Mouse: P.I. For Hire Surpasses 1 Million Players on Nintendo Switch 2 — Update Adds 40fps Mode and QoL Improvements
Mouse: P.I. For Hire has passed one million players across platforms since its April 2026 launch on Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo News, Games & Topics
Follow the latest Nintendo stories, browse Switch games, and explore related topics in one place.
Latest News
The newest Nintendo stories, ordered by publication date.
Pikmin Merchandise at Hot Topic: Hoodies, Crossbody Bags and Oatchi Coin Purse
Nintendo and Hot Topic launch an exclusive line of Pikmin merchandise — hoodies, tees, a potted-plant crossbody and Oatchi coin purse — timed with renewed interest...
Resident Evil 1 Remake: Insider Claims Pre‑Production Began Last Year — What We Know
Notable insider Dusk Golem claims a remake of the original Resident Evil entered pre-production last year. Read the verified context on Capcom's remake history,...
Digimon Story: Time Stranger Nintendo Switch 2 Review — Media.Vision's Creature-Collector Comes to Nintendo
A hands-on review of Digimon Story: Time Stranger on Nintendo Switch 2. Analysis of Media.Vision's systems, performance modes, combat depth, and how the Switch 2 port...
Moss: The Forgotten Relic Nintendo Switch 2 — Polyarc Brings VR-Originated Adventure to Switch 2
Moss: The Forgotten Relic bundles Polyarc's Moss and Moss: Book 2 for Nintendo Switch 2. Read our report on gameplay, story, and how the VR-origin experience...
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen DLC Length Revealed — Norgan Expansion Details
Capcom outlines the scope and playtime for Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen DLC. Producer Naoto Oyama and director Kento Kinoshita detail the new Norgan region, 12...
Wandersky Nintendo Switch Announcement: TinyPotionTree Confirms New Top-Down Metroidvania
TinyPotionTree has announced Wandersky for Nintendo Switch. Learn about the single-arrow mechanic, floating world of Hyndara, and what we know so far.
Nintendo Music Adds Mario Kart World Free Roam Tracks From Super Mario Maker, Mario Paint and New Super Mario Bros.
Nintendo updates the Nintendo Music app on Nintendo Switch with 13 new Mario Kart World Free Roam tracks reorchestrated from Super Mario Maker, Mario Paint, and the...
Ultra Pixel Survive 2 on Nintendo Switch: Ratalaika Games Releases Pixel-Art Action RPG July 17
Ratalaika Games launches Ultra Pixel Survive 2 on Nintendo Switch July 17. Read a concise breakdown of features, modes, and release details for this pixel-art action...
Capcom: RE Engine Proving a Strong Fit for Nintendo Switch 2 as Dragon's Dogma 2 Port Advances
Capcom tells Eurogamer its RE Engine is well suited to Nintendo Switch 2 hardware and the studio is optimising Dragon's Dogma 2 to target improved Performance Mode...
Nintendo Switch 2 OLED Report: ZDNet Korea Says Samsung Display Could Supply FHD Panels
ZDNNet Korea reports Nintendo is considering an OLED version of the Switch 2 with a Full HD (1920×1080) panel supplied by Samsung Display. Here’s what is known about...
Pikmin Merch at Hot Topic: Exclusive Pikmin Collection — Hoodies, Hats, and Bags
Hot Topic launches an exclusive Pikmin merch collection featuring dad caps, hoodies, crossbody bags, and more. Learn which items are available now and how the line...
Tricolore Crise fan translation controversy: AI-assisted patch from closedsockets stirs Dreamcast community
A newly released English patch for the Dreamcast RPG Tricolore Crise by closedsockets used AI-assisted tools, prompting debate among fan translators including Yuvi,...
Nintendo Switch 2 Bundle Deal: Amazon Selling Choose Your Game Bundle for $449.99 Ahead of September Price Increase
Amazon is offering the Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game Bundle for $449.99 — $50 below MSRP — ahead of a scheduled $50 price increase on September 1. Learn the...
D23 Kingdom Hearts Panel Announced: 'Deep Dive into Kingdom Hearts' to Mark 25th Anniversary
Disney has announced a 'Deep Dive into Kingdom Hearts' panel at D23, celebrating the franchise's 25th anniversary with creators and voice talent. Details, schedule,...
Dragon's Dogma 2 on Switch 2: Capcom Says Port Is Exceeding Expectations Ahead of October 9, 2026 Release
Capcom confirms Dragon's Dogma 2 Switch 2 port runs at a minimum 30 FPS and often higher, crediting the RE Engine and cross-team expertise. Details, context, and the...
D-topia Launches on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 — Annapurna and Marumittu Games Release Puzzle Adventure
D-topia, a reflective puzzle-adventure from Marumittu Games and Annapurna, launches today as a digital download on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 with a new...
DOOM on Neo Geo: Modern Vintage Gamer Reverses Position as Homebrew Ports Make Progress
Modern Vintage Gamer updates viewers after community projects show new techniques to bring DOOM to the sprite-based Neo Geo platform; looks at Frenkels, Sabino and...
Marvel Cosmic Invasion art book: Dark Horse's 'The Art of Marvel: Cosmic Invasion' arrives August 4, 2026 for Nintendo Switch fans
Dark Horse publishes The Art of Marvel: Cosmic Invasion — a 100+ page art book featuring Tribute Games' arcade-inspired brawler, available for pre-order with an August...
Nintendo Music: Mario Kart World Adds Mario Paint and New Super Mario Bros. Tracks
Nintendo has updated the Nintendo Music app's Mario Kart World Free Roam with tracks from Mario Paint, New Super Mario Bros. series, and Super Mario Maker.
Capcom Reportedly Planning Longer Resident Evil DLC to Bridge Gaps Between Mainline Releases
Insider claims Capcom is aiming for more substantial Resident Evil DLC—longer, story-driven expansions similar to Separate Ways and Shadows of Rose—to fill time...
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 — Capcom Explains Late Port Decision
Capcom confirmed Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen for Nintendo Switch 2 on October 9, 2026. Producer Naoto Oyama explains why the Switch 2 port was added later and how RE...
Afterplay Cloud Saves and Browser-Based Emulation: Patrick Corrigan’s Plan for Retro Gaming
Afterplay is a browser-based emulation platform launched in 2021 by Patrick Corrigan that delivers cloud saves, netplay, RetroAchievements and a growing storefront for...
Super Nintendo World Singapore Included in Greater Sentosa Master Plan — Targeted for 2030
The Greater Sentosa Master Plan references Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Singapore, indicating a potential completion target of 2030. Background on the...
Polymega Collection Vol. 19 — BATSUGUN Brings Four Toaplan Arcades to Polymega This August
Polymega has announced Polymega Collection Vol. 19 - BATSUGUN, a physical release of four Toaplan arcade shooters (Batsugun, Dogyuun, Vimana, Zero Wing) available to...
Agent 64: Spies Never Die Release Date Confirmed — PC Launch on August 11, 2026
Replicant D6's Agent 64: Spies Never Die, a retro spy FPS inspired by N64-era classics, will launch on PC via Steam on August 11, 2026. Read about campaign structure,...
Nintendo Switch 2 OLED Rumor: ZDNet Korea Claims 1080p OLED Panel and Samsung Support
Z DNet Korea reports that Nintendo is reportedly considering an OLED 1920×1080 panel for the next Switch hardware. Read verified context on the Switch line, OLED model...
Kingdom Hearts on Nintendo Platforms This October — D23 Confirms Switch 2 Support for Kingdom Hearts 4
Disney and Square Enix will bring the Kingdom Hearts series to Nintendo platforms this October, with Kingdom Hearts 4 confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 at D23. Details...
Switch 2 OLED Rumors: ZDNet Korea Says Nintendo Considering OLED Revision for Nintendo Switch 2
A new ZDNet Korea report says Nintendo is weighing an OLED revision for the Switch 2, with development possibly starting this year and mass production targeted for...
Bobo and the Chest of Nightmares Nintendo Switch Release Set for October 30, 2026
Polycast Labs' 90s-inspired collectathon Bobo and the Chest of Nightmares arrives on Nintendo Switch on October 30, 2026. Solo developer David Ho created this Tim...
GameStop Super Mario 40th Anniversary Pin Set: How to Claim the Exclusive Mario Pins In-Store
GameStop is handing out an exclusive Super Mario 40th Anniversary pin set with qualifying in-store purchases of Mario games. Here’s what we know and how to get it.
Mouse: P.I. For Hire Hits 1 Million Sales in Under Three Months — Switch 2 and Steam Split Evenly
Mouse: P.I. For Hire has surpassed one million copies sold across platforms less than three months after its April 16, 2026 global digital launch.
Nintendo Switch 2 OLED: ZDNET Korea Report Says Samsung May Supply OLED Panels
ZDNET Korea reports Samsung could supply OLED displays for a potential Nintendo Switch 2 OLED. Read the verified context, quoted translation, and key timelines.
Nintendo Switch 2 OLED Report: ZDNET Korea Claims FHD Rigid OLED Considered
ZDNET Korea reports Nintendo is reportedly weighing a Switch 2 OLED revision with FHD rigid OLED panels; company sources cite cost and timing questions.
Nintendo Maintenance Schedule: Nintendo Switch Online Downtime Planned for August 17–18, 2026
Nintendo released its maintenance schedule for the week of July 13, 2026, confirming a single maintenance window that will affect Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 online...
Square Enix to Present Kingdom Hearts Panel at D23 — Panel Scheduled for 15th August
Square Enix will host a Kingdom Hearts panel at Disney's D23 on 15th August. Read verified details on the schedule, franchise history, and what Square Enix has...
Kingdom Hearts 25th Anniversary Panel Confirmed for D23: Deep Dive Into Kingdom Hearts at Anaheim
Disney will host a Deep Dive Into Kingdom Hearts panel at D23 2026, celebrating 25 years of the series with Square Enix creatives, voice talent, and special stage...
Kingdom Hearts D23 Deep Dive Announced — Square Enix Confirms Series Heading to Nintendo Switch 2
D23 will host a Kingdom Hearts Deep Dive on August 15, 2026. Square Enix has confirmed the series is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, and the event promises insights from...
First 4 Figures Sonic Frontiers statue teased ahead of July 21, 2026 pre-orders
First 4 Figures has teased a high-end Sonic Frontiers statue featuring Sonic surrounded by the seven Chaos Emeralds. Pre-orders open July 21, 2026; dimensions, weight,...
Splatoon Raiders Splatfest Results: Team Power Wins Splatoon 3 Promotional Event
Team Power dominated a Splatoon Raiders-themed Splatfest in Splatoon 3 as Nintendo promotes the upcoming spinoff on Nintendo Switch 2. Final scores, vote breakdown,...
Outlaws + Handful of Missions Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade: Free Update for Current Owners
Atari and Night Dive Studios confirm a Nintendo Switch 2 release for Outlaws + Handful of Missions with a free upgrade path for existing Switch owners and enhanced...
Octopath Traveler Nintendo Switch 2 Editions Announced — Release Date, Pricing, and Save Data Details
Square Enix is releasing Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II as Nintendo Switch 2 editions on October 1, 2026. Read verified details on pricing, preorders,...
Super Yanoman Collection December 10 2026 Release on Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, and PC
Edia's Super Yanoman Collection brings three Japan-only Super Famicom titles — Song Master, Trinea, and Feda: The Emblem of Justice — to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation...
Need for Speed Future Uncertain as Criterion Confirms Focus on Battlefield
Criterion confirms its focus on Battlefield, casting uncertainty over the Need for Speed franchise. Read the latest verified facts on release history, platform...
Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 — eShop Listing Reveals July 30, 2026 Launch
Grindstone's roguelike horde-survivor Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 with new content including Helheim, a Fallen Hero, Endless Mode, and...
Octopath Traveler Switch 2 Release Confirmed — No Upgrade Path for Nintendo Switch Owners
Square Enix brings Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026 for the West; no upgrade or save transfer from Nintendo Switch.
Virtua Racing Emulator Brings Sega Arcade Classic to Xbox and PC — Wanszai Release Adds Online Play
Wanszai's newly released Virtua Racing emulators for Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Windows PC add widescreen, smoother frame rates and online multiplayer. Download from...
Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026
Square Enix and Acquire are bringing Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026, optimized with higher resolution and frame...
Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster Nintendo Switch 2 Release Confirmed for July 16, 2026
Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster is listed for Nintendo Switch 2 on the eShop with a July 16, 2026 release, promising up to 4K and 120 FPS, Joy‑Con 2 support,...
Games Done Quick Cancels SNK Sponsored Stream After Backlash Over Saudi Ownership
Games Done Quick cancelled an SNK-sponsored stream after community backlash tied to SNK's majority ownership by Saudi-linked investors. GDQ says it will refuse funds,...
Nintendo Switch Sports Bundle Southeast Asia Release: Official SRP and Digital-Only Copy Confirmed for August 6, 2026
Nintendo will release a Nintendo Switch + Nintendo Switch Sports bundle in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand on August 6, 2026. The bundle carries official SRPs and...
Mario Kart Tour Ending in September: Pure Nintendo Podcast Breaks Down Mobile Racer's Sunset
Pure Nintendo Podcast examines the announcement that Mario Kart Tour will end service in September, plus hands-on impressions of Prideful Sloth’s Go-Go Town, demos,...
Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II Coming to Switch 2: Square Enix Confirms Digital Editions
Square Enix announced digital Switch 2 editions of Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II during the series' eighth anniversary stream. Timeline, platform history,...
Splatoon 3 x Splatoon Raiders Splatfest: Team Power Wins with 365p on Nintendo Switch
Team Power triumphed in the Splatoon 3 x Splatoon Raiders collaboration Splatfest, finishing with a 365p score. Read the full recap, background on Splatoon 3, and...
Octopath Traveler on Nintendo Switch 2 eShop: Square Enix Confirms Both Games Arrive Today
Square Enix confirms Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II are now available on the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop. Read verified release context, platform history, and...
LEGO Donkey Kong Set Leak Surfaces Ahead of 45th Anniversary
A Reddit leak claims a new LEGO Donkey Kong set is planned, detailing piece count, price and design. We summarize the leak and place it in context with Nintendo and...
Octopath Traveler Nintendo Switch 2 Native Ports Announced — Square Enix Confirms Digital Launch
Square Enix announced native Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II as digital downloads during the series' eighth-anniversary...
Dementium: The Ward Physical Release for Nintendo Switch Arrives July 23, 2026
Boxed copies of Dementium: The Ward for Nintendo Switch land July 23, 2026. Atooi's 2023 Switch port gets a Europe-focused physical run with pre-orders open and...
UK Software Sales Week Ending July 11, 2026: Mouse: P.I. For Hire Debuts at No. 7
Weekly UK software sales chart for the week ending July 11, 2026, including Playside's Mouse: P.I. For Hire platform breakdown, Nintendo chart placements, and the full...
Persona 3 20th Anniversary: Atlus Releases Remixed Music Video Featuring DJ VaVa and Pixel Art
Atlus marks the Persona 3 20th anniversary with a new video of remixed music by DJ VaVa and pixel art from Motocross Saito. Coverage includes platform context for...