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Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increase: Furukawa Signals Flexible Response to Component Cost Uncertainties
Nintendo confirms a Switch 2 price increase effective September 1, and president Shuntaro Furukawa warns component cost volatility could prompt further adjustments....
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Forecast: Furukawa Confirms 16.5 Million Unit Target
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa outlines Switch 2 momentum, citing Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Pokemon Pokopia as drivers and a 16.5 million sales forecast.
Nintendo Switch 2 First-Year Sales Reach 19.86 Million, Nintendo President Confirms
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa confirms Nintendo Switch 2 sold 19.86 million units in its first fiscal year, surpassing forecasts and driven by production...
Ratatan Cancels Nintendo Switch 1 Release: Focus Shifts to Switch 2 and Current-Gen Platforms
Ratata Arts has officially canceled the Nintendo Switch 1 and PlayStation 4 versions of Ratatan, focusing development on current-generation hardware like the Switch 2,...
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increase: Industry Pressures Could Force Nintendo's Hand, Says Former Sales Lead
A former Nintendo sales lead outlines the relentless industry and economic forces pressuring Nintendo toward a Switch 2 price increase, examining the impact of...
CRKD Unveils ULT PRO: Premium Controller for Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 with Advanced Features
Accessory maker CRKD announces the ULT PRO, a feature-rich controller compatible with Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, boasting TMR joysticks, multi-platform support, and a...
Starbites Switch 2 Game-Key Card Release Canceled: NIS America Confirms Physical Edition for Switch 1
NIS America cancels the Game-Key Card physical release of Starbites for Nintendo Switch 2, while physical copies for Switch 1 remain on track. Get the details on...
Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Dominates Japan’s Weekly Game Sales Charts Across Switch and PS5
Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined claims the top three spots in Japan’s latest weekly physical game sales, surpassing 450,000 units sold across Nintendo Switch 1, Switch 2,...
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Sells Over 1 Million Copies Across Nintendo Switch Platforms
Nintendo's latest financial report omits Metroid Prime 4: Beyond sales, but the company confirms combined sales surpass 1 million units on Switch 1 and Switch 2.
Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Announced: What to Expect From Third-Party Reveals on Switch 2 and Switch 1
Nintendo has officially announced a new Direct Partner Showcase for February 5, 2026, featuring approximately 30 minutes of third-party game news and updates for...
Nintendo Switch 2 Holiday Sales Lag Behind Switch 1 Across Key Markets
Nintendo Switch 2 holiday sales declined significantly compared to the original Switch in the US, UK, and France, despite solid performance in Japan. Industry data...
Nintendo Switch 2 Breaks UK Sales Records, Surpassing Wii U, Dreamcast, and PS Vita
Nintendo Switch 2 sets new UK sales milestones, outperforming previous consoles and cementing its status as the fastest-selling Nintendo system in UK history.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Announced for Nintendo Switch 1 & 2: Release Date, Features, and Series Timeline
Nihon Falcom and GungHo Online Entertainment confirm the launch of Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter on Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2 in Fall 2026. Explore the return to...
AdHoc Studio Confirms Dispatch Release Date for Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2
Dispatch, the superhero workplace comedy by AdHoc Studio, is officially launching on Switch 1 and Switch 2 in January 2026, featuring a stellar voice cast and...
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Launches With Free Upgrade for Existing Owners
Larian Studios releases Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, offering free upgrades for Nintendo Switch 1 players and enhanced performance for the...
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Delivers Stunning Visuals and Performance on Nintendo Switch 1, According to Digital Foundry
Digital Foundry praises Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's technical achievements on Nintendo Switch 1, highlighting strong visuals and a near-locked 60fps, even with...
Starsand Island Switch 2 Release Confirmed: Seed Lab's Cozy Life Sim Expands Platform Support
Seed Lab confirms Starsand Island for Nintendo Switch 2, featuring quality and performance modes, mouse support, and GameChat, alongside its original Switch release in...
Simogo Announces Legacy Collection and Switch 2 Editions for Lorelei and Sayonara Wild Hearts
Acclaimed indie developer Simogo unveils Switch 2 editions for Lorelei and the Laser Eyes and Sayonara Wild Hearts, plus announces the Simogo Legacy Collection for...
Donkey Kong Bananza: Why Nintendo Transitioned Development to Nintendo Switch 2
Explore why Donkey Kong Bananza moved from Nintendo Switch 1 to Switch 2, with insights from key developers on technical challenges and advancements in gameplay and...
Nintendo Switch 2 vs Switch 1: Pokémon Legends Z-A Graphics Comparison Highlights Performance Upgrades
Explore the detailed graphics and performance comparison between Pokémon Legends: Z-A on Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Switch, focusing on resolution, frame...
Nintendo Switch 2 Surpasses PlayStation 4 Launch Sales: Strong Growth in 2025
Nintendo Switch 2 achieves impressive sales milestones, outpacing both the PlayStation 4 and Switch 1 post-launch. Analysis by Circana's Mat Piscatella reveals...
Nintendo Switch 1 Backwards Compatibility: October 2025 Fixes and Updates for Switch 2
Discover the latest October 2025 backwards compatibility fixes for Nintendo Switch 1 games on Switch 2, including major updates, newly supported titles, and ongoing...
Persona 3 Reload Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2: Atlus Explains Platform Decision
Atlus brings Persona 3 Reload to Nintendo Switch 2 this October, with developers revealing the challenges behind a Switch 1 release and the reasons for focusing on...
KUUKIYOMI 4: Consider It Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with Enhanced Features and Discounted Pricing
G-Mode's KUUKIYOMI 4: Consider It introduces new motion-controlled minigames and special discounts for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch 1 players, continuing the quirky...
Hades II Launches as Timed Console Exclusive for Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 on September 25
Hades II lands on Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 as a timed console exclusive on September 25, with global eShop release times, pricing, and physical edition details...
Octopath Traveler 0 Digital Pre-Orders Open on Nintendo eShop for Switch 1 and Switch 2
Square Enix opens digital pre-orders for Octopath Traveler 0 on the Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, offering standard and deluxe editions with enhanced features and...
Sega Announces Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Demo Release Dates for Nintendo Switch
Sega confirms Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds demo launch dates for Nintendo Switch 1, with Switch 2 version slated for holiday 2025. Get the latest on availability,...
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Announces Open Network Test Dates for Nintendo Switch 1 and More
SEGA launches the Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds open network test on August 29, 2025, for Nintendo Switch 1 and other platforms, offering a deep preview of courses,...
King of Meat Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 Release in Early 2026: Amazon Games and Glowmade Update
Amazon Games and Glowmade have announced that King of Meat will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in early 2026, with Switch 1's version status currently unconfirmed. Find...
Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack Announced: DX Versions Launching on Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2 in November 2025
Koei Tecmo unveils the Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack with upgraded DX editions for Nintendo Switch platforms, arriving 13th November 2025—new characters,...
Nintendo Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility: Latest Firmware Update Delivers Key Fixes for Popular Titles
Nintendo releases new batch of backwards compatibility fixes for Switch 1 games on the Switch 2, improving performance and compatibility for select titles following...
Nintendo Switch 1 Price Increase Announced: Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Online Remain Unchanged
Nintendo reveals upcoming price increases for the original Switch consoles and select accessories, while keeping Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Online prices steady....
Nintendo Switch 1 Price Increase: New Pricing Announced, Switch 2 and NSO Remain Unchanged
Nintendo announces price hikes for the Switch OLED, standard, and Lite models in the US and Canada, while Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Online pricing stays steady.
Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted Set for Nintendo Switch Release With Enhanced Features
The remastered Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted heads to Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2 on October 23 with new HD visuals, co-op gameplay, fresh modes, and exclusive...
Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac Announced for Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2 with September 2025 Release Date
Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac is set to launch on Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2 on September 26, 2025, bringing updated graphics, new features, and exclusive bonuses....
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 on Nintendo Switch 2: Upgrades, Performance, and Known Issues
A detailed comparison of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch 1, exploring performance improvements, technical issues, and what players can...
Donkey Kong Bananza Transitioned to Nintendo Switch 2: Developers Discuss Enhanced Features and New Controls
Donkey Kong Bananza's developers explain the move from Switch 1 to Nintendo Switch 2, citing expanded destructible environments, new control schemes, and advanced...
NBA 2K26 Release Date and Switch 1 Version Confirmed: 2K Brings New Basketball Experience to Nintendo Platforms
2K officially announces NBA 2K26 launch date for Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2. Learn about pricing, cover star, and platform-specific features for Visual Concepts'...
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Switch 1 Release Date Set for September 2025—New Playable Characters Announced
SEGA confirms Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will launch on Nintendo Switch 1 on September 25, 2025, with a host of new characters from Sonic Prime, Yakuza, Persona, and...
Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Analysis: Familiar Design Retains Classic Analog Sticks
Early teardown reveals that Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con controllers resemble the original model, with no Hall Effect analog sticks. Find out what this means for players...
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Announced for Nintendo Switch Platforms – Creator Yasumi Matsuno Shares Insight
Square Enix has confirmed Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles will launch on both Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2. Creator Yasumi Matsuno revisits the game's...
Mario Kart World: How Nintendo's Tech Leap Enabled an Ambitious 24-Player Open World on Switch 2
Discover how Nintendo overcame technical hurdles to bring Mario Kart World—its ambitious 24-player open-world racer—to life as a flagship launch title for the Nintendo...
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Forecast: Nintendo Projects 15 Million Units Sold by FY2025/26
Nintendo reveals conservative sales predictions for Switch 2 and software, reflecting on declining Switch 1 figures and strong title performances.
Nintendo Projects Strong Nintendo Switch 2 Launch with Ambitious First-Year Sales Targets
Nintendo anticipates substantial demand for the Nintendo Switch 2, forecasting 15 million console sales and 45 million software units sold in its inaugural year,...
Nintendo Nears Sixth Place Among Japan’s Largest Companies: Market Valuation Surges Past $100 Billion
Nintendo's market value surpasses $100 billion, approaching the sixth spot among Japan's top companies. Details on Switch 2 pricing, hardware, and the company's fiscal...
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...
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Surge Signals Potential Record-Breaking Global Launch
Nintendo Switch 2's pre-order demand surpasses expectations with 2.2 million Japan registrations, hinting at a possible record-setting console debut according to...
Nintendo Switch 2: Top 21 Questions Fans Still Have Ahead of Launch
Discover the key questions Nintendo fans are asking before the Nintendo Switch 2 release, including features, compatibility, hardware, and more. Get the latest...
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.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Set to Feature 27 New Mega Evolutions on Nintendo Switch
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is rumored to introduce 27 new Mega Evolutions, including updates for fan-favorite Pokémon, as anticipation grows for its 2025 launch on Nintendo...