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Indie World Showcase Nintendo Switch 2: Key Indie Announcements, Demos, and Release Dates
A comprehensive rundown of the Indie World Showcase highlights for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, including demo drops, release dates, and developer details...
Indie World Showcase Reveals Nintendo Switch 2 Indie Lineup for 2027
A comprehensive look at Nintendo's latest Indie World Showcase, detailing confirmed indie releases coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026–2027,...
October 2026 Indie World Showcase: Full Recap of Nintendo Switch 2 Indie Reveals
Comprehensive recap of Nintendo's October 2026 Indie World Showcase, detailing indie reveals, release dates, demos on Nintendo eShop, and key Nintendo Switch 2 and...
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...
Pragmata Development Revealed: Capcom Nearly Took New IP in a Horror Direction
Capcom producer Masachika Kawata explains Pragmata's long development and early horror experiments. The new IP was announced in 2020 and released in 2026, launching to...
Resident Evil Requiem DLC: Haris Orkin Confirms Expanded Oswell E. Spencer Arc
Haris Orkin says the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem DLC will further explore Oswell E. Spencer's storyline.
Grasshopper Manufacture Splits from NetEase and Returns to Independence
Grasshopper Manufacture has left NetEase and is independent again. CEO Goichi Suda outlines the studio's direction after releasing Romeo Is A Dead Man and celebrating...
Pixel Washer for Nintendo Switch 2: Acclaim and Valadria Announce 2026 Release on Switch and Steam
Acclaim and Valadria revealed Pixel Washer, a retro-inspired power washing sim arriving digitally on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Steam in 2026. Read...
Sonic Mania Sequel: Sonic Team Open to Working with Christian Whitehead's Team Again
Takashi Iizuka confirms Sonic Team remains close with Sonic Mania developers and expresses openness to collaborating again; background on Sonic Mania, Evening Star,...
James Turner Returns to The Pokémon Company as Creative Director of Pokémon Art and Design
James Turner, former Game Freak artist and founder of All Possible Futures, is rejoining The Pokémon Company as Creative Director of Pokémon Art and Design. The move...
Tossdown Nintendo Switch Release Confirmed by Acclaim and Fer Factor
Acclaim and developer Fer Factor have confirmed Tossdown for Nintendo Switch. Read the verified details on gameplay, features, and the lack of a release date.
Extreme-G PC Port: SonicDcer Recompiles N64 Racer with 60FPS, Widescreen and Mod-Friendly Tools
An unofficial recompiled PC port of Extreme-G has been released by modder SonicDcer, adding 60FPS, widescreen, higher resolutions and other enhancements while...
Ground Zero Hero Nintendo Switch 2 Launch: Acclaim and Rowand Edmondson Release Launch Trailer
Ground Zero Hero, the chaotic roguelike horde survival from Acclaim and Rowand Edmondson, is now available on Nintendo Switch 2. Read about the launch trailer,...
ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 — August Nintendo eShop Releases & Metal Gear Solid Collection
A roundup of this week’s North American Nintendo Download: ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition and Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 lead August releases on Nintendo...
Ground Zero Hero Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 — Acclaim and Rowan Edmondson Set August 20, 2026 Launch
Ground Zero Hero, a horde survival action roguelike from Rowan Edmondson and publisher Acclaim, launches digitally on Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo eShop on...
Pokémon Pokopia Sales Top 5 Million on Nintendo Switch 2 — Game Freak and Omega Force Co-Developed Hit
Pokémon Pokopia, co-developed by Game Freak and Koei Tecmo's Omega Force, has sold over 5 million copies on Nintendo Switch 2 since its March 5 launch. Read the latest...
Pixel Washer Nintendo Switch: Acclaim and Valadria Confirm Release for Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
Acclaim and Valadria confirm Pixel Washer for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Read developer details, gameplay features, and platform notes for this cozy...
Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2 Review: Pure Nintendo Magazine Issue 72 Coverage
Coverage of Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2 from Pure Nintendo Magazine Issue 72, including review highlights, original Switch upgrade options, and subscription details...
Sam Neill to Appear in The Legend of Zelda Movie, Deadline Reports
Deadline reports that Sam Neill filmed scenes for The Legend of Zelda movie before his death on July 13, 2026. The casting also reportedly includes Dichen Lachman and...
Ground Zero Hero Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Confirmed on Nintendo eShop — August 20, 2026
Ground Zero Hero is listed for Nintendo Switch 2 on the Nintendo eShop with an August 20, 2026 release date. Publisher Acclaim's action roguelite features bullet-hell...
Nintendo Remakes Explained: Shigeru Miyamoto on Reintroducing Classics to New Players
Shigeru Miyamoto defends Nintendo's strategy of remaking classic games. This article examines why remakes matter, Nintendo's remake history, and how re-releases on...
Ranking Nintendo Switch Years: How 2017–2023 Shaped Nintendo's Modern Era
A year-by-year analysis of Nintendo's post-Switch era, summarizing major releases, release dates, and developer highlights from 2017 through 2023.
Persona Metaphor: ReFantazio Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Confirmed — 12 November 2026
Atlus and Sega announced Persona Metaphor: ReFantazio for Nintendo Switch 2 during a Nintendo Direct, with a confirmed release date of 12 November 2026 and a straight...
Rayman Legends Retold: Ubisoft Milan's 3D Remake Heading to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026
Ubisoft Milan's Rayman Legends Retold revamps the acclaimed 2013 platformer into a 2.5D/3D experience for Nintendo Switch 2. Read developer comments, launch date...
Gravity Circuit 2 announced for Nintendo Switch in 2027 — Domesticated Ant Games sequel details
Gravity Circuit 2, the sequel from Domesticated Ant Games and publisher Dear Villagers, is coming to Nintendo Switch in 2027. Read the confirmed details on characters,...
OPUS: Prism Peak Nintendo Switch Release — Sigono’s Narrative Adventure Earns Critical Acclaim
OPUS: Prism Peak from Sigono launches on Nintendo Switch and the eShop, earning strong early reviews and high aggregate scores on Metacritic and OpenCritic. Read a...
Marvel MaXimum Collection Review: Classic Marvel Games Return to Nintendo Switch via Limited Run Games
The Marvel MaXimum Collection brings a diverse line-up of retro Marvel video games to Nintendo Switch, featuring arcade and console classics from Konami, Data East,...
Pokémon Pokopia Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 to Critical Acclaim and Strong Sales
Pokémon Pokopia's debut on Nintendo Switch 2 has quickly captured the attention of both critics and players, establishing itself as one of the highest-rated entries in...
GRIDbeat! Release Date Confirmed: Rhythm Dungeon Crawler Heads to Nintendo Switch in 2026
Acclaim and Ridiculous Games announce the official Nintendo Switch release date for GRIDbeat!, a rhythm-based dungeon crawler, arriving March 26, 2026. Explore key...
GRIDbeat! Announced for Nintendo Switch: Rhythm-Based Dungeon Crawling Comes to eShop
Acclaim and Ridiculous Games reveal GRIDbeat!, a rhythm-driven dungeon crawler, set to launch digitally on Nintendo Switch via the eShop.
GRIDbeat Announced for Nintendo Switch: Rhythmic Dungeon Crawler from Acclaim and Ridiculous Games Set for Spring Launch
Acclaim partners with Ridiculous Games to unveil GRIDbeat, a beat-based dungeon crawler coming to Nintendo Switch. Demo launches this month, with the full game set for...
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Receives Critical Acclaim Yet Undershoots SEGA Sales Targets
SEGA's Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds garners high praise and strong reviews but falls short of sales expectations; the company targets an additional one million units sold...
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Escape from Ever After: The Paper Mario-Inspired RPG Garnering Acclaim on Nintendo Switch
Escape from Ever After, by Sleepy Castle Studios and Wing It! Creative, is achieving critical success on Nintendo Switch and Steam with strong Metacritic ratings and...
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Peter Calver, Founder of Audiogenic and Brian Lara Cricket Studio, Passes Away
Peter Calver, influential founder of Audiogenic and a pioneer in sports video game development, has died after a battle with cancer. His legacy includes genre-defining...
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The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest Launches on Nintendo Switch With February 2026 Release Date
Elden Pixels and Acclaim announce The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest, a comedic Metroidvania adventure, arriving on Nintendo Switch via Nintendo eShop in February 2026.
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The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest Brings a Comedic Metroidvania Adventure to Nintendo Switch in 2026
Elden Pixels teams up with Acclaim to launch The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest on Nintendo Switch, delivering a unique, humor-infused Metroidvania inspired by true...
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SEGA Addresses Disparity Between Critical Acclaim and Full-Price Game Sales
SEGA discusses the gap between critical reviews and sales figures for its full-price games, examining potential causes including marketing strategies and the influence...
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Why Capcom Chose War Machine Over Iron Man in Marvel vs. Capcom
Discover the real reason Capcom replaced Iron Man with War Machine in Marvel vs. Capcom, as revealed by a former Capcom developer, and learn how licensing challenges...
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Acclaim Entertainment Returns: CEO Outlines New Direction for the Iconic 90s Video Game Publisher
Acclaim Entertainment, legendary publisher of 1990s hits, has returned under new leadership. CEO Alex Josef discusses the challenges of reacquiring the original IP,...
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Hades II Physical Release for Nintendo Switch: Release Date, Contents, and Critical Acclaim
Discover everything about the highly anticipated Hades II physical edition for Nintendo Switch, including its release date, included extras, and reception from critics.
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Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection on Nintendo Switch: Digital Eclipse Addresses Wishes for Mortal Kombat Nitro Inclusion
Digital Eclipse's Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection launches October 30, 2024, on Nintendo Switch and other platforms, but questions remain about the possibility of the...
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Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection: Digital Eclipse Addresses Fan Hopes for Mortal Kombat Nitro on Nintendo Switch
Digital Eclipse's Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection revives classic Mortal Kombat titles on Nintendo Switch and other platforms, but fans are eager for the elusive...
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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Receives Strong Critical Acclaim on PlayStation 5, Awaiting Nintendo Switch Reviews
SEGA's Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds garners impressive critical reception on PlayStation 5, with reviewers praising its tracks, roster, and soundtrack. Learn more about...
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Basketball Classics Announced for Nintendo Switch: Retro Arcade Action Returns
Basketball Classics, a retro-inspired sports title from Namo Gamo and Acclaim, is coming to Nintendo Switch. Discover key features, gameplay details, and what sets...
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Forsaken 64 Joins Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack; N64 Classics Teased for Upcoming Release
Nintendo announces Forsaken 64's arrival to the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack, alongside hints at future N64 game additions. Details on release dates and...
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Acclaim Announces 'Play Acclaim Showcase' Event: A New Era for the Iconic Publisher
The newly-revived Acclaim is set to unveil its future at the 'Play Acclaim Showcase' on September 10, sparking anticipation for fresh titles and bold plans.
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Acclaim Teases Upcoming Announcement: Classic Publisher Signals Major Return to Gaming
Long-dormant game publisher Acclaim hints at a significant announcement next week, signaling a noteworthy comeback in the gaming industry. Find out what this could...
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Acclaim’s Big Return: What to Expect from the Play Acclaim Showcase on September 10th
Revived publisher Acclaim hosts the Play Acclaim Showcase on September 10th, teasing a new era and major announcements. Find out the keynote times, what’s been...
How Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 GBA Included Cheeky Nods to Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX 2
Discover the creative rivalry between Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 and Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX 2 on Game Boy Advance, including Easter eggs and developer insights.
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Donkey Kong Bananza Launches to Critical Acclaim with Metacritic Score of 91 on Nintendo Switch 2
Donkey Kong Bananza earns "Universal Acclaim" on Metacritic ahead of launch, becoming Switch 2's highly praised first 3D platformer and highlighting Nintendo's bold...
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Donkey Kong Bananza Earns Critical Acclaim Ahead of Nintendo Switch 2 Launch
Donkey Kong Bananza receives outstanding early reviews, securing a high Metacritic score and solidifying its status as a must-play title for Nintendo Switch 2.
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Mortal Kombat Nitro: Inside the Canceled Uncensored SNES Revival from Sculptured Software
Explore the untold story of Mortal Kombat Nitro, an ambitious and canceled SNES update developed by Sculptured Software and Acclaim. Learn about its features,...
Star Ocean: The Second Story R on Nintendo Switch — Remaster Review and Key Features
In-depth look at Star Ocean: The Second Story R for Nintendo Switch. Release details, developer info (Square Enix/Gemdrops), gameplay changes, quality-of-life updates,...
Oliver Frey Obituary: Zzap!64 and CRASH Illustrator Dies Aged 74
Oliver (Oli) Frey, the Swiss-born illustrator best known for his covers and portraits for Zzap!64 and CRASH, has died at 74. Read a summary of his career,...
Yoshi’s Crafted World Receives Critical Acclaim Following Nintendo Switch Launch
Nintendo celebrates the release of Yoshi’s Crafted World for Nintendo Switch with a new accolades trailer showcasing praise from critics.
Fantasy Life on Nintendo 3DS: LEVEL-5’s Charming Life-Sim That Found Western Fans
A thorough look at Fantasy Life for Nintendo 3DS from developer LEVEL-5, covering gameplay, classes, localization, art and audio contributors, multiplayer features,...