Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Forecast: Analyst Warns of a 'Relatively Silent' Fiscal Year
Analyst Dr. Serkan Toto of Kantan Games reacts to Nintendo's financial outlook for the Switch 2, citing price increases and memory market pressures.
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Switch 2 Price Increase: Nintendo Confirms Global MSRP Hike for Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo has announced a price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2 effective September 1, 2026, with regional adjustments including Japan. Read verified details on new...
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Switch 2: Mouse Mode and Gyro Controls Confirmed
MachineGames confirms Mouse Mode and gyro aiming for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on Switch 2, with day-one update and full controller remapping ahead of the May...
Neo Geo AES+ FAQ: Plaion and SNK Confirm HDMI, RGB, Region-Free Games
Plaion's FAQ video with SNK clarifies Neo Geo AES+ hardware and compatibility, confirming HDMI and RGB AV outputs, region-free cartridges, included manuals, and...
Star Fox Tracks Added to Nintendo Music App for Nintendo Switch Online Subscribers
Nintendo has added select Star Fox tracks to the Nintendo Music app, now available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers via Google Play and the iOS App Store in...
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok Nintendo Switch 2 Trailers Spotlight Gallanza and Maglielle
New character trailers for Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok highlight Gallanza and Maglielle ahead of the game's Nintendo Switch 2 launch on July 9, 2026....
Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution — Chaos Rising: Elite Trainer Box and Build & Battle Pulls Ahead of 22nd May Launch
Hands-on look at the Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion Mega Evolution — Chaos Rising, including Elite Trainer Box contents, notable pulls, and pre-release...
Spica Adventure on Nintendo Switch: Classic Parasol Platformer Arrives on the eShop
Spica Adventure, a mobile-to-arcade platformer with parasol-based traversal, arrives on Nintendo Switch via the eShop. Read our detailed overview of gameplay, modes,...
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Ranked Battle Season 11 Start Date, Rewards, and Mega Stone Return
Nintendo Life reports Ranked Battle Season 11 for Pokémon Legends: Z-A begins 14 May with returning Mega Stone rewards. Read the schedule, eligible Pokémon list, and...
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Nintendo Switch 2 Motion Controls: Joy-Con 2, Pro Controller, and Mouse Support Explained
MachineGames confirms motion and mouse support for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on Nintendo Switch 2, including day-one update and customization options.
Sonic Frontiers Definite Edition: SEGA Updates Steam Page and Drops Price After Korean Rating
SEGA updated the Sonic Frontiers Steam page and lowered the game's price after a recent Korean rating for a potential 'Definite Edition.' Here's what is confirmed,...
Takashi Tezuka Retirement: Nintendo Veteran to Step Down as Executive Officer on June 26, 2026
Takashi Tezuka, director of classic Nintendo titles including The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Super Mario World, and Yoshi's Island, will retire as an...
Dungeons of Despair: Inside the Lost Wizardry Beta From Boston Apple Fest 1981
A look at Dungeons of Despair, the rare Wizardry beta sold at the Boston Apple Fest in June 1981, including developer recollections, production estimates, and Digital...
Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen and Pokopia Sales: Switch Re-releases Top 4 Million in Weeks
Nintendo confirms Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen sold over 4 million copies on Nintendo Switch in six weeks, while Pokémon Pokopia surpassed 4 million on Switch 2 in...
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Hike Confirmed: $499.99 Global Price Reported
Nintendo has confirmed a price adjustment for the Nintendo Switch 2, with BBC Newsbeat reporting a $499.99/€499.99 tag and a pending UK update. Nintendo also announced...
Nintendo Switch Sales Near PlayStation 2 Record After Nintendo Financial Results
Nintendo's latest financial results report significant Nintendo Switch lifetime sales, putting the platform closer to Sony's PlayStation 2 all-time console record....
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Reach 19.86 Million Units, Nintendo Confirms in Fiscal Results
Nintendo confirms Nintendo Switch 2 sales of 19.86 million units as of March 31, 2026, meeting its 19 million unit target in the fiscal period. Read the official...
Can the Nintendo Switch Surpass the PS2? Switch Sales Reach 155.92 Million as of March 2026
A data-driven look at Nintendo Switch lifetime sales, price changes to the OLED Model, and how current figures compare to the PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DS.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Sells 3.8 Million Copies in Two Weeks, Nintendo Financial Report Confirms
Nintendo's financial report shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream sold over 3.8 million units worldwide in its first two weeks on Nintendo Switch, putting the...
Takashi Tezuka Retirement Confirmed by Nintendo: Legacy Across Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda
Nintendo confirms Takashi Tezuka will retire as an executive officer on 26 June 2026. A look at his career from Super Mario Bros.
Robyn Miller AI Use Sparks Backlash Over Riven Soundtrack Vinyl
Robyn Miller admits AI was used for a gatefold image on Fangamer's Riven 2-disc vinyl soundtrack, prompting community backlash and debate over AI-assisted art.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Hits 3.8 Million Sales on Nintendo Switch
Nintendo confirms Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream has sold more than 3.8 million copies on Nintendo Switch within two weeks of release; available now at retail and on...
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increase: Nintendo Raises Hardware Prices for Switch 2 and Legacy Models
Nintendo has announced price increases for the Nintendo Switch 2 and original Switch models across multiple regions. Read the full breakdown of new prices, effective...
Zelda II: The Adventure of Link — Miyamoto Says A Link to the Past Is the True Sequel
Shigeru Miyamoto has repeatedly described Zelda II as a departure from his vision for The Legend of Zelda, calling A Link to the Past the series' true sequel. Read...
Nintendo Switch 2 sales hit 19.86 million — Mario Kart World leads software chart
Nintendo reports 19.86 million Nintendo Switch 2 consoles sold and 48.71 million software units in fiscal 2026, led by Mario Kart World. Detailed sales breakdown and...
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Hit 19.86 Million as Nintendo Lowers FY2027 Forecast Ahead of Price Hikes
Nintendo reports 19.86 million Switch 2 units sold since its June 2025 launch, updates fiscal year 2027 forecast, and outlines upcoming releases including Yoshi and...
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Sales Surpass 3.8 Million in Two Weeks, Nintendo Reports
Nintendo reports Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream has sold 3.8 million units worldwide within its first two weeks, marking a strong early performance for the franchise.
Pokémon Pokopia Sales: Nintendo Reports 4 Million Units on Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo's financial briefing confirms Pokémon Pokopia sold 4 million copies in five weeks and Pokémon FireRed/LeafGreen Switch re-releases hit 4 million in six weeks....
Nintendo Confirms Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 Price Increase: Dates, New Prices and Regional Breakdown
Nintendo has announced a confirmed price increase for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, with new pricing taking effect in Japan on May 25, 2026 and in...
Takashi Tezuka Retirement Announcement: Nintendo Confirms Executive Officer Change
Nintendo announced that veteran developer Takashi Tezuka will step down as an executive officer amid its latest financial results, with several board-level changes...
Takashi Tezuka to Continue as Production Producer After Retiring as Nintendo Executive Officer
Longtime Nintendo developer Takashi Tezuka steps down as Executive Officer effective June 26, 2026, and will remain with Nintendo as a Production Producer. Overview of...
Takashi Tezuka Retirement Confirmed by Nintendo — From Super Mario to Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Nintendo has announced the retirement of veteran developer Takashi Tezuka as Executive Officer. A look at his career highlights, the company announcement, and...
Switch 2 Price Hike: Nintendo Raises Console and Switch Online Prices Ahead of 2026 Rollout
Nintendo has announced global price increases for the Switch 2 and price adjustments to Nintendo Switch Online in Japan, effective May–September 2026. See the new...
Nintendo May 2026 Release Schedule: Splatoon Raiders, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Star Fox and Fire Emblem Updates
Nintendo's May 2026 financial report published an updated release schedule for Nintendo Switch, confirming release dates for Splatoon Raiders and Rhythm Heaven Groove,...
Nintendo Switch 2 Million Sellers: May 2026 Update Highlights Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World
A detailed breakdown of Nintendo's May 2026 financial results showing million-seller milestones on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, including Pokemon Pokopia...
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Soar in FY2026: Hardware, Software, and Profit Breakdown
A detailed breakdown of Nintendo's May 2026 financial report: Nintendo Switch 2 hardware and software sales, Switch lifetime performance, and key fiscal metrics for...
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increase: Regional MSRPs Rising in 2026
Nintendo raises MSRP for Nintendo Switch 2 and existing Switch hardware across multiple regions, with effective dates in Japan (May 25, 2026) and the U.S., Canada and...
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Greninja 7-Star Tera Raid Event Live Now on Nintendo Switch
The Pokémon Company has launched a limited-time 7-star Tera Raid in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet featuring a Poison Tera Greninja with the Mightiest Mark. Event runs...
Star Fox for Switch 2: June Release Window, eShop Pre-Orders and New Footage
Nintendo has confirmed Star Fox for the Switch 2 will launch in June. Read verified details on pre-orders, eShop pricing, new screenshots, and the game's ties to the...
Nintendo eShop Update: New Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Releases for May
A comprehensive overview of this week's Nintendo eShop update, including new releases for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, release dates, and where to find eShop...
Star Fox Plush Revealed: Sanei Announces Fox, Peppy, Falco and Slippy Plushies for Japan (Late June)
Sanei unveils new Star Fox plushies and Donkey Kong collectibles for Japan, arriving late June. Learn which characters are included, Nintendo Switch 2 context, and...
Naoto Ohshima Reveals Sonic 35th Anniversary Wallpaper Draft — Iconic Designer Shares Classic Poses
Naoto Ohshima, the original designer of Sonic the Hedgehog, published a draft wallpaper for SEGA celebrating Sonic's 35th anniversary. Read the verified details and...
Miyamoto Bans 'Dirty Jokes' From Mario Movie — Illumination, Chris Meledandri Called Out
Shigeru Miyamoto told Japanese media he jokingly forbade Illumination and Chris Meledandri from adding crude humor to the Mario film. Read the full context, verified...
Takaya Imamura Reacts to New Star Fox Character Designs: Original Designer Praises New Direction
Veteran Star Fox character designer Takaya Imamura shared positive reactions to the franchise's latest character designs, praising the new game’s clear direction while...
Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn Nintendo Switch 2 Release Confirmed for 2027 by Nacon and Crea-ture
Nacon and Crea-ture announced Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn, a top-down Metroidvania based on the World of Darkness, coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. Learn...
Ravenswatch on Nintendo Switch 2 Confirmed: Passtech and Nacon Announce Native Port and Free "Song of Thieves" Update
Passtech Games and Nacon have confirmed a native Nintendo Switch 2 version of Ravenswatch coming this fall and detailed a free "Song of Thieves" update launching May...
Hell is Us Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Confirmed: September 24, 2026
Nacon and Rogue Factor confirm Hell is Us for Nintendo Switch 2 with a September 24, 2026 release. Read our detailed overview of gameplay, mechanics, and platform...
Donkey Kong Bananza Plushes by Sanei Confirmed for Mid‑August Release
Sanei has announced new Donkey Kong Bananza plushes, with pre-orders opening in mid‑June and a mid‑August release window. Details on product variants and import notes...
Pragmata Passes 2 Million Sales: Capcom Confirms Strong Launch for New IP
Capcom's new IP Pragmata has surpassed two million players, director Cho Yonghee thanks fans and Capcom leadership signals potential for the franchise. Details on...
Star Fox Price Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2: $49.99 Digital, $59.99 Physical
Nintendo has confirmed regional pricing for the Star Fox (Star Fox 64 remake) release on Nintendo Switch 2, with digital and physical price differences and retailer...
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight launch trailer — TT Games unveils cinematic new look ahead of May 22 release
TT Games has released the launch trailer for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, showcasing cinematic and gameplay footage set to Seal's 'Kiss from a Rose'. The...
Takaya Imamura Weighs In on Fox McCloud Designs: Movie Version vs. New Star Fox Game
Former Nintendo artist Takaya Imamura says he prefers a film interpretation of Fox McCloud but praises the new Star Fox game's clear design direction. Context on Star...
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increase: Nintendo of America Raises MSRP to $499.99 in U.S.
Nintendo of America confirms a U.S. MSRP increase for the Nintendo Switch 2, effective September 1, 2026.
Veins of Iron SNES Homebrew: ModeVII’s Retro Horror Shooter Prepares Prototype Cartridge
Veins of Iron is a new SNES-era horror FPS from homebrew studio ModeVII. Developer Jan Olausson confirms AI placeholder box art, handcrafted pixel art, a Kickstarter...
Takaya Imamura Reacts to Star Fox Character Designs for Nintendo Switch 2
Veteran Nintendo artist Takaya Imamura commented on the new Star Fox character designs ahead of the game's June 25, 2026 Nintendo Switch 2 release, praising the...
Sanei Announces Star Fox Plush Line Ahead of Star Fox 64 Remake on Nintendo Switch 2
Japanese toy maker Sanei will release plush toys of Fox McCloud, Falco Lombardi, Peppy Hare, and Slippy Toad in late June to coincide with the Star Fox 64 remake...
Star Fox Switch 2 Remake: Side-by-Side Comparisons Highlight Visual Leap from N64 Lylat Wars
Nintendo unveiled a full Switch 2 remake of Star Fox (Lylat Wars). Side-by-side comparisons from GVG underscore the visual and cinematic upgrades over the 1997...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Update: Indiana Jones, Call of the Elder Gods, and Blood: Refreshed Supply Arrive in May
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop update for North America brings Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Call of the Elder Gods, and Nightdive Studios' Blood: Refreshed Supply with...
Summerhouse and Slots & Daggers Coming to Nintendo Switch May 15, 2026
Friedemann confirms Summerhouse and Slots & Daggers will launch digitally on Nintendo Switch via the eShop on May 15, 2026. Trailers available and release details...
Star Fox 64 Remake Nintendo Switch 2: Hidden Nintendo Power Easter Egg Unearthed
A close read of Nintendo of America's Direct reveals an Easter egg in the Star Fox 64 remake for Nintendo Switch 2 referencing a Nintendo Power Player's Guide ISBN and...