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PSA Watch The First Super Mario Movie For Free, Before Galaxy Arrives (US)
Don't miss it!
Ahead of the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie in cinemas this April, Fandango's streaming service in the US is currently allowing local residents to watch the original Super Mario Bros. Movie for free! Yes, leading up to the new movie, the first one is now completely "free to watch". There's no subscription or membership...
News Pokémon's Super Bowl Commercial Was Probably Expensive, Unsurprisingly
The estimates for its minute-long ad are through the roof
Pokémon banks an insane amount every year, so it can afford to splash some cash from time to time. If you are wondering how much yesterday's Super Bowl LX commercial might have cost, according to reports, it's estimated to have required "at least $16 million" for just a single minute. As
News Pokémon Pokopia Switch 2 New Pre-Order Bonus Revealed (US)
Start a new life with Pokémon
Pokémon Pokopia is out on the Switch 2 next month, and another pre-order bonus has now been announced for the US. Trainers who pick up the Game Key-Card version or digital release from Best Buy will also receive a themed tote bag. This item, valued at $9.99, appears t
News Pokémon 30th Anniversary Nintendo Store Event Announced (US)
Pokémon Day is almost here!
Pokémon Day is taking place later this month, and ahead of this annual event, Nintendo has announced its US-based stores located in New York and San Francisco will be hosting special events. They're inviting trainers to celebrate the series' 30th anniversary, which will take place on 27th February 2026. Here's the full...
News Switch 2 Remains The Fastest-Selling Console In The US At 4.4 Million Units
35% more than the PS4
The Switch 2 ended 2025 with a total of 4.4 million units sold in the US, according to Circana's Mat Piscatella. This means that after its seventh month on the market, Nintendo's new system is still the fastest-selling home console in US history. Piscatella noted afterwards that the Game Boy Advance is the overall winner in...
News EB Games Is Closing Some Stores In Australia This Month
Alongside GameStop's exit from the New Zealand market
Last week, we got an update about GameStop's EB Games business in New Zealand, which confirmed 38 stores in the country would be closing at the end of this month. At the time, no information was provided about the future of the 336 Australian stores, but we've now got some details. As reported...
News The Studio Behind The Sonic Boom Games On 3DS Has Been Shut Down
BOOM!
There have already been multiple layoffs and closures in the opening weeks of 2026, and in case you missed it, Meta (formerly Facebook) last week announced the closure of three studios. Apart from Armature, one of these developers was Sanzaru Games, which was acquired by Meta in 2020 and had been working under Oculus Studios in its Reality...
News Nintendo's 'My Mario' Toy Line Adds Three Fisher-Price Playsets
The 'My Mario' line launches locally next month
Earlier this month, Nintendo announced it was bringing the 'My Mario' line to the West on 19th February 2026. This line is supported by a "range of partners", and now, ahead of the launch, Mattel's Fisher-Price brand has officially revealed three Mario-themed 'Little People' sets. Here's a look and...
News GameStop Kicks Off 2026 By Reportedly Shutting "Hundreds" Of Stores
Update: All EB Games stores in NZ to close this month
[Mon 12th Jan, 2026 10:45 GMT]: The coming of the new year is a good time to take stock and look at the 12 months ahead with a sense of optimism. According to a new report from Polygon, however, GameStop has instead decided to kick off 2026 by shutting hundreds of its stores in the US. News of...
News Nintendo Switch's Hulu App Will Be Discontinued Next Month
Nintendo confirms
If you've ever used the video streaming app Hulu on the Switch, just so you know - support for it is ending next month. In a notice on Nintendo's American support page, it's been confirmed the app will "no longer be available" on the eShop, and support officially ends on 5th February 2026. Discontinuation of Hulu App on Nintendo...
News Suika Game Planet Now Available On US eShop For Switch 1 & 2
Pineapple Express
We reviewed the original Suika Game back when it released on Switch in 2023, giving it a 7/10 and calling it a "ripe little puzzler", and one that you can nab for less than £3. A good thing in this economy, we can all agree. Now, fans of Suika's puzzling charms can dive into the game's equally colourful-looking sequel, Suika Game...
All the games we awarded a 9/10+
Just a reminder that this NA eShop sale wraps up on Sunday night, so if you've been waiting for whatever reason, there's still time to pick up some New Year treats with a nice chunky discount... For those of you in North America giving the gift of Switchmas (sorry...) this year, then the Nintendo eShop 'Hits For...
Metroid mania
Nintendo has been marketing and promoting the recent release Metroid Prime 4: Beyond in all sorts of ways, and in case you missed it, it released a few extra offerings recently. First up, in the US, the My Nintendo Store is offering a printable Metroid Prime 4: Beyond official box art cover based on the Switch 2 version of the game...
News Cyberpunk 2077's Massive Switch 2 eShop Discount Was An "Error"
But you can keep it anyway
Earlier this week, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition for the Switch 2 was spotted going for 75% off its regular price in the US, reducing it from $69.99 down to just $17.49. Fans were convinced it was an error, and now, sure enough, CD Project Red has confirmed the price displayed on the Switch 2 digital store "in the...
News Censored Dispatch Artwork Spotted On Nintendo's Digital Storefront
Cover up
When the Switch generation was in full swing, there were stories about games being censored in some way or form, and even blocked from being published on the eShop. With this in mind, it seems fans of the "superhero comedy" Dispatch have spotted a potential cover up on Nintendo's digital storefront in
News Switch 2's Mario Kart World Bundle Has Apparently Reached The End Of Its Lifecycle
"According to an internal GameStop memo"
If you've got your eyes on the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle, you might want to get it sooner rather than later, as it's not going to be around forever. Following a reminder from Nintendo earlier this month that it's still only available in "limited quantities", a GameStop memo has supposedly been issued...
News Switch Online Holiday Icons, Super Mario Ornament And 2026 Calendar Now Available (US)
Get them with your Platinum Points
To celebrate the holiday season this year, Nintendo has released special Super Mario icons you can redeem right now with My Nintendo Platinum Points. This is a "limited time" offer, and the first wave is available from now until 11th December 2025. As you can see, there are icons for Mario and the rest of the...
News Switch 2's Mario Kart World Bundle Gets A Surprise Sale (US)
Don't miss it!
If you haven't already got a Switch 2 and happen to be located in the US, the bundle deal including a download copy of Mario Kart World has gone on sale for Cyber Monday. This bundle deal is currently available at Amazon, Walmart, Target and Best Buy for $449 instead of the usual $499, so you're saving $50. This is the first time the...
News Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection Has Been Rated For Switch
More Mega Man action in 2026
Capcom lifted the lid on Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection in September, mentioning at the time how this new retro package would be arriving on the Switch at some point in 2026. In an update, this new collection featuring multiple titles from the DS generation has now been rated E10+ by the ESRB – with the rating...
News Metroid Prime 4's Official Rating Summary Spotted On ESRB Website
Samus' new mission arrives next week
A week out from the release of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on the Switch 2 and Switch, the Entertainment Software Rating Board has shared its official rating summary of the game. It once again highlights the title's 'T' for "Teen" rating, as the game features "animated blood and violence". Here's the official...
News Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Demo Now Available At Switch 2 Kiosks (US)
Samus returns this December
Nintendo has been promoting the Switch 2 in stores with kiosks, where you can go and play the latest and upcoming titles. We've already seen games such as Donkey Kong Bananza added to these store units, and now, in a very exciting update, it seems Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is playable at select...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Was The Best-Selling Nintendo Game In October (US)
And it's the best-selling physical game in the US this year
Last week, we heard how Pokémon Legends: Z-A had become the "best-selling" physical game in the US of the year. Now, in another update, Circana's video game industry analyst Mat Piscatella has shared official chart data for this same location, confirming the new entry in the long-running...
News My Nintendo Store Adds A New Kirby Air Riders Reward (North America)
Kirby Switch Online icons also released
To celebrate the arrival of Kirby Air Riders on the Switch 2 this week, the My Nintendo Store in the US and Canada has added a new reward. This time it's a Kirby Air Riders keychain. It will set you back 600 Platinum Points (shipping fees apply) and is available "while supplies last". Here's the official...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Is Now The "Best-Selling" Physical Game In The US This Year
And it's expected to be "one of the big drivers of the holiday quarter"
Pokémon Legends: Z-A launched for the Switch and Switch 2 last month, and now some new information has surfaced about the game's US release. During an interview with Kyle Bosman recently, Circana's video game industry analyst Mat Piscatella revealed the new entry in the series...
News Pokémon To Receive Prestigious Award At The 15th Annual New York Game Awards
"A new Legend has appeared!"
Pokémon has become an iconic staple of global pop culture, and as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations, the New York Videogame Critics Circle has announced the franchise will be the recipient of the Andrew Yoon Legend Award at the New York Game Awards in 2026. This award recognises industry icons and organisations...
News Nintendo's Black Friday Offers Include Deals On Switch 1 Games, amiibo, And More
Still after a MicroSD Express?
Nintendo is back with preparations for another year of Black Friday discounts, as it has today detailed a bunch of Switch 1 games, amiibo and a MicroSD Express card that will be going on sale over the course of November. It has also reminded us all that Switch 2 bundles exist, because of course. So, kicking things off...
PSA Switch 2 Launch Title Cyberpunk 2077 Gets A Big eShop Discount In New Sale (US)
Night City is calling
Alongside Nintendo's spooky event in the US, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition for the Switch 2 has also gone on sale. Instead of the regular price of $69.99 in this location, you can currently get a whopping 42% off - taking the price all the way down to just $39.99. This sale will run from now until 1st November 2025, so if...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Switch 2 And Switch Pre-Order Bonuses Revealed (US)
"While supplies last"
The latest Pokémon Presents broadcast earlier this week gave trainers all-new details about the upcoming Switch and Switch 2 release Pokémon Legends Z-A. This included the news about a new Switch 2 bundle and details about pre-order bonuses. Now, retailers in the US have shared some bonuses you can get if you decide to...
Arriving this December
When the Switch generation was in full swing, Square Enix released physical versions of Final Fantasy VII & Final Fantasy VIII Remastered Twin Pack and Final Fantasy IX in certain regions. In an update today, the company has confirmed these physical releases will be officially comi
News Switch 2 Reportedly Sold 2.4 Million Units In First Three Months On The Market (US)
It's already outpacing Switch and PS4
The Switch 2 got off to a flying start at launch, and we've now got a little more insight about the system's sales in the US. According to Circana's Mat Piscatella, Nintendo's new hybrid device sold 2.4 million units over its first three months on the market (from June to August), placing the system five...
PSA Pokémon Scarlet And Violet - Free Shiny Koraidon & Miraidon Codes Restocked (North America)
"You wanted more Shiny codes"
The recent Shiny Koraidon and Miraidon distribution for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet got quite a lot of attention when it kicked off in select locations earlier this week. Unfortunately, many trainers in the US weren't able to get their hands on a code in-store. Thankfully, there's now a second chance to claim one of...
ICYMI Switch 2 Available For Purchase At The My Nintendo Store (US)
Get yours today
If you're still considering a Switch 2 and happen to be located in the US, Nintendo has issued a reminder on social media that its new system is now available for purchase on the My Nintendo Store. According to the fine print, no invitation is required, but purchase limits apply. There are three different bundles currently...
Update: The Pokémon Company responds
A recent online post from the US Department of Homeland Security has prompted calls from angry fans for The Pokémon Company to initiate legal action against the US federal department. If you've somehow missed it, the post — entitled 'Gotta Catch 'Em All' — contains a video mixing the Pokémon anime's...
News Capcom Switch 2 Launch Title Gets Its First Big eShop Discount (US)
Capcom's Switch library is also on sale
If you've been hanging out for a Switch 2 eShop bargain, it seems the first major third-party one has arrived. Capcom is currently offering Street Fighter 6 (which was a launch title for Nintendo's new system in June) for half price in the US. This takes this title, which has now surpassed five million...
News Nintendo Of America Reportedly Cuts Loose Customer Service Contractors As It Looks To Outsource
"A lot of us are feeling betrayed"
A new report states that Nintendo of America is cutting loose around 200 long-time contractor jobs as it has decided to outsource its customer support services ahead of the Switch 2's first holiday season. This report comes from IGN's Rebekah Valentine, who spoke to numerous customer support staff and sources...
News New Kirby amiibo Will Apparently Be Nintendo's "Most Expensive amiibo Ever"
Suck it up
Apart from the cost of the new Super Mario Galaxy pack, one other talking point following the latest Direct is the pricing of the new Kirby Air Riders amiibo. As highlighted by Nintendo Everything, these new figures will reportedly be Nintendo's "most expensive amiibo ever". To reiterate, it means fans will apparently have to fork out...
News Metroid Prime 4 Rating Spotted On Nintendo's Website
Update: Another rating surfaces online
After a restart, delays and an incredibly long wait, it appears Retro Studios' anticipated release Metroid Prime 4: Beyond may have finally been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board. A rating has recently been spotted on Nintendo's website in the US, taking it from "Rating Pending" to a 'T' for...
Guide 66 Switch 1 & 2 Games You Should Check Out In The eShop 'Blockbuster Sale' (North America)
Every game we scored 9/10 or higher, plus a personal pick
Update: A reminder that this sale wraps up on 10th September at 11:59pm PT. Nintendo sent us an email saying, "20 games from your Wish List are on sale!"...which, even with juicy discounts, would stretch our purse strings past breaking point - but there's still time to pick off a game or two...
High On Life's upgrade now available in the Americas
There are many Nintendo fans around the globe currently making the move from the Switch to the Switch 2, and this process has been made slightly easier – with select games offering completely free upgrades. The latest title to offer this is the mature-rated first-person shooter High On Life...
News Donkey Kong Bananza Is Selling Like Bananas On Switch 2 (US)
It's already made the top 20 for 2025
Circana has released data for game and hardware sales for July 2025 in the US, and despite a competitive month, Donkey Kong Bananza has made a bit of a splash. Shared by Mat Piscatella on Bluesky, DK's latest adventure was the third best-selling game of the month, beaten only by EA Sports College Football 26...
News Pokémon Teases New 'PokémonXP' Event
Taking place in "downtown San Francisco"
One mystery reveal at this year's World Championships event for Pokémon was the announcement of PokémonXP. This news was revealed alongside the confirmation of an "epic arena experience" for Championship Sunday next year at the Chase Center, San Francisco between 28th - 30th August, 2026, with passes going...
Guide 2025 Pokémon World Championships - Full Schedule, Live Streams And Announcements
Update: Tune into Championship Sunday
We've had some exciting game events so far this year, and now it's time for the 2025 Pokémon World Championships. In case you've missed our coverage so far, this year the event is taking place in Anaheim, California in the US between 15th - 17th August, 2025. This year, there will be intense competition...
News Pokémon Scarlet & Violet 2025 Pokémon World Championships Distribution Live
Update: Here's the code for Farigiraf
If you happen to be heading to the 2025 Pokémon World Championships in Anaheim, California this weekend, you can receive a special Pokémon Scarlet and Violet distribution. When you enter the badge pickup zone at the venue, you'll receive a unique code for a Toedscool. It's apparently "based on the Toedscool...
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...
News Pokémon Scalpers Set Their Sights On World Championships Merch
Exclusive items are already being resold online
Scalpers are reportedly at it again, and this time they're targeting exclusive merch available at the 2025 Pokémon World Championships. As highlighted by Kotaku, there are already eBay listings popping up for the commemorative Pikachu plush, themed TCG playmats, card binders, the jukebox and various...
News New Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Physical Switch Release Spotted
Update: New listing pops up in Europe and it's a "code-in-box"
Since the arrival of Game-Key Cards on the Switch 2, there has been ongoing discussion about the future of third-party physical releases. Even during the Switch generation, certain hard copy releases didn't always live up to expectations, opting to include a download code instead of the...
News Nintendo Switch Console & Accessory Prices Are Going Up In The US
Switch 2 and NSO prices remain the same
Nintendo of America has announced that the price of the Nintendo Switch family of systems — so the OG, the Lite, and the OLED — will be increasing on 3rd August 2025. This is "based on market conditions" (thanks to Wario64 for reposting!). Price changes are coming to the Switch 1 consoles, some Switch 2...
News Nintendo's Official Camera "Attach Rate" With Switch 2 Revealed For US
How did the GameChat companion perform?
We've just heard how around "1 in 3" Switch 2 owners bought a new Pro Controller, but how did other accessories like the official camera perform? Game File has now been able to provide some additional information. Speaking to Circana's gaming analyst Mat Piscatella, it was noted how Nintendo's camera had a...
News Around 1 In 3 Switch 2 Owners Bought New Pro Controller Despite High Price Point (US)
Pro sales
We know the Switch 2 has sold incredibly well worldwide, with the console shifting 1.6 million units in June 2025 in the US alone. Now we have an idea of just how well the pricey, but excellent, new Pro Controller has done, too. Game File's Stephen Totilo has shared Circana's estimated Switch 2 Pro Controller sales, and it's around...
News Switch 2 In-Store Restocks Arrive Alongside Donkey Kong Bananza (US)
Don't miss out on DK's new "groundbreaking adventure"
If you're still on the hunt for a Switch 2 and happen to have a Best Buy nearby, you might have another chance to get your hands on Nintendo's new hybrid system this week. Best Buy has announced it's restocking Switch 2 units "in-store only" on July 17, alongside the release of Donkey Kong...
