Nintendo Switch's Role in Japan's Console Market: Analyst Says Switch Prevented Collapse
Industry analyst Dr. Serkan Toto argues the Nintendo Switch's success preserved Japan's console market.
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 trailer breaks down Price on the run and Nintendo Switch 2 release
Activision and Infinity Ward's new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 campaign trailer spotlights John Price's manhunt, a North Korean invasion, and a dangerous new weapon...
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave — Intelligent Systems’ Ambitious Strategy RPG for Nintendo Switch
An in-depth look at Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave from Intelligent Systems, covering gameplay systems, story structure, character paths, and platform notes for Nintendo...
Time To Wake Up Nintendo Switch Announcement: Eye Blink Twice Brings Blinking-Based Thriller to Switch
Eye Blink Twice has announced Time To Wake Up for Nintendo Switch. Learn about the first-person psychological thriller, its blinking mechanic, and platform status.
Geoff Crammond Racing 4 licensing: MicroProse asks fans to rename legacy brands for Steam reissue
MicroProse's Steam reissue of Geoff Crammond Racing 4 (originally Grand Prix 4) hit licensing roadblocks, prompting a public community vote to supply...
Julien Seri on Robin Williams’ Zelda Commercials — Inside The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D Campaign
Director Julien Seri reflects on directing the emotional Nintendo ads featuring Robin Williams and his daughter Zelda for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D on...
Cairn Nintendo Switch 2 Release: The Game Bakers Bring Realistic Climbing Simulation to the eShop in Early 2027
Cairn from The Game Bakers is headed to Nintendo Switch 2 and the Nintendo eShop in early 2027. Read a detailed rundown of the climbing simulation, protagonist Aava,...
ONYX: The Dark Grip Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 — Bloober Team and Broken Mirror Games Announce Handheld-First Horror
Bloober Team and Broken Mirror Games have announced ONYX: The Dark Grip for Nintendo Switch 2, a handheld-first horror adventure launching digitally on the Nintendo...
Villion: Code Coming to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in 2027 — Idea Factory Localizes Kouji Okada’s New RPG
Idea Factory will localize Villion: Code for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 with a Western launch in 2027. The new school RPG from Kouji Okada features...
Looking for Fael Nintendo Switch Review — Puzzle Adventure Through Alternate Apartments
An authoritative review of Looking for Fael on Nintendo Switch, covering gameplay, puzzle design, visuals, audio, and the GameLeaf mini-game. Ideal for puzzle fans and...
BioEden Launches on Nintendo Switch 2: Focus Entertainment and Broken Arms Games Release Cozy Management Sim
BioEden, a cozy management game from Broken Arms Games and published by Focus Entertainment, has launched digitally on Nintendo Switch 2. Read our coverage of the...
Inside the Untold Nightmare: Ken Christiansen’s Abandoned A Nightmare Before Christmas Game Pitch
A look at Ken Christiansen's unreleased A Nightmare Before Christmas game pitch at Disney Interactive, how Capcom's Oogie's Revenge emerged, and the development...
Mega Man: Dual Override — Capcom Reveals Switch 2 Release, New Override System, and Gamescom 2026 Insights
Capcom discusses Mega Man: Dual Override development, Switch 2 release window (2027), new Override system, custom chips, 2.5D visuals, and music by Junko Karashima...
Ravenous Greed on Nintendo Switch: Lillymo Games Reveals Game Boy-Style Green Series Entry for Early 2027
Lillymo Games announces Ravenous Greed for Nintendo Switch, a Game Boy‑inspired platformer/shmup/rhythm hybrid arriving early 2027 as the first Green Series title.
Escape From Ever After Nintendo Switch Physical Release Confirmed by Super Rare Games
Super Rare Games partners with Sleepy Castle Studio, Wing-It Creative, and HypeTrain Digital to publish a 4,000-unit physical release of Escape From Ever After for...
Pokémon Blu-ray Collection: Amazon Lists 24-Film Poké Ball Box Set for $399.99
Amazon lists a 24-film Pokémon Blu-ray collection packaged inside a giant Poké Ball. Details on price, disc count, runtime, included films, and preorder status.
Android Sonic in Fortnite: How SEGA Approved Sonic Team's Collaboration with Epic Games
Sonic Team boss Takashi Iizuka explains how SEGA approved Sonic's Fortnite appearance by creating 'Android Sonic.' Coverage of the collaboration, platform context...
Lost Museum: Echoes of the Chromageists Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 — Summer 2027 Launch
Happinet announced Lost Museum: Echoes of the Chromageists for Nintendo Switch 2, a narrative-driven adventure from scenario writer Rika Suzuki, slated for Summer...
Poké Ball-Themed Hotel in Hokkaido: Pokémon Sleep and Not a Hotel Collaboration Announced
The Pokémon Company teams up with Not a Hotel to create a Poké Ball-themed lodging in Hokkaido tied to the Pokémon Sleep mobile app. Official trailer and webpage...
Aero Blasters (Air Buster) Mega Drive Loading Screen Explained: Kaneko Developer Breaks Down the ROM Compression
Veteran Kaneko developer explains why Aero Blasters (Air Buster) shows a loading/intermission screen on the Mega Drive/Genesis port. Background on the 1990 arcade...
What Have You Done Father Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date, 2K Upgrade, and What’s New
Making Port confirms a native Nintendo Switch 2 version of Darkania Works' noir thriller What Have You Done Father, arriving September 10, 2026 with 2K resolution and...
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Review — Capcom’s Samurai Revival on Nintendo Switch 2
A detailed review of Onimusha: Way of the Sword from Capcom, covering gameplay, performance on Nintendo Switch 2, release details, and demo availability on the...
Disney's Action Figure Face Off: Inside the Cancelled Smash-Style Fighter Pitch
A look at Disney's Action Figure Face Off, a cancelled Smash Bros.-style fighter pitched by Disney Interactive artists after Kingdom Hearts. Insights from artist Ken...
Stellar Blade on Nintendo Switch 2: Hands-On Demo Shows a Strong, Playable Port
Hands-on report from Gamescom 2026: Shift Up's Stellar Blade runs well on Nintendo Switch 2 with locked framerate, touch-screen enhancements, and faithful combat.
Donkey Kong Bananza Drumbeat Sound Design: How Nintendo Crafted DK's Transformation on Nintendo Switch 2
Inside Nintendo's sound design for Donkey Kong Bananza: how the Drumbeat transformation audio was created to work across button inputs and Joy-Con 2 motion on Nintendo...
Seasons of Books and Keys: Honobu Yonezawa Novel Becomes Narrative Adventure on Nintendo Switch
Seasons of Books and Keys, developed by Shueisha Games and iMel Inc., adapts Honobu Yonezawa's bestselling mystery for Nintendo Switch with full voice acting and a new...
SaveMGO Referenced in Metal Gear Solid 4 Master Collection Volume 2 Executable
A community preservation project, SaveMGO, is referenced inside the executable for the Master Collection Volume 2 rerelease of Metal Gear Solid 4. This article...
SaveMGO Referenced in Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 Executable
A reference to the SaveMGO preservation project has been found inside the Master Collection Volume 2 rerelease of Metal Gear Solid 4, underscoring community efforts to...
LEGO Pokémon SMART Play Review: Hands-On with Jigglypuff, Squirtle, Gengar and More
A hands-on review of the LEGO Pokémon SMART Play sets, their SMART Brick and SMART Tag compatibility, and how the five compact sets perform as interactive toys and...
Nintendo Download: Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta, ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2
A complete roundup of this week’s Nintendo Download: Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta dates, pre-orders and launch windows, ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition on...
Nintendo Download August 27, 2026: Elden Ring, Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, and Blockbuster eShop Sale
Full North American Nintendo Download report for the week of August 27, 2026, including Switch 2 and Switch releases, prices, release dates, and eShop Blockbuster Sale...
Nintendo eShop Update: New Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Releases Plus Sales (Aug 28–Sep 2)
The latest Nintendo eShop update for North America delivers new Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch releases, including Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and Metal Gear...
MR. RECORDS trailer: Glee-Cheese and Wired Productions unveil psychedelic rhythm-adventure
MR. RECORDS is a rhythm-adventure from developer Glee-Cheese and publisher Wired Productions.
James Pond Legacy collection controversy: Creator Chris Sorrell criticizes System 3 and AI asset claims
Chris Sorrell, creator of James Pond, has publicly criticized System 3's James Pond Legacy collection and questioned the provenance of its artwork and trailer amid...
European Nintendo Downloads Week of August 27, 2026: Switch 2 and Switch eShop Updates Include Metal Gear Solid, Elden Ring, Call of Duty Beta
A comprehensive look at Nintendo's European eShop update for the week of August 27, 2026, covering Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch retail and digital releases including...
Nintendo eShop Update Europe: New Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Releases (Week of August 28-29)
This week's Nintendo eShop update in Europe adds new Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch releases, including Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and Metal Gear Solid:...
Mr. Records Nintendo Switch 2: Wired Productions Announces Rhythm Adventure from Glee-Cheese Studio
Wired Productions and Glee-Cheese Studio have announced Mr. Records for Nintendo Switch 2 — a rhythm-driven adventure starring George and his dog Buzz, featuring 40+...
Age Twisters announced for Nintendo Switch 2 — co-op adventure from Krafton and Piccolo Studio
Krafton and Piccolo Studio have announced Age Twisters for Nintendo Switch 2. This two-player co-op narrative adventure uses age-changing mechanics and supports...
Super Rare Games Bundles The Case of the Golden Idol and Rise of the Golden Idol on One Nintendo Switch Cartridge
Super Rare Games is releasing a limited physical bundle — The Golden Idol Saga — that packages The Case of the Golden Idol and Rise of the Golden Idol together on a...
Ninja JaJaMaru: Yokai Night Parade Revealed — City Connection Announces 2027 Hack-and-Slash RPG for Switch 2, PC, and PS5
City Connection has fully revealed Ninja JaJaMaru: Yokai Night Parade, a hack-and-slash RPG launching sometime in 2027 for Nintendo Switch 2, PC, and PlayStation 5....
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Code-in-Box Distribution Confirmed by Retailer
Video Games Plus says the Nintendo Switch 2 release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be distributed as a code in a box, declining to sell non-physical packages....
The Arcade 1971–1999: Bitmap Books' Definitive History of Classic Coin-Ops
Bitmap Books and Paul Drury publish The Arcade 1971–1999 on Sept 22, 2026 — a 408-page oral history with contributions from arcade pioneers, a Nolan Bushnell foreword,...
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 Reportedly a 'Code-in-Box' Physical Release
New reports from Video Games Plus indicate the Switch 2 retail edition of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be a code-in-box download; here's what is known about...
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Switch 2 Physical Release Confirmed as Code-in-Box by Amazon Listing
An Amazon listing and distributor reporting confirm Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be sold as a code-in-box physical edition for Nintendo Switch 2 ahead of the...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Update: Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, and August 27–September 2, 2026 Release Schedule
Nintendo has updated the Japanese eShop release schedule for the week of August 27, 2026, listing Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection...
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Reportedly a Code-in-Box Release on Nintendo Switch 2, Retailer Says
Video Games Plus reports Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will ship as a code-in-box release for the Nintendo Switch 2. Retailer says it will refuse to stock...
Switch 2 eShop File Sizes: Elden Ring, Metal Gear Solid Master Collection and Full Switch Roster
Regional eShop listings reveal file sizes for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch releases, including Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and Metal Gear Solid: Master...
Polaroid x Pokémon Cameras: Official Pokémon Center Release, Prices, and Release Dates
Polaroid and The Pokémon Company launch a themed camera range including Poké Ball, Pikachu, and Sylveon Polaroid Now Gen 3 models. Pre-orders open August 25 with full...
The Duskbloods class leak: 14 playable character archetypes attributed to FromSoftware
Leaked materials purporting to be from FromSoftware's The Duskbloods outline 14 blood-themed classes ahead of an alleged closed network test. Read a clear, factual...
OoT unJPEG: Reonu Recreates Ocarina of Time Prerenders in 3D for N64 and PC
Spanish modder Reonu is rebuilding The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time's pre-rendered backgrounds in 3D. The OoT unJPEG project targets real N64 hardware and a PC mod...
Nintendo Switch Online Maintenance Schedule — Week of August 16, 2026
Nintendo has published its maintenance schedule for the week of August 16, 2026. Two Nintendo Switch Online sessions affecting Switch and Switch 2 are planned; full...
Oblivion Remastered Nintendo Switch 2 Physical Release Listed on NintendoSoup Store
NintendoSoup Store is listing a physical Nintendo Switch 2 release for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Deluxe Edition, including expansions and a Game Card —...
Hazard Pay Nintendo Switch Release Date Confirmed — Numskull Games and Smitner Studio Announce 10 September 2026
Numskull Games and Smitner Studio confirm Hazard Pay for Nintendo Switch on 10 September 2026. Read about the dystopian pixel-art block-pushing puzzle, gameplay...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop File Sizes Revealed: DayZ, Starsand Island, Wobbly Life and Full Switch Roundup
eShop listings in North America, Europe and Japan list download file sizes for several Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch titles, including DayZ: Cool Edition,...
Platonica Space Nintendo Switch Release Date Confirmed — Kamitsubaki Studio's Psychological Adventure Arrives August 27, 2026
Kamitsubaki Studio and creator Kazuhide Oka have confirmed a Nintendo Switch version of Platonica Space, a psychological space-exploration adventure arriving August...
Michael Cranford Returns to Finish Shadow Snare on Commodore 64
Veteran designer Michael Cranford has resumed development of Adventure 2: Shadow Snare as a native Commodore 64 CRPG, working in 6502 assembly and showing a playable...
Mind Diver on Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date, Price, and Key Details (August 27, 2026)
Playism and Indoor Sunglasses confirmed Mind Diver for Nintendo Switch 2 on August 27, 2026. Read the full details on price, languages, gameplay systems, and developer...
Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2 Review: Portability vs. Performance for Bethesda's Classic
A close look at The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2 — release details, performance, and how Bethesda and Virtuos handled the 2006 classic...
Shellbound Nintendo Switch 2 Release Confirmed for Summer 2028 — Fake Lobster and Kinetic Publishing Announce Metroidvania
Shellbound, a Metroidvania set on a colossal snail, is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in Summer 2028. Fake Lobster and Kinetic Publishing reveal gameplay systems...
Kesu-Ji Nintendo Switch Release: Peakvox Announces Fall 2026 Launch for Merge-Based Puzzle Action
Peakvox has announced Kesu-Ji for Nintendo Switch with a Fall 2026 release window. The merge-based puzzle-action title features six distinct modes, online...