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  • Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta Releases on Nintendo Switch in the West

    Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta launches for Nintendo Switch in Western regions. The release includes a new arranged soundtrack option.

    1 source·4h
  • Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Demo Now Live on Switch 2, Xbox Series, and PC Ahead of June 3 Launch

    Square Enix has released a free playable demo for the upcoming Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows (Microsoft Store) versions of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, available starting April 28. The demo covers the opening hours of the game through Chapter 2, and save data can be carried over to the full release. The full game launches on all three new platforms on June 3, 2026, with early hands-on coverage from both English and Japanese press describing the Switch 2 port as an impressive technical achievement in handheld mode.

    12 sources·5h
  • Nintendo and Illumination to Release an Untitled Movie in April 2028

    Nintendo and Illumination announced they will release an untitled movie in April 2028. No additional details about the project were provided in the announcement.

    1 source·6h
  • Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary x 12 Pro Baseball Teams Launches With a Game-Opening Ceremony at ZOZO Marine Stadium

    Nintendo is launching the collaboration "Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary x Pro Baseball 12 Teams" starting April 29. A Mario-themed first pitch and related events will take place at Chiba’s ZOZO Marine Stadium during the Chiba Lotte vs. Rakuten game.

    1 source·6h
  • New Nintendo Movie Planned for as Early as April 2028, According to Illumination’s Official Schedule

    A new Nintendo movie has been listed on Illumination’s official website, with a tentative release slot as early as April 2028.

    1 source·6h
  • Xenosaga: Pied Piper arrives on Switch and Steam in Japan on April 30 via G-MODE Archives+

    G-MODE Corporation has announced that Xenosaga: Pied Piper, the Namco-developed 2004 Japanese flip phone game, will launch on Nintendo Switch via the eShop and PC via Steam in Japan on April 30 as part of the G-MODE Archives+ label, priced at 1,800 yen. The release marks the first time the mobile-original prequel to the Xenosaga series will be widely accessible on modern platforms.

    3 sources·6h
  • The Next Nintendo Movie Is Set for 2028, Likely Not Featuring Mario

    A new Nintendo film is reportedly scheduled for 2028. The report suggests the movie is unlikely to center on Mario, indicating a different Nintendo character or franchise may be the focus.

    1 source·6h
  • Last Chance for 69 Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Games in North America’s Spotlight Sale

    Nintendo is running a North America Spotlight Sale featuring discounts on 69 Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2 games, with the offer described as the final chance to grab the lineup.

    1 source·7h
  • Nintendo eShop Golden Week Sale Launches April 28 with Discounts of 15–80% Off on Titles Including Yakuza 3 Remastered and Paranormasight

    Nintendo Japan is running a Golden Week sale on the Nintendo eShop starting April 28, offering discounts ranging from 15% to 80% off on a selection of titles. Highlighted games include Ryu ga Gotoku Kiwami 3 (Yakuza 3 Remastered) and the Paranormasight series, among others. Both outlets reported identical details, indicating a straightforward promotional announcement.

    2 sources·10h
  • THQ Nordic Japan Launches Sale Including First-Ever Discount on REANIMAL for Nintendo Switch 2

    THQ Nordic Japan has kicked off a sale on Nintendo's storefronts — spanning both the My Nintendo Store and the Nintendo eShop — covering a range of its titles for Nintendo Switch 2. Headlining the event is REANIMAL, the horror adventure game, which is receiving its first-ever sale at 20% off. Other titles such as SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake and Biomutant are also included in the discounted lineup.

    2 sources·11h
  • Moomintroll: Midwinter Warmth Launches on Steam and Nintendo Switch

    HyperGames and Kakehashi Games have released Moomintroll: Midwinter Warmth on Steam and Nintendo Switch. The adventure game follows Moomintroll, who wakes unexpectedly from hibernation and must explore a snow-covered Moomin Valley alone in the depths of winter. The title comes from the same development team behind Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley, and launch information includes details on a limited edition and pre-order or purchase bonuses.

    3 sources·11h
  • Isekai village-building ARPG about reincarnating as a neighbor of an idol demoness headed to Steam in 2026

    The anime-style village-building ARPG from AUTOMATON, in which players reincarnate as the neighbor of a beautiful idol demoness who tries to raze their settlement, is set to launch on Steam in 2026. PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 releases are planned for 2027.

    1 source·14h
  • Nintendo Games Are Rarely Discounted, With Limited Exceptions

    Polygon examines Nintendo’s sales patterns, noting that its games are typically not discounted for long periods. The article also points to the few cases where discounts do occur and highlights what that suggests about Nintendo’s approach to pricing.

    1 source·16h
  • Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Sale Adds About 200 More Games, Including Nintendo Titles

    A new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch-focused sale has added roughly 200 titles. Alongside Nintendo games, discounted picks include Core Keeper and the co-op horror Rianimal, among other popular multiplayer releases.

    1 source·17h
  • Xenosaga Pied Piper, the Lost 2006 Feature-Phone RPG, Launches on Steam and Nintendo Switch on April 30 After 20 Years

    G-MODE announced on April 28, 2026 that Xenosaga Pied Piper — an RPG originally released exclusively for Japanese feature phones in 2006 — will be revived as G-MODE Archives+ Xenosaga Pied Piper on Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam) on April 30, 2026. The release marks the game's first availability to a wide audience after roughly 20 years of obscurity. The Nintendo Switch version is priced at ¥1,800 (tax included).

    4 sources·17h
  • Mario Tennis Album Update Added to Nintendo Music

    Nintendo Music has released an update tied to Mario Tennis, bringing new album content to the service.

    1 source·19h
  • Street Fighter 6 Adding Haitani Auto-Commentary Feature on May 7

    Capcom announced on April 28, 2026 that Street Fighter 6 will receive a new auto-commentary feature voiced by Haitani, a streamer affiliated with esports team REJECT, launching on May 7. Haitani is widely recognized as one of the "Five Gods of Fighting Games" (Kakuge Goshin) and is known today as a coach and mentor to many players. The feature will bring his trademark commentary and coaching insight directly into the game.

    2 sources·19h
  • Imaginer launches the GW Sale 2026 on the Nintendo eShop, with deals on Fit Boxing titles

    Imaginer has started the Imaginer GW Sale 2026 on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch digital releases. The promotion runs until May 24 and includes discounted titles such as the exercise game FitBoxing3 -Your Personal Trainer-.

    1 source·19h
  • FuRyu Announces Roguelike Action RPG Crymelight for PS5, Switch 2, and PC, Launching November 5

    FuRyu has officially announced Crymelight, a roguelike action RPG slated to launch on November 5 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. The title is the third entry in the publisher's "Dark Bishoujo Action" CRY series, following Crystar (2019) and Crymachina (2023).

    4 sources·1d
  • Nintendo’s Major Franchises See Growing Movie Rumors, With Smash Bros Acting as the Catch-All

    A report notes that movie rumors are attached to many of Nintendo’s biggest franchises. For series without an associated film rumor, the article points to Super Smash Bros. as the ongoing “movie” alternative.

    1 source·1d
  • Nintendo Skips Some Major Heavy-Hitters in Its Super Mario 40th Anniversary Ad

    Nintendo’s Super Mario 40th Anniversary advertisement highlights certain entries while omitting some other major games or characters associated with the series.

    1 source·1d
  • Where To Pre-Order Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch

    The article lists options for pre-ordering Rhythm Heaven Groove on Nintendo Switch, pointing readers to available retailers to secure the game ahead of release.

    1 source·1d
  • Kunio-kun's Nekketsu Saiyuki: TenjikuRantou-hen Roguelite Action Game Launches June 4, 2026 on Switch, PS5, and PC

    Arc System Works has announced that Kunio-kun no Nekketsu Saiyuki: TenjikuRantou-hen, a roguelite action game themed around the classic Journey to the West story, will launch on June 4, 2026. The game is releasing on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam, priced at ¥2,970. A defining twist of the title is that all main Journey to the West characters — Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, Sha Wujing, and Xuanzang — are reimagined as "Kunio," the franchise's iconic protagonist.

    3 sources·1d
  • Tokyo Game Show 2026 Launches Major Indie Support Program with Nintendo and Kodansha as Sponsors, Including Free Exhibition Slots and New Awards

    Tokyo Game Show 2026 has announced a robust suite of indie developer support initiatives, with Nintendo and Kodansha confirmed among the program's sponsors. The initiatives include opportunities for free exhibition space and a newly established awards system designed to spotlight independent creators at the event.

    2 sources·1d
  • MOTEGI Urges Against “Unauthorized Use” of Nintendo Game Footage by the Trump U.S. Administration

    Japan’s Foreign Minister MOTEGI criticized the Trump U.S. administration’s “unauthorized use” of Nintendo game footage, saying it is “not appropriate as a general principle.”

    1 source·Apr 17
  • Digital Foundry Debates Whether Nintendo Should Make a Dedicated Switch 2 Home Console

    Digital Foundry, now operating as a fully independent outlet, tackled the question of whether Nintendo should develop a Switch 2 home console in their latest DF Direct Q+A episode. The discussion also touched on the broader topic of whether console gaming as a whole is stagnating. The segment is available in both a full-length video and a condensed clip via their YouTube channel, with ongoing support through their Patreon and DF Supporter Program.

    2 sources·Apr 16
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    Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner: A's TEST Server launches on Nintendo Switch and PC via G-MODE Archives+ in Japan

    The mobile spin-off Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner: A's TEST Server is now available in Japan through the G-MODE Archives+ preservation label on Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam). The release comes roughly a month or more after the game's Steam page was first revealed, bringing the classic feature-phone title to modern platforms for the first time.

    3 sources·Apr 16
  • ゲーム

    Vampire Crawlers Listed on Nintendo Switch 2 eShop for April 21 Release

    A new Nintendo Switch 2 eShop page for Vampire Crawlers has appeared, listing an April 21 release date.

    1 source·Apr 16
  • ゲーム

    G-MODE Archives+ Adding Xenosaga: Pied Piper and Namco Chronicle to Switch and PC

    G-MODE has announced ports of two classic Bandai Namco mobile (flip phone) titles — Xenosaga: Pied Piper and Namco Chronicle — for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam under its G-MODE Archives+ label. These mark the first Bandai Namco flip-phone games to join the G-MODE Archives lineup. No release dates were specified in the announcements.

    3 sources·Apr 16
  • ゲーム

    The Expanse: A Telltale Series Releases on Nintendo Switch

    The Expanse: A Telltale Series is now available on Nintendo Switch, bringing the interactive narrative adventure to the platform.

    1 source·Apr 16
  • ゲーム

    How to Use Amiibo in Pragmata on Nintendo Switch 2

    Learn when amiibo scanning becomes available in Pragmata and how to use amiibo to earn in-game rewards on Nintendo Switch 2.

    1 source·Apr 16
  • ゲーム

    Gothic III Classic Announced for Nintendo Switch 2

    Gothic III Classic is set to launch on Nintendo Switch 2, continuing the franchise’s “Classic” rollout that began with the first two classic games on Nintendo Switch 1.

    1 source·Apr 15
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    Digital Foundry’s DF Direct Q&A returns with talk of micro-consoles, game concept stagnation, engine homogenisation, and the 007 First Light Switch 2 delay

    Digital Foundry launched its new DF Direct Q&A show, covering possible Sony and Nintendo micro-consoles, concerns about stagnant game concepts and engine homogenisation, and updates including the delay for 007 First Light on Switch 2.

    1 source·Apr 15
  • Tomodachi Life Director Ryutaro Takahashi Explains How the Team Used UGC to Build Pets and Offices

    In a new Nintendo “Ask the Developer” interview for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Director Ryutaro Takahashi said the team used the game’s user-generated content system (UGC) to create elements like Pikmin-inspired pets and the office setting.

    1 source·Apr 14
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    “Hytale: Sandbox RPG” Copycat Appears on Nintendo Store, Original Team Pursues Legal Action

    A game titled “Hytale: Sandbox RPG” is currently listed on the North American Nintendo Store, but it has no affiliation with the official Hytale. The original developers are reportedly taking legal measures in response.

    1 source·Apr 14

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