Stellar Blade Nintendo Switch 2 ESRB Rating: What the Mature Classification Reveals
Stellar Blade, the action-adventure RPG from Shift Up, has received an ESRB Mature (M) rating listing Nintendo Switch 2. Here’s a clear breakdown of the rating,...
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Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta on Nintendo Switch 2 Confirmed — Open Weekend Starts August 28
Activision confirms Modern Warfare 4 open beta for Nintendo Switch 2 starting August 28, with pre-orders beginning August 26 and no pre-order required to participate.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 — Dates, Features, and What to Expect
Activision confirms an open beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Nintendo Switch 2 running Aug. 28–Sept.
Rhythm Heaven Groove on Nintendo Switch: 80 Minigames, Beatspell, and Local Multiplayer
A detailed look at Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch — release date, minigame structure, Beatspell mode, multiplayer, and handheld recommendations. Developer:...
UK Physical Charts: Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Holds Top Spot as Nintendo Switch Titles Shine
Weekly UK physical sales chart roundup: Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced remains at #1, EA Sports FC 26 and 007 First Light occupy the rest of the podium, while...
Analogue Pocket SNES Core Save States Arrive in Experimental openFPGA Build
The openFPGA SNES core for the Analogue Pocket has gained experimental save-state support. Learn how this update follows MiSTer's 2024 save-state additions and what it...
K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut Launches on Nintendo Switch — Launch Trailer and Features Explained
K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut is now available digitally on Nintendo Switch. Read an overview of the launch trailer, gameplay systems, original soundtrack, and...
MiSTer FPGA Optical Drive Support Expands to PS1, Mega CD and TG-16 CD Playback
Developer Anime0t4ku adds external USB optical drive support to MiSTer FPGA/MiSTer Pi, enabling PlayStation, Mega CD and TurboGrafx-16 CD playback via FPGA cores.
Final Fantasy X 25th Anniversary Video Arrives Ahead of Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster on Nintendo Switch 2
Square Enix has released a 25th anniversary video for Final Fantasy X as the company prepares to launch Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster on the Nintendo Switch 2....
UK Software Sales Chart Week Ending July 18, 2026: Assassin's Creed Leads as Nintendo Titles Dominate
Weekly breakdown of the UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026. Coverage of top placements, publisher performance, and notable chart entrants for...
Nintendo Switch 2 Userland Exploit: What Modders Found and Why Piracy Isn’t a Threat Right Now
A breakdown of recent reports from the Nintendo Switch 2 modding scene about a userland exploit tied to save transfers, contextualized against the original Switch's...
Gennady Coming to Nintendo Switch in Q4 2026: Feed 64 and Sobaka Studio Announce Monochrome Roguelike
Gennady, a monochrome roguelike platformer from developer Feed 64 and publisher Sobaka Studio, is coming to Nintendo Switch in Q4 2026. Read verified details on...
Octopath Traveler Switch 2 Editions: Pure Nintendo Podcast Questions Upgrade Path and Save Compatibility
Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts Jemma and Trev examine reports about Octopath Traveler Switch 2 editions, discuss compatibility and upgrade-path concerns, and cover the...
Mischief Makers PC Port Controversy: AI-Assisted Recomp Draws Retro Community Backlash
A native PC recomp of Treasure's N64 classic Mischief Makers has stirred debate after contributors credited AI tools. Early reports highlight performance problems and...
Sega Universe Playground to Spotlight Sakura Wars Creator Oji Hiroi at Tokyo Event on August 8, 2026
Sega's free Sega Universe Playground event in Shibuya will feature two live talks with Sakura Wars creator Oji Hiroi, a Guardian Heroes screening, themed food and...
Neosphere of The Deep-blue Sky Nintendo Switch Remaster Confirmed for Spring 2027
A remastered version of Neosphere of The Deep-blue Sky is headed to Nintendo Switch in spring 2027. Learn what the announcement and translated description via Gematsu...
Neosphere of The Deep-blue Sky Remaster Confirmed for Nintendo Switch — Spring 2027 Release
Neosphere of The Deep-blue Sky remaster announced for Nintendo Switch with a spring 2027 release window. Read a developer-translated synopsis, platform history, and...
DreamSTer Brings Sega Dreamcast to MiSTer DE10-Nano with New Core from skmp and bdriffield
DreamSTer, a new experimental core from developers skmp and bdriffield, demonstrates Dreamcast software running on the MiSTer DE10-Nano FPGA. Read how it works and how...
Star Fox Super FX 3 Upgrade: Sunlit Boosts SNES Classic Performance, Hits 20fps More Often
Sunlit's Super FX 3 upgrade for the original 1993 SNES Star Fox leverages Randy Linden's FX3 and MesenCE support to deliver 4–8x performance gains, rumble, and...
Final Fantasy X 25th Anniversary: Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Square Enix marks the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy X and confirms Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster is coming to Nintendo Switch 2. Background on the original...
Razer Pikachu & Eevee Collection: New Pastel Pink Headset, Keyboard, Mouse and Mouse Mat Announced
Razer has announced the Razer | Pikachu & Eevee Collection, a pastel-pink lineup of gaming accessories featuring a headset, keyboard, mouse and mouse mat inspired...
Famitsu Review Scores (July 20, 2026): Granblue Fantasy Relink Tops Weekly Roundup
A breakdown of Famitsu's weekly review scores for the week of July 20, 2026, including Granblue Fantasy: Relink and other notable entries, plus context on Famitsu's...
Nintendo Switch eShop Sales: Latest North American Discounts on Venba, Fantasy Life i, Worms Armageddon and More
Comprehensive roundup of the newest North American Nintendo Switch eShop sales, featuring discounts on Venba, Fantasy Life i, Worms Armageddon, Among Us and dozens of...
Teeto Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch — New Trailer Highlights Absorb-and-Transform Co-op
Teeto, a 3D adventure platformer, has launched on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch with a new trailer. Read about gameplay, split-screen co-op, and Nintendo eShop...
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam: Level-5's Hino on AI Themes, Record Puzzle Count, and Worldwide Release
Level-5 president Akihiro Hino discusses Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, promising the series' largest puzzle count, a thought-provoking ending in an AI...
Nintendo Switch Online Maintenance Schedule: August 17–18, 2026 Downtime for Switch and 'Switch 2'
Nintendo published a maintenance schedule for Nintendo Switch Online services that lists downtime windows on August 17–18, 2026 affecting Nintendo Switch and a device...
Tales of Eternia Remastered on Nintendo Switch: Complete List of QoL and Gameplay Changes for October Release
Bandai Namco has detailed a long list of quality-of-life changes, accessibility options, and gameplay adjustments for Tales of Eternia Remastered on Nintendo Switch...
Nintendo Switch eShop Lineup (Week of July 23, 2026): Splatoon Raiders and Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Lead Japan Schedule
Nintendo updates the Japanese eShop release schedule for the week of July 23, 2026. Splatoon Raiders and Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster top a diverse Nintendo Switch...
LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade Set Revealed in Removed Argos Listing — August 1, 2026 Launch, 1,367 Pieces
Argos UK briefly listed a LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set (model 72051) with full images, an August 1, 2026 release date and a £149.99 price. Here are the verified details...
Dino Crisis Development Report: Leaker Claims Capcom Began Full Development in 2022
A report from leaker Team Biohazard claims Dino Crisis entered full development at Capcom in 2022. Here’s the verified context on the franchise, Capcom’s recent...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop File Sizes: Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster, Splatoon Raiders, Unbeatable Listed
A roundup of verified file sizes pulled from Nintendo eShop listings for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, including Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster, Splatoon...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Charts: Splatoon Raiders Tops Week of July 19, 2026
Weekly Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for July 19, 2026 — Splatoon Raiders leads after pre-loads, new releases Denshattack and Go-Go Town debut in the top 15.
Pokémon Pokopia: Zorua’s Hide-and-Sneak Contest Runs July 19–27, 2026
The Pokémon Company has launched Zorua's Hide-and-Sneak Contest in Pokémon Pokopia, running globally from July 19 to July 27, 2026. Learn event times and rewards.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Review: Is the $90 Pro Controller Worth It?
A hands-on review of the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. Features, battery life, pricing, and alternatives like 8BitDo Ultimate 2 for Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch...
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe vs. Mario Kart World: Community Debate on Price, Updates, and Platform Preference
A roundup of community reactions comparing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and the purported Mario Kart World discussion, with context on Mario Kart 8's history, Switch support,...
Japanese Patent Rejection Deepens Nintendo vs Palworld Legal Battle Over Touchscreen Mechanics
A Japanese patent examiner has rejected a Nintendo patent related to touchscreen monster-catching mechanics in the company's ongoing legal dispute with Pocketpair's...
Final Fantasy IV Originally Planned for NES: Tokita and Kitase Explain 1989 Shift to SNES
Square (now Square Enix) developers Takashi Tokita and Yoshinori Kitase confirm Final Fantasy IV began in 1989 as an NES project before moving to the Super Nintendo....
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam: Level-5 on Story, AI Themes, and Record Number of Puzzles
Level-5 president Akihiro Hino details narrative themes and puzzle design for Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, confirmed for Nintendo Switch and the next...
Final Fantasy X 25th Anniversary: Yoshinori Kitase Reflects on PS2 Launch and Team Challenges
Yoshinori Kitase discusses assembling the Final Fantasy X team while Tetsuya Nomura and staff worked on Kingdom Hearts. A look back at the PS2 launch, Square Enix...
Mario Kart Tour Legacy: What the Mobile Racer Leaves Behind on iOS and Android
A look at Mario Kart Tour's impact on the franchise — release details, mobile monetization, and how content from the iOS/Android title found its way into Mario Kart 8...
Lou’s Lagoon Switch 2 Release Confirmed: Tiny Roar’s Seaplane Delivery Game Heads to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
Lou’s Lagoon from Tiny Roar and Megabit Publishing is coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, arriving digitally on the Nintendo eShop in Summer 2025. Read...
Max Speed Nintendo Switch Release Date: Smokoko’s Arcade Racer Launches August 6, 2026
Max Speed, the 3D arcade racer from Smokoko, arrives on Nintendo Switch on August 6, 2026. Learn about features, modes, price, and local split-screen support.
Talespinner Nintendo Switch Release Date Confirmed: Deck-Building Roguelike Arrives 6 August 2026
Kwalee and Flash Cat Games have set an official Nintendo Switch release date for Talespinner, a deck-building roguelike steeped in Japanese mythology. Read the full...
Star Trek: Voyager – Across The Unknown Expansion Pass Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2
Daedalic Entertainment and gameXcite announce an Expansion Pass for Star Trek: Voyager – Across The Unknown on Nintendo Switch 2, detailing Delta Chronicles, Equinox,...
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Tops Nintendo Switch eShop Charts — Week of July 18, 2026
Weekly analysis of the Nintendo Switch eShop charts for July 18, 2026. Coverage includes Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream reclaiming No.1, top download-only titles,...
Go-Go Town Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch — Launch Trailer, Demo, and Roadmap
Prideful Shop has released Go-Go Town for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch with a launch trailer, Steam demo, and a post-launch roadmap that includes Cooperative...
Dragon Quest XI S Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in September — File Size, Price, and Save Data Details
Square Enix confirms Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 this September. Read details on eShop file size, price, performance and...
Stardew Valley x Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair — 'Superdrop of the Moonlight Jellies' Arrives July 27, 2026
Stardew Valley teams up with Magic: The Gathering for a limited Secret Lair drop. Details on the Superdrop of the Moonlight Jellies, card offerings, bundles, and...
Pro Jank Footy release date confirmed for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
Pro Jank Footy from Powerbomb Games, Umbrella Gaming and Tinker Town launches digitally on Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on 12 August 2026....
The Mermaid Mask Nintendo Switch launch: SFB Games releases Tangle Tower follow-up for Switch and Switch 2
SFB Games has released The Mermaid Mask, a detective mystery follow-up to Tangle Tower, now available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Read about the launch...
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch — 15 October 2026
Konami confirms Castlevania: Belmont's Curse for Nintendo Switch, launching worldwide on 15 October 2026. Developed with Evil Empire and Motion Twin, the 2D...
Hallmark Nintendo Ornaments 2026: Tears of the Kingdom Link, Mario, and Pokémon Arrive July 20
Hallmark's 2026 Nintendo ornament collection, featuring The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Link, Fire Mario, Mario Kart Lakitu, Captain Pikachu, and Espeon...
Marvelous Nintendo eShop Sale July 2026: Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion and Ys Memoire Discounts on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
Marvelous has launched a July 2026 Nintendo eShop sale with deep discounts on Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta, and a wide range of...
Final Fantasy Resonance Release Date, Worlds, and Visions: Square Enix Details for Nintendo Switch and Multiplatform Launch
Square Enix reveals new trailer and press-release details for Final Fantasy Resonance, outlining its HD-2D visuals, playable worlds Dilmagia and Olderion, new...
Fallout 5 Preproduction Confirmed as Bethesda Announces Multiple Fallout Projects and Obsidian Partnership
Bethesda Game Studios confirms Fallout 5 is in preproduction, announces remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, a new Fallout 76 expansion, and renewed...
Street Fighter 6 fragrance launch: CODE Meee and Capcom release character room scents
Capcom and Japanese fragrance company CODE Meee have launched Gaming Fragrance, releasing three Street Fighter 6 character room scents for Ingrid, Juri, and Ed....
Disgaea Mayhem Switch 2 Review: Nippon Ichi Software's Action RPG Shifts from Tactical Roots
A detailed review of Disgaea Mayhem for Switch 2 from developer Nippon Ichi Software and publisher NIS America. Coverage includes release details, core systems like...
Splatoon Raiders File Size Confirmed: 13.1GB on Nintendo eShop Ahead of Launch
Nintendo eShop listing confirms Splatoon Raiders requires 13.1GB of storage. Read our report on the upcoming Splatoon entry, developer context, and platform notes for...
Razer Pikachu & Eevee Collection: New Pokémon PC Peripherals Released July 2026
Razer's Pikachu & Eevee Collection debuts July 2026 with themed Kraken V4 X headset, Ornata V3 Tenkeyless keyboard, Cobra mouse and Gigantus V2 mouse pad....
The Duskbloods Network Test: Signups, Gameplay Details, and Nintendo Switch Online Requirements
Official details on The Duskbloods Network Test: how to sign up, what the developer says about eight-player Bloodsworn battles, and Nintendo Switch Online requirements.