DRAGON QUEST XI S Nintendo Switch 2 Performance and Quality Modes Confirmed
Square Enix confirms performance and quality rendering modes for DRAGON QUEST XI S Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, including resolutions, frame rates, and...
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Nintendo Switch Online and Nintendo Museum: Furukawa on Preserving Nintendo's Legacy
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa details how Nintendo Museum and Nintendo Switch Online fit into Nintendo's strategy to preserve and present its gaming heritage.
Player Reactions to Star Fox Remake on Nintendo Switch — Community Impressions and What Gamers Are Playing in July
A roundup of player reactions to the new Star Fox remake on Nintendo platforms, rewritten community quotes, and what else the gaming community is playing this July,...
Nintendo Topped Famitsu 40th Anniversary Reader Survey — Company Issues Thank-You Message
Nintendo was voted the No.1 game developer in Famitsu's 40th anniversary reader survey; the company issued a translated thank-you message referencing the Famicom and...
Dragon Quest 11 S on Nintendo Switch 2: Frame Rates, Resolution Modes, Save Transfer and September 24, 2026 Launch
Square Enix details Dragon Quest 11 S for Nintendo Switch 2: two optimisation modes (60 FPS/1080p and 30 FPS/1440p), no save transfer or upgrade path, launches...
PlayStation PUGA: Unreleased PlayStation-in-Controller Prototype Revealed by Former Sony Developer
A previously unseen PlayStation-in-a-controller prototype called the PlayStation PUGA has been revealed by former Sony and DMA Design developer Brian 'Biscuit' Watson....
Commodore Callback 8020 Sales Surge: Commodore Calls It 'Biggest Moment in Modern History'
Commodore says its Callback 8020 dumbphone matched the first month's sales of the Commodore 64 Ultimate in three days and has become the company's most successful...
Pokémon Trading Card Game resale: Nintendo and The Pokémon Company outline measures to curb bulk buying
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa confirms The Pokémon Company is taking concrete steps — including made-to-order sales and account verification with Japan's My...
Nintendo Museum Kyoto Surpasses 800,000 Visitors Since October 2024 Opening
Nintendo Museum Kyoto has welcomed over 800,000 visitors since opening to the public in October 2024, offering playable retro consoles, oversized controllers and a cafe.
Lily Fantasia Nintendo Switch Release Date Set for July 29, 2026
Justdan International and Wiseye Studio confirm Lily Fantasia for Nintendo Switch with a July 29, 2026 release. Rhythm-driven combat, original soundtrack, eShop price...
Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond — Sega Teases 35th Anniversary Short-Form Animation
Sega teases Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond for the franchise's 35th anniversary. Read what the July 3, 2026 teaser reveals and how it connects to Sonic on...
Rhythm Heaven Groove Debuts at No.1 on Nintendo Switch eShop Charts (Week of July 4, 2026)
Rhythm Heaven Groove launches to the top of the Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of July 4, 2026, displacing Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Full All Games...
Mega Man 40th Anniversary: Capcom Confirms Mega Man: Dual Override for 2027 and IP Growth Plans
Capcom has confirmed Mega Man: Dual Override for 2027 and outlined plans to grow the Mega Man IP through merchandise and cross-promotions. Read the latest verified...
Momento Nintendo Switch Launch Trailer: Cozy Room-Decorator Now on Nintendo eShop
Momento from Silver Lining Interactive, Fat Alien Cat, and Nomo Studio is now available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo eShop. Read about the...
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: Release Dates, New Content, and Quality‑of‑Life Changes Fans Want
A detailed look at Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition from Monolith Soft: confirmed release dates, announced additions, and practical quality-of-life...
Hyperwired Nintendo Switch Launch: New 2D Roguelike Shooter Now Available
Hyperwired, a 2D pixel-art roguelike space shooter issued by Entalto Publishing, SelectaPlay, and SidralGames, is now available as a digital download on Nintendo...
Sonic 35th Anniversary Animation: SEGA Releases 'Memories And Beyond' Teaser
SEGA has released a teaser for a short animation titled 'Memories And Beyond' commemorating Sonic The Hedgehog's 35th anniversary. Read details on the teaser,...
Steins;Gate Octet of Shifting Space Confirmed for Western Release as Early Bonus with Steins;Gate Re:Boot
Spike Chunsoft will include Steins;Gate Octet of Shifting Space as an early purchase bonus for the physical release of Steins;Gate Re:Boot on October 29, 2026. The...
Tower Dominion release date Nintendo Switch: Roguelike tower defense arrives July 10, 2026
Tower Dominion from Parallel 45 Games and Forever Entertainment launches digitally on Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch on July 10, 2026. Read the features, modes,...
Square Enix Nintendo eShop Sale: Major Switch and Switch 2 Discounts (July 2026)
Square Enix has launched a major Nintendo eShop sale for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, with new low prices on Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, Octopath Traveler and more....
CULTIC Release Date Confirmed: Atari and Jasozz Games Bring Retro Shooter to Nintendo Switch 2
Atari and Jasozz Games confirm CULTIC: Complete Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 arriving digitally on the Nintendo eShop on 23 July 2026. Details on chapters, maps,...
STEINS;GATE Octet of Shifting Space Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch
Spike Chunsoft announces STEINS;GATE Octet of Shifting Space for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, reviving 1980s text-parser adventure mechanics and retro PC...
STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch
Spike Chunsoft announces STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT Digital Deluxe Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, arriving worldwide on 29 October 2026 with a digital...
Danganronpa 2×2 Delayed to Early 2027 — Spike Chunsoft Confirms Switch and Switch 2 Release
Spike Chunsoft confirms Danganronpa 2×2 has been delayed to early 2027 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, with both a revamped original scenario and a...
Danganronpa 2×2 Delayed to Early 2027 — Spike Chunsoft Confirms at Anime Expo 2026
Spike Chunsoft announced at Anime Expo 2026 that narrative mystery title Danganronpa 2×2 has been delayed from its 2026 window to early 2027. Producer Shohei...
Bounty Sisters Nintendo Switch Release: Aksys Confirms Western Fall Launch and Physical Edition
Aksys Games will publish Bounty Sisters on Nintendo Switch in the west this Fall, bringing the stylized vertical shoot 'em up — previously released in Japan — to...
Olympia Soiree Catharsis Nintendo Switch Release Confirmed — English Launch Set for 2027
Aksys Games and Idea Factory have announced a worldwide Nintendo Switch release for Olympia Soiree Catharsis, with an English-language launch scheduled for 2027. The...
Illusion of Itehari: Trail Confirmed for Nintendo Switch Worldwide Release in 2027
Aksys Games, Broccoli, and Lictobits announce a 2027 worldwide Nintendo Switch launch for otome visual novel Illusion of Itehari: Trail, following its July 2025...
Splatoon Raiders Direct Coverage: Infendo Radio Episode 815 on Nintendo Switch 2 Rumors and Elephant Mario Statue
Infendo Radio Episode 815 breaks down a Splatoon Raiders Direct, discusses Switch 2 hardware rumors and EU regulation chatter, and covers a First 4 Figures Elephant...
Callback 8020 Backpack Holster Sparks Backlash for Commodore International
Commodore International faces criticism over a $24 Callback 8020 Backpack Holster accessory as the company continues to sell the FPGA-based C64 Ultimate and pre-orders...
Nintendo eShop Update: New Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Releases This Week
An authoritative roundup of the latest Nintendo eShop update for North America, listing new releases and sales for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, compiled and...
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Bethesda Softworks confirms The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on 11 August 2026. Details on visuals, performance, controls,...
Suigi Breaks Super Mario 64 16-Star World Record with 14:32 Run on Speedrun.com
Speedrunner Suigi reclaimed the Super Mario 64 16-star world record with a 14:32 run on July 3, 2026, shaving three seconds off the previous mark. Coverage of the run,...
Cyberpunk 2077 Sales Surpass 40 Million as CD Projekt Red Credits Post‑Launch Recovery
CD Projekt Red reports Cyberpunk 2077 has sold more than 40 million copies. Read how the developer rebuilt the game's reputation after its 2020 launch and what the...
Splatoon Raiders Demo Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 Kiosks at Best Buy, Walmart, Target and GameStop
Nintendo has deployed an in-store demo for Splatoon Raiders on Nintendo Switch 2 kiosks across major US and Canada retailers ahead of the game's July launch, offering...
Limited Run Games Console Plans: Josh Fairhurst on Physical Media and the Future of Game Ownership
Limited Run co-founder Josh Fairhurst discusses plans to build a physically focused console, the state of physical media, and how boutique publishers and platforms...
Sandy Petersen Errors in DOOM Dial‑Up Anecdote Prompt John Romero Corrections
id Software co‑founder John Romero has publicly corrected Sandy Petersen's recent history of DOOM anecdotes, clarifying events around DWANGO, a SNES Wolfenstein 3D...
Rise of the Tomb Raider Switch 2 Port: Aspyr Prioritized Stable 30FPS Over Unreliable 60FPS
Aspyr’s Switch 2 port of Rise of the Tomb Raider earned strong reviews after the studio chose a stable 30fps presentation over an inconsistent 60fps target. Read...
AI-generated MiSTer FPGA Cores Spark Debate Over Accuracy and Ethics
AI-generated FPGA cores for MiSTer, reportedly derived from MAME, have reignited debate in the retro community over accuracy, provenance, and environmental impact.
Rise of the Tomb Raider 60FPS on Nintendo Switch 2: Aspyr Says 60fps Not Achievable Without Major Compromises
Aspyr producers confirm months of work on a Switch 2 port of Rise of the Tomb Raider failed to reach a stable 60fps without unacceptable compromises. Here’s what the...
Nintendo AI Policy: Shuntaro Furukawa Outlines IP and Compliance Stance at Shareholder Q&A
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa addressed generative AI, intellectual property protection, and regulatory compliance during a recent shareholder Q&A,...
Why Rise of the Tomb Raider on Nintendo Switch 2 Is Locked to 30 FPS — Aspyr Explains
Aspyr explains why the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Rise of the Tomb Raider is capped at 30 FPS, citing technical limits, performance consistency, and trade-offs in...
Ultraman Zero DLC for GigaBash Arrives July 9, 2026 on Nintendo Switch
GigaBash adds Ultraman Zero and Ultraman Belial in a DLC launching July 9, 2026 for Nintendo Switch. Read developer details, character abilities, and anniversary context.
Nintendo Switch eShop Error: How to Fix Malformed Server Requests and Access Your Digital Purchases
Practical, authoritative guidance on resolving Nintendo Switch eShop errors that return malformed server requests. Includes background on the eShop, platform history,...
How Nintendo Plans to Preserve the 'Nintendo DNA' While Expanding Development Teams
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa explains how the company will maintain its creative culture and 'Nintendo DNA' as it increases headcount to strengthen hardware,...
Yoko Shimomura Tokyo Concert 2026: Orchestral Celebration for Legendary Game Composer
Yoko Shimomura will be celebrated with a special orchestral concert at Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre on September 25, 2026. Details on program highlights, conductor Arnie...
Final Fantasy XV Nintendo Switch 2: Square Enix Says Port Is "Not Entirely Impossible"
Square Enix responds to an investor question about the feasibility of bringing Final Fantasy XV to the Nintendo Switch 2, noting hardware constraints but saying a port...
Mega Man: Dual Override 2027 — Capcom Plans Franchise Expansion Ahead of 40th Anniversary
Capcom confirms Mega Man: Dual Override for 2027 and outlines plans to grow the Mega Man franchise ahead of its 40th anniversary, including broader audience outreach...
Wizardry Variants Daphne Final Fantasy XI Collaboration Confirmed by Drecom
Drecom has announced a summer collaboration between Wizardry Variants Daphne and Final Fantasy XI. Read verified details on platforms, key contributors, legacy...
Assoluto Racing Nintendo Switch Release: July 16, 2026 — Cross-Play and Premium Launch Edition Details
Assoluto Racing from Infinity Vector arrives on Nintendo Switch on July 16, 2026 with cross-save, cross-play, a Premium Launch Edition, and launch pricing details.
Sky the Scraper Nintendo Switch 2 Announcement: Chorus Worldwide Confirms Roguelike Action on Switch and Next-Gen Switch
Chorus Worldwide and Ryo Kobuchi have confirmed Sky the Scraper is coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Read the full breakdown of gameplay, features, and...
Transform! Ditto Plushies Announced for Pokémon Center Japan — Spiritomb, Zorua, Sobble & More (July 11, 2026)
The Pokémon Company has revealed a new lineup of Transform! Ditto plushies for Pokémon Center Japan and Amazon Japan, featuring Spiritomb, Zorua, Hisuian Zorua,...
Nintendo Physical Games: Circana’s Mat Piscatella Says Nintendo Will Follow Its Own Path
Circana senior director Mat Piscatella tells VGC that Nintendo is unlikely to change its approach to physical games in response to Sony's recent announcement. Analysis...
Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 Sales: Famitsu Chart Shows No.1 Debut with 41,680 Units
Weekly Famitsu sales roundup: Star Fox tops Japan's chart on Nintendo Switch 2 while long-term sellers like Animal Crossing and Mario Kart continue strong. Full top 30...
Orbitals Physical Release Confirmed for Switch 2 — Full Game on Cartridge Arrives September 3, 2026
Orbitals, the retro-anime co-op puzzle adventure, will receive a physical release on Switch 2 with the full game on cartridge and a Deluxe Edition digital bundle...
Splatoon Raiders Switch 2 In-Store Demo Live at Best Buy, Target, GameStop
An in-store kiosk demo for Splatoon Raiders on Nintendo Switch 2 is now available across major US and Canadian retailers. Learn what the demo includes, where to try...
Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 Remake Review: Velan Studios’ Star Fox (2026) Reimagines Star Fox 64
A professional review of Star Fox (2026) for Nintendo Switch 2 by Velan Studios. Coverage includes release date, gameplay, modes, and multiplayer Battle Mode.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Backlash: Square Enix, Fan Criticism, and the Remake Trilogy
Analysis of the community backlash to Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, context on Square Enix's remake strategy, platform history including PS5 exclusivity, and how online...
Resident Evil movie director Zach Cregger explains decision to avoid game characters
Zach Cregger discusses why the new Resident Evil reboot avoids iconic game characters, how the film approaches Raccoon City, and what fans can expect ahead of its...
Star Fox Switch 2 First-Week Sales: Famitsu Reports 41,680 Physical Units
Famitsu data shows Star Fox sold 41,680 physical copies in its first week on Nintendo Switch 2. Read the official weekly software and hardware charts, including Switch...