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Atari CEO Wade Rosen Discusses Dream Remasters and Retro Game Preservation
Atari's CEO, Wade Rosen, shares insights on the company's retro game remastering ambitions, the importance of passion and commercial viability, and highlights classic...
Nintendo Direct September 2024: Multiple Sources Suggest Upcoming Showcase on Switch Anniversaries
Multiple credible sources, including VGC and renowned Nintendo commentators, indicate a Nintendo Direct is scheduled for mid-September 2024. Find out what this means...
Nintendo Direct September 2025: Potential Announcements and 40th Anniversary of Super Mario Bros.
Nintendo is expected to hold a Nintendo Direct presentation in September 2025, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. Learn what to expect from the...
Nintendo Direct September 2024: Date, History, and What to Expect
Nintendo is reportedly preparing a Nintendo Direct for mid-September 2024, possibly unveiling key updates on major titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Here's what to...
Nintendo Direct September 2025: All Verified Details and 40th Anniversary Context
Explore confirmed information about the rumored Nintendo Direct in September 2025 and its connection to the 40th Anniversary of Super Mario Bros., including platform...
Nintendo Direct September 2024: What to Expect from the Next Big Presentation
Nintendo is reportedly preparing its next Nintendo Direct for mid-September 2024, as confirmed by industry sources. Here’s what fans can expect and a brief look at the...
Nintendo Direct September 2024: Date Rumors, Historical Context, and Expected Announcements
Reports from multiple reputable sources suggest a Nintendo Direct presentation is planned for mid-September 2024. This article reviews the latest information,...
Final Fantasy XIV Director Confirms Positive Discussions for Nintendo Switch 2 Port
Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida discusses active talks with Nintendo for a Switch 2 port, aiming to expand the popular MMORPG's reach and accessibility.
Pokémon Champions Announced as Official VGC Platform for 2026 World Championships on Nintendo Switch 2
Pokémon Champions will serve as the official Video Game Championships platform at the 2026 Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco, launching worldwide for...
Pokémon Champions Release Date, Platforms, and Cross-Play Details Revealed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Mobile
Get the latest official information on Pokémon Champions, including its release date, platforms, cross-play support, and purchase models, as revealed by The Pokémon...
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Switch 2 Demo Impresses at 2025 Pokémon World Championships
The Pokémon Legends: Z-A demo for Nintendo Switch 2 debuts at the 2025 Pokémon World Championships, showcasing a bold new battle system. Early hands-on impressions...
Hirokazu Tanaka Reveals Inspiration Behind Metroid's Iconic NES Ending Theme
Discover how composer Hirokazu Tanaka was inspired by a debugger to create Metroid’s legendary ending theme for the NES, as the franchise nears its 40th anniversary.
Nintendo Direct Rumors Intensify as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Receives Korean Rating
Nintendo is reportedly preparing for a new Nintendo Direct, with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond expected to be featured. Sources and recent ratings hint at major...
Donkey Kong Bananza Launches to Critical Acclaim with Metacritic Score of 91 on Nintendo Switch 2
Donkey Kong Bananza earns "Universal Acclaim" on Metacritic ahead of launch, becoming Switch 2's highly praised first 3D platformer and highlighting Nintendo's bold...
Hitman: World of Assassination Faces Performance Hurdles on Nintendo Switch 2; IO Interactive Promises Summer Fix
Hitman: World of Assassination suffers from performance issues on Nintendo Switch 2, but IO Interactive is preparing a patch this summer. Learn how improvements will...
Donkey Kong Bananza Confirmed: Developed by Super Mario Odyssey Team for Nintendo Switch
Nintendo officially reveals that the Super Mario Odyssey development team is behind the upcoming Donkey Kong Bananza for Nintendo Switch, reaffirming its commitment to...
Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Remake Hints Grow, Actor Suggests Nintendo Switch 2 Release
Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag may be getting a remake, as actor Matt Ryan teases fans and Ubisoft shows interest in modernizing classic titles. Details on potential...
Nintendo Pictures Contributes Motion Capture Expertise to Death Stranding 2 on PlayStation 5
Nintendo Pictures lent its advanced motion capture capabilities to Death Stranding 2 for PlayStation 5, marking a notable collaboration outside of Nintendo’s...
Dbrand Offers Free Killswitch Replacements After Joy-Con Detachment Concerns on Nintendo Switch 2
Accessory maker Dbrand responds to Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con detachment controversy by offering free Killswitch replacements and pledging a design reevaluation.
Lies of P Developer Round8 Studio Celebrates 3 Million Sales with Rewards Amid Switch 2 Port Requests
Round8 Studio reaches a new sales milestone for Lies of P, rewarding its team with premium bonuses and sparking fan demand for a Nintendo Switch 2 port following the...
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Adverts Cause Release Date Confusion Ahead of Nintendo Switch 2 Launch
Nintendo Switch 2 advertisements at Oxford Circus spark rumors after Metroid Prime 4: Beyond mistakenly appears with an 'out now' label, ahead of its scheduled 2025...
Stellar Blade Reportedly in Early Development for Nintendo Switch 2: Shift Up Evaluates Port Possibility
Shift Up is reportedly exploring a port of the acclaimed PS5 title Stellar Blade for the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, marking potential cross-platform expansion.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World Chart Unique Courses on Nintendo Switch 2
SEGA's Sonic Team discusses Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds' distinct direction from Mario Kart World, development focus, and plans for the Nintendo Switch 2 release.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Link's Awakening Receive Significant Performance Boosts on Nintendo Switch 2
A detailed overview of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Link's Awakening performance improvements on Nintendo Switch 2, including release details, supported...
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch: Brick-and-Mortar Retailers Prepare with 'Out of Stock' Signs Amid High Demand
Nintendo Switch 2 faces overwhelming demand as brick-and-mortar retailers in the UK, Ireland, and US brace for launch with 'Out of Stock' signs, while Nintendo targets...
Nintendo Switch 2 Boot Screen Leak Reveals First Look Ahead of June 2025 Launch
A video leak provides gamers their first look at the Nintendo Switch 2 boot sequence as excitement builds for the console's official release on June 5, 2025.
How Procedural Generation Powered Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Development on Nintendo Switch
Discover how Monolith Soft leveraged procedural generation tools like Houdini to manage the extensive asset requirements for Xenoblade Chronicles 3 on Nintendo Switch,...
Yakuza 0: Director's Cut Showcases Enhanced Visuals and Multiplayer on Nintendo Switch 2
Sega highlights new features and enhanced visuals for Yakuza 0: Director's Cut on Nintendo Switch 2, including the debut of the English dub and multiplayer mode Red...
SNK CEO Kenji Matsubara Transitions to Advisory Role Following Notable Company Growth
Kenji Matsubara steps down as CEO of SNK, moving into an advisory position after leading significant expansion and transformation for the Japanese game developer.
Hideki Kamiya Expresses Interest in Devil May Cry Remake Amid Clovers Studio's Okami Sequel Plans
Clovers founder and acclaimed developer Hideki Kamiya discusses his willingness to remake Devil May Cry, reflecting on its legacy and modern game design, while...
Nintendo Switch 2: Joy-Con Controllers Redesigned to Combat Drift Issue
Nintendo confirms improved, redesigned Joy-Con controllers for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, addressing the notorious drift problems faced by the original model.
Tetsuya Nomura Retirement Plans and Kingdom Hearts IV: What the Creator Said
Kingdom Hearts co-creator Tetsuya Nomura told Young Jump he is weighing retirement against finishing the series, and is developing Kingdom Hearts IV with the intention...
Switch Successor Backwards Compatibility: Latest Rumours, Verified Context, and What We Know
Summary of recent claims about backwards compatibility for Nintendo's Switch successor, verified platform history, and reporting context from industry sources.
Nintendo Switch Nears 140 Million Sales, Still Trails PlayStation 2’s Record-Breaking Milestone
Nintendo Switch surpasses 140 million sales, but newly revealed figures from former PlayStation CEO extend the PS2's all-time record, redefining the console’s sales race.
Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date: Latest Reports Indicate Early 2025 Launch
Industry insiders and multiple outlets report that Nintendo's anticipated Switch 2 console is now targeting an early 2025 release, citing recent delays and Nintendo's...
Dead Space PS1 Demake by Fraser Brumley Released on itch.io
Independent developer Fraser Brumley released a PC demake of Dead Space with PS1-style visuals. The free itch.io build reproduces classic HUD design and dismemberment;...
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake – Ubisoft Removes Nintendo Switch Reference After Announcement
Ubisoft officially announces Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC, but quickly removes mention of a Nintendo Switch version....