@-wc- Labelling the buttons and letting us swap them to the relevant position would be of great use to Switch owners, while those on Xbox and PC can leave them as they are. Even if the shoulder inputs are still 'LT/RT' instead of 'ZL/ZR', the face inputs would at least be in the right position.
@Yoshi3 Yeah, you're spot on there. There's no fanfare with most mouse-compatible games; it's just another method of control, y'know? If we single out games that are built with mouse controls in mind, then yeah, there aren't many.
@cylemmulo I think stuff like this is indicative of just how few physical games actually sell in 2026. It's probably why the Mortal Kombat games won't budge either. Frequent discounts help them stay in the top 40.
Nintendo probably should have kept this under wraps; especially since we're so close to the movie's release. However, I do also think that we've been conditioned into placing way too much value on cameos. We have no idea how much screen time Fox McCloud will have or what his role will be – that's what excites me.
For those asking, yes, as stated by @Indielink, there is a short note on the original review to mention the patch.
And no, we're really not revisiting the review properly. Where do we draw the line? Games are patched and improved constantly, and we don't have the time nor resources to constantly revisit past reviews. We might make rare exceptions in certain cases.
This isn't wrong of us. What's wrong is how poorly the game performed at launch.
@The_Nintendo_Expat No, you misunderstand. The Anniversary Edition is the 'ultimate version'. So the Switch 2 and PC versions go hand-in-hand. I say "what might be" because you never know what Bethesda might come up with in the future.
It's a lose-lose situation. Ubisoft is undoubtedly too big and bloated, and it's frankly unsustainable. But of course, it's heartbreaking to see folks suffer as a result.
@N00BiSH It is on NSO. They've done this with a few other games though, I'm sure. Again, it's a good alternative for those who want to "own" the games.
@Kiz3000 Couple of potential explanations here. There isn't (to my knowledge) a physical edition available on Xbox. As for PS5, there's a Twin-Pack available containing both Remake and Rebirth. It's possible that all sales for this week have been solely for this version, which would be recorded separately.
I could be wrong, but I think it's entirely plausible that Switch 2 managed 100% of the split.
@Scarmucci What's wrong with clarifying that? You have to remember that not everyone who plays games is as knowledgeable as we are. It's called "Remake', not "Part 1".
@jfp That's... not even remotely the case here. The game is obviously in very early development, and teams often showcase cinematic trailers as a way to attract talent to the studio. This thing is way off, and we won't see any gameplay for a while.
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Re: Ditch The Dock With Brook's New Switch 2-Compatible HDMI Converter
@BaldB3lper78 Should be on Amazon UK too
Re: Review: Hautepad C-AT Arcade Controller For Switch 1 & 2 – Unparalleled Versatility
@-wc- Labelling the buttons and letting us swap them to the relevant position would be of great use to Switch owners, while those on Xbox and PC can leave them as they are. Even if the shoulder inputs are still 'LT/RT' instead of 'ZL/ZR', the face inputs would at least be in the right position.
Nothing wrong with options.
Re: "Are You High?" – Xbox Co-Creator Believes Whatever Nintendo Makes Next Is Far More Interesting Than Project Helix
@Yoshi3 Yeah, you're spot on there. There's no fanfare with most mouse-compatible games; it's just another method of control, y'know?
If we single out games that are built with mouse controls in mind, then yeah, there aren't many.
Re: "Are You High?" – Xbox Co-Creator Believes Whatever Nintendo Makes Next Is Far More Interesting Than Project Helix
@Yoshi3 You sure about that?
https://www.nintendolife.com/guides/nintendo-switch-2-all-mouse-mode-compatible-games
Re: Random: Borderlands 4 Physical Switch 2 Version Apparently Surfaces In The Wild
@Vyacheslav333 Don't be ridiculous.
Re: UK Charts: Pokémon Pokopia Is Starting To Prove Its Staying Power
@cylemmulo I think stuff like this is indicative of just how few physical games actually sell in 2026. It's probably why the Mortal Kombat games won't budge either. Frequent discounts help them stay in the top 40.
Re: Rumour: The Legend Of Zelda Movie May Have Found Its Composer
@Anchel Thank you for the extra context!
Re: "I Didn't Want To Let Anyone Down" - Mario Galaxy Movie Composer Wrote Much Of The Score In Hospital
@AhabSpampurse Thanks!
Re: Feature: Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
@gcunit The point about there being fewer than expected Galaxy easter eggs was neither positive or negative; merely an observation.
Re: Feature: Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
@gcunit Disappointingly down? Are we obligated to love it?
Re: Review: Disney Dreamlight Valley - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - A Lovely-Looking Upgrade, But Still Not There Yet
Mai's first NL review! And it won't be the last, I'm sure.
Re: PS5 Gets An Insane Price Increase – Will Nintendo Follow Suit?
@progx Sorry, I'm not sure what you're getting at.
Re: Talking Point: Should Nintendo Have Kept The Mario Galaxy Movie Fox Reveal Under Wraps?
Nintendo probably should have kept this under wraps; especially since we're so close to the movie's release. However, I do also think that we've been conditioned into placing way too much value on cameos. We have no idea how much screen time Fox McCloud will have or what his role will be – that's what excites me.
Re: Feature: "Virtua Fighter Really Needs To Run At A Steady 60fps" - Producer Seiji Aoki On Bringing An Iconic Series To Switch 2
@Solid_Python I did try 😅 fully understand that he won't want to discuss that yet though.
Re: System Shock 2.1 Update Brings Massive Improvements To Performance
For those asking, yes, as stated by @Indielink, there is a short note on the original review to mention the patch.
And no, we're really not revisiting the review properly. Where do we draw the line? Games are patched and improved constantly, and we don't have the time nor resources to constantly revisit past reviews. We might make rare exceptions in certain cases.
This isn't wrong of us. What's wrong is how poorly the game performed at launch.
Re: Resident Evil Requiem Reaches Another Impressive Sales Milestone
@sixrings Don't know yet – we'll probably find out at the start of May when Nintendo releases its next financial data.
Re: UK Charts: Pokémon Pokopia 'Undersupplied' At Retail And Falls Short
@AmplifyMJ It's not the Years 1-2 Fighters Edition, so the split wasn't included in the article.
PS5 - 72%
PS4 - 27%
Xbox - 1%
Re: Review: Resident Evil Requiem (Switch 2) - Action And Horror Combine In A Series Highlight
@RenanLK The lighting is very different, so it's hard to compare. I'd say character models in this are slightly better than Pragmata.
Re: Review: Resident Evil Requiem (Switch 2) - Action And Horror Combine In A Series Highlight
@matt_eff Well I'd say grab a glass, because there's going to be a flood.
Re: Fallout 4 Switch 2 Launch Trailer Gives Us A Better Glimpse At The Wasteland
@The_Nintendo_Expat No, you misunderstand. The Anniversary Edition is the 'ultimate version'. So the Switch 2 and PC versions go hand-in-hand.
I say "what might be" because you never know what Bethesda might come up with in the future.
Re: Mini Review: Resident Evil 7: Biohazard Gold Edition (Switch 2) - A Survival Horror Masterclass, Free From Cloud Prison
@antlion Mouse Mode no, Gyro yes.
Re: Mini Review: Resident Evil Village Gold Edition (Switch 2) - A Solid First-Person Follow Up
@IronMan30 Very good!
Re: Resident Evil Requiem Leakers Deserve "A Thousand Deaths", Says Hideki Kamiya
@Folkloner Or perhaps the idea of wishing death upon anyone is just poor form in general..? What a terrible thing to say.
Re: Ubisoft Staff Push Back Against Company Restructure With Three-Day Strike
It's a lose-lose situation. Ubisoft is undoubtedly too big and bloated, and it's frankly unsustainable. But of course, it's heartbreaking to see folks suffer as a result.
Re: TIME Magazine Reveals Special Edition Pokémon 30th Anniversary Covers
@JohnnyMind It's not Luigi..?!
Re: Hamster's 'Console Archives' Is The Closest We'll Get To Virtual Console In 2026
@N00BiSH It is on NSO. They've done this with a few other games though, I'm sure. Again, it's a good alternative for those who want to "own" the games.
Re: Labo VR Will Reportedly Be Compatible With Virtual Boy For Switch Online
@Insert_Username That would be me!
Re: Labo VR Will Reportedly Be Compatible With Virtual Boy For Switch Online
@Markatron84 My local has a recycling section
Re: Here's A Look At The Best-Selling Switch And Switch 2 Games So Far
@Olmectron Fiscal years are weird. FY2026 started from April 2025, and so FY2027 will start from April this year.
Re: Nintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch 2 Games
@Pillowpants That's awesome! I wish I could say the same 😅 I'm glad you're excited for it.
Re: Resident Evil Requiem Live-Action Short Takes Us Right Back To The Beginning
@Zeldinion Longlegs is great. They were a bit overzealous with the marketing, but it's a brilliant film.
Re: UK Retailer GAME Is Reportedly On The Verge Of Collapse Once Again
@Cotter1 Sorry, but can you elaborate? I know GAME has been largely operating within Sports Direct for a while. That's really not the story here.
Re: Switch Online's Virtual Boy Adding New Feature To Change Screen Colour "Later This Year"
Taking some inspo from Red Viper there.
Re: UK Charts: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Knocks Animal Crossing Down A Peg
@Kiz3000 Couple of potential explanations here. There isn't (to my knowledge) a physical edition available on Xbox. As for PS5, there's a Twin-Pack available containing both Remake and Rebirth. It's possible that all sales for this week have been solely for this version, which would be recorded separately.
I could be wrong, but I think it's entirely plausible that Switch 2 managed 100% of the split.
Re: A 'World Class' Pokémon Attraction Is Coming To Universal Studios
@NintendoWife Yeah, there's one planned for Bedford in the UK.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade On Switch 2
@Scarmucci What's wrong with clarifying that? You have to remember that not everyone who plays games is as knowledgeable as we are. It's called "Remake', not "Part 1".
And an 8/10 is still very good.
Re: Review: Gulikit TT Pro / TT Max Controllers For Switch 1 & 2 - The New Standard For Third-Party Pads
@RainbowGazelle No reason? Try again.
And I much preferred the Elves 2 Pro. I'd recommend that any day.
Re: Zombies Return In Resident Evil Requiem, But Now They're More Terrifying Than Ever
@NintendoByNature No, ink ribbons don't feature in 'Casual' or 'Standard (Modern)'. Only 'Standard (Classic)'.
Re: The Demo For Reanimal Is Now Available On Switch 2
@AlanShore Doesn't look like it just yet. I've added a quick note to the article.
Re: Nintendo's President Remains Coy On Potential Prices Increases
@Nep-Nep-Freak Yes, the price is pretty reasonable considering some of the competition.
Re: Disappointed In The Switch 2's Joy-Con Colours? Dbrand Has You Covered
@JohnnyMind I think you might have misunderstood – they're skins, not actual controllers
Re: GameSir And Hyperkin Reveal A Modular Pad With GameCube And N64 Layouts
@BellEvil You can switch it to that configuration too, it shows it in the trailer at about 0:28.
Re: Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Has Surpassed One Million Sales Worldwide
@Misima 1 million in just over 3 months is pretty good considering the total lifetime sales of the original is estimated at around 2.4 million.
Re: Random: Lego Fans Have Apparently Forgotten What Game Boy Cartridges Look Like
@Polley001 I've added an image from Lego's official instructions, and no, the mistake doesn't appear.
Re: Video: It's Time To Say Goodbye To The Lovely Felix-From-Nintendo-Life
Best of luck for the future Felix, and don't be a stranger! Much love ❤️
Re: Feature: Games Of The Year 2025 - Nintendo Life Staff Picks
@Johnny44 Different reviewers.
Re: Divinity: Original Sin 2 Gets Surprise Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, And It's Out Now
@cylemmulo If you search for the game on the eShop, you'll see separate entries for the Switch version, Switch 2 version, and Upgrade Pack.
Re: Multiple Switch Games Have Received Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes
@darkswabber I played it as recently as last week, and it would freeze at random points.
Re: Star Wars: Fate Of The Old Republic Announced, But Will It Skip Switch 2?
@DarkTron We're reporting on the trailer and its lack of confirmed platforms. Whether you feel hyped or not as a result is not on us.
Re: Star Wars: Fate Of The Old Republic Announced, But Will It Skip Switch 2?
@jfp That's... not even remotely the case here. The game is obviously in very early development, and teams often showcase cinematic trailers as a way to attract talent to the studio. This thing is way off, and we won't see any gameplay for a while.