Nintendo Switch News
February2024
News Sony Lays Off 900 PlayStation Employees, Closes London Studio & Cancels Projects
Life is Strange dev 'Deck Nine' also axes 20% of staff
The video game industry layoffs continue with Sony's gaming division PlayStation this week announcing it would be axing "about 8% or about 900 people" across its workforce as part of an organisational restructure. This impacts employees "across all SIE regions" and several PlayStation studios...
News Nintendo Sets Its Sights On Switch Emulator Yuzu In New Lawsuit
It wants "a shutdown of the emulator"
Nintendo has always had an incredibly strong stance against video game piracy and it's now taking legal action against the creators of the Switch emulator Yuzu. As highlighted by Stephen Totilo of Game File, the Japanese video game giant known for hits like Super Mario and
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Is Apparently "Set Entirely Within Lumiose City"
Return to the Kalos region
Past Pokémon games have typically required aspiring trainers to go out and explore the world, but the newly announced Pokémon Legends: Z-A for "Nintendo Switch systems" could be a little different. In case you missed the initial announcement, this upcoming release will supposedly be "set entirely wit
Sweet little mystery dungeon
It’s nearly guaranteed that during any online discussion about a game of the ‘rogue’ genre, at least one sweaty person will eagerly emerge from the woodwork to say, “Well, ackshually, this game is a roguelite, not a roguelike.” Eyerolls aside, the distinction isn’t without merit, though ‘pure’ roguelikes...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Release Date, Everything We Know So Far
All details, updates, release dates, and more
Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the second Pokémon game to bear the Legends moniker, was announced at the February 2024 Pokémon Presents. We have very few details on what this brand-new game from Game Freak and The Pokémon Company is, but we've gathered those scraps together and put them all in one handy...
News OG Starter Evolutions Star In Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Tera Raid Events
Get catchin'
As part of the recent Pokémon Presents showcase, it was announced that Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are getting yet another Tera Raid Battle event. Well, three, to be more specific. Starting tomorrow (28th February, 2024), the OG starter evolutions will feature in separate Tera Raid Battle events, beginning with Venusaur. Blastoise...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Announced, Coming To Switch In 2025
Lumiose City will feature
Today's Pokémon Presents ended with a nice little surprise — a teaser for Pokémon Legends: Z-A, a brand new Legends-style game which is taking place in Lumiose City. The game will be launching worldwide in 2025 "on Nintendo Switch systems". The teaser didn't really show off much besides teasing some futuristic...
News Pokémon Presents 'Pokémon Day' Broadcast Runtime Revealed
A shorter presentation filled with "exciting Pokémon news"
With Nintendo's Partner Showcase now out of the way, our attention turns to the Pokémon Presents: Pokémon Day broadcast, streaming live later today. When it was initially announced for 27th February there was no mention of the runtime, but that's changed now that the Japanese broadcast...
News Disney Dreamlight Valley Gets A New Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Monsters, Inc. has arrived
After teasing a Monsters, Inc. update, the new update for Disney Dreamlight Valley adds Mike Wazowski and Sulley on 28th February 2024. This it the first major update of the new year, with the team excited to officially welcome players to The Laugh Floor. Below is a brief message from the team, along with the full patch...
Random Check Out This Cool SNES-Style Digital Game Manual For Pepper Grinder
Dig into the "free demo" today
During last week's Partner Showcase, Devolver Digital provided an update for game Pepper Grinder, revealing the action-packed platformer would be released for Nintendo Switch on 28th March 2024. Apart from a demo, which you can download now from the Switch eShop, Devolver Digital has now also shared a cool Super...
News Stardew Valley Creator Shares Update About Version 1.6 Release
March launch for PC and console "will follow" ASAP
Last month, Stardew Valley creator Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone mentioned how he was finally done adding "major new content" for the next update. Now, to mark the 8th anniversary of the game, he's finally locked in a release date for Version 1.6. It will be arriving next month on 19th March 2024, but...
News Reynatis Is An Urban Fantasy RPG From Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts Writer
Kazushige Nojima, Yoko Shimomura and more team up
REYNATIS is a brand new action RPG from developers FuRyu and Natsume Atari, and it's launching in the West in Fall 2024 on Switch. The game was revealed during the Japanese Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase this week, but publisher NIS America revealed earlier today that the game would be making its...
News New Metroidvania From CERN Physicist Focuses On The Wonder Of Science
Yeah, science!
Do you like Metroidvanias? Do you like science? You do?! Well good news, because the two are combining in Exographer, an upcoming adventure title from Abylight Studios and SciFun Games. Imagined by CERN physicist and sci-fi author Raphael Granier de Cassagnac, Exographer is a Metroidvania that ditches combat for science-based puzzles...
Rumour New Report From Nikkei Corroborates 'Switch 2' Delay Into 2025
Nintendo keen to avoid stock shortages
A new report from Nikkei Asia has corroborated previous reports that the 'Switch 2' - the affectionately named successor to the Switch - will release at some point in 2025, with the report stating that the console won't launch until March 2025 "at the earliest". Nikkei states that the reasoning behind the...
News Bravely Default Producer Says To Expect An Announcement This Year
Bravely Default II is now three years old
Bravely Default II has turned three years old after its Switch launch on 26th February, 2021, and to celebrate, producer Tomoya Asano has posted a commemorative message on X (formerly Twitter) while seemingly teasing an announcement for later this year. As spotted by X user Stealth (thanks,
UK Charts Mario Vs. Donkey Kong Slips Down The Ladder To Third
Unleash the minis
After its debut at number one last week, Mario vs. Donkey Kong has slipped down to third in the UK Boxed Charts, leaving EA Sports FC 24 and Hogwarts Legacy to take number one and two respectively. It's still a good showing for the plumber, however, with three Mario titles once again settling in nicely in the top ten. Elsewhere,...
News Another Humongous Point-And-Click Classic Is Coming To Switch Soon
Freddi Fish returns
Humongous Entertainment has already released some Freddi Fish games on the Switch eShop and next week it's adding another one. Freddi Fish and the Case of the Missing Kelp Seeds will return on 29th February 2024. Here's a bit about this title which was originally released in 1994, along with a look. You can also get a 20%...
News Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection Estimated Switch File Size Revealed
Make some space
Arguably one of the most exciting announcements during Nintendo's Partner Showcase was the reveal of Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection. It revives the OG Battlefront games and even adds some new content and characters like Kit Fisto. If you're wondering just how much space you'll need, the US and UK eShop listings have...
News Gundam Breaker 4 Blasts Onto Nintendo Switch In 2024
A closed beta will take place next month
In case you missed it, Bandai Namco announced Gundam Breaker 4 for the Switch and other platforms during Nintendo's Partner Showcase this week. It's arriving worldwide at some point in 2024 and will allow you to create your own "ultimate" Gundam and then deploy it across a variety of combat missions, where...
News Lady Gaga Joins Fortnite Festival Season 2
"Get ready to go gaga"
Season 2 of Fortnite Festival is now underway and as part of this the "legendary superstar" Lady Gaga (known for smash hits such as 'Poker Face' and 'Just Dance') has joined in on the fun as the festival icon. From now until 22nd April 2024, you'll be able to participate in the new festival pass 'Unlock your talent', and...
News Hand-Drawn Adventure 'Bo: Path Of The Teal Lotus' Launches On Switch This July
An action-platformer inspired by Japanese folklore
Following its successful Kickstarter, Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus has finally locked in a release date for the Nintendo Switch and multiple other platforms - with Humble Games and developer Squid Shock confirming it will be arriving on 18th July 2024. If you missed our previous coverage a few years...
News Mortal Kombat 1's Third DLC Fighter Joins The Roster Soon
Update: Peacemaker gameplay trailer revealed
Update [Sat 24th Feb, 2024 23:55 GMT]: In case you missed it, Mortal Kombat 1 has confirmed Peacemaker will be arriving next month on 6th March 2024, with the "Early Access" window starting next week on 28th February. In an update, it's now also shared the official Peacemaker Gameplay Trailer. Due to...
Poll What Switch Online Rare Game Are You Playing This Weekend?
Five more titles have joined the service
Five more Rare games have this week joined Nintendo's Switch Online + Expansion Pack service. The first four titles are available in the base tier and the N64 release Blast Corps is available in the premium tier subscription. With these games now available on the service, it's got us wondering which one...
Guide 35 Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games To Look Forward To In 2024
New Nintendo Switch games coming soon
Looking for the best new Nintendo Switch games releasing soon? 2023 was a banner year for the now-ageing hybrid console, and even if it looks like the Switch is winding down as it approaches its eighth year on the market, there are still plenty of beauties to pick up in 2024. In terms of first-party offerings,...
Guide Most Addictive Nintendo Switch Games
Just one more
Updated with Balatro. Enjoy (responsibly)! Video games. They can transport you to other worlds, put you in someone else's shoes, and artfully illuminate and educate while engaging your grey matter with entertainment of astonishing variety. There's no end to the incredible, life-affirming experiences on offer: from thought-provoking,...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 24th)
Jockey up
The weekeeeeeeeeeeeend *cough cough, splutter*. Sorry. Yes, it's the weekend, which means it's time to kick back and relax with some games. First, let's recap what's been going on this week. So the big news is, of course, that we had a Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, where the likes of Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, Epic Mickey:...
News Irem Collection Volume 2 "Currently Postponed" While Dev Fixes Issues With First Game
The next patch is coming ASAP
ININ Games has shared an official statement about its upcoming Irem Collection Volume 2 via social media, confirming the release has been postponed. The developer wants the sequel collection to be released in a state "that's as flawless as can be" rather than repeat the Volume 1 launch which was released with "several...
News New And Improved Nitro Deck+ Announced For Switch, Pre-Orders Live
Built on the foundations of its predecessor
Following the release of the Nitro Deck last year, the premium collectible brand CRKD has now announced the 'Nitro Deck+' - compatible with Switch OLED as well as the original model. Apart from "zero strick drift", this new and improved model comes with a "raft of new features" to enhance the overall...
News Brawlhalla Star Wars Event Adds Anakin And Obi-Wan Next Month
Get ready to "take the high ground"
Ubisoft's free-to-play arena fighter Brawlhalla will be getting an update soon that transports players to a galaxy far, far away. Yes, it's the Star Wars event featuring the fan-favourites Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi. The apprentice and his Jedi master, who faced off in the prequel trilogy and more...
News Nintendo Highlights February Partner Showcase Games With New Infographic
A bounty of Switch games
Did you miss the Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase earlier this week? Looking for a quick and handy visual for each and every title shown off? Well, you're in luck, as Nintendo has posted its usual infographic on Twitter for the latest Partner Showcase. Nintendo usually follows up its presentations with one of these a few...
News Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution GBA Limited Run Pre-Orders Now Live
Update: Get yours now
Update [Fri 23rd Feb, 2024 17:00 GMT]: Pre-orders for the physical GBA versions of Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution are now available, courtesy of Limited Run Games. Don't forget, these are only available until 7th April 2024. We've got all of the deta
Talking Point Which Xbox Games Would You Like To See Come To Switch?
Halo, is it me you're looking for?
After what felt like months of rumours, Microsoft and Nintendo finally put us out of our misery during the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase by confirming that, yes, select Microsoft-published Xbox games will be making their way to the Nintendo Switch to join the likes of Banjo-Kazooie on NSO, and the Ori duo...
News Octopath Traveler Dev Is Launching A New Dungeon Crawler Next Month
Sucks to be human
Acquire, the Japanese developer that worked alongside Square Enix on Octopath Traveler and its sequel, is self-publishing a brand-new dungeon-crawler called Ancient Weapon Holly on Switch next month. Launching 8th March, 2024 on the Switch eShop, the game stars 'human-hating' autonomous weapon 'Holly', who has been sealed within...
News 'Runner2' Leaps To Switch Next Week, Complete With Charles Martinet
He did a Runner
Charles Martinet may have hung up his cap as the voice of Mario, but next week you'll get to hear his dulcet tones in a new Switch release. On 29th February, the snappily named BIT.TRIP Presents: Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien is making the leap from Wii U to Switch (see what we did there?) with Martinet's narration pr
Guide 78 Switch Games To Pick Up In Nintendo's 'Play On Sale' (Europe)
Everything we've scored 9/10 or higher
Reminder: The Play On Sale ends this weekend (25th February), so be sure to grab anything you planned to before time's up. We've already got Telltale's Walking Dead First Season on Steam, but it's only £2.59!... What's that? Another Switch eShop sale, you say? Oh why not, let's have it. Yes, Nintendo's back...
News Pokémon Scarlet And Violet's Next Mass Outbreak Features A Mystery Pokémon
Update: This event is now live
Update [Fri 23rd Feb, 2024 07:00 GMT]: It's now been confirmed this mystery Pokémon is....drum roll...Hisuian Voltorb. This latest Mass Outbreak event will run from now until 27th February (Pokémon Day), so here's your reminder to join in on the fun while you can. Original article [Wed 21st Feb, 2024 04:45 GMT]:...
News New SteamWorld Game Sales Fell "Slightly Short" Of Thunderful's Expectations
It's also putting one SteamWorld project "on hold"
The December release SteamWorld Build has not met Thunderful's sales expectations according to its latest fiscal report. Thunderful CEO Martin Walfisz explained how despite "new momentum" the game had fallen "slightly short" of expectations. He further noted how the genre didn't really appeal to...
Rumour Xbox's Hi-Fi Rush Will Reportedly Launch On 'Switch 2'
It was revealed for PlayStation this week
Nintendo's recent Partner Showcase locked in two Xbox games for the Switch, but what about those Hi-Fi Rush rumours? According to Insider Gaming, the rhythm-based action game might actually be targeting a release on the Switch 2, so a possible announcement could still be months out. Here's exact
News Mother Creator On Third Game's Localisation: "Please Talk To Nintendo About That"
Mother 3 is now playable on Japan's NSO library
The 2006 Game Boy Advance title Mother 3 was re-released in Japan this week on the Switch Online service and it's reignited discussion about why there hasn't been a western localisation. The series creator Shigesato Itoi has reportedly been bombarded with all sorts of "complaints and requests" and has...
News The Denpa Men Return In New Free-To-Play Switch Game
Announced for Japan only
Japan's Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, which aired yesterday, had a fair few differences from ours. And one of the biggest of them was the announcement of The New Denpa Men RPG Free!, a brand new free-to-play game from Genius Sonority (thanks, Gematsu!). This is the first game to feature the Denpa Men since 2017's The...
News Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown Devs Promise New Content & Free Updates In The Future
Take your crown
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is already one of our favourite games of the year, and developer Ubisoft Montpellier has declared that it's "far from done" with the game post-launch. In a video shared on social media today, the game's director Mounir Radi thanked fans "for all the love" since the game's launch at the end of...
Talking Point Pokémon Presents Predictions - What Are You Expecting?
'mon Dieu
Following hot on the heels of the February 2024 Nintendo Direct, the inevitable announcement of a Pokémon Presents broadcast to coincide with Pokémon Day on 27th February came along. It's traditional to have a broadcast on this date — the anniversary of the first Pokémon games' Japanese debut way back in 1996 — and it's been a busy...
News Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Doubles The Length Of The Original
Take your time
In addition to the debut trailer for Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance shown during Nintendo's Partner Showcase, publisher Sega has provided an extensive look into the new game via a stream on YouTube. The 'Spotlight' goes over a number of new features players can expect in Vengeance, but if you're like us, then you might be wondering...
Guide How To Change Your Nintendo Account Region And Play Mother 3 On Switch
O Mother, where art thou?
Mother 3, the celebrated final part of the EarthBound trilogy (as it's known in the West), is available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers in Japan. As of 21st February 2024, the 2006 Game Boy Advance title is available as part of the Switch Online service's library to anyone with a subscription at the Expansion Pack...
Nintendo Download 22nd February (North America)
Pentiment! Penny's Big Breakaway! Inkulinati!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - Highlights: Pentiment (Xbox Game Studios,...
Japanese Charts Mario Vs. Donkey Kong Takes Its Fight To The Top
Over 60,000 copies sold
Mario vs. Donkey Kong has made its debut over in Japan to great success, shooting to the top of the charts with a total of 61,930 copies sold. This puts the plumber's flagship platformer, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, at number 2 with a total of 13,036 copies sold, cumulating in 1,745,124 since its release last October. The...
News New 'Plucky Squire' Gameplay Demonstrates Its Ridiculously Cool Concept
Yep, we want it
Devolver Digital has released a new gameplay video for The Plucky Squire to demonstrate its unique and, quite frankly, ridiculously cool concept. In case you've been living under a rock, The Plucky Squire is an adventure game in which you explore a 2D environment within a picture book while also magically leaping out into a 3D world...
Random Donkey Kong: Tropical Freeze Could Have Been About Alien Invaders
Donkey Kong Country: Independence Day?
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is all about snow; that much should be obvious from the game's title, even for those who have yet to play Retro Studios' excellent platformer. According to a recent interview from KiwiTalkz in which he chats with former Retro artists Eric Kozlowsky and Ted Anderson,...
News Another Crab's Treasure Is Looking Awesome As It Secures An April Release
Shellslike
Another Crab's Treasure, the quirky soulslike adventure from Aggro Crab Games, has secured a release date for 25th April, 2024 on Nintendo Switch. The news came via a brand new trailer broadcast during the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, which dived into some new story details while also showing off some sweet crab-action gameplay. The...
News Hori Unveils Guitar Controller And 'Guitar Life: Lesson 1' For Switch
Another announcement exclusive to Japan's Direct
Nintendo's latest Partner Showcase featured a lot of different announcements and some of them weren't even in the local broadcast. One surprise during Japan's stream was accessory maker Hori announcing a new educational game called Guitar Life: Lesson 1. It's a bit different to the arcade-style...
News Splatoon 3 Version 7.0.0 Is Now Available, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The Side Order DLC is finally here
Update [Thu 22nd Feb, 2024 04:45 GMT]: Here's your reminder that this fresh new DLC for Splatoon 3 is now available. You'll need to update your copy of the game as well, so it's running on Version 7.0.0. Enjoy! Original article [Wed 21st Feb, 2024 01:30 GMT]: Nintendo has announced it will be rolling out...
News Nintendo Releases New EarthBound Beginnings Switch Online Icons
Following the announcement of Mother 3 for Japan
Mother 3 got a surprise announcement for the Switch Online service yesterday, but the catch is it's only available in Japan. To add to the pain, Nintendo has now released new Switch Online icons based on the Famicom title EarthBound Beginnings. They will be available until 28th February 2024, so be...
Random Some Rare Fans Are Upset About The Latest Switch Online Announcement
"Rare Replay should have been announced on Switch"
The latest Partner Showcase from Nintendo was packed with all sorts of surprises and another standout announcement was the news five more classic Rare games would be coming to the Switch Online service. These titles include games like Killer Instinct and Blast Corps, and while it's welcome news for...
News Suika Game Now Has Local Multiplayer DLC, Online Play On The Way
"Make big fruit with friends"
One of the many highlights at Nintendo's latest Partner Showcase was the news the indie Switch eShop game Suika Game (Watermelon Game) would be getting a multiplayer mode. It's available on the eShop now and is priced at $2.25 USD (or the regional equivalent). This DLC will add not only a local two-player mode but also...
News Xbox's Pentiment Is Getting A Limited Run Physical Switch Release, Pre-Orders Live
Update: Available to pre-order now
Update [Thu 22nd Feb, 2024 20:45 GMT]: Pre-orders for Pentiment's physical release are now live on Limited Run Games' website. As mentioned below, a boxed version of the game will cost $34.99 USD and is due to ship in August. Original article [Thu 22nd Feb, 2024 00:35 GMT]: The Obsidian Entertainment game...
Poll So, How Would You Rate The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase?
A rebrush of genius?
Well, the sun has set on another Nintendo Direct, and this time, it was of the Partner variety. Dropped via 'on demand', we've had little time to truly digest what we've seen today, but by all accounts, it seems to have mostly been a success. We got news of not one, but two Xbox games coming over to the Switch in the form of...
Guide Nintendo Direct February 2024: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
Round Up: Everything announced in the Partner Showcase
The first Nintendo Direct of 2024 has been broadcast. The February 2024 presentation was a Partner Showcase highlighting Switch games coming from third-party publishers (so, not Nintendo) in the first half of 2024. Below you'll find the video of the full Nintendo Direct February 2024...
News Endless Ocean: Luminous Is Coming To Switch In May
The rumours were true
Following rumours that Endless Ocean might be heading for a revival, it's been announced that Endless Ocean: Luminous will be heading to the Switch on 2nd May, 2024. Originally exclusive to the Wii, the latest entry in the exploration series will feature online play for up to 30 players, so you can meet and greet your fellow...
News World Of Goo 2 Brings Gooey Mayhem To The Switch In May
Goo-dness me
The gooey classic World of Goo is finally getting a sequel on Switch with World of Goo 2, and it's heading to the console on 23rd May, 2024. The game looks like more of the same, which for us, is definitely a positive. It looks frankly bonkers, and we can't wait to start building ridiculous contraptions with the goo once again...
News Kingdom Come Deliverance Finally Has A Release Date On Switch
Royally invited
Historical action RPG Kingdom Come: Deliverance at last has a release date for Nintendo Switch. Coming to the console on 15th March 2024 for USD $49.99 (or your regional equivalent), Kingdom Come Deliverance: Royal Edition is the complete version of the 2018 RPG, meaning you'll be getting all previously released DLC for the game...
News Critically-Acclaimed Metroidvania 'Ender Lilies' Is Getting A Sequel
Ender Magnolia launches later this year
Publisher Binary Haze Interactive and developers Adglobe and Live Wire had a lovely surprise for us during today's Partner Showcase — ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the mist, a sequel to the acclaimed dark fantasy Metroidvania Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights. Launching on the Switch later this year, Ender...
News Tactical RPG 'Unicorn Overlord' Demo Gallops Onto eShop, Save Data Carries Over
Attention!
If you're itching to dive into Unicorn Overlord, the tactical RPG which launches on 8th March, then you can download a free demo from the Switch eShop right now. The demo was revealed during today's Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase and Atlus has confirmed that your save data will carry over to the full game when it launches in just a...
News Fantasy Life i Finally Settles For An October Release On Switch
Worth the wait?
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, the sequel to the 3DS classic, has finally received a release date for Switch, and it'll be out on 10th October, 2024. The game had been delayed from 2023 at the last moment, but judging from the new trailer, it looks like the wait is going to be worth it, as the game will boast a total of...
News Contra: Operation Galuga Gets Release Date, Free Demo Out Now
A classic returns very soon
It's been out of action for a minute, but Contra: Operation Galuga finally has a release date, and it's only a few weeks away. The reimagined version of the classic NES action game Contra, Operation Galuga lands on Nintendo Switch on 12th March 2024 for USD $39.99 / GBP £34.99. Pre-orders are open now on the eShop
News Surprise! Penny's Big Breakaway Is Available To Download Right Now
The penny dropped
After much anticipation, Penny's Big Breakaway has been given a release date on Nintendo Switch, and guess what... it's out now! Yep, you can download the game from the Nintendo Switch eShop for $29.99 / £24.99. The game was developed by Evening Star featuring the talent behind the critically-acclaimed Sonic Mania. It focuses on...
News Pokémon Developer's Brilliant 'Pocket Card Jockey' Bolts To Switch Today
Ride on time
Following on from its non-Nintendo debut on Apple Arcade in January 2023, the sublime horse-racing-solitaire game for 3DS, Pocket Card Jockey, has finally made the jump to Nintendo Switch as Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On! Developed by Game Freak of Pokémon fame, this curious mash-up of puzzling with breeding and racing horses was one of...
News Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Confirmed For Switch, Adds New Chapter & Storyline
Coming in June
Atlus is rereleasing Shin Megami Tensei V later this year in what it's calling the "definitive version" of the 2021 RPG. Confirmed during today's Partner Showcase, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is launching on 21st June 2024 and it's going multiplatform. While this is a rerelease of the original Switch-exclusive game, it will...
News Two Xbox Games Get Nintendo Switch Release Dates
And one is arriving tomorrow
If there's one thing we all expected to see at today's Partner Showcase, it was the reveal of a couple of Xbox titles coming to Switch. And we didn't just get one — we got two, with release dates! Two of Obsidian's Xbox exclusives are jumping ship in 2024 and coming to Switch — the excellent narrative RPG Pentiment...
News Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble Is Rolling Exclusively Onto Switch Later This Year
Keep rollin', rollin', rollin', rollin'
Sega has announced Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble, the first brand-new Super Monkey Ball game in 10 years. It'll be rolling onto the Switch later this year on 25th June, 2024. Featuring local co-op play for up to four players, and online multiplayer for up to sixteen, Banana Rumble looks to mix things up a...
News Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Is A Switch Remake Of A Wii Favourite
“Good times are here to stay”
Disney Epic Mickey, originally released on the Wii, will be coming to Switch later this year in a brand new "faithful remake." Announced during today's Partner Showcase, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed brings the House of Mouse's mascot to the console with enhanced visuals. The Wii game was released almost 14 years...
News The Original Star Wars: Battlefront Games Are Coming To Switch
Unlimited powaaaaaah
Developer Aspyr is bringing the first two Star Wars: Battlefront games to the Nintendo Switch via the Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection. The games will be playable online with a Nintendo Switch Online account and will feature up to 64 players. New content to the collection includes Kit Fisto as a playable character and...
Watch Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase February 2024
Let's partner up
February always delivers, doesn't it? The first Nintendo Direct of 2024 is here — and it's a Partner Showcase! Yes, we know this isn't the Big One we were all hoping for, and yes, we know that Nintendo is forgoing the stream part and simply dropping a video on the hour, but we thought it'd still be fun to watch the video together...
News It's Official, Monster Hunter Stories Is Coming To Switch
Update: Confirmed during today's Partner Direct
Update: It's happening! Monster Hunter Stories is coming to Nintendo Switch. The Switch version is a remaster of the 3DS title and will be fully voiced. A museum is also being added which will include artwork of the characters and monsters, and a music player. Here's a short overview of what to...
News Slave Zero X Has Been Delayed On Switch
A bit more TLC required
Slave Zero X, the pixel art action game from developer Poppy Works, has been delayed on Switch, as confirmed by publisher Ziggurat. While no firm release date for the game has been set, Poppy Works is currently aiming to get it out on Switch around early Spring 2024. The reason for the delay is simple: Poppy Works and...
News Digimon Game Producer Kazumasa Habu Has Left His Role After 12 Years
"I have been quietly passing the baton"
Kazumasa Habu, game producer for the Digimon franchise, has announced that he has left his role after 12 years. Starting with Digimon Story: Lost Evolution, he went on to produce a number of entries in the series before finishing with Digimon Survive in 2022. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) and...
Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase February 2024 - Time, Where To Watch, What To Expect
Partners in crime
After weeks of rumours, predictions, and general chit-chat, Nintendo has officially announced that the first Nintendo Direct of the year will be a Partner Showcase, taking place today, Wednesday 21st February 2024. The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase February 2024 will be broadcast on YouTube and is set to last for approximately...
News Warhammer 40,000 DLC Brings The Battle To PowerWash Simulator Next Week
"Purge the unclean"
PowerWash Simulator has revealed its next themed DLC pack is based on the Warhammer 40,000 universe. It will launch next week on the Nintendo Switch and allows players to wash away dirt and grime from massive recreations of the popular miniature wargame. As the player, you'll take control of the all-new Adeptus Mecanicus...
News Surprise! Minecraft: Bedrock Edition Now Has Add-Ons
Try it out on Nintendo Switch
There's some exciting news for Minecraft fans across all console platforms today, with the launch of add-ons in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition of the game. These are mods created by partners and the community and then released on the game's Marketplace. As part of this, Mojang is celebrating with a collection of free...
Feature Shiren The Wanderer Devs On Preserving Series' "Difficulty" And "Uniqueness"
"I made sure to preserve what I believed to be valuable"
Shiren the Wanderer is one of the longest-running roguelike series in the world. Debuting back in 1995 as the second entry in the Mystery Dungeon series, Mystery Dungeon 2: Shiren the Wanderer introduced the world to the young boy who would explore many procedurally-generated dungeons over the...
Round Up The Previews Are In For Princess Peach: Showtime!
Standing ovation or slow clap?
We still have a little way to go before Nintendo lifts the curtain on Princess Peach: Showtime! on 22nd March, but that doesn't mean that we can't have a little peek behind it to see how things are shaping up. The way that we can do this is by checking out the game's previews (sorry, there's no actual curtain) which...
Talking Point Nintendo Direct Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?
Howdy, Partner
There she is! After waiting patiently for the first Nintendo Direct of 2024 — looking back to determine the most probable date Nintendo would unleash its next bumper crop of Switch game reveals and news — we finally have the time, date, and flavour confirmed: 21st February, and it's a Partner Showcase. <related...
News It Looks Like Gold And Silver Will Feature In The Next 'Pokémon Presents'
But in what form..?
In case you missed it, The Pokémon Company announced that the next Pokémon Presents showcase will broadcast on 27th February, 2024. It's not known what will be featured during the presentation, but thanks to a little tip from Nintenduo, it looks like
News You Can Now Buy Your Very Own Sheikah Slate From Zelda: Breath Of The Wild
It ain't cheap, though
If you fancy yourself your very own Sheikah Slate from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, then you're in luck. First 4 Figures has revealed a replica of the tool that you can pre-order right now with delivery estimated to commence in Q1 2025. As with the majority of products from First 4 Figures, though, it's not going...
Hands On We've Played Princess Peach: Showtime! - Is It Any Good?
Show must go on
Princess Peach: Showtime! is a game that isn’t going to immediately appeal to many of the fans of big shooty bang-bang games like DOOM Eternal, but there’s a place for it still with an audience as sizeable as that of the Switch. Nintendo invited us to come along and give the game a go for ourselves ahead of its release on 22nd...
Random Mario Kart 8 Tournaments With A Live Jazz Band Is A Thing
Sign us up
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has some superb music; that much is certain. We've spent many hours bopping our heads along to the jazz-inspired tracks with our headphones on, but what if you could experience the music with a live jazz band instead? Well, you can! If you're willing to travel to Oklahoma City, that is. As highlighted by The Guardian,...
Guide Where To Buy Mario vs. Donkey Kong On Switch
Best deals and cheapest prices
The Nintendo Switch is fast becoming the ultimate Mario machine, with Mario vs Donkey Kong now joining an already huge list of amazing Mario titles available on the system. The game launched on February 16th 2024, with retail deals now live in the US and UK. We're keeping track of all retail options for you on this...
News Pokémon Presents Announced For 27th February 2024
And another one
The next Pokémon Presents showcase has been announced by The Pokémon Company for the end of the month, on Pokémon Day no less. On Tuesday 27th February at 6am PT / 9am EST / 2pm GMT / 3pm CET / 12am AEST (Wednesday), we'll be getting a presentation on the latest Pokémon news over on the official Pokémon YouTube channel. It's...
News Nintendo's Next Switch Online Game Trial Is Now Available (North America)
Kick-off today
It's a new month and that means there's now a new Switch Online trial available to members of Nintendo's subscription service. This time around it's EA Sports FC 24 and it's accessible to subscribers from now until 26th February 2024 in North America. The same trial started in Europe last week and runs until 21st February 2024 in...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 17.0.1), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless" update has gone live
After a system update in December last year, bumping the Switch's firmware up to Version 17.0.1, Nintendo has now quietly released another "rebootless" update. This was once again highlighted by dataminer 'OatmealDome' on social media, who shares a brief reminder that "rebootless updates" do not require you...
News Mario vs. Donkey Kong's OG Composers Talk Making The Jump From GBA To Switch
“This was the opportunity of a lifetime”
Mario vs. Donkey Kong is finally here on Switch. This remake gives the original GBA puzzle platformer a fresh lick of paint and throws in a handful of new features too — including a fully revamped score. The composers for the GBA original, DigiPen Music Department, were brought back on this time around...
UK Charts Mario vs. Donkey Kong Swings Past The Competition In Its Debut Week
Always bet on red
After a brief delay, we have got our first look at this week's UK boxed charts and it has been a good one for Nintendo's newest remaster. Yes, Mario vs. Donkey Kong has climbed the ladder in its debut week, beating the rest of the competition to grab the gold. The Nintendo mascot appears another two times in the top ten, in fact,...
Talking Point If 'Switch 2' Isn't Coming Until 2025, What's Nintendo Got Up Its Sleeve This Year?
Is there enough in the tank to coast through 2024?
Reports that Nintendo's unannounced Switch successor may be subject to a behind-the-scenes delay suggest that the current console might have yet another Holiday season all to itself. In March, Nintendo Switch will enter its eighth year, and scuttlebutt from industry sources had previously pegged...
News Nintendo Is Currently The Richest Company In Japan
Rolling in yen
According to new data from Toyo Keizai, an economics magazine company based in Tokyo, Japan, Nintendo is currently the richest company in the country. As spotted by Install Base forums and X user Pierre485, Nintendo currently boasts a cash and cash equivalent value of roughly $11.44 billion when converted from Japanese yen. According...
News Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Has Been Rated In Korea
Supposedly a 'complete edition' of the RPG
If you've yet to experience Altus' excellent RPG Shin Megami Tensei V on the Switch, then worry not, because it looks like a more complete edition is on the way. As reported by Gematsu, a rating for Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance by The Game Rating and Administration Committee of Korea has been spotted,...
Exclusive Warhammer 40,000: Dakka Squadron Blasts Off On Switch Next Month
'Direct Dakka'
It's been a minute since we last covered Warhammer 40,000: Dakka Squadron (August 2023, specifically), but we can now exclusively reveal that the game is heading to Switch on 8 March, 2024. The accompanying trailer from publisher RedDeearGames showcases some direct Switch footage, and while there's certainly been a noticable...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Mario vs. Donkey Kong?
Mario vs. DK vs. you
Last week, Mario and Donkey Kong's decade-old dispute bubbled back to the surface in the appropriately titled Mario vs. Donkey Kong, a Switch remake of the identically titled GBA original from 2004. NL's stalwart PJ O'Reilly enjoyed his time with it, awarding it a 'Good' 7/10 in his review and highlighting the new co-op mode as...
News 'SpringFest' Blooms Into Splatoon 3 This April With A Fresh Batch Of Free Items
"stay tuned for more details"
Speeding from one event to the next, Nintendo has today announced that the 'SpringFest' festival will be coming to Splatoon 3 in April 2024. @NintendoUK made the announcement by showing some of the Splatsville decorations that we can expect to see and noting that more information will be revealed soon. Going by...
News Nintendo Shares Drop Following Latest Reports Of Switch 2 'Delay'
After seeing a record high last month
Nintendo's shares in Japan have dropped after last week's report that the Switch successor will now not be launching until Q1 2025 (thanks, VGC). The company posted a record high for shares last month, as 'Switch 2 fever' seemed to be sweeping the globe. However, following the claim by Brazilian journalist
News Team Friday Triumphs In Splatoon 3's Latest Splatfest
Ladies and gentlemen, the weekend
Update #3 [Mon 19th Feb, 2024 09:45 GMT]: Well, the weekend of inking is once again over in Splatoon 3 and we have another Splatfest champion. In Europe, North America and Australia regions, it was Team Friday that came out on top in the battle of "What's the best day of the weekend?" What's more, it was a pretty...
And Chapter 3 is nearly "totally complete"
Undertale creator Toby Fox has provided another newsletter update about the upcoming Deltarune chapters. The team is currently working on the Japanese localisation of Chapter 3 and will follow this with porting and bug testing. It will then be "totally complete". As for Chapters 4 and 5, the main focus is...
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