Nintendo did not disappoint us with today's Direct stream. A new trailer for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has released, showcasing more of the planet we'll be exploring and the aliens we'll have to take down in Samus's latest mission.
Read More »ATLUS has a surprise RPG dropping for PC, Switch, Xbox and PlayStation in June
ATLUS had a huge 2024 with the releases of Persona 3 Reload, Shin Megami Tensei V: Definitive Edition and Metaphor: ReFantazio. The studio is not slowing down in 2025, with another new game now on the way - Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army.
Read More »Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero reportedly coming to Switch 2 at launch
Though yet to be officially announced, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero will reportedly be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 at launch.
Read More »Nintendo warns ‘certain Nintendo Switch games’ may not be supported on Switch 2
Nintendo officially announced the Switch 2 console today, but the company confirmed few technical details. One of the things Nintendo did quickly confirm was the addition of backwards compatibility, meaning Switch 1 games will work on Switch 2. However, there will be some exceptions.
Read More »Xbox reportedly plans to make Hellblade 2, Gears of War and Halo multi-platform
More high-profile Xbox exclusives are set to go multi-platform this year. Halo, Hellblade and Gears could all be heading to PS5 and the Nintendo Switch 2.
Read More »Switch 2 could be announced in January according to insider
After years of leaks and rumours, Nintendo is finally set to announce the Switch 2 soon – with one insider claiming it could be as early as January.
Read More »Classic NES Tetris is coming to Nintendo Switch Online
Often considered one of the best versions released, the classic NES Tetris from 1989 is finally coming to Nintendo Switch Online.
Read More »Xenoblade Chronicles X finally coming to Nintendo Switch
The long-awaited Definitive Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles X has been announced. The game will release with improved visuals and added story in March 2025.
Read More »Switch 2 reportedly not arriving until the next fiscal year
After many years of rumours, speculation and anticipation, Nintendo finally confirmed back in May that they would be officially announcing the Switch’s successor at some point during the current fiscal year (ending 31st March 2025). While this may still be the case, it seems the system itself won’t be available to purchase until the following fiscal year.
Read More »GTA+ may soon include access to Rockstar’s Nintendo Switch games
Since debuting GTA+, Rockstar's subscription service for GTA Online, the company has expanded the list of benefits to include access to other Rockstar classics on certain platforms. According to a recent update to the Rockstar website, soon, GTA+ subscribers may also get free access to games on Nintendo Switch. Rockstar …
Read More »Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D arrives this year, followed by Dragon Quest 1&2 in 2025
During today's Nintendo Direct, Square Enix finally announced the release date for its long-awaited HD-2D remake of Dragon Quest 3. That's not all though, Square Enix has announced plans to complete the full trilogy, with Dragon Quest 1 & 2 also set to get a HD-2D remake in 2025. If …
Read More »Nintendo president confirms ‘Switch Next’ as new console
This week, Nintendo finally confirmed its next-gen console plans. The company's president, Shuntaro Furukawa, confirmed that a new console will be announced during the current fiscal year. We were already expecting this new console to be a ‘Switch 2', but Furukawa's additional comments appear to confirm that. During an investor …
Read More »Star Wars: Hunters comes to Switch and mobile in June
Star Wars: Hunters, a new arena shooter for Switch and mobile, was first announced a couple of years ago and after some delays, the game is finally set to launch. Pre-registrations are now live for the iOS and Android versions of Star Wars: Hunters, so you can set the app …
Read More »Octopath Traveler returns to Nintendo eShop after six-week disappearance
In early March, Octopath Traveler mysteriously disappeared from the Nintendo eShop. Given that the game began life as a Nintendo Switch exclusive, its removal did not go unnoticed. Now roughly six weeks later, the game has finally returned. Octopath Traveler is now available once again through the Nintendo Switch eShop. …
Read More »Nintendo Indie World Showcase returns tomorrow
While Nintendo has no plans to take part in Gamescom this year, the company will continue to host its own Direct showcases for new game announcements. The next Nintendo Direct has just been announced, focusing on upcoming Indie games heading to the Switch. The Nintendo Indie World Showcase returns tomorrow, …
Read More »Octopath Traveler mysteriously delisted from Nintendo eShop
Octopath Traveler quickly became one of my favourite JRPGs back when it first released in 2018 for the Nintendo Switch. The game remains popular to this day, spawning a mobile spin-off and a full sequel, which released just last year. Now, in an odd turn of events, the original Octopath …
Read More »Nintendo Switch becomes best-selling console ever in Japan
When all is said and done, the Nintendo Switch will have been one of the most successful video game consoles of all time. With less than a year to go until the company most likely releases their next-gen successor, the 2017 handheld-hybrid has proven itself across the world – especially …
Read More »You might want to skip the Batman Arkham Trilogy on Switch
While the Nintendo Switch was getting more up-to-date third-party game releases for a time, in recent years that has slowed down to remasters and re-releases of older titles. The Batman Arkham Trilogy is the latest to land on Switch but unfortunately, the release is a mixed bag riddled with performance …
Read More »Aspyr was blocked from releasing KOTOR 2 cut content DLC, company claims
When Aspyr first announced its Nintendo Switch port of Knights of the Old Republic 2, it also revealed plans to release a free DLC, restoring cut content to the game officially for the first time. Many who picked up the Switch version did so in anticipation of this DLC but …
Read More »Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Hidden Treasure of Area Zero expansion wraps up in December
Back in February during a Pokemon Presents stream, Game Freak officially unveiled two upcoming expansions for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. We went months without an update but Part 1 of the Hidden Treasure expansion arrived in September and now, it looks like the Scarlet/Violet saga is all set to wrap …
Read More »Pokemon Stadium 2 is heading to Nintendo Switch Online today
Since launching the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack, Nintendo has periodically added more classic titles to its library from the Game Boy, N64 and SNES eras. Today during a Pokemon Presents stream, the next two classics were announced. Soon, Switch Online users will be able to play Pokemon Stadium 2 …
Read More »Star Ocean: The Second Story Remake is coming to Switch and PlayStation this year
Earlier this month, the Square Enix website hinted at an upcoming Star Ocean announcement, indicating a new remake on the way. Yesterday during Nintendo Direct, Star Ocean: The Second Story R was officially revealed. This remake follows on from 2019's Star Ocean: First Departure R, which came out on Switch …
Read More »Batman: Arkham Trilogy officially coming to Nintendo Switch
If you are one of the many Batman Arkham fans let down by the recent reveal of Rocksteady's Suicide Squad game, then you might be looking to go back to Rocksteady's earlier games to relive the glory days. Soon, you'll be able to take the Arkham trilogy on the go …
Read More »Vampire Survivors is finally coming to Nintendo Switch
Vampire Survivors swiftly became a hit when it launched on PC last year. Since then, the game has had two DLCs and has made its way to Xbox consoles and mobile devices. Now, the game is finally releasing on Nintendo Switch. During today's Nintendo Direct stream, a quick 1-minute slot …
Read More »Nintendo announces all-new Super Mario Bros game for Switch
Nintendo's big finale for today's Summer Direct showcase was indeed a brand-new 2D Mario game. Shortly after unveiling the Super Mario RPG remake, our favourite video game plumber appeared again in a new trailer for Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the first new Mario Bros. game …
Read More »Persona 5 Tactica Switch gameplay trailer revealed
While many of us anticipated Persona 3 Reload to be confirmed for Nintendo Switch during today's Direct showcase, this was unfortunately not the case. We did get a new trailer for Persona 5 Tactica though, which is coming to Switch later this year alongside other platforms. While we already got …
Read More »Pokémon Scarlet/Violet expansion ‘The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero’ gets gameplay trailer
Back in February during a special Pokemon Presents stream, Game Freak officially unveiled two upcoming expansions for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. To open up today's Nintendo Direct, we got our first look at The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero. The gameplay trailer gives us a good look at new locations …
Read More »KOTOR 2 cut content DLC for Nintendo Switch scrapped
Back in April KitGuru noted that Aspyr has remained eerily silent on the upcoming Cut Content DLC for Knights of the Old Republic 2. For many, this was a key selling point for the Switch version and would have marked the first time this content was made available through an …
Read More »Early speedrun clears The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom in 94 minutes
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom officially launched today. The game has already garnered a ton of extremely positive reviews, making it an easy GOTY contender for 2023. Now, speedrunners are already finding impressive ways to clear the game in record time. Like Breath of the Wild, Tears …
Read More »The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom gets impressive final trailer
A few weeks ago, Nintendo aired a Zelda-focused Direct, showcasing new gameplay for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Now, Nintendo has released the third and final trailer for the game ahead of its launch next month. The trailer is roughly three and a half minutes long and …
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