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Princess Peach: Showtime! Marks Etsunobu Ebisu’s Directorial Return on Nintendo Switch
Etsunobu Ebisu, the legendary developer behind iconic Konami and Good-Feel titles, returns as director for Princess Peach: Showtime! on Nintendo Switch.
Birdcage Blends Sword Combat and Shooting in Polygon Bird Games’ Upcoming Arcade Shmup for Steam
Polygon Bird Games reveals Birdcage, a vertical scrolling shooter inspired by classics like Ikaruga and Radiant Silvergun, with a unique sword action mechanic. Explore...
Amstrad Reboots Legacy: Alan Sugar Revives Brand as Performance Marketing Agency
Alan Sugar resurrects the iconic Amstrad name in 2024, transforming it from a storied electronics and gaming developer into a modern performance marketing agency.
Dave the Diver Nintendo Switch Review: Mintrocket’s Genre-Bending Seafood Adventure
Dave the Diver blends action-packed deep-sea diving with a restaurant-sim under Mintrocket. Available on Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam), this 2024 title pairs retro...
Star Racer Nintendo Switch: Whatnot Games' Retro Sci‑Fi Racer Hits Kickstarter with Switch as Stretch Goal
Star Racer, a retro sci-fi racing game from Whatnot Games featuring music by Grant Kirkhope, is crowdfunding on Kickstarter with a Nintendo Switch version listed as a...
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,...
Pure Nintendo Podcast PAX Aus 2023 Recap: Switch Highlights from Super Mario Bros. Wonder to Indie Finds
Pure Nintendo Podcast returns from PAX Australia 2023 with first-hand Switch coverage of Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Sonic Superstars and standout indie teams.
Jotego Expands Analogue Pocket Library with 'JTNINJA' OpenFPGA Core Featuring Bad Dudes vs Dragon Ninja
FPGA developer Jotego has launched the JTNINJA OpenFPGA core for Analogue Pocket, enabling classic Data East arcade games like Bad Dudes vs Dragon Ninja and Heavy...
Goemon: The Grand Cycle of Oedo fan translation released for PS1 — AceDiez patch now available
Fan translation patch for Konami's 2001 PlayStation title Goemon: The Grand Cycle of Oedo is released. Learn where to download, who worked on the patch, and the game's...
KAGE Shadow of the Ninja Remake Unveiled by Tengo Project: Coming to Nintendo Switch and More in Spring 2024
Tengo Project officially announces KAGE Shadow of the Ninja remake, launching Spring 2024 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. See details on the...
Final Fantasy IX Remake Rumors: Jeff Grubb Reports Square Enix Project Using ATB System
Reports from industry insider Jeff Grubb suggest Square Enix is developing a Final Fantasy IX remake that will retain the classic ATB system. Read the facts, context,...
CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story Launches on Nintendo Switch – Release Date, Features, and Developer Insights
CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story arrives on Nintendo Switch. Discover its gameplay features, developer background, and release details in this in-depth overview.
Nintendo DMCA Takedown for Lockpick Prompts Skyline Emulator to Halt Development
Reports say Nintendo issued a DMCA takedown related to Lockpick on GitHub, leading the Skyline Android Switch emulator team to cease active development. Timeline,...
Trinity Trigger Nintendo Switch Review: FuRyu’s Action RPG Explained
A definitive look at Trinity Trigger on Nintendo Switch — release date, developer FuRyu, gameplay systems, local co-op, and expert analysis of boss mechanics and...
Aliens: Fireteam Elite Nintendo Switch Release — Cloud Version Arrives April 26, 2023
Aliens: Fireteam Elite arrives on Nintendo Switch as a cloud version on April 26, 2023. Read release details, edition pricing, demo availability, and developer...
Hello Kitty and Friends Happiness Parade Launches on Nintendo Switch: Everything Fans Need to Know
Discover everything about the launch of Hello Kitty and Friends Happiness Parade on Nintendo Switch, including features, developer insights, and release details.
Dead Space PS1 Demake by Fraser Brumley Released on itch.io
Independent developer Fraser Brumley released a PC demake of Dead Space with PS1-style visuals. The free itch.io build reproduces classic HUD design and dismemberment;...
James Turner Reveals He Designed Tatsugiri and Dondozo for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on Nintendo Switch
Former Pokémon art director James Turner confirmed he designed Tatsugiri and Dondozo for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, sharing original illustrations on Twitter. Read...
Aleste 35th Anniversary: Compile's Shooter Legacy from Sega Mark III to Modern Re-releases
A look back at Aleste's origins on the Sega Mark III, the series' evolution through titles like MUSHA Aleste and Super Aleste, and modern preservation efforts by M2...
Pokémon Sleep Release: How The Pokémon Company’s Mobile App Tracks Your Sleep
A factual look at Pokémon Sleep — its announcement, mechanics, developer details, and release on iOS and Android. Coverage includes verified dates, platform...
Maria Renard's Revenge: Fan-Made Castlevania Outing Arrives on Commodore Amiga
Maria Renard's Revenge is a fan-made Castlevania-inspired homebrew for the Commodore Amiga. Built with Earok's Scorpion Engine by developer Domkid, the beta targets...
Super Monkey Ball iOS Revived: Developer's Project Brings Classic Game Back to Life
A dedicated fan developer has restored the original Super Monkey Ball for iOS, six years after it became unplayable due to Apple’s 32-bit app support cutoff. Discover...
Castlevania Fan Port for Sega Master System Receives Major Demo Update
Master System developer xfixium releases a new playable demo of the original Castlevania port, offering fans a chance to experience the iconic game on Sega's 8-bit...
King of Fighters Unofficially Ported to Sega Master System by Dedicated Developer
Discover how SNK's iconic King of Fighters series has been brought to Sega's Master System, thanks to the innovative Master Fight Engine and developer PsychoMaster....
The Punchuin Launches on Nintendo Switch: Shin’en Multimedia Delivers Punchy Pixel Action
Explore The Punchuin's release on Nintendo Switch, its unique gameplay features, and developer Shin’en Multimedia’s latest achievements. Learn more about the adventure...
Analogue Pocket NES Core Adds Save States and Wake Support — openFPGA Breakthrough
Developer Adam Gastineau has released an updated Analogue Pocket NES core with save state and sleep/wake resume support, addressing long-standing feature gaps in...
FLUDD Origins: How Super Mario Sunshine's GameCube Controls Shaped the Iconic Water Pack
Newly translated 2002 interviews reveal how Super Mario Sunshine's FLUDD was inspired by the GameCube controller and internal debate at Nintendo about Mario using...
Berserk Boy Release Date Confirmed: Retro Platformer Dashes to Nintendo Switch and Steam on March 6, 2024
Berserk Boy, a pixel-art platformer inspired by Sonic and Mega Man, arrives on Nintendo Switch and Steam on March 6, 2024, with PlayStation and Xbox releases to...
Melatonin Rhythm Game Confirmed for Nintendo Switch Release in 2024
Half Asleep's critically acclaimed rhythm game, Melatonin, is set for a Nintendo Switch launch via the eShop in 2024. Discover key features, unique gameplay, and...
Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes New Characters Revealed — Shez and Arval Detailed for Nintendo Switch
Official Fire Emblem Musou Twitter reveals character details for Shez and Arval in Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes. Developer Omega Force, release date June 24, 2022...
Cruis'n Blast Nintendo Switch Review: Raw Thrills' Arcade Racer Comes Home
Cruis'n Blast arrives on Nintendo Switch as a packed arcade port from Raw Thrills. Our review covers the September 14, 2021 Switch release, expanded tracks and...
Metroid Prime 4 Development: Mike Wikan Affirms Retro Studios' Commitment and Nintendo's Progressive Approach
Former Retro Studios developer Mike Wikan shares insights on Metroid Prime 4, Nintendo's work culture, and the transformation of Retro Studios after Metroid Prime 1,...
CULTIC for Nintendo Switch: 3D Realms and Jasozz Games Confirm 2022 Release
3D Realms and Jasozz Games announced CULTIC, an old-school-inspired shooter coming to Nintendo Switch in 2022. Read our summary of the announcement, gameplay...
Nintendo-Colopl Settlement: Colopl to Pay ¥3.3 Billion in White Cat Project Patent Case
Nintendo and Colopl have reached a settlement in a patent dispute over White Cat Project. Colopl will pay 3.3 billion yen and license fees to resolve claims dating to...
Simpsons Hit & Run Remaster: Radical Entertainment Classic Faces 'Corporate' Roadblocks
The Simpsons Hit & Run remaster remains stalled despite interest from original creators. Developer Radical Entertainment's 2003 open-world title is frequently...
Bravely Default II Nintendo Switch Review: Job System, Combat, and Switch Port Analysis
An authoritative look at Bravely Default II on Nintendo Switch — developer Claytechworks' 2021 JRPG featuring the job system, brave/default combat, visible overworld...
Knockout City Hits Nintendo Switch: Cross-Platform Dodgeball Action from Velan Studios and Electronic Arts
Knockout City brings frenetic, cross-play multiplayer dodgeball action to Nintendo Switch. Learn about its features, developer insights, and launch details.
Dragon Star Varnir Nintendo Switch Spring 2021: Compile Heart’s JRPG Heads to Switch in Japan
Compile Heart's Dragon Star Varnir is confirmed for Nintendo Switch in Japan in Spring 2021, as reported by Weekly Famitsu. Read the overview of its combat systems,...
Dreamcast launch bug: John Byrd reveals Audio 64 crash threatened Sega's September 1999 North American launch
Former Sega engineer John Byrd details a last-minute Dreamcast bug tied to Midway's Audio 64 driver and the Yamaha AICA chip that almost derailed the console's...
Nintendo Direct 2024: Major Announcements and New Nintendo Switch Game Reveals
Comprehensive coverage of the Nintendo Direct June 2024, featuring key game announcements, developer highlights, and new Nintendo Switch titles set for release.
King of Seas Sets Sail for Nintendo Switch: Release Date, Gameplay, and Developer Insights
3DClouds announces King of Seas for Nintendo Switch, immersing players in an action RPG pirate adventure. Discover key features, release details, and insights from the...
Brigandine: The Legend of Runersia Review — A Deep Tactical RPG on Nintendo Switch
An authoritative look at Brigandine: The Legend of Runersia on Nintendo Switch — gameplay, developer Matrix Software, publisher Happinet, tutorial, and tactical systems.
Apex Legends Announced for Nintendo Switch with Cross-Play Support
Electronic Arts confirms Apex Legends is coming to Nintendo Switch with cross-platform multiplayer. Learn more about the release details, cross-play features, and...
Pokemon Sword and Shield Datamine Reveals Crown Tundra DLC Details and New Characters
Recent datamining efforts have uncovered new character models and potential Pokedex additions for Pokemon Sword and Shield’s Crown Tundra DLC, showcasing developer...
The Coma 2 Nintendo Switch Release Date Confirmed — June 19 eShop Launch
Headup Games and Devespresso Games have confirmed The Coma 2: Vicious Sisters will launch on Nintendo Switch via the eShop on June 19. Read launch details, language...
Ninjala Nintendo Switch Release Delayed: GungHo Online Entertainment Issues Update Amid Pandemic
GungHo Online Entertainment has announced a one-month delay for Ninjala's Nintendo Switch release, prioritizing employee safety during COVID-19. Learn the new release...
Nintendo Switch eShop Sale: Major Retailers Matching Switch Game Discounts
Major retailers are matching Nintendo eShop sale prices on Switch games. Find confirmed discounts across Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, GameStop, Target and Humble Bundle,...
Sir Eatsalot Launches on Nintendo Switch eShop: Hand-Drawn Adventure Now Available Worldwide
Sir Eatsalot, the acclaimed hand-drawn adventure-platformer from developer Behind The Stone, is now available on the Nintendo Switch eShop globally. Explore...
Ring Fit Adventure Nintendo Switch Review: How Nintendo Reinvented the Fitness Game
An authoritative look at Ring Fit Adventure for Nintendo Switch, examining Ring-Con and Joy-Con tech, gameplay structure, release details, and why reviewers hail it as...
Little Witch in the Woods Switch release: Sunny Side Up's witch life RPG heads to Nintendo eShop (Winter 2020 listing)
Overview of Little Witch in the Woods from developer Sunny Side Up, its Nintendo Switch eShop listing, gameplay systems and the trailer details. A factual summary for...
Powerhoof Announces The Drifter for Nintendo Switch: New Point-and-Click Adventure Revealed
Powerhoof has announced The Drifter, a new point-and-click adventure coming to Nintendo Switch. Read what the developer confirmed about timing, platforms, and where to...
AlphaDream Files for Bankruptcy: Impact on the Mario & Luigi Series and Nintendo Handheld Legacy
AlphaDream, developer of the Mario & Luigi RPG series, filed for bankruptcy. Background on the studio, key releases on GBA/DS/3DS, and what is known about the filing.
Spyro Reignited Trilogy Nintendo Switch Review: Toys for Bob's Remaster Brings Classic Spyro to Handheld
Comprehensive review of Spyro Reignited Trilogy on Nintendo Switch. Developer Toys for Bob's remaster of the original Spyro trilogy (1998-2000) launched on Switch on...
Fortnite datamine finds 'SquidKid' files — Splatoon crossover rumors swirl on Nintendo Switch
Dataminers report a 'SquidKid' skin and backbling in Fortnite files, prompting speculation about a potential Splatoon crossover. Here’s the verified context on the...
Fire Emblem: Three Houses on Nintendo Switch — Tactical Depth, Story Structure, and Key Mechanics Explained
A detailed look at Fire Emblem: Three Houses for Nintendo Switch — release details, core systems like Divine Pulse, Battalions and Gambits, and how the Garreg Mach...
Worse Than Death Set for Nintendo Switch Launch: Benjamin Rivers' Survival Thriller Arrives This Summer
Independent developer Benjamin Rivers brings the acclaimed horror adventure 'Worse Than Death' to Nintendo Switch, releasing worldwide on the eShop this summer....
Nintendo Switch Sales Milestone: Nintendo Hits 140 Million Units Worldwide
Nintendo Switch continues its remarkable run, surpassing 140 million units sold globally. Explore the success factors, platform history, and key developer achievements...
Aggelos Review: Storybird Games’ Retro Platformer Shines on Nintendo Switch
In-depth look at Aggelos by Storybird Games on Nintendo Switch. Review analysis, developer context, and platform performance with a 9/10 assessment.
Final Fantasy X Nintendo Switch Release: Square Enix and Virtuos Bring Spira to the eShop (April 23, 2019)
Final Fantasy X arrived on Nintendo Switch on April 23, 2019 as part of Square Enix's HD remaster. Developer Square Enix with porting support from Virtuos preserved...
Super Blood Hockey Skates onto Nintendo Switch with Brutal Arcade Action
Super Blood Hockey brings its fast-paced, violent homage to classic ice hockey to the Nintendo Switch eShop. Explore Franchise Mode, local multiplayer support, and...