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Mario Paint and Mario Kart: Super Circuit Icons Arrive on Nintendo Switch Online — How to Unlock Them
Nintendo Switch Online is offering new play-to-unlock icons for Mario Paint (SNES) and Mario Kart: Super Circuit (GBA). Learn how to claim the five Mario Paint and six...
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,...
Häxeri Steam Wishlist Surges as Tarpit Games Confirms 2027 Release Window for Dungeon-Crawler RPG
Häxeri is a retro-inspired dungeon-crawler RPG from Swedish solo developer Fabian Sorensson (Tarpit Games). The Steam page has attracted strong interest ahead of a...
A Link to the Past 3DS Port: Fan-Made Dual-Screen Release by EstebanPdN
A detailed look at a fan-made Nintendo 3DS port of The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past by EstebanPdN, its open-source roots, dual-screen features, and the...
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...
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...
Final Fight One Stage SNES homebrew recreates arcade's first stage on Super Nintendo
Homebrew developer Valdir Salgueiro has released Final Fight One Stage, an unofficial SNES recreation of the arcade classic's first stage that runs on real Super...
Surging Aura English Translation Released: 1995 Japan-Only RPG Localized by retrogamelog/sparkstar
A fan-made English and Korean translation patch for the 1995 Japan-only RPG Surging Aura has been released by retrogamelog/sparkstar, fixing a game-freezing bug and...
Nintendo Music Adds New Mario Kart World Tracks: DK Island Swing, Luigi’s Mansion Remix, Yoshi’s Island Jazz
Nintendo Music continues its weekly rollout of Mario Kart World remixes, adding tracks from Donkey Kong Country, Luigi’s Mansion, Flipnote Studio, WarioWare, and...
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...
Star Racer Coming to Nintendo Switch: Whatnot Games' Retro-Inspired Combat Racer Arrives on Switch
Whatnot Games has announced Star Racer for Nintendo Switch. Learn about the retro inspirations, combat-focused gameplay, Track Editor, local multiplayer, and...
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...
Besky Denies GenAI Use in Sonic and the Black Knight PC Recompilation
Developer Besky (BlindRedDog) publicly denies using generative AI on a fan PC recompilation of Sonic and the Black Knight following criticism of GenerationAmiga's...
Hyperkin SupaBoy SFC Reissue: Crimson and Prime Models Launching This Fall
Hyperkin reissues the SupaBoy in two new Crimson and Prime designs. Learn about the SupaBoy SFC history, hardware approach, launch window and what to expect from the...
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...
Star Fox Super FX 3 Upgrade: Sunlit Boosts SNES Classic Performance, Hits 20fps More Often
Sunlit's Super FX 3 upgrade for the original 1993 SNES Star Fox leverages Randy Linden's FX3 and MesenCE support to deliver 4–8x performance gains, rumble, and...
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...
Nintendo eShop Roundup: Digimon Story Time Stranger and Granblue Fantasy: Relink Arrive on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
Weekly Nintendo eShop roundup covering Digimon Story Time Stranger, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, new Nintendo Switch Online classics, Cozy Grove pre-orders, and this...
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...
Panic Bomber W Coming to Super Bomberman Collection on Nintendo Switch (Aug 20, 2026)
Konami will add Panic Bomber W to Super Bomberman Collection for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on August 20, 2026 as a free update, bringing the Japan-only puzzler to...
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...
Mario Kart Tour Ending in September: Pure Nintendo Podcast Breaks Down Mobile Racer's Sunset
Pure Nintendo Podcast examines the announcement that Mario Kart Tour will end service in September, plus hands-on impressions of Prideful Sloth’s Go-Go Town, demos,...
Nintendo eShop Update: Digimon Story Time Stranger and Granblue Fantasy: Relink Arrive on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
This week’s Nintendo eShop roundup: Digimon Story Time Stranger launches July 10 on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok arrives...
F-Zero 99 Nintendo Music Update Adds 44 Tracks and 1h44m of SNES Remixes for Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo Music has added 44 remixed tracks from F-Zero 99, totaling 1 hour and 44 minutes of music. The update is available to Nintendo Switch Online members via iOS,...
F-Zero 99 Soundtrack Added to Nintendo Music on Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo has added the F-Zero 99 soundtrack to the Nintendo Music app for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. The album includes 44 tracks and runs roughly 1 hour 14...
Viture Beast XR Review: How the Viture Beast Compares to the Luma Ultra for Nintendo Switch Gaming
A hands-on comparison of the Viture Beast XR and Viture Luma Ultra XR glasses, including field of view, brightness, tracking, comfort, connectivity, and real-world...
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Demo Arrives on eShop for Switch 2 — What to Know
Nintendo has released a demo of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on the eShop, playable only on Switch 2 and including the game's first chapter with save carryover. Read...
Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2 Review: Classic Shooter Reimagined for Modern Hardware
A detailed review of Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2 examining visuals, audio, controls, modes, and how the classic on-rails shooter balances nostalgia with modern...
Super Mario Sunset mod for Super Mario Sunshine arrives July 19, 2026
Super Mario Elements' Super Mario Sunset mod for the 2002 GameCube classic Super Mario Sunshine is scheduled to release July 19, 2026, bringing a sunset visual...
Stone Protectors 'Super Premium' Re-release Announced for SNES and Sega Genesis by 33 Games
Boutique publisher 33 Games is preparing a 'super premium' physical re-release of Stone Protectors for SNES and Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, featuring new art by RIKI and...
Go-Go Town Nintendo Switch Release: Prideful Sloth's Town-Building Sim Hits Version 1.0 on July 16
Go-Go Town from Prideful Sloth exits Steam Early Access and arrives on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 with a July 16 version 1.0 launch, native split-screen co-op, and a...
Pure Nintendo Podcast: Star Fox Deep Dive, Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Direct, and N64 30th Anniversary
A summary of the latest Pure Nintendo Podcast episode covering the new Star Fox release, a Splatoon Raiders-focused Nintendo Direct, the Nintendo 64's 30th...
Nintendo Switch 2 Revision Adds User-Replaceable Batteries in Europe — Full Specs and Timeline
Nintendo confirms Europe-only Switch 2 hardware revisions with user-replaceable batteries for the console and Joy-Con 2, plus updated Pro, N64 and GameCube controllers...
Wil Overton Super Play T-Shirt: Former Rare Artist Reimagines Super Nintendo Magazine Cover
Former Rare artist Wil Overton has launched a Super Play-inspired t-shirt range on Etsy, including a Metroid 'Super Play' edition that uses the magazine's strapline in...
Nintendo Switch Online and Nintendo Museum: Furukawa on Preserving Nintendo's Legacy
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa details how Nintendo Museum and Nintendo Switch Online fit into Nintendo's strategy to preserve and present its gaming heritage.
Limited Run Games Console Plans: Josh Fairhurst on Physical Media and the Future of Game Ownership
Limited Run co-founder Josh Fairhurst discusses plans to build a physically focused console, the state of physical media, and how boutique publishers and platforms...
Sandy Petersen Errors in DOOM Dial‑Up Anecdote Prompt John Romero Corrections
id Software co‑founder John Romero has publicly corrected Sandy Petersen's recent history of DOOM anecdotes, clarifying events around DWANGO, a SNES Wolfenstein 3D...
Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 Remake Review: Velan Studios’ Star Fox (2026) Reimagines Star Fox 64
A professional review of Star Fox (2026) for Nintendo Switch 2 by Velan Studios. Coverage includes release date, gameplay, modes, and multiplayer Battle Mode.
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...
Nintendo 64 30th Anniversary: Pure Nintendo Podcast Revisits N64 Nostalgia
Pure Nintendo Podcast celebrates the Nintendo 64's 30th anniversary, discusses Sonic's 35th year, launches a Demo Direct segment for Nintendo Switch demos, and...
Pure Nintendo Podcast Covers The Adventures of Elliot from Square Enix and Nintendo Direct Follow-Up
Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts Jemma and Kirk recap the latest Nintendo Direct, discuss The Adventures of Elliot from Square Enix, Tomb Raider, Wolf Among Us, Crazy Taxi,...
Star Fox Voice Cast Revealed: Full List of Actors in Velan Studios' Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2
Complete breakdown of the Star Fox (Velan Studios) voice cast for Nintendo Switch 2, including actor credits, reactions, and release availability on the Nintendo eShop.
LEGO Mega Drive Set Review: Authentic SEGA Mega Drive Replica and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Cartridge
An in-depth review of the LEGO SEGA Mega Drive set, examining build quality, piece count, regional options, and how well the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 cartridge 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...
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.
June Nintendo Direct Highlights: Switch 2 Ocarina of Time Remake and Major Game Updates
A concise breakdown of the June Nintendo Direct as discussed on the Pure Nintendo Podcast, covering the Switch 2 Ocarina of Time remake, Fire Emblem, Xenoblade...
BPAC Brisbane 2024: Brisbane Pinball and Arcade Collective Showcases Mario Kart 64, GoldenEye and Competitive Pinball
Coverage of BPAC Brisbane 2024 (Brisbane Pinball and Arcade Collective), including schedule, tournament highlights like the Brisbane Masters and Australian Kong Off,...
Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2: Velan Studios’ Remake, eShop Demo, and Takaya Imamura’s Praise
A look at the upcoming Star Fox remake for Nintendo Switch 2, including the June 25 launch, the new demo on the Nintendo eShop, developer Velan Studios’ involvement,...
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...
33 Games and Piko Interactive Partnership Expands Classic IP Revivals for Physical Releases
33 Games has announced a partnership with Piko Interactive to bring more retro titles to premium physical releases on platforms including Sega Mega Drive/Genesis and...
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...
Nintendo Announces DK Challenge on Nintendo Switch 2 — New Switch Online Challenges for Donkey Kong Classics
Nintendo has introduced a new DK Challenge for Switch Online on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering limited-time missions across NES, SNES and Game Boy Donkey Kong titles...
Street Fighter 6 Sales Surpass 7 Million, Capcom Confirms
Capcom confirms Street Fighter 6 has sold over 7 million copies worldwide. Read verified details on release history, platform context, and upcoming Year 4 content.
Soul Blazer Relocalisation Released: Fan Patch Updates 1992 Quintet/Enix SNES Classic
A new fan relocalisation for Soul Blazer updates the 1992 Quintet/Enix SNES RPG. Read what changed, who made it, and how it compares to prior retranslations.
Nintendo Classics App Update: Dataminer Flags 'Challenges' Similar to NES Remix
A dataminer report indicates the Nintendo Classics app files reference new 'Challenges' akin to NES Remix across NES, SNES and Game Boy titles. Nintendo has not...