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Monopoly Star Wars: Heroes vs. Villains Review — Behavior Interactive’s Switch 2 Release Reinvents the Classic
An authoritative review of Monopoly Star Wars: Heroes vs. Villains from Behavior Interactive and Ubisoft, covering the June 30, 2026 Switch 2 launch, new systems like...
Nintendo physical games: Why Nintendo is still investing in Switch cartridges and retail releases
Nintendo continues to back physical releases on Nintendo Switch and retail channels despite higher cartridge costs. Analysis of manufacturing figures, game-key cards,...
Rhythm Heaven Groove review: A charming final first‑party sendoff for Nintendo Switch
An authoritative review of Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch. Coverage includes gameplay, the new Beatspell RPG mode, multiplayer, developer credits, and...
3DO Hardware Revival: The 3DO Company Plans Retro Console and Modern Platform
Işık Şekercigil, who recently acquired rights to The 3DO Company, outlines plans for a retro mini console and a modern 3DO ecosystem with an open indie storefront....
3DO Hardware Revival: The 3DO Company Plans Retro Console and Modern Platform
The 3DO Company's new owner Işık Şekercigil outlines plans for two hardware products — a retro mini console and a modern 3DO ecosystem — while navigating complex...
Empire Interactive Says It Acquired The 3DO Company Trademark — What That Means
Empire Interactive has announced it holds the trademark and select intellectual property rights of The 3DO Company. We examine the relaunch, the claims from new CEO...
Empire Interactive 3DO Rights Claim Disputed by Throwback Entertainment and Josh Fairhurst
Empire Interactive's June 2026 LinkedIn post claiming ownership of The 3DO Company has prompted pushback from Throwback Entertainment and industry figures. We...
Memories of Rainbird and Beyond Kickstarter Doubles Goal for 324‑Page History of Rainbird Software and Beyond Software
Fusion Book's Kickstarter for Memories of Rainbird and Beyond has doubled its £12,000 target. The 324‑page book, assembled by Richard Hewison and contributors from the...
Realm of Ink Review (Nintendo Switch): Isometric Roguelite With Style but Missing Polish
A critical look at Realm of Ink on Nintendo Switch: gameplay systems, customization, art direction, technical polish, and why this isometric roguelite earns a fair 6/10.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom — 10.1 Million Copies in Three Days and What It Means for Nintendo Switch
Tears of the Kingdom sold 10.1 million copies in its first three days on Nintendo Switch. Developer Nintendo EPD's milestone underscores the Switch's continued...
Cloudflare Error 1006 Blocks Time Extension — What Nintendo Switch Fans Need to Know
Cloudflare Error 1006 blocked access to www.timeextension.com. Read an authoritative account of the error, what it means, and why access to Nintendo Switch coverage...
Cloudflare Error 1006 Disrupts Time Extension During Nintendo Direct Coverage
Cloudflare Error 1006 blocked access to Time Extension during Nintendo Direct coverage. What the error means, how it affects Switch fans, and verified context on...
Cloudflare Error 1006 Disrupts Time Extension Access and Underscores Risks for Nintendo Switch Coverage
A Cloudflare Error 1006 prevented access to Time Extension, highlighting how site-blocking incidents can interrupt coverage of Nintendo Switch releases, Nintendo...
Cloudflare Error 1006 and Nintendo eShop Access: What Switch Players and Developers Should Know
Cloudflare Error 1006 can block access to gaming news sites like Time Extension. Learn what the error means and how Nintendo Switch players and developers rely on...
Deltarune Chapter 6 Targeted for 2027, Developers Confirm in Steam FAQ
Toby Fox and the Deltarune team confirm a 2027 target for Chapter 6 in a Steam FAQ. Chapter 5 is not the final entry; developers say future chapters will be released...
Nintendo Technology Development Centre Kyoto: New R&D Hub Planned for Completion March 2029
Nintendo has announced construction of the Nintendo Co., Ltd. Technology Development Centre in Kyoto, a dedicated R&D facility for future hardware and software...
Douze Dixièmes Closure Reported: Studio Behind Shady Part of Me Says Farewell
French developer Douze Dixièmes has reportedly closed, according to Le Figaro. The studio, known for Shady Part of Me and the recent MIO: Memories in Orbit on Nintendo...
Sonic 35th Anniversary Livestream Announced by SEGA — Minna to Shaberitai Game o Motte Kita!
SEGA will host a Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary livestream on June 24, 2026, featuring behind-the-scenes commentary from Sonic developers, special guests, and...
Star Fox 64 Retellings: A Complete History of Star Fox Reboots on Nintendo Platforms
A concise, authoritative review of every Star Fox reboot — from the SNES original to Star Fox Zero — examining platforms, developers, and how often Star Fox 64's story...
Wish Upon A Jirachi Event Live in Pokémon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 2 — June 23–July 8, 2026
The Pokémon Company has launched the Wish Upon A Jirachi event in Pokémon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2. Learn dates, participation requirements, and how to redeem...
Unreal Engine 5.8 Introduces Lumen Lite for Improved Performance on Nintendo Switch 2
Epic Games releases Unreal Engine 5.8 with Lumen Lite mode, enabling better global illumination performance on Nintendo Switch 2 and PC. Learn what this means for...
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.
Zaxxon Arcade Atari 2600 Port: Champ Games Restores Sega's Isometric Shooter
Champ Games is bringing Zaxxon Arcade to the Atari 2600 this October with a cartridge and ROM release using the Melody Board. Demo available now; supports AtariVox,...
Unreal Engine 5.8 Lumen Lite: What This Means for Nintendo Switch 2 Development
Epic Games' Unreal Engine 5.8 introduces Lumen Lite, a lower-cost global illumination mode that Epic says can help developers target Nintendo Switch 2 hardware at...
Unreal Engine 5.8 Brings Lumen Light to Nintendo Switch 2: What Developers Need to Know
Epic Games has released Unreal Engine 5.8 and introduced Lumen Light support for Nintendo Switch 2, promising improved global illumination performance and potential 60...
Final Fantasy Resonance Nintendo Switch Release: Turn-Based JRPG Returns in HD-2D
Final Fantasy Resonance, a reimagining of Brave Exvius from P-Studio, returns turn-based combat to the franchise with HD-2D visuals. The game launches October 22 on...
Retro Rail Go! Early Access: Barely Making Games Brings Classic Japanese Train Sim Style to Steam
Retro Rail Go! from Barely Making Games is heading to Steam Early Access with low‑poly visuals, two play modes, and a demo now available.
Pixel Arcadia Retro Showcase: Pixel Helix Announces Digital Retro Games Event Ahead of Gamescom
Pixel Helix will broadcast Pixel Arcadia, a digital showcase dedicated to retro, retro-inspired and classic games, on 24 August 2026. The event highlights independent...
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on Nintendo Switch 2 — Insider Reiterates 2026 Launch Claim
Industry insider Nate the Hate has reiterated a claim that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. Read the latest on the game’s platform...
Sonic Pico Park: SEGA and Tecopark Collaborate as Sonic Team Praises Indie Development
SEGA's Sonic Pico Park collaboration with Tecopark highlights Sonic Team boss Takashi Iizuka's praise for indie development and the challenges AAA studios face...
Nintendo 64 30th Anniversary: N64 Legacy, Key Games, and How to Share Your Memories
A look at the Nintendo 64's 30th anniversary, its influence on 3D gaming, key developers and titles, availability on Nintendo Switch Online, and how readers can submit...
Ocarina of Time Remake Trailer Tops Charts as Nintendo Direct Leads Most-Watched Events — Level Up Data (June 2026)
Level Up data shows The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake trailer was the most watched trailer and Nintendo Direct the most watched gaming event in the past ten...
Rayman Legends Retold: Ubisoft's 3D Remake Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2
Rayman Legends Retold is a full 3D remake from Ubisoft Milan and Montpellier launching on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026. Read about development, engines, new...
Famitsu Review Scores (Week of June 13, 2026): 007 First Light Leads with 37/40
A breakdown of Famitsu's review scores for the week of June 13, 2026, covering 007 First Light, Unrailed 2, World of Tanks: Heat and other entries, with context on...
Naoki Hamaguchi on Streaming and RPGs: Final Fantasy VII Revelation Director Calls Streaming 'A Bit of a Crisis' for the Genre
Final Fantasy VII Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi tells 4Gamer he is concerned streaming may be changing how players experience RPGs. Analysis of his comments and...
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales — Square Enix Adds Dialogue Option Ahead of Nintendo Switch 2 Release
Square Enix responds to player feedback from The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales demo by adding options to reduce companion dialogue and other...
Pikuniku 2 Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 — Devolver Digital Announces 2027 eShop Release
Devolver Digital and Pikuniku creators Arnaud De Bock and Rémi Forcadell have announced Pikuniku 2, a 3D sequel coming to Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo eShop in...
Naoki Hamaguchi on Streaming and RPGs: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Director Warns of a 'Crisis' for Player Engagement
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi warns that game streaming can reduce player engagement. Read the full analysis on his 4Gamer interview, platform...
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis AI Disclosure Stirs Debate Ahead of Nintendo Switch 2 Release
Crystal Dynamics confirms limited use of AI tools for placeholder assets after Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis shows AI disclosure on Steam. Release set for February...
Star Fox (2026) on Nintendo Switch 2: Argonaut Software Congratulates Velan Studios
Argonaut Software—the creator of the Super FX chip and co-developer of the original SNES Star Fox—publicly congratulated Velan Studios after the announcement that Star...
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 — SEGA Clarifies Generative AI Use
SEGA revived the Crazy Taxi franchise with Crazy Taxi: World Tour, confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. SEGA and producer Kenji Kanno explain how generative AI was...
Dreamcast Junkyard 20th Anniversary Collection: VGNYsoft Launches Retro Dreamcast Merch
VGNYsoft partners with The Dreamcast Junkyard to release a 20th Anniversary Collection including a themed VMU, custom console shell, enamel pin, and keychain....
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date and Details
Koei Tecmo confirms Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3, 2026; includes base game, three DLC packs and collaboration content.
Velan Studios Confirms Development of Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2 — Demo Now on eShop
Velan Studios has announced it developed the new Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2. A demo is now available on the Nintendo eShop.
Kingdom Hearts Collection Requires 131GB on Nintendo Switch 2, $75 on Nintendo eShop
The Nintendo eShop listing for the Kingdom Hearts Collection shows a 131GB download size and a $75 price. Here’s what developers Square Enix and Nintendo players need...
Nintendo Direct: Major Nintendo Switch 2 Announcements and Release Dates Revealed
Comprehensive recap of the latest Nintendo Direct, detailing key Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch game announcements, release dates, and where to preorder on...
Nintendo Direct Reveals: Nintendo Switch 2 Lineup Including The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and KINGDOM HEARTS IV
Comprehensive coverage of the latest Nintendo Direct announcements for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, detailing release dates, platform exclusivity, and major...
June 2026 Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 Reveals — Ocarina of Time, KINGDOM HEARTS IV, Xenoblade Genesis
Comprehensive recap of the June 2026 Nintendo Direct focused on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch releases, confirmed dates, DLC plans, and major third-party reveals.
Minecraft on Nintendo Switch 2: Latest Report and What Developers and Players Should Know
A look at reports claiming Minecraft will arrive on a Nintendo Switch 2, verified background on Mojang and Microsoft, and what to watch for on Nintendo Direct and the...
Neo Geo Raycaster Modified: Community Expands Modern Vintage Gamer's DOOM Demo
Community developers have enhanced Modern Vintage Gamer's Neo Geo raycaster demo, showing early SNK hardware can run a simple DOOM-style engine. Read the details on...
Ninjala: The Uncharted Planet Announced for Nintendo Switch — New Single-Player Entry from GungHo
Nintendo and GungHo announce Ninjala: The Uncharted Planet, a new single-player entry in the Ninjala franchise for Nintendo Switch, due next spring.
Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 — Bubbly Basin Arrives in August 2026
The Pokémon Company International outlines a three-part paid Expansion Pass for Pokémon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 2, with Bubbly Basin launching in August 2026 and...
TACS Classic Collection launches on Nintendo Switch — Thomas Hopper anthology arrives on eShop
TACS Classic Collection, a 10-game anthology of Thomas Hopper's PlayStation Mobile titles, launches today on Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop for $9.99. Rock It...
Call of Duty Black Ops Nintendo Switch 2 Rumors Spark After PlayStation Store Backend Update
PlayStation Game Size flagged Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops II on the PlayStation Store backend ahead of a Nintendo Direct. Developers, historical release...
Spyro: A Realm Beyond Design Update — Toys for Bob Explains New Look for Nintendo Switch 2
Toys for Bob studio head Paul Yan details the visual evolution of Spyro in Spyro: A Realm Beyond for Nintendo Switch 2. Read about design changes, development...
Sega Clarifies Generative AI Use in Crazy Taxi: World Tour Following Steam Disclosure
Sega says generative AI was used as a reference tool for background assets in Crazy Taxi: World Tour, with human review of all final content. Read the developer...
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Generative AI Use Sparks Backlash — Sega Confirms AI Assisted Background Assets
Sega confirms generative AI was used to support background asset creation for Crazy Taxi: World Tour after fans spotted a disclaimer on the game's Steam page. Industry...
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Release Date Confirmed — October 15, 2026 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series
Konami, Evil Empire and Motion Twin confirm Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse will launch October 15, 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, with a Nintendo Switch...
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch This Winter
Nightdive's remaster of Eidos' seminal 1998 stealth title, Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, is coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 this winter. Read the...
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Uses Generative AI in Development — SEGA Confirms on Steam; Nintendo Switch 2 Release Set for 2027
SEGA confirms generative AI was used in development of Crazy Taxi: World Tour on its Steam page. The title is slated for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027.