Nintendo Confirms No Plans to Ditch Physical Media, VP Bill van Zyll Says
Nintendo's Latin America VP Bill van Zyll says the company has no plans to discontinue physical game releases, underscoring Nintendo's mixed digital-and-physical...
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Nintendo eShop Maintenance Schedule Week of October 11, 2026 — Prepaid Funds and Download Codes Downtime
Nintendo has published its maintenance schedule for the week of October 11, 2026 affecting eShop prepaid funds and download codes. See the full times and what...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Update: October 15, 2026 Release Schedule Includes Resident Evil Remakes
Nintendo updated the Japanese eShop release schedule for Switch and Switch 2 the week of October 15, 2026. Major digital and retail listings include Resident Evil...
Famitsu Review Scores: Week of October 11, 2026 — Ratatan, Ace Combat 8, Castlevania & More
A concise breakdown of Famitsu's review scores for the week of October 11, 2026, including a summarized verdict on Ratatan and context on Famitsu's four-editor scoring...
Resident Evil Requiem DLC Targeted for Late 2027, Insider Dusk Golem Claims
Insider reports from Dusk Golem suggest Capcom is aiming to release the Resident Evil Requiem DLC in late 2027. Read the latest summary, verified context about Capcom,...
Velan Studios Claims Role on Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2 as Studio Marks 10-Year Milestone
Velan Studios says it collaborated with Nintendo on a Star Fox project for the Nintendo Switch 2 while celebrating a 10-year milestone and opening a Toronto studio....
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Cross-Play Update Confirmed for 2027
Bandai Namco has announced a 2027 cross-play update for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, with a post-summer beta on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam; no Nintendo...
LEGO Secret of Monkey Island LEGO Ideas: Lucasfilm Games' Craig Derrick Endorses Fan Diorama
A fan-built LEGO Ideas diorama of The Secret of Monkey Island and Monkey Island 2 has earned public approval from Lucasfilm Games executive producer Craig Derrick....
Nintendo Switch 2 File Sizes Revealed on eShop — Modern Warfare 4, Resident Evil 4 and More
eShop listings across regions reveal downloadable file sizes for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch titles, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Resident...
Star Fox Battle Mode Update Adds Katina, Sector X and Venom to Nintendo Switch
Nintendo has released a free Star Fox battle mode update for Nintendo Switch that adds three new stages—Katina, Sector X and Venom—plus two new items and fresh profile...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Charts (Week of October 11, 2026) — Kingdom Hearts Collection Holds No.1
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of October 11, 2026 are in. Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3 retains the top spot following release, with Call of Duty:...
Pragmata: Capcom's New Sci‑Fi IP Steers Away from Horror, Producer Confirms
Capcom lead producer Masachika Kawata says Pragmata shifted away from a horror focus during early development to better define the new IP rather than overlap with...
F-Zero GX Cheat Codes Discovered: Unlock Gold Parts, AX Courses and Dark Schneider on GameCube
Newly uncovered F-Zero GX cheat codes unlock AX machines, AX courses, Dark Schneider and rare Gold Parts from the GameCube racer. Here’s the verified list of codes and...
Sonic Pico Park Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 — Silver and Blaze Join the Crew
Sega and Tecopark confirm Sonic Pico Park for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on November 12, 2026. New trailer reveals Silver, Blaze and a packed multiplayer roster for...
Silver Pines Launch Trailer: New Survival Horror Metroidvania Arrives on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
Silver Pines, a survival horror Metroidvania, has debuted with an official launch trailer and is now available on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo...
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO roadmap — Tower of Power, Spring 2027 DLC, and cross-play beta
Bandai Namco outlines post-anniversary roadmap for Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO, detailing a new Tower of Power mode, the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC arriving in...
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Nintendo Switch 2 Optimization: Square Enix Explains the Approach
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi details how experience from Rebirth's Switch 2 port is guiding Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's optimization for Nintendo Switch 2,...
Senxin Aleste Nintendo Switch Release: M2 Ports Arcade Shooter to Switch on March 18, 2027 (Japan)
M2 is bringing Senxin Aleste to Nintendo Switch on March 18, 2027 in Japan. The Switch version includes the arcade-accurate 'Origin' mode, a new arranged 'Blade' mode,...
Report: Starfield Switch Port May Be Canceled, Leaker NateTheHate Claims
Leaker NateTheHate says a Starfield port for Nintendo's rumored successor may have been canceled; Bethesda, Xbox and Nintendo have not commented.
SEGA Releases 'Memories and Beyond' Teaser — Sonic Animated Short Premieres November 12
SEGA has released a one-minute teaser for the Sonic the Hedgehog animated short Memories and Beyond, with the full short scheduled to premiere on November 12. Read for...
Cookie's Bustle 25th Anniversary: Viral Claims Reignite Interest in Cult Point-and-Click Adventure
A wave of social posts claims a secret 25th-anniversary gathering for the cult point-and-click Cookie's Bustle. Here’s what online sources and public records show...
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Launch Trailer Out — Nintendo Switch 2 Gets Expansion and New Content
Capcom releases the Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen launch trailer and confirms expansion features on Nintendo Switch 2, including new region Norgan, Lost Rites...
Fortnite x Sonic Teaser Hints Metal Sonic During Sega's Club Chaos — What We Know
Sega's Club Chaos livestream dropped a new Fortnite x Sonic teaser that appears to show Metal Sonic. Read verified details on the collaboration, platform availability...
Nintendo Switch eShop Charts — Week of October 10, 2026: Minecraft Reaches No.1 as Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Pre-loads
Weekly Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 10, 2026: Minecraft tops the all-games list, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse registers strong pre-load...
Reina Joins Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves — Tekken 8 Fighter Coming This December
SNK confirms Tekken 8's Reina will join Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Season Pass 3 this December. Details on platform availability, Season Pass lineup, and Switch 2...
Dragon's Dogma 2 Switch 2 Performance Comparison: 1080p Handheld, 1440p Docked and Frame Generation
A technical breakdown of Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen on Switch 2, comparing resolution, frame-rate and features against the PS5 build, with details from...
Switch 2 Third-Party Support: Nintendo Seeks 'Diversity' of Games, Nintendo of America Says
Nintendo of America president discusses third-party ambitions for the Switch 2, addressing support for high-profile titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and the platform's...
Metal Sonic Fortnite Skin Teased by SEGA — Epic Games Collaboration Continues
SEGA teased a Metal Sonic appearance in Fortnite during a 35th anniversary livestream, confirming ongoing collaboration with Epic Games. Read verified context on the...
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen on Nintendo Switch 2 — Capcom's Definitive Edition Arrives October 9, 2026
Capcom brings Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 9, 2026. Read about new regions, performance options, Pawns, and what's changed for Switch...
Will GTA VI Come to Nintendo Switch 2? Nintendo of America Responds
Nintendo of America president Devon Pritchard told Variety that whether Grand Theft Auto VI will appear on Nintendo Switch 2 is a decision for Rockstar Games and...
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Year Two Roadmap Reveals Duel Mode and Major DLC Lineup
SEGA outlines Year Two updates for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, including 1v1 Duel Mode, new gadgets, free character drops and a six-pack DLC schedule for Nintendo...
Zelda Switch 2 Best Buy Midnight Launch: Limited Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Stock for Oct 29, 2026
Best Buy confirms limited in-store stock of the Nintendo Switch 2 The Legend of Zelda – 40th Anniversary Edition for the Oct 29, 2026 midnight launch tied to Ocarina...
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Year Two DLC Roadmap Revealed — Godzilla, Evangelion, Sanrio, SEGALAND
SEGA has outlined the Year Two DLC schedule for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, confirming packs featuring Godzilla, Evangelion, Sanrio and SEGALAND, plus free Day One...
Marvel Cosmic Invasion DLC 'The Siege of Castle Doom' Release Date Confirmed — November 10, 2026
Dotemu's Marvel Cosmic Invasion receives major DLC 'The Siege of Castle Doom' on November 10, 2026, adding Doctor Doom and the Invisible Woman. Details on the new...
The Relic: First Guardian Launch Trailer Debuts on Nintendo Switch 2 — Project Cloud Games' Dark Fantasy Action RPG
Project Cloud Games and Perp Games released the launch trailer for The Relic: First Guardian on Nintendo Switch 2. Read an in-depth look at combat, world design, boss...
Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Nintendo Switch Rumor Tracker: What Fans Are Saying
A clear summary of the Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire rumors, the factual history of the games, and the verified signals fueling community speculation about a potential...
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Nintendo Switch 2 vs PS5 graphics comparison
Capcom shipped Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen and a new Nintendo Switch 2 vs PS5 graphics comparison highlights resolution, frame-rate options, and the expansion's new...
Reina DLC Revealed for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves — SNK Confirms December Release on Nintendo Switch 2
SNK has announced Reina as a new DLC character for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, with a December release and a trailer preview. The fighter launches on Nintendo...
Paramount Reportedly Developing Cyberpunk 2077 Film — CD Projekt Red Listed as Production Partner
Deadline reports Paramount is developing a Cyberpunk 2077 film set in the same universe. Learn what CD Projekt Red's involvement means, plus confirmed game history and...
Cities: Skylines – Expanded Edition Confirmed for Switch 2 on October 28, 2026
Paradox Interactive announces Cities: Skylines – Expanded Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, launching October 28, 2026. Details on price, upgrades, performance modes, map...
Will Grand Theft Auto VI Come to Nintendo Switch 2? Nintendo of America Defers to Rockstar and Take-Two
Nintendo of America declined to confirm Grand Theft Auto VI on the Nintendo Switch 2, saying platform decisions rest with Rockstar Games and publisher Take-Two. Read...
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Brazil Map Revealed at Brasil Game Show 2026
SEGA unveils the Brazil map for Crazy Taxi: World Tour at Brasil Game Show 2026. Original creator Kenji Kanno presented the new map, the fourth of five in the game's...
CD Projekt Red Promises Image-Clarity Patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2
CD Projekt Red says a post-release update will improve image clarity and bring the Nintendo Switch 2 version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered closer to parity...
GTA 6 on Switch 2: Nintendo Says No Announcement as Take-Two and Rockstar Decide
A Nintendo of America representative told Variety there is no announcement on Grand Theft Auto VI coming to Nintendo hardware; here's what that means for GTA 6,...
The Crew Motorfest Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Trailer: Ubisoft Brings Motorfest to Nintendo Hardware
Ubisoft has released a launch trailer for The Crew Motorfest on Nintendo Switch 2. Read an authoritative breakdown of the announcement, developer details, verified...
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Year Two Roadmap Reveals Tower of Power and New DLC for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
Bandai Namco published a year-two roadmap for Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero detailing Tower of Power, Team-Up events, Mission 100 SP, Survival Mode SP, and Switch/Switch...
It Takes Two Switch 2 Upgrade: 1080p/60fps, Free Update, and Cross-Play Arriving 15th October
Hazelight's award-winning co-op adventure It Takes Two receives a free Switch 2 upgrade on 15th October with 1080p/60fps, faster load times, GameShare, and cross-play...
Rain Station Z Nintendo Switch Review: Wobbly Tooth's Budget Survival Game on the eShop
An informed look at Rain Station Z for Nintendo Switch from developer Wobbly Tooth: gameplay systems, price and demo availability on the eShop, and how the game builds...
Dave The Diver Subnautica 2 DLC Announced — Free Crossover Expansion Landing Early 2027
MINTROCKET has announced the final free DLC for Dave The Diver: a Subnautica 2 crossover Content Pack arriving Early 2027. Read details on Proteus, new creatures,...
It Takes Two: EA Announces Free Upgrade Path for Nintendo Switch 2 Owners
EA confirms owners of It Takes Two on Nintendo Switch will receive a free upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 version; here’s how to claim it and what owners should know.
It Takes Two Nintendo Switch 2 Release: Hazelight Confirms Free Upgrade and Cross-Play Support
Hazelight and EA announced It Takes Two is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 with a free upgrade path for original Switch owners, cross-play across major platforms, and...
Little Prince Tyger: Team17 and Saltitude Games Reveal Retro-Infused Roguelike for PC in 2027
Team17 and French developer Saltitude Games revealed Little Prince Tyger, a retro-infused precision roguelike platformer inspired by William Blake. The PC-only title...
Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Nintendo Switch 2 vs Switch — Performance and Graphics Comparison
A technical breakdown of Epic Mickey: Rebrushed on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, covering framerate targets, load times, visual differences, developer...
Dave the Diver DLC Crossover with Subnautica 2 Announced for Early 2027
Mintrocket announces a free Dave the Diver crossover DLC with Subnautica 2, bringing the ocean moon Proteus, alien fauna, and new resources in Early 2027. Coverage...
Hello Kitty Island Adventure Free Trial on Nintendo Switch Online: Play Oct. 9–15 in North America
Nintendo has launched a limited-time Game Trial of Hello Kitty Island Adventure for Nintendo Switch Online members in North America from Oct. 9–15.
Anbernic RG DDS Dual-Screen Handheld Revealed — Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 Powers 3DS-Inspired Device
Anbernic unveils the RG DDS dual-screen handheld inspired by the Nintendo 3DS. Specs include Qualcomm Snapdragon G2 Gen 2, custom IPS displays, retractable stylus and...
Nintendo eShop 'Request Could Not Be Processed' Error Explained — Causes and Troubleshooting for Nintendo Switch
A clear guide to the Nintendo eShop 'request could not be processed' error on Nintendo Switch. Learn what the message means, common causes, and verified...
Final Fantasy VII Revelation: Final Voice Recording Sessions Mark End of Square Enix Remake Trilogy
Square Enix's Final Fantasy VII Revelation arrives April 8, 2027. New York Comic Con footage shows the cast's final recording sessions, closing the long-running remake...
Leisure Suit Larry Delisted from Steam and GOG: Assemble Entertainment Removes Wet Dreams Sequels
Assemble Entertainment has announced that Leisure Suit Larry: Wet Dreams Don't Dry (2018) and Wet Dreams Dry Twice (2020) will be delisted from Steam and GOG on...
Nintendo Switch 2 Tops U.S. Hardware Sales in August, Circana Reports
Circana data shows Nintendo Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware in the U.S. in August, with PlayStation 5 in second, while total console sales fell 15%...