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Famitsu Weekly Sales: Switch 2 Drops to 24,928 Units as Rhythm Heaven Groove Tops Software Chart
Weekly Famitsu sales roundup: hardware numbers for Switch 2, PS5 models, Xbox, and top software rankings led by Rhythm Heaven Groove. Analysis of week-over-week trends...
Nintendo Remakes Strategy Explained: Miyamoto on Bringing Classic Games to the Nintendo Switch
Nintendo veteran Shigeru Miyamoto explains why remakes are central to Nintendo's strategy, highlighting how remastered classics on the Nintendo Switch and digital...
Nintendo Remakes Explained: Shigeru Miyamoto on Reintroducing Classics to New Players
Shigeru Miyamoto defends Nintendo's strategy of remaking classic games. This article examines why remakes matter, Nintendo's remake history, and how re-releases on...
Japan LDP Forms Parliamentary Group to Tackle Trading Card Counterfeiting, Scalping and Money Laundering
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party has announced a new parliamentary group to address counterfeit trading cards, scalping and money-laundering in a market driven...
Miyamoto on Nintendo Design Philosophy: Why Nintendo Prioritizes Fun Over Short‑Term Profit
Shigeru Miyamoto explains Nintendo's long-term design philosophy in a Famitsu interview, highlighting a focus on fun gameplay, creator-driven ideas, and franchises...
Game Freak Documentary Leak Reveals Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Scrapped Designs from Nintendo DS Era
An internal Game Freak documentary for Pokemon Diamond and Pearl has surfaced online, exposing scrapped creatures and beta designs from the Nintendo DS development...
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster on Nintendo Switch 2: 25th-Anniversary Port Delivers Modest Upgrades
An authoritative review of Square Enix's Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster for Nintendo Switch 2, assessing technical upgrades, included content, and historical...
PokémonXP 2026 Exclusive Plushies Revealed for Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco
The Pokémon Company will sell four exclusive plushies at the Pokémon Center pop-up during PokémonXP and the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, held August 28–30 in San...
Pokémon World Championships Plush Exclusive: 2026 Pokémon Center Pop-Up Pikachu, Charizard, Kirlia
The Pokémon Company will sell exclusive plush at the 2026 Pokémon World Championships and PokémonXP pop-up at Moscone Center, San Francisco (Aug 28–30). Details on...
Pokémon Sleep x Pokémon Horizons Collaboration Adds Captain Pikachu and Tinkatink to Mobile App
The Pokémon Company announces a Pokémon Sleep collaboration with Pokémon Horizons: The Series, bringing Captain Pikachu, Tinkatink, and third-anniversary gifts to iOS...
PS5 Physical Media Sales Plummet — What Sony’s 2028 Disc Exit Means for Switch and Retail Games
Recent Circana data shows dramatic declines in PS5 physical sales as Sony confirms production of PS5 discs will end in January 2028. We examine UK chart performance,...
Zorua Hide-and-Sneak Event Live July 19–27 on Nintendo Switch 2: How to Play, Multiplayer Rules, and Rewards
Everything developers and players need to know about the limited-time Zorua hide-and-sneak event on Nintendo Switch 2: schedule, how to join, multiplayer rules, update...
UK Physical Charts: Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Holds Top Spot as Nintendo Switch Titles Shine
Weekly UK physical sales chart roundup: Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced remains at #1, EA Sports FC 26 and 007 First Light occupy the rest of the podium, while...
UK Software Sales Chart Week Ending July 18, 2026: Assassin's Creed Leads as Nintendo Titles Dominate
Weekly breakdown of the UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026. Coverage of top placements, publisher performance, and notable chart entrants for...
Razer Pikachu & Eevee Collection: New Pastel Pink Headset, Keyboard, Mouse and Mouse Mat Announced
Razer has announced the Razer | Pikachu & Eevee Collection, a pastel-pink lineup of gaming accessories featuring a headset, keyboard, mouse and mouse mat inspired...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Charts: Splatoon Raiders Tops Week of July 19, 2026
Weekly Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for July 19, 2026 — Splatoon Raiders leads after pre-loads, new releases Denshattack and Go-Go Town debut in the top 15.
Pokémon Pokopia: Zorua’s Hide-and-Sneak Contest Runs July 19–27, 2026
The Pokémon Company has launched Zorua's Hide-and-Sneak Contest in Pokémon Pokopia, running globally from July 19 to July 27, 2026. Learn event times and rewards.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Review: Is the $90 Pro Controller Worth It?
A hands-on review of the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. Features, battery life, pricing, and alternatives like 8BitDo Ultimate 2 for Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch...
Japanese Patent Rejection Deepens Nintendo vs Palworld Legal Battle Over Touchscreen Mechanics
A Japanese patent examiner has rejected a Nintendo patent related to touchscreen monster-catching mechanics in the company's ongoing legal dispute with Pocketpair's...
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Tops Nintendo Switch eShop Charts — Week of July 18, 2026
Weekly analysis of the Nintendo Switch eShop charts for July 18, 2026. Coverage includes Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream reclaiming No.1, top download-only titles,...
Hallmark Nintendo Ornaments 2026: Tears of the Kingdom Link, Mario, and Pokémon Arrive July 20
Hallmark's 2026 Nintendo ornament collection, featuring The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Link, Fire Mario, Mario Kart Lakitu, Captain Pikachu, and Espeon...
Razer Pikachu & Eevee Collection: New Pokémon PC Peripherals Released July 2026
Razer's Pikachu & Eevee Collection debuts July 2026 with themed Kraken V4 X headset, Ornata V3 Tenkeyless keyboard, Cobra mouse and Gigantus V2 mouse pad....
LEGO Pokémon SMART Brick Hands-On: Pikachu Set and Charizard vs. Jolteon Details, Prices and Features
Hands-on coverage of LEGO's SMART Brick Pokémon sets: Pikachu Training House and Charizard vs. Jolteon Ultimate Battle.
Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution – Pitch Black Expansion Now Available — Mega Darkrai ex and Mega Zeraora ex Debut
The Pokémon Company International launches the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution – Pitch Black expansion, introducing Mega Darkrai ex, Mega Zeraora ex and new cards tied to...
Pokémon Pokopia: Zorua’s Hide-and-Sneak Contest Runs July 19–27 on Nintendo Switch 2
The Pokémon Company has confirmed the Zorua’s Hide-and-Sneak Contest event for Pokémon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 2, running July 19–27, 2026. Learn how to...
Rhythm Heaven Groove Tops Famitsu Japan Chart — Weekly Software Sales (Week of July 6, 2026)
Famitsu's weekly Japanese software sales for the week of July 6, 2026: Rhythm Heaven Groove leads Nintendo Switch sales, new releases include Magical Girl Witch Trial...
McDonald's Japan Pokémon 30th Anniversary Burgers: Charmander, Bulbasaur, Squirtle Lineup
McDonald's Japan has launched a limited-time Pokémon 30th Anniversary burger collaboration featuring Charmander, Bulbasaur, and Squirtle–inspired sandwiches. Read...
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Water-Type Event: Magikarp Tera Raid & Mass Outbreaks Through August 7, 2026
The Pokémon Company has launched a water-type special event for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on Nintendo Switch, featuring a Dragon-type Tera Raid against a Magikarp...
Nintendo Remakes: Why Nintendo Keeps Revisiting Its Classic Games
An authoritative look at Nintendo's long history of remakes, the differences between remakes and remasters, and the company's ongoing approach to revitalizing classic...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Updates: Fitness Boxing 3, Cozy Grove, Heave Ho 2 Lead This Week's Nintendo Download
This week's Nintendo Download highlights new Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch eShop releases including Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2...
Nintendo Download July 16 2026: Culdcept Begins and Moss The Forgotten Relic Arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch eShop
Full round up of the North American Nintendo Download for the week of July 16, 2026, including Switch 2 and Switch eShop releases, prices, and timed events such as The...
Pokémon UNITE Aeos Crown 2027 Tokyo: Unite Removed from 2027 Pokémon World Championships
The Pokémon Company confirms Pokémon UNITE will not appear at the 2027 Pokémon World Championships and will host a standalone Aeos Crown 2027 Tokyo with regional...
Pokémon UNITE Removed from Pokémon World Championships 2027 Lineup
The Pokémon Company confirms Pokémon UNITE will be dropped from the Pokémon World Championships Championship Series for 2027; a standalone in-person UNITE event in...
Pokemon Center Japan Mega Pokemon Plushies: Mega Greninja, Mega Starmie, Mega Lucario Z, Mega Zeraora Announced
The Pokemon Company has announced a new wave of Mega Pokemon plushies for Pokemon Center Japan, featuring Mega Greninja, Mega Starmie, Mega Lucario Z, and Mega...
Pokemon King and Queen co-evolution Revealed — Project Rex Details from Game Freak Teraleak
Newly surfaced materials from the 2024 Game Freak Teraleak detail Project Rex (Pokemon King and Queen), revealing a planned co-evolution mechanic, card-themed...
Pokémon Pokopia Zorua Event Live July 19–27 — How to Join on Nintendo Switch
Pokémon Pokopia's limited-time Zorua hide-and-seek event runs July 19–27. Learn how to participate, rewards available, multiplayer options, and what Nintendo Life's...
Zorua's Hide-and-Sneak Contest in Pokémon Pokopia: Event Details, Dates, and Rewards
Official event guide for Zorua's Hide-and-Sneak Contest in Pokémon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 2. Learn dates, how to participate, reward rules, and version requirements.
Zorua's Hide-and-Sneak Contest: Pokémon Pokopia Limited-Time Event Runs July 19–27, 2026
The Pokémon Company announced Zorua's Hide-and-Sneak Contest for Pokémon Pokopia, a limited-time in-game event running July 19–27, 2026 offering special items and a...
Digimon Story: Time Stranger Nintendo Switch 2 Review — Media.Vision's Creature-Collector Comes to Nintendo
A hands-on review of Digimon Story: Time Stranger on Nintendo Switch 2. Analysis of Media.Vision's systems, performance modes, combat depth, and how the Switch 2 port...
Nintendo Switch 2 OLED Report: ZDNet Korea Says Samsung Display Could Supply FHD Panels
ZDNNet Korea reports Nintendo is considering an OLED version of the Switch 2 with a Full HD (1920×1080) panel supplied by Samsung Display. Here’s what is known about...
Afterplay Cloud Saves and Browser-Based Emulation: Patrick Corrigan’s Plan for Retro Gaming
Afterplay is a browser-based emulation platform launched in 2021 by Patrick Corrigan that delivers cloud saves, netplay, RetroAchievements and a growing storefront for...
UK Software Sales Week Ending July 11, 2026: Mouse: P.I. For Hire Debuts at No. 7
Weekly UK software sales chart for the week ending July 11, 2026, including Playside's Mouse: P.I. For Hire platform breakdown, Nintendo chart placements, and the full...
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Tops UK Boxed Charts After 9 July Release
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced debuted at number one on the UK boxed charts following its 9 July release. Ubisoft confirmed sales of over 2 million copies; PS5...
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop Charts July 12 2026: Moonlight Peaks Claims No. 1
Weekly analysis of the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for July 12, 2026, including full All Games and Download-Only lists, top movers, and notable new entries like...
Pokémon Pokopia sales hit four million on Nintendo Switch 2, Koei Tecmo says
Pokémon Pokopia, developed by Omega Force and published with The Pokémon Company, has sold over four million copies on Nintendo Switch 2 in five weeks, according to...
Koei Tecmo on Pokemon Pokopia Sales: How the Spin-Off Became a Breakout Hit
Koei Tecmo president Hisashi Koinuma reflects on Pokemon Pokopia’s rapid sales and what the project means for Omega Force’s evolution beyond Warriors-style games.
Pokemon pricing leak reveals past consideration to raise Nintendo Switch game prices
An internal document from The Pokemon Company shows past discussions about increasing Pokemon game prices on Nintendo platforms and strategies to encourage players to...
Nintendo Switch eShop Charts (Week of July 11, 2026): Tomodachi Life Reclaims #1, Moonlight Peaks Debuts at #3
Weekly breakdown of the Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of July 11, 2026 — Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream returns to number one, Rhythm Heaven Groove drops...
Lego Donkey Kong Set Leak: Alleged Donkey Kong Arcade Model Reportedly Listed for August
A leaked image circulating on Reddit suggests a premium Lego Donkey Kong set based on the original Donkey Kong arcade game could arrive in August. Read the latest...
Nintendo Switch Game-Key Cards vs Cartridges: What Collectors Need to Know
A clear, authoritative look at game-key cards and physical cartridges on Nintendo Switch, how first-party and third-party releases differ, and what collectors should...
LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade Set — First Look at the Retro Arcade Build
A first look has emerged for a LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade Set, with leaks circulating online. Here’s the verified context on Donkey Kong, Nintendo’s history, and LEGO’s...
Pokémon GO 10th Anniversary Times Square: Niantic Recreates Iconic Trailer Finale
Niantic marked Pokémon GO's 10th anniversary with a Times Square takeover recreating the game's 2015 trailer finale and a special Mewtwo event. Coverage, details, and...
U-Treasure Pokémon 30th Anniversary Necklaces Now Available for Pre-Order
U-Treasure has opened reservations for a five-design Pokémon 30th Anniversary necklace collection. Learn which Pokémon are featured, reservation windows, and how this...
Pokemon Center Japan x Seth Wotherspoon Plushies: Pre-Orders Open July 23, 2026
Pokemon Center Japan has partnered with vintage designer Seth Wotherspoon on a patchwork-style Pikachu, Bulbasaur, and Charizard plush line. Pre-orders open July 23,...
Pokemon Center Japan x Sean Wotherspoon Plushies: Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charizard Pre-Orders Start July 23, 2026
Pokemon Center Japan and designer Sean Wotherspoon launch a vintage patchwork plush line featuring Pikachu, Bulbasaur, and Charizard. Pre-orders open July 23, 2026,...
Famitsu Japan Software Sales (Week of June 29, 2026): Rhythm Heaven Groove Debuts at No.1 on Nintendo Platforms
Weekly Famitsu sales breakdown for the week ending June 29, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove tops the Japanese chart on Nintendo platforms; full figures, platform...
Digimon Story: Time Stranger Review — Media.Vision’s RPG Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 (July 10, 2026)
An in-depth look at Digimon Story: Time Stranger from Media.Vision, its July 10, 2026 release, gameplay systems, and Switch 2 performance—what fans need to know.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Water-Type Event: Dragon‑Type Tera Raid vs. Magikarp and Summer Mass Outbreaks
The Pokemon Company has announced a Water‑Type special event for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet on Nintendo Switch, running July 17–August 6, 2026, featuring a Dragon‑Type...
Pokémon GO x McDonald's Partnership Returns on Pokémon GO's 10th Anniversary
Niantic's Pokémon GO announces a new partnership with McDonald's on July 9, 2026. Details are limited but the announcement coincides with the game's 10th anniversary...
Pokémon GO 10th Anniversary: Niantic Announces July 9 Livestream for Mobile AR Hit
Niantic will mark Pokémon GO's 10th anniversary with a livestream on July 9. Background on the game's 2016 launch, platform details, and what fans should watch for on...