Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game "Aang vs Katara" Gameplay
Gameplay Group announced Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game for Nintendo Switch 2, slated for a Summer 2026 launch. The title will debut with 12 playable characters and a single‑player campaign that expands the Avatar universe. Its hallmark is a “Flow System” that prioritizes movement‑centric combat, supported by hand‑drawn 2D animation faithful to the original series. The game also promises cross‑play, robust net code, and a seasonal model to add new fighters over time.
IO Interactive Tease Post-Launch Plans for 007 First Light
IO Interactive announced that its upcoming James Bond title, 007 First Light, will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in summer 2026. The game follows a young Bond in a standalone story and will debut with a post‑launch “Tactical Simulations” mode headed...
Tales of Eternia Remastered Rated for Switch
A PEGI rating confirms that Tales of Eternia Remastered is headed for Nintendo Switch, marking the first modern console release of the 2000 PlayStation 1 JRPG. The original title, which also saw a PSP port in 2005, will be revived but...
Brawlhalla "May the 4th Be With You" Patch 10.06 Now Live
Brawlhalla’s May 4th patch drops a Star Wars crossover, adding Luke Skywalker, Emperor Palpatine, Wicket the Ewok and an X‑wing emoji skin. The update also rolls out Super Stances, letting every Legend shift two stat points, and launches Guild Phase 3 with rewards...
Modder Spends 2 Years Turning the Game Boy Color Into a Watch, and Yes, It Still Plays Cartridges
A hobbyist known as Leggo My Froggo spent two years converting a Game Boy Color into a wrist‑worn device called the Time Frog Color. The watch‑sized console retains the original GBC CPU, uses a custom strap‑integrated battery, and even supports re‑engineered cartridges...
Side-Scroller "MELTMARE" Announced for Switch 2
Developer //commentout announced MELTMARE, an action‑adventure side‑scroller for Nintendo Switch 2. The game follows Lua, a heteromorphic girl, as players guide her through a monster‑filled facility while live‑streaming the experience. Dialogue uses Live2D avatars and a desktop UI; combat is rendered...
Rival Stars Horse Racing Coming to Switch "Soon"
Rival Stars Horse Racing, a simulation that mixes ranch management, breeding, and competitive racing, is slated for a Nintendo Switch launch in the near future. The title lets players restore a family ranch, raise foals, and compete in story‑mode or...
Dungeon Clawler Comes to Switch April 30th, 2026
Stray Fawn Studio announced that its indie title *Dungeon Clawler* will debut on Nintendo Switch on April 30, 2026. The game fuses deck‑building, roguelike progression, and a physical‑style claw‑machine mechanic. Players collect items, upgrade them with gold coins, and experiment with synergies...
Check Out the Soundtrack for Solateria
Award‑winning Studio Doodal and publisher SHINSEGAE I&C announced that their Metroidvania Solateria will hit the Nintendo Switch on July 23, 2026. While the full game is still months away, the developers have released the complete soundtrack on YouTube for free streaming. Since...
Nintendo eShop File Size Round-Up for April 26th, 2026 (Amnesia: Rebirth, MotoGP 26 and More)
Nintendo’s eShop update for April 26 2026 lists file sizes for both the upcoming Switch 2 and the current Switch. The largest Switch 2 titles, Amnesia: Rebirth and MotoGP 26, top 20 GB, while the biggest Switch releases stay under 10 GB. Over 40 titles are detailed,...
Famitsu Review Scores for April 26th, 2026
Famitsu’s April 26 2026 issue released its weekly review roundup, using its traditional four‑critic, 1‑to‑10 scoring system that totals a maximum of 40 points. The action‑adventure title Pragmata received the highest aggregate, 37/40 (9/9/10/9), signaling strong critical approval. Two niche releases—Shinigami Hime to...
Final Fantasy XIV Director "Can't Imagine" The Game Ending, Talks About the Next Decade of Support
Final Fantasy XIV will debut on Nintendo Switch 2 in August 2026, extending the long‑running MMO to a new console generation. Director Naoki Yoshida told fans at a recent Fanfest that he envisions at least another decade of story and content updates....
Shigeru Miyamoto Thanks Fans for Seeing The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Says to "Look Forward to More Content Featuring Mario"
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has sustained a box‑office surge three weeks after launch, on track to surpass $1 billion globally. The film opened in Japan two days ago, adding a fresh revenue boost. Despite mixed critical reviews, fan turnout remains...
Digimon Story: Time Stranger Hits Switch and Switch 2 July 10th, 2026 (UPDATE)
Bandai Namco announced Digimon Story: Time Stranger will launch on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on July 10, 2026, following a successful debut on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC that sold over 1 million units. The RPG lets players collect more than 450 Digimon...
OPUS: Prism Peak Updated to Ver. 1.22.2
Nintendo's OPUS: Prism Peak received the 1.22.2 update, introducing minor scene, effect, and UI adjustments. The patch also highlights a known issue where frequent switching between handheld and TV modes can cause display problems. Nintendo provides a temporary workaround that...
Quartet Comes to Switch April 30th, 2026
Something Classic announced that its new turn‑based RPG Quartet will arrive on Nintendo Switch on April 30, 2026. The game weaves four distinct storylines—train robberies, a prophetic deck of cards, airship raids, and an accidental mage—into a single narrative about...
Rune Dice Comes to Switch May 19th, 2026
Kwalee and Smart Raven Studio announced that Rune Dice will debut on the Nintendo Switch on May 19, 2026. The game blends physics‑based dice throwing with magical fusion, letting players combine dice to trigger massive chain combos. Players choose from eight hero classes,...
New Trailer Shared for Nocturnal II
Indie studio Sunnyside Games unveiled a new trailer for Nocturnal 2, the sequel to its Metacritic‑rated action platformer Nocturnal. The game is slated for a Nintendo Switch launch in 2026 and blends fast‑paced, juggle‑based combat with Metroidvania exploration. Its hallmark is...
Pokémon Kids TV Shares "Show Me Your Face" Video
The Pokémon Company is intensifying its focus on the Pokémon Kids TV YouTube channel, releasing a new music video titled “Show Me Your Face.” The short clip encourages preschoolers to sing and mimic five basic emotions, providing both entertainment and...
CRUELTY Scares up a Switch Release Today
CREEK & RIVER and Japan‑based 883 Maniacs released the splatter horror title CRUELTY on Nintendo Switch today for $8. The game is a third‑person 3D survival horror that eschews combat in favor of puzzle‑solving and stealth. Players navigate a nightmarish abattoir...
Throw Anything: Zombie Invaders Shambles Onto Switch Today
Visual Light announced that Throw Anything: Zombie Invaders is now available on Nintendo Switch, marking the franchise’s first release on a non‑VR platform. The game lets players hurl any object—augmented by a copy‑machine and refrigerator mechanic—at waves of zombies across...
KAZUMA KANEKO'S TSUKUYOMI Stacks the Deck on Switch Today
Colopl has launched KAZUMA KANEKO’S TSUKUYOMI on the Nintendo Switch, a deck‑building RPG that blends tower‑dungeon roguelike exploration with the famed artist Kazuma Kaneko’s visuals. The title is a rebuilt version of the 2025 mobile/PC game TSUKUYOMI – The Divine Hunters,...
Dragon Is Dead Finds New Life on Switch Today
TeamSuneat and PM Studios announced the digital release of their dark‑fantasy hack‑and‑slash *Dragon is Dead* on Nintendo Switch today, expanding the game’s reach to the console’s large portable audience. A physical Guernian Edition will follow in North America on July...
Food Truck Chef: Full Course Edition Steers Onto Switch Today
DOEDESCO and Nukebox Studios released Food Truck Chef: Full Course Edition on the Nintendo Switch today. The game puts players in the shoes of chef Emily, traveling worldwide in a customizable food truck. It features over 700 levels, 800 international...
Nagi No Koi Launches on Switch and Switch 2 Today
Entergram and Nutrients have released the Japanese‑inspired visual novel Nagi no Koi on Nintendo Switch and the newly announced Switch 2. The game offers English subtitles, roughly six hours of playtime, and branching story paths split into two narrative parts. Only...
Alice in Wonder Underland AIWU Goes Down the Rabbit Hole on Switch Today
Regista announced that Alice in Wonder Underland (AIWU), an exploration‑driven adventure from Suzume Takanashi and YMCAT, launches today on Nintendo Switch. The game drops players into a surreal world where Alice, rendered voiceless, navigates over 30 uniquely themed areas guided...
Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo: Closure Edition Free Update Now Available
Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo: Closure Edition has launched on Nintendo Switch as a free update, delivering the game’s definitive version. The patch adds new narrative content, including the fan‑favorite character Phani, to give the afterlife’s residents deeper emotional...
PRAGMATA Reaches 1 Million Sold in 2 Days
Capcom announced that its new sci‑fi action‑adventure PRAGMATA sold over one million units within two days of its April 17, 2026 launch. The title, built by a younger development team, blends fast‑paced combat with puzzle mechanics and follows Hugh Williams and an android...
Miyamoto Reflects on How His Childhood Helped Him as a Game Dev, and Details How Games Can Create Real-Life Sensations
Shigeru Miyamoto spoke at Sonobe’s anniversary event, crediting his childhood play for shaping a design philosophy that prioritizes sensory experience. He explained how combining interface, actions, and physical sensations can evoke real feelings, citing Zelda dungeons that use darkness and...
Miyamoto Says Why Nintendo's Sales Team Doesn't Dictate What Games Are Made and Why They Don't Chase Trends
At a speech in his hometown, Shigeru Miyamoto explained that Nintendo’s game pipeline is not dictated by the sales organization. He said the sales team typically pushes for more of what’s already selling, which could stifle innovation, and that this...
Shigeru Miyamoto Details the Origins of The Legend of Zelda and Kirby Names
Shigeru Miyamoto, speaking at a ceremony in his hometown Sonobe, shared the story behind the names of two of Nintendo's iconic franchises. He explained that the original title for Kirby, "Kirby: Child of Stars," was changed to the more mysterious...
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream's Physical UK Launch Comes in 36% Higher than Pokémon Pokopia
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream debuted on Nintendo Switch and, based on early UK physical sales, outsold the Pokémon Pokopia launch by 36%. The advantage comes despite Pokopia’s reported undersupply, while Tomodachi Life has already sold out at several retailers,...
Goku (Super Saiyan 4, DAIMA) Joins Dragon Ball FighterZ April 22nd, 2026
Bandai Namco released a new video confirming that Goku in his Super Saiyan 4 (DAIMA) form will join Dragon Ball FighterZ on April 22, 2026. The DLC adds aerial combos, destructible stages, and iconic anime scenes, while expanding online features such as ranked matches, an...
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 "FUTURE SAGA Chapter 4" Will Be the Game's Final DLC, Launches Summer 2026
Bandai Namco announced the upcoming DLC FUTURE SAGA: Chapter 4 for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, scheduled for release in Summer 2026. The trailer confirms this will be the game’s final downloadable content, wrapping up the post‑launch roadmap. Xenoverse 2 continues to offer deep character customization, online multiplayer, and...
Pragmata Voice Actor David Menkin Gives Insight Into His Recording Process
Capcom’s new third‑person shooter Pragmata, now on Switch 2, centers on the partnership of android Diana and her companion Hugh, voiced by David Menkin. In a recent interview Menkin revealed the studio held a full‑cast table read—a rarity in video‑game production—to...
Pragmata Switch 2/PS5/XBox Graphics Comparison
Pragmata, the sci‑fi action‑adventure that blends hacking with shooting, has arrived on Nintendo Switch 2, joining its existing PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions. A side‑by‑side video comparison showcases the handheld’s framerate, shadow quality, lighting and reflections against the more powerful...
OPUS: Prism Peak Shares Cast Interview Featuring Kana Ichinose
OPUS: Prism Peak, an indie adventure game, is now available on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. To mark the launch, the developers released a series of cast interviews, the latest featuring acclaimed Japanese voice actress Kana Ichinose, who portrays Ren. In...
Switch eShop Charts for April 18th, 2026
Nintendo’s Switch eShop chart for April 18, 2026 reveals classic and legacy titles dominating both the overall and download‑only top‑30 lists. Nintendo franchises such as Mario, Pokémon, and Zelda occupy the majority of slots, while retro re‑releases like Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen lead...
Hades II Devs React to Speedrun
Supergiant Games' directors Amir Rao and Greg Kasavin reacted to a 25‑minute speedrun of Hades II by Kirrby, featured in IGN’s Devs React series. The run demonstrates how players can master the roguelike’s mechanics to finish the game in record time....
Pikmin Bloom MINI WALK Chiayi City, Taiwan Announced
Niantic’s Pikmin Bloom is teaming with Taiwan’s Chiayi Arts Festival for a month‑long, free MINI WALK in Chiayi City. The AR event runs from May 1 to May 31 2026, letting players explore eight in‑app Special Spots to collect Gold Seedlings and exclusive postcards. Physical...
Content Warning Updated to Ver. 1.23.0
Content Warning released version 1.23.0, delivering a suite of usability and stability improvements. The update refines mute behavior, adds inverted control options, and clarifies room‑code instructions. It also prevents the lobby from reopening after quota failures and enhances the selfie‑mode tooltip....
MARVEL Cosmic Invasion Now Available (UPDATE - Demo Added)
Marvel Cosmic Invasion, a tag‑team beat ’em up celebrating classic Marvel storylines, launched today on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 at $29.99. The game features 15 playable heroes, a Cosmic Swap tag‑team system, and both local and online co‑op for up...
Mario Tennis Fever Wristband Now Available via My Nintendo
Nintendo has expanded its My Nintendo loyalty store with an embroidered Mario Tennis Fever wristband. The accessory, crafted from 84% cotton, 14% polyester and 3% elastique, measures 3 × 3 inches and is machine‑washable. It can be redeemed for 600 Platinum Points through...
Pokémon Timeless Adventure Merch Line Revealed for Japan
The Pokémon Company unveiled a new merchandise line called Pokémon Timeless Adventure, timed for the franchise’s 30th anniversary. The collection, featuring characters such as Pikachu, Jigglypuff, Meloetta, Chikorita, Cyndaquil and Totodile, will debut at Pokémon Centers across Japan on April...
Persona 5 Royal Joker LIMEPIE Series 1/8 Scale Figure Available to Pre-Order
APEX TOYS has announced a 1/8‑scale pre‑painted figure of Joker from Persona 5 Royal, part of its LIMEPIE series. The PVC/ABS statue measures roughly 23.5 cm tall, including a dedicated base, and faithfully reproduces Joker’s signature Phantom Thief costume. Priced at $38, the...
ASTRONEER Updated to Ver. 1.39.5
Astroneer has rolled out version 1.39.5, a maintenance‑focused patch that resolves several persistent bugs in megastructures and the Dynamic Landing System (DLS). The update corrects hologram orientation for megastructures, removes the Mega‑Deconstructor from the Aeoluz creative catalog, and fixes DLS anchor...
Fire Emblem Heroes "New Heroes: Duo Sigurd & Attuned Lachesis" Arrive April 17th, 2026
Nintendo announced the next Fire Emblem Heroes update, dropping on April 17, 2026 at midnight PT. The release introduces four new heroes—Lachesis, Claud, Naoise, and Sigurd—presented as a duo and an attuned version. A new story chapter titled “Flame Princess”...
Japanese Metro Train Getting The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Makeover
A Osaka Metro Midosuji Premium Liner train is being transformed into a moving showcase for the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The ten‑car train will feature the film’s logo, characters, and themed décor, running from April 19 to May 2, 2026. The makeover coincides...
Super Mario Bros. Wonder Updated to Ver. 1.2.1
Nintendo released version 1.2.1 of Super Mario Bros. Wonder, targeting the upcoming Switch 2 console. The patch focuses on general adjustments and bug fixes to refine the gameplay experience on the new hardware. Nintendo’s brief note emphasizes that the update aims to smooth performance and...
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Icons Now Available for Switch Online Members
Nintendo has rolled out a new series of user icons for Switch Online members, featuring the Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream franchise. The icons are released in four weekly waves, starting April 15 and concluding the week of May 13,...