Nintendo Plans Long Lifespan for Switch 2 as Hybrid Hits Nearly 20 Million Sales
Nintendo says it intends to extend the Switch 2 lifecycle in the same long-term way it supported the original Nintendo Switch, building the user base and sustaining...
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Toei Games: Toei Company Launches New Publishing Brand Targeting Steam and Nintendo Switch
Toei Company has launched Toei Games, a new game publishing label that will debut on Steam and target consoles including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox. First...
Nintendo Switch Ranks as Second Most Popular Brand Among Japanese Teens in Major Survey
A comprehensive survey of 37,000 Japanese teenagers reveals the Nintendo Switch's outstanding brand popularity, surpassing iconic names like Pokémon and Disney.
Jaleco Arcade Collection Full Lineup Revealed — 32 Classic Arcade Games Headed to PS5, Nintendo Switch and Steam
Box art for the PS5 physical edition appears to have leaked the full 32-game lineup for Jaleco Arcade Collection Vol. 1 and Vol.
SNES Castlevania Port: Rumbleminze Adds Toggleable 16-bit Visuals
Rumbleminze's SNES port of Konami's Castlevania gains a new preview build with a toggleable 16-bit art option, updated Simon sprite, expanded palettes, MSU-1...
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders: Global Fan Experiences and Launch Insights
Discover how fans worldwide secured their Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders, industry reactions to the preorder process, and what to expect as the next-generation hardware...
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Lineup: How It Compares to Previous Nintendo Console Releases
An in-depth analysis of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup, comparing it to previous Nintendo console launches and evaluating its position in the current gaming...
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Nintendo Switch Demos: Comprehensive Guide to Free Game Trials on the eShop (North America & Europe)
Explore a complete, updated list of Nintendo Switch demos available in North America and Europe. Learn how to download free trials, including notable games and...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Home Screen Revealed: Minimalist Design Continues Tradition
Nintendo unveils the first look at the Nintendo Switch 2 home screen, showcasing a familiar minimalist design with subtle updates for its next-generation hybrid console.
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Details Emerge Ahead of April Direct Presentation
Fresh reports suggest Nintendo is planning a June 2025 launch for the Nintendo Switch 2, accompanied by a structured three-phase software rollout. Here’s everything we...
Metal Gear Solid Easter Egg: Colonel's Joke on Mono Sound and Stereo Televisions
A deep dive into the Metal Gear Solid mono-sound Easter egg uncovered by iFixRetro, detailing the Hind helicopter sequence, developer Konami, and the game's legacy...
Retro-Bit Accused of Using Fan Translations in Retro Re-releases
Retro-Bit faces allegations from translator Krokodyl that several of its re-releases used existing fan translations. Retro-Bit has issued a statement acknowledging...
Nintendo Switch Anniversary: Reflecting on the 2017 Reveal and Anticipating 'Switch 2'
Explore the impact of Nintendo's 2017 Switch presentation, notable launch titles, and what the gaming community expects from the highly anticipated 'Switch 2' reveal.
Amiibo 2015: The Year Nintendo Transformed Collecting with Retail Exclusives and Record Demand
A detailed look back at amiibo's landmark year in 2015, highlighting Nintendo's retail-exclusive strategy, major releases, and the resulting collector frenzy that...
Rent-A-Hero Z Mobile Release: LINE NEXT Launches Rent-A-Hero Z on iOS and Android in Limited Markets
LINE NEXT and Sega have released Rent-A-Hero Z on iOS and Android in Australia, Canada and India as a limited roll-out to gather player feedback ahead of a wider launch.
Rent-A-Hero Z Shutdown: LINE NEXT Mobile Revival to Close Service on September 30, 2026
LINE NEXT and Sega confirm Rent-A-Hero Z will go offline September 30, 2026. The mobile release launched in June 2026 in select regions; in-game purchases end...
Transformers fighting game fan project by The Diepod uses Ikemen Go — a long-overdue one-on-one fighter
Pixel artist The Diepod is developing an unofficial Transformers one-on-one fighting game using the Ikemen Go engine. Coverage summarizes the project, credits, and...
Nintendo Issues DMCA Takedown for Pokémon Model Swap Mod for Palworld
Nintendo has issued a DMCA takedown for a Pokémon-themed model swap mod for Palworld created by modder ToastedShoes. The mod replaced in-game models with Pokémon...
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,...
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...
Intellivision Amico Refund Delays: CEO Phil Adam Confirms Staff Cuts and 2022 Shipping Target
Intellivision CEO Phil Adam tells pre-order customers the Amico project has reduced staff, is licensing IP to fund development, and is processing refunds more slowly...
Dr. Mario World Shutdown: Nintendo Confirms Mobile Game Will End Service on November 1, 2021
Nintendo has announced the end of service for Dr. Mario World, the iOS and Android puzzle game.
Pokémon Center Singapore 1st Anniversary Merchandise — Celebi & Lapras Pikachu Ponchos Released July 1, 2020
Pokémon Center Singapore marked its first anniversary on July 1, 2020 with an exclusive merchandise line featuring Celebi and Lapras Pikachu poncho plushes and...
Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Beta Sprites Leak Shows Gendered Designs — Reported 4chan Images Surface
Alleged beta sprites from Pokémon Diamond and Pearl have appeared online, showing distinct male and female design variants. The images surfaced on 4chan and were noted...
Thunderbolt Project Returns: Hiroshi Fujiwara and The Pokémon Company Release Black Mew Plush and Isetan Shinjuku Pop-Up
The Pokémon Company and Hiroshi Fujiwara revive the Thunderbolt Project with a limited Black Mew plush, apparel and a July 2019 Isetan Shinjuku pop-up. Details on...
Onimusha: Warlords Nintendo Switch — HD Remaster Review and What’s Included
A detailed look at Capcom's Onimusha: Warlords HD remaster on Nintendo Switch, covering performance, controls, presentation, and the absence of Genma Onimusha content.
Beholder: Complete Edition Review (Nintendo Switch) — Warm Lamp Games' Dark Surveillance Simulator
An in-depth review of Beholder: Complete Edition on Nintendo Switch. Explore gameplay, aesthetic design, control notes, difficulty modes, and how Warm Lamp Games'...
Mega Drive Megatron: Takara Tomy Arts Turns Sega Console Into Transformers Figure
Takara Tomy Arts revealed Mega Drive Megatron in 2014 — a NEXTA collectible that transforms Sega's Mega Drive (Genesis) into the Decepticon leader. Background on the...
PS4 Third-Party Support vs Wii U at Launch: What Killzone, CoD and Developer History Reveal for Nintendo Switch
A look at PlayStation 4's early third-party support compared with the Wii U launch, developer context from Guerrilla Games, and what verified launch data and...
Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy (Nintendo 3DS) Review — Level-5’s Final Professor Layton Adventure
A detailed review of Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy on Nintendo 3DS, examining Level-5's narrative closure, puzzle design, minigames, and production values in...