popping up - will it be getting a physical release? Sega of America's social media manager, Katie Chrzanowski, has touched on this once again in the latest Sonic Official...
News Nintendo Showcases Quality Of Life Changes For Xenoblade Chronicles 3
Change characters during battles!
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is just a few months away, after the anticipated RPG was brought forward from its initial September launch to July 29th. With this in mind, Nintendo is starting to lift the lid on Monolith Soft's latest entry to the beloved franchise, giving us glimpses of gameplay and providing n
News Nintendo Shows Off A Splatoon 3 Weapon That's Both New And Familiar
Meet the Triple Inkstrike!
Just a couple of days ago, Nintendo revealed one of the new weapons for the upcoming Splatoon 3: the delightful Ink Vac. Designed to suck up ink and fire it back to create an explosion of chaos and colour, it's sure to be a hit with fans of the franchise. Now, Nintendo has revealed another new weapon, except this one...
News The Knight Witch Is A Magical Metrodivania Shmup Coming To Switch Later This Year
There's a new bullet witch in town
What do you do with two of the most popular indie genres? Stick 'em in a cauldron, throw in some cards, mix them together, and voila! The Knight Witch is what appears out of the puff of smoke. Team17 has revealed that this upcoming Metroidvania twin-stick shooter hybrid will be coming to Switch later this year...
News Capcom Confirms New Digital Event For Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak
"New gameplay info, monsters, and more"
The launch of Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak is inching closer, with the hefty expansion releasing on June 30th, 2022. Capcom is looking to ramp up the hype train for the release with a brand new digital event taking place on May 10th at 7:00 PDT / 15:00 BST, with game director Yoshitake Suzuki taking the...
News There'll Be A Playable Demo Of Capcom Fighting Collection At Combo Breaker
The fight begins May 27th
If you want to get your hands on the Capcom Fighting Collection and happen to be located in the US, you might want to head on down to this year's Combo Breaker esports tournament taking place next month. Not only will this upcoming collection have a playable demo at the event, but fans will also be able to claim a free...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Nintendo Switch Sports
Here's what the critics think
This week marks the release of Nintendo Switch Sports - a follow-up to the popular Wii Sports game released in 2006. The latest entry brings together six sports on release and will allow players to enjoy them both locally and online. If you've already been on Nintendo Life today, you've probably already seen our...
News 'Aka' Is A "Small, Open-World" Adventure Game With Wholesome Studio Ghibli Vibes
Are you turning red?
Red pandas are all the rage at the moment, it seems, as developer Cosmic Gatto — a professional animator who has worked with DreamWorks Studio animator — has unveiled Aka, an open-world game where you are looking to find "inner peace". You play as Aka, a retired red panda soldier who has decided to settle on a small island...
News Mothmen 1966 Is A Pulp Mystery With 8-Bit Home Computer Graphics
Coming to Switch this July
Publisher Chorus Worldwide has announced Mothmen 1966, a visual novel that features classic 8-bit home computer style visuals to tell a tale inspired by mid-20th century pulp fiction. It will launch on Switch on July 14th at a price of $8.99 / €7.99 / £6.79. Developed by LCB Game Studio, the game will be the first in a...
News Disney Dreamlight Valley Is A Free-To-Play Life-Sim That's Coming To Switch In 2023
Be our guest
Gameloft, the mobile developer founded by Ubisoft's Michel Guillemot that helped to bring Earthworm Jim and Rayman to DSiWare, has unveiled its brand new magical collaboration with Disney. Disney Dreamlight Valley is a cross between a life-sim and adventure game where you can interact with your favourite Disney and Pixar characters to...
News Namco's Yokai Dochuki, Renamed 'Shadowland', Is The Next Arcade Archives Game On Switch
A platformer to close out Namco month
We're getting another Arcade Archives release on Switch tomorrow, as the Japan-only platformer Yokai Dochuki is the next game to launch in the series, but with a slightly different name in the West, however — Shadowland. Originally released in arcades in 1987, the game sees you platforming through jigoku...
News Gorgeous Switch-Bound Metroidvania 'Afterimage' Smashes Kickstarter Goal
By over 600%
Last year, we covered the announcement of the beautiful hand-drawn Metroidvania Afterimage. Created by Shanghai-based developer Aurogon Shanghai (famous for creating the GuJian games — a series of RPGs set in ancient China) released a Kickstarter campaign a few months after revealing their game. And today, the company has announced...
News Bear And Breakfast's New Video Shows Off The Game's Management And Decoration Mechanics
Bearcon and Bearggs
If you're a fan of extremely cute story-led management adventure games, you'll likely have Bear and Breakfast on your radar — you play as the titular bear, Hank, running the titular "and breakfast", which is short for "bed and breakfast", which is a type of cosy hotel that offers a bed, plus food. In this new gameplay video,...
News Check Out The New Trailer For Zelda-Meets-Animal Crossing Game, Lonesome Village
For fans of Moonlighter and Littlewood
After a strange calamity wipes out Lonesome Village, the townspeople enlist the help of Wes, the coyote, to help them rebuild. You'll have to rescue each townsperson from the perilous dungeons, escort them home, and then help them restore civilisation by fishing, gardening, decorating, and exploring — imagine...
Feature 'AI: The Somnium Files - nirvanA Initiative' Director Talks New Gameplay Features
We delve into the Somnium of Akira Okada
As we approach the summer release of AI: The Somnium Files - nirvanA Initiative, we've been introduced to a new protagonist, new gameplay elements, and a brand new mystery. The blend of character interaction and unusual detective elements from the predecessor look like they'll be amped up to eleven in the...
News Dandy & Randy DX Promises Retro Adventure Puzzling, Out This Week
Lots of collectibles, not many Bits
Ratalaika Games keeps busy with budget releases on the Switch eShop, and the next on the way is from Brazilian developer Asterstic Game Studio. Dandy & Randy DX arrives this week on 29th April priced at $6.99USD / €6,99, and promises top-down adventure puzzling with a retro vibe. As you can see in the...
News Splatoon 3's New Weapon Lets You Suck Up Paint And Fire It Back At Enemies
The Ink Vac ensures that you won't suck
Splatoon 3 is in the process of being primed for its 9th September release date, and Nintendo has finally started shedding more light on what we can expect from the upcoming paint-based shooter. Nintendo UK, specifically, gave us a glimpse at a brand new weapon being introduced to the Inklings and Octolings'...
News Someone Is Already Playing Nintendo Switch Sports, And It's Not Even Out Yet
"Nintendo please, spare me your wrath"
It seems every Switch release is leaked in some way or form nowadays, and with this in mind, it's happened again (well, kind of...) - this time with Nintendo Switch Sports. Although it's not due out until later this week, one lucky fan known as "i_can_hear_the_world" on Reddit, has taken to the Nintendo Switch...
News Nintendo Opens New Sign Up Page For Pokémon Scarlet And Violet News
Register to get pre-order details, product news and more
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will be arriving on the Nintendo Switch later this year, and it seems trainers have still got a lot to learn. If you are keen to get the latest information about this upcoming generation as soon as the latest updates are released, you might want to visit this new...
News Raven's Hike Aims To Get You Hooked With Budget Puzzle Platforming
Arrives this week on the eShop
With the eShop having 30+ new games most weeks, it can be a pricey business if you're picking up titles regularly. We do get budget games to look at, too, and this week's eShop update (28th April) will bring Raven's Hike at $3.99USD (with regional variations, of course). Its hook is 'no jumping, no walking', as you...
News Digital Foundry Reiterates That, No, Breath Of The Wild 2 Is "Not Too Big For Switch"
No need to save the rupees for a successor yet
Those good ol' Switch 'Pro' rumours have been back in force since The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2's delay a few weeks ago. And with the new footage that dropped alongside news of the delay, so too did discussions around just how good it looked. In their weekly discussion, the team over at...
News Chained Echoes Lets You Pilot Mechs In A World Of Dragons, And It's Coming To Switch This Year
A chain to the past
The gorgeous pixel 16-bit RPG Chained Echoes finally has a release window! Developed by Matthias Linda and published by Deck13, who was responsible for bringing us the fantastic action RPG CrossCode, the game more than doubled its Kickstarter goal back in 2019, and one of the stretch goals included
Video Let's Dissect The New Splatoon 3 Trailer
Alex stirs the paint pot
After months of relative quiet, we finally found out when we would get to paint the town in Splatoon 3. On 9th September, the third entry in the ink-based shooter will be splatting onto the Switch. Before this, we'd only got a few glimpses of the Inklings and Octolings' upcoming sequel — only finding out in February about...
News New Trailer Highlights Nintendo Switch Sports As Part Of Fitness Regime
Along with try-hard online play
When the Wii was launched alongside its iconic bundled game Wii Sports (apart from in Japan, where it was sold separately), trailers showed games of all ages and types getting off their butts and swinging a remote around. The Switch was able to recapture that a little in this generation, with Ring Fit Adventure...
News Disney's Upcoming Free-To-Play Switch Racer Reveals A Second Jungle Book Racer
They wanna be like Baloo
Upcoming free-to-play racer Disney Speedstorm has revealed a brand new character today and, given its choice, it looks like Disney thought Baloo needed a friend. Mowgli — the young protagonist from the 1967 animated feature The Jungle Book — will join his big bear friend on the racetrack when the game hits Switch later...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Will Reveal Some Skin, Unsurprisingly
ESRB rating reveals all
Monolith Soft's JRPG series Xenoblade Chronicles is known for revealing a bit of skin from time to time, and it seems the third entry will be no different. According to a recent ESRB rating, which was discovered earlier this week, players will need to be prepared for an adventure containing blood and violence, swearing and...
Gallery Brand New Screenshots Of Sonic Origins, Out On Switch This June
Classic Sonic redefined
One of the many exciting announcements this week in the world of video games was the release date for Sonic Origins. It's arriving on 23rd June across multiple platforms including the Nintendo Switch. In case you missed the original post, this collection will be made up of Sonic the Hedgehog,
News File Sizes For Multiple Upcoming Switch Releases Seemingly Revealed
Xenoblade 3, Splatoon 3 and Nintendo Switch Sports
Nintendo has announced release dates for both Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and Splatoon 3 this week. And now, to add to this, the file sizes have also seemingly been revealed via its official website. We've got the size of Nintendo Switch Sports, too. So, what are we looking at for each game? Here
News Splatoon 3 Will Supposedly Be "One Version", Could Regional Issues Be A Thing Of The Past?
"It remains to be seen how regional Splatfests work"
It seems we've got some more new information about the upcoming Switch release, Splatoon 3. According to dataminers, there'll supposedly only be "one version" of the third team-based squid shooter made available worldwide. As explained by the well-known Nintendo dataminer OatmealDome, Splatoon...
News Here's Your First Look At The Switch Box Art For Splatoon 3
Launching this September
Nintendo yesterday confirmed the upcoming squid-shooter Splatoon 3 would be "inkoming" this September on the Switch. Alongside this, we also got a brand new trailer, showcasing an extended look at Turf War. That's not all, though. In addition to this, Nintendo has now also shared the official North American game box art...
News 'Sociable Soccer', Sensible Soccer's Spiritual Successor, Scores A November Switch Release
To coincide with the World Cup
Football is finally coming home! Tower Studios and Kiss Publishing will be releasing Sociable Soccer on Switch — and other consoles — in November of this year. That might seem like a pretty long wait for a game that first appeared playable on Switch way back in 2017, but it's the 2022 World Cup in Qatar in...
Video Let's Talk About Xenoblade Chronicles 3
It's Alex and Felix time
We can't stop talking about Xenoblade Chronicles 3 here at Nintendo Life. So we're going to keep doing it, because why wouldn't we when the game looks so good? Its brand new 29th July release has us scrambling to beat our copies of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition and Xenoblade Chronicles 2 before this date —...
News Two Point Campus Reveals Wizardry Course, Open For Admissions At Launch
Sign up to get started on 8th August
While we need to wait a little bit longer to enroll in Two Point Campus following its delay from May to August, Two Point Studio is ensuring that we're champing at the bit to get classes in session. Today, the studio has revealed a brand new class that you can get students signing up for and starting from day...
News Arise: A Simple Story Launches 28th April On Switch With Exclusive Features
The definitive edition
Bittersweet. Emotional. Memorable. Those are just three words that our sister site Push Square used to describe Arise: A Simple Story in their review of the PS4 release. And now, us Switch owners will get to experience the game for ourselves as Piccolo Studio and Untold Tales are bringing an updated version of this beautiful...
News Splatoon 3 Gets September Release And Extended New Footage
It's 'INKoming!'
Splatoon 3 is one of the year's big Switch releases, and now Nintendo has continued to flesh out the confirmed schedule with a release date - 9th September. It always seemed like a good 'Summer' candidate (though this is late in the Northern Hemisphere season), with its colourful look and cheerful action. The announcement came with...
News Capcom Confirms Next Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak 'News Reveal' For May
You can officially rule out a digital event for April, then
In mid-March we had a Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Digital Event, which confirmed a release date for the 'massive expansion' along with new footage and reveals. Capcom has been pretty consistent with these online streams, also using them in the past to showcase in-game events and DLC. If...
Random Have A Listen To Nintendo Switch Sports' Main Theme
Retains that Wii Sports vibe
Nintendo is cranking up its advertising for next week's Nintendo Switch Sports. Makes sense — this is their Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort successor, and a lot of people are rightfully excited. One of Wii Sports' most defining parts is its iconic title screen music. It's an absolute jam, and we challenge you not to...
News New Nintendo Switch Sports Commercial Stars Tennis Ace Lleyton Hewitt And Son Cruz
Game and set!
Nintendo has a bit of a history of employing some famous faces to help advertise its games, and with something like Nintendo Switch Sports, it's the perfect opportunity to partner up with some huge sporting names. And that's precisely what Nintendo has done in Australia. Lleyton Hewitt, Australian tennis player and former world number...
News Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series To Add New Features, Pre-Orders Now Open
Dreams of a physical release in North America, though
We hope you haven't forgotten that we're getting Klonoa: Door to Phantomile and Klonoa 2: Lunatea's Veil on Switch this summer! The Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series puts two beloved entries in the series together in one package, and even gives our fluffy dog/cat/rabbit dream traveller friend a bit...
News Save Your Family's VHS Store In Super-'90s Adventure 'The Big Con', Coming To Switch
Radical, dude
Furbies. AOL. Wearing caps backwards. VHS tapes. Cups with those teal and pink squiggles on them. These are the '90s staples upon which The Big Con is based, as a loving parody of the decade that introduced us to questionable fashion decisions and incredible music. You play as Ali, a high schooler who decides to help out her family's...
News 'Zero Tolerance Collection' Brings Classic Mega Drive Arena Shooters To Switch This Year
Update: Plus a special edition Mega Drive / Genesis cartridge
Update [Thu 21st Apr, 2022 19:30 BST] Strictly Limited Games has shared more details of their planned physical editions for the Zero Tolerance Collection, but with an extra surprise. First, we've got some more details about the rerelease from a fresh press release: First released in...
News Daemon X Machina Creators Announce Survival Game 'Deadcraft', Coming To Switch In May
There's a free demo, too
Marvelous and XSEED Games sure have given us a bit of a shock today! First Studios, the developers of the action-packed mech combat game Daemon X Machina is following its debut title up with a survival action game called Deadcraft. And it's coming to all platforms pretty soon, on 19th May. That's a heck of a switch-up from...
News Wylde Flowers Is A Cosy Gardening Game Where Your Grandma Wants You To Join Her Wizard Cult
Magic: The Gathering
Have you seen those whackadoo adverts for mobile games where the sedate match-3 mechanics are apparently just the coat of paint on a story about your man-murdering grandma? Well, it looks like Wylde Flowers took the idea of "cute game + grandma with dark secrets" and ran with it, as you can see from the trailer above. The first...
