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Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale: Nintendo eShop 30% Off Nearly 100 Nintendo Switch Games
Nintendo's Customer Appreciation sale is live on the Nintendo eShop with roughly 100 Nintendo Switch titles discounted around 30 percent. Highlights include Super...
Duskfade review: A heartfelt PS2-era homage on Nintendo Switch 2
Comprehensive review of Duskfade on Nintendo Switch 2 — analysis of story, platforming, combat, visuals and audio, plus a 7.5/10 verdict for fans of 3D action-adventures.
Super Mario Bros. Mushroom Trick Explained: Hidden Easter Egg on the NES
A surprising Super Mario Bros. quirk discovered on the NES shows mushrooms remaining collectible after falling into pits.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Nintendo Switch 2: Hamaguchi Confirms Strong Sales and Return to Nintendo Hardware
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi discusses bringing the Final Fantasy 7 Remake series to Nintendo Switch 2, sales performance, multiplatform strategy, and the...
Big Walk review: House House’s online co-op puzzler on Nintendo Switch 2
A critical look at Big Walk on Nintendo Switch 2 from veteran indie developer House House. Read an informed review of its online-only co-op design, puzzle structure,...
Nintendo Direct Switch 2 Lineup Revealed: Metroid Ravenous, Kirby and the World Beyond Lead 2027 Releases
A full breakdown of the latest Nintendo Direct showcasing major first- and third-party releases for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, including release dates,...
Nintendo Direct Reveals Nintendo Switch 2 Games Lineup Including Metroid Ravenous and Kirby and the World Beyond
A comprehensive breakdown of the Nintendo Direct showcase detailing new Nintendo Switch 2 exclusives, remasters, release dates and platform upgrades for titles like...
September 2026 Nintendo Direct Recap: Major Nintendo Switch 2 Games and Release Dates
Comprehensive recap of the September 2026 Nintendo Direct covering Nintendo Switch 2 reveals, release dates, and key titles including Metroid Ravenous, Kirby and the...
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 on Nintendo Switch — What’s Included and How the Ports Perform
A focused look at Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 for Nintendo Switch, detailing included games, bonus materials, original platforms, developer involvement,...
Jaleco Sports Faceoffs on Nintendo Switch: Rock It Games Launches Classic NES/SNES Sports Collection
Rock It Games has launched Jaleco Sports Faceoffs for Nintendo Switch, a retro compilation of NES and SNES sports titles including Pro Sport Hockey, USA Ice Hockey,...
LEGO PlayStation Release Date: Sony x LEGO 1,911-Piece Console Set Launches in October
Sony and LEGO have revealed the LEGO PlayStation set: a 1,911-piece, 18+ collectible modeled on the original PlayStation. Available to LEGO Insiders October 1 and on...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Update: Orbitals, NBA 2K27, Onimusha and This Week’s New Releases
A comprehensive roundup of this week’s Nintendo eShop update for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, including Orbitals, NBA 2K27, Onimusha: Way of the Sword,...
Super Mario Bros NES Trick: 'Mushroom Sky Save' Rediscovered on X
A viral clip shared on X shows an obscure Super Mario Bros NES trick in World 1-1 that rescues the Super Mushroom using screen wraparound. Developer and platform...
Nintendo Classics Adds Ikari Warriors, R.C. Pro-AM II and Ninja Gaiden III to Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo has added Ikari Warriors, R.C. Pro-AM II and Ninja Gaiden III to the Nintendo Classics collection on Nintendo Switch Online, bringing classic NES-era action...
Denshattack! Nintendo Switch 2 Review — High-Speed Train Skating and Stylish Indie Action
A detailed review of Denshattack! on Nintendo Switch 2: gameplay mechanics, structure, controls, visuals, and why this indie arcade-action title stands out with its...
Ninja Gaiden III, Ikari Warriors, and R.C. Pro‑Am II Join Nintendo Switch Online NES Catalogue
Nintendo has added Ninja Gaiden III, Ikari Warriors, and R.C. Pro‑Am II to the Nintendo Switch Online NES catalogue (Dragon Buster replaces R.C.
Nintendo Classics NES Update Adds Ninja Gaiden III, Ikari Warriors, R.C. Pro-Am II to Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo Switch Online's Nintendo Classics library has added three NES titles — Ninja Gaiden III, Ikari Warriors, and R.C. Pro-Am II — giving subscribers new retro...
Nintendo Switch Online Adds Ninja Gaiden 3, Ikari Warriors, and R.C. Pro-Am 2 to NES Library
Nintendo Switch Online expands its NES lineup with Ninja Gaiden 3: The Ancient Ship of Doom, Ikari Warriors, and R.C. Pro-Am 2, available now to standard members on...
Cybernetic Attack Final Mission Remaster Announced by Tengo Project — Modern Update to Natsume's Final Mission
Tengo Project and publisher Winning Entertainment Group announced Cybernetic Attack Final Mission, a remaster of Natsume's 1990 Famicom shooter Final Mission. The...
Ground Zero Hero Review: Bullet-Hell Roguelike Brings Mutant Mayhem to Nintendo Switch
Ground Zero Hero delivers a fast, chaotic bullet-hell roguelike experience on Nintendo Switch. Read our detailed review of gameplay, mechanics, level design, and how...
The Battle of Olympus Steam Remake: Original Developers Rebuild 1988 NES Classic
INFINITY Co.,Ltd.'s remake of The Battle of Olympus is now in Early Access on Steam. Original creators Yukio Horimoto and Reiko Oshida have reformed their studio to...
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Hike Confirmed: $499.99 Console, Mario Kart World Bundle, Witcher 3 Switch 2 Upgrade and Wii U Service Revival
Covering confirmed Nintendo Switch 2 pricing changes, the Mario Kart World bundle, CD Projekt Red's free Witcher 3 Switch 2 upgrade, Protarium's Wii U service...
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...
Mega Man: Dual Override Switch 2 Gameplay Revealed in New VGC Footage
VGC's near-10-minute gameplay video of Mega Man: Dual Override on Switch 2 shows selectable power-ups, a new Robot Master Twinkle Girl, a Proto Man cameo, and confirms...
Nintendo 64DD Prototype Sells on Mercari: Transparent Unit Fetches Approximately $7,000
A Japan-only Nintendo 64 peripheral prototype recently appeared on Mercari and reportedly sold for around $7,000. Hard4Games and social media users shared images and...
Bubble Bobble NES Release on Nintendo Switch 2: Hamster Brings the Classic to PS5 and eShop
Hamster Corporation is releasing the NES version of Bubble Bobble on Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 via Arcade Archives on August 26, 2026. Read release details, historical...
Duskblood Network Test Impressions: Pure Nintendo Podcast Recap and Gamescom Preview
Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts Jemma and Kirk recap impressions from the recent Duskblood network test, preview Gamescom coverage, discuss Kingdom Hearts updates, and...
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date, Pre-Orders, and eShop Lineup
Nintendo confirms Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 arriving Aug. 28, alongside Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.
Nintendo Download Week of August 20, 2026: DayZ, 1000xResist, Wobbly Life Arrive on Nintendo eShop
Full North American Nintendo Download roundup for the week of August 20, 2026, covering Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 releases including DayZ, 1000xResist,...
Splatoon Raiders Review: Nintendo's Splatoon Spin-Off on Nintendo Switch 2
An authoritative review of Splatoon Raiders from Nintendo EPD for Nintendo Switch 2, covering single-player design, Deep Cut characters, progression, online assist...
eFootball Kick-Off on Nintendo Switch 2: Konami's Accessible Soccer Entry Reviewed
An in-depth look at Konami's eFootball Kick-Off on Nintendo Switch 2, covering controls, modes, visuals, and local multiplayer—what the eFootball brand brings to...
Pure Nintendo Podcast Covers Switch 2 Talk, Elder Scrolls IV and Dave the Diver DLC
Coverage of the latest Pure Nintendo Podcast episode, including Switch 2 discussion, Elder Scrolls IV commentary, Dave the Diver DLC mentions, and event news from the...
Super Metroid Development: Yoshio Sakamoto Recalls Long Hours at Nintendo's Higashiyama HQ
Yoshio Sakamoto reflects on the intense development of Super Metroid at Nintendo's Higashiyama headquarters. Read a firsthand account of the team's long hours,...
Z for 2 Zelda Hack Brings Two-Player Co-op to 1986 The Legend of Zelda (NES)
Z for 2 is a newly released ROM hack by Deric Miller that converts the 1986 NES classic The Legend of Zelda into a two-player simultaneous cooperative experience....
V'Ball Nintendo Switch Release: Hamster Brings Technos Japan's 1988 Beach Volleyball Arcade to Modern Platforms
Hamster's Arcade Archives release of Technos Japan's V'Ball launches August 13, 2026 on Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S with added modes,...
Metroid Prime Origins demake: Lv.4 GAMES reimagines Metroid Prime as an NES-style 2D adventure
Lv.4 GAMES has released Metroid Prime Origins, an NES-inspired 2D demake of the 2002 GameCube classic. Read verified details on the project, its scope, and where to...
Pure Nintendo Podcast Breaks Down Nintendo Direct Focused on Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts analyze a Nintendo Direct centered on Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, discuss Zelda movie casting news, revisit Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and...
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch: Why Monolith Soft's 2017 JRPG Still Matters
A concise look at Xenoblade Chronicles 2 from developer Monolith Soft: release history, core story and systems, expansion notes, and why the 2017 Nintendo Switch JRPG...
Shatterhand Nintendo Switch Release Confirms JALECOlle Famicom Ver. Hits Two-Year Milestone
City Connection will bring Jaleco-published NES classic Shatterhand to Nintendo Switch next month as its JALECOlle Famicom Ver. retro series marks two years.
Super Mario Land 1 + ½ Demo Reimagines Super Mario Land’s Opening Level for Game Boy Color
A detailed look at the fan-made Super Mario Land 1 + ½ demo by 2BitCrook and collaborators, rebuilt in GB Studio for Game Boy Color and emulators and inspired by Super...
VITURE Pro 2 XR Glasses Offer Comfortable, Affordable XR for Nintendo Switch Players
Hands-on look at the VITURE Pro 2 XR Glasses: a comfort-first, $299 entry into wearable XR that pairs well with Nintendo Switch via VITURE Mobile Dock solutions.
Capcom Zelda Games: How Capcom's Flagship Earned Nintendo's Trust to Make Oracle, Four Swords and The Minish Cap
A look at how Capcom's now-defunct Flagship studio moved from proposing an NES Zelda port to developing Oracle of Ages, Oracle of Seasons, Four Swords and The Minish...
Mario B-Dash Bug: Miyamoto Reveals How Super Mario Bros. Mechanics Were Born
Shigeru Miyamoto explains how Mario's B‑Dash and other Super Mario Bros. mechanics originated from coding quirks and team creativity.
Super Mario Sunshine Switch Online Classics: Pure Nintendo Podcast Reacts to GameCube Classic
Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts break down the Super Mario Sunshine announcement for Nintendo Switch Online Classics, weekly game news, and coverage of releases like Final...
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Arrives — Latest Nintendo eShop Releases and Events
A roundup of this week's Nintendo eShop releases and events, highlighting Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, new releases, Madden NFL 27 pre-orders,...
EverDrive-64 Pro release: Krikzz launches advanced Nintendo 64 flash cart
Krikzz has announced the EverDrive-64 Pro, an upgraded flash cart for the Nintendo 64 featuring a Cyclone 10 FPGA, 128 MB SDRAM, native 64DD support and a €169 price...
Shigeru Miyamoto Reveals Super Mario Bros. B-Dash Began as a Coding Bug
Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto explains how the iconic B‑Dash in Super Mario Bros. originated from a collision-detection bug; details on the game's development,...
I Want a Room in Loopy Town English Patch Brings Casio Loopy Classic to Western Players
A new English fan translation of I Want a Room in Loopy Town! for the Japan-only 1995 Casio Loopy has been released.
Battletoads Cartoon Pilot: Inside DIC's 1992 Attempt and Phil Harnage's Account
A detailed look at DIC's 1992 Battletoads TV pilot, developer and writer involvement, and why the project failed to reach syndication. Includes new comments from...
Chase H.Q. ZX Spectrum: Mike Tyson Cameo Revealed by Ocean Software Artist
Ocean Software artist Bill Harbison reveals a hidden Mike Tyson portrait in the 1989 ZX Spectrum conversion of Taito's 1988 arcade hit Chase H.Q.
Shigeru Miyamoto Explains The Legend of Zelda Origins and the Role of the Famicom Disk System
Shigeru Miyamoto discusses how Western RPGs and the Famicom Disk System shaped The Legend of Zelda. Verified background on the game's 1986 debut, design goals, and...
Undiscovered Super Mario Bros./Duck Hunt Variant Found in Wisconsin Storage Box
A retro store discovery revealed 97 factory-sealed Super Mario Bros./Duck Hunt NES cartridges, an undocumented late-1993 variant authenticated by PSA and headed to...
Pure Nintendo Podcast Reviews Splatoon Raiders: Hosts Discuss Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Octopath Traveler, and Gamescom
Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts Jemma and Kirk share early impressions of Splatoon Raiders, discuss potential re-releases for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and Octopath Traveler,...
Dave the Diver In the Jungle DLC Review — Mintrocket Expands the Nintendo Switch Adventure
Dave the Diver – In the Jungle is the first paid DLC from developer Mintrocket, expanding the 2023 indie hit on Nintendo Switch and PC with new storylines, RPG...
Fitness Boxing 3 Switch 2 Edition Review: Camera, Boost Up, and Local Co-op Bring Home Workouts Up to Date
An in-depth look at Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer — Switch 2 Edition, covering the December 2024 base release, Switch 2 enhancements, new modes, pricing, and...
R-Type Dimensions III on Nintendo Switch: Post-Patch Remake Still Falls Short
An in-depth look at R-Type Dimensions III on Nintendo Switch, the ININ Games-published remake of the Super NES classic R-Type III, assessing post-launch patches, core...
Analogue Pocket SNES Core Save States Arrive in Experimental openFPGA Build
The openFPGA SNES core for the Analogue Pocket has gained experimental save-state support. Learn how this update follows MiSTer's 2024 save-state additions and what it...
Octopath Traveler Switch 2 Editions: Pure Nintendo Podcast Questions Upgrade Path and Save Compatibility
Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts Jemma and Trev examine reports about Octopath Traveler Switch 2 editions, discuss compatibility and upgrade-path concerns, and cover the...
Final Fantasy IV Originally Planned for NES: Tokita and Kitase Explain 1989 Shift to SNES
Square (now Square Enix) developers Takashi Tokita and Yoshinori Kitase confirm Final Fantasy IV began in 1989 as an NES project before moving to the Super Nintendo....
Donkey Kong Bananza Soundtrack Adds 229 Tracks to Nintendo Music on Switch Online
Nintendo Music's latest Switch Online update adds the Donkey Kong Bananza soundtrack with 229 tracks and 8 hours 36 minutes of music. Learn how to access it, required...