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Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes – Dixie Kong, Turbo Attack mode, Nintendo Switch 2 improvements
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Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes – Dixie Kong, Turbo Attack mode, Nintendo Switch 2 improvements

Nintendo just announced a big update for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD with version 1.1.0. There’s a lot that’s new here, including Dixie Kong and a Turbo Attack mode. Elsewhere, for Nintendo Switch 2 players, the game supports GameChat, improved resolution, and faster load times. The full rundown is as follows: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD version 1.1.0 update patch... The post Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes – Dixie Kong, Turbo Attack mode,

MIO: Memories in Orbit launch trailer – new Metroidvania game on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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MIO: Memories in Orbit launch trailer – new Metroidvania game on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch

Focus Entertainment and Douze Dixièmes have put out a launch trailer for MIO: Memories in Orbit. This week, the handcrafted Metroidvania adventure landed on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Further details are available in the following overview: A mesmerizing, intertwined, decaying world awaits. Awaken MIO, a nimble robot with extraordinary abilities, and unravel the mysteries of the Vessel, an... The post MIO: Memories in Orbit launch trailer – new Metroidvania game on Nintendo Switch

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Reggie Fils-Aime says seeing Pokemon stock shortages ensured him not letting it happen again

Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-AimĂŠ was once again present at The New York Game Awards and before he presented the Andrew Yoon Legend Award to The Pokemon Company he recalled a story of when he first began working at Nintendo of America. At the time retail was in the midst of the launch of the long-awaited… Read More »Reggie Fils-Aime says seeing Pokemon stock shortages ensured him not letting it happen again Source

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Sonic x Fortnite is apparently coming

Epic Games popular Fortnite has collaborated with a number of big brands over the years bringing excitement for fans of the free-to-play shooter and that’s set to continue. The latest collaboration will apparently involve SEGA and the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise with Sonic skins apparently on the horizon. No other details are available, but it’s… Read More »Sonic x Fortnite is apparently coming Source

Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence slated for Nintendo Switch
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Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence slated for Nintendo Switch

Today, DevilishGames and Making Enemies announced Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence for Nintendo Switch. A release is planned for the first half of 2026. Mystery of Silence is a point-and-click adventure game. It features William, a young writer in search of inspiration, who enters an abbey shrouded in silence. Further details can be found in the following rundown: In this... The post Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence slated for Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Please Be Happy secures Nintendo Switch physical release
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Please Be Happy secures Nintendo Switch physical release

Please Be Happy, which previously came to the Nintendo eShop, is now receiving a physical release on Nintendo Switch. It will be available on March 27, 2026. Funbox Media will be distributing the title at retail for the first time. Only a standard version will be offered for the visual novel. Please Be Happy first landed on Nintendo Switch in... The post Please Be Happy secures Nintendo Switch physical release appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

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SEGA announces Sonic the Hedgehog Presents: The Chaotix Casefiles

Today, SEGA announced Sonic the Hedgehog Presents: The Chaotix Casefiles, a brand-new narrative podcast from SEGA of America, Inc. in partnership with Realm. The series debuts on January 27, 2026, with Realm managing distribution everywhere that podcasts are available and representing the show for ad sales. The Chaotix Casefiles features the official Sonic video game voice cast… Read More »SEGA announces Sonic the Hedgehog Presents: The Chaotix Casefiles Source

Hitman World of Assassination will support cross-progression
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Hitman World of Assassination will support cross-progression

IO Interactive has announced that Hitman World of Assassination will receive a cross-progression system on February 3. The feature will allow players who own the game on multiple platforms to carry over their progress and continue playing from the same point, no matter which system they choose. Once enabled, progression will be stored online and shared across all supported platforms... The post Hitman World of Assassination will support cross-progression appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

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Tomb Raider in Japan could have had a Lara Croft anime redesign

The co-creator behind the original Tomb Raider video game has revealed that the iconic Lara Croft nearly received an anime-style redesign for Japanese audiences back in the day. The anime-inspired designs for Lara were delivered quite late into the development process, so it is unclear whether time or a point blank refusal were to blame for… Read More »Tomb Raider in Japan could have had a Lara Croft anime redesign Source

Love Eternal gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
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Love Eternal gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer

Love Eternal now has a release date, and it isn’t too far away. The horror platformer about escaping the domain of a selfish god launches on February 19, 2026. Love Eternal was previously announced for Nintendo Switch in 2024. It was originally planned for last year, but ended up seeing a delay. Those that need a refresher on the project... The post Love Eternal gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

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Former Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser joins Hasbro board

Former Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser has been welcomed aboard the board of directors of worldwide toy giant Hasbro alongside Carla Vernon, who was the CEO of The Honest Company. Bowser is not the only former Nintendo of America president to join a board of directors as Reggie Fils-Aime previously joined the GameStop board… Read More »Former Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser joins Hasbro board Source

Rubato, an experimental take on the collect-a-thon genre, coming to Nintendo Switch
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Rubato, an experimental take on the collect-a-thon genre, coming to Nintendo Switch

Announced today, Rubato is on the way to Nintendo Switch. We have a confirmed release date of March 20, 2026. Rubato is a side-scrolling action platformer that’s intended to be an experimental, 2D physics-based take on the collect-a-thon genre. You’ll play as a frog and use your tongue to navigate open Metroidvania-like areas. Additional information can be found in the... The post Rubato, an experimental take on the collect-a-thon genre, coming to Nintendo Switch appeared first on Ni

Drop Duchy: Complete Edition announced for Nintendo Switch
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Drop Duchy: Complete Edition announced for Nintendo Switch

The Arcade Crew and Sleepy Mill Studio intend to release Drop Duchy: Complete Edition on Nintendo Switch, the two sides announced today. It’ll be out sometime this spring. Drop Duchy: Complete Edition is a hybrid rogue-lite game in which players use block-dropping mechanics to collect resources and recruit troops to fight against armies. This new version of the game contains... The post Drop Duchy: Complete Edition announced for Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Astral Ascent reveals “The Ravenswatch Sentinel” update
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Astral Ascent reveals “The Ravenswatch Sentinel” update

Astral Ascent is back with another major update, which is known as “The Ravenswatch Sentinel”. It will be available on Nintendo Switch soon. The update brings Ravenswatch into the celestial realm of the Garden with five legendary figures. There’s also a new room inspired by the aesthetics of the game. Here’s some additional information: The Reverie Joins the Garden The... The post Astral Ascent reveals “The Ravenswatch Sentinel” update appeared first on Ninten

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Japan: Console market grew by 138.8% in 2025 thanks to Nintendo Switch 2 

Nintendo has been dominating Japan for quite some time now and news has emerged that the Kyoto-based company inevitably helped the grow the Japanese console game market in 2025 by 138.8%. The console market was worth 418.13 billion yen in 2025. However, it should be noted that revenue from digital sales, DLC etc was not accounted… Read More »Japan: Console market grew by 138.8% in 2025 thanks to Nintendo Switch 2  Source

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Borderlands 4 for Nintendo Switch 2 listed for February by Portuguese retailer

Borderlands 4 was rightfully delayed on the Nintendo Switch 2 as by all accounts it was a bit of a technical mess on the platform. 2K Games refused to give a date for when we could expect the game to launch on Nintendo’s latest platform, but news from a Portuguese retailer suggests that the looter… Read More »Borderlands 4 for Nintendo Switch 2 listed for February by Portuguese retailer Source

Nintendo Today! updated to version 2.3.0, patch notes
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Nintendo Today! updated to version 2.3.0, patch notes

The Nintendo Today! mobile app has been updated to version 2.3.0. Users should be seeing the update roll out by now. This update adds support for the app in a few new regions. You can see the full list of patches here: Nintendo Today! 2.3.0 update out now, patch notes Now Available in Argentina, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the United... The post Nintendo Today! updated to version 2.3.0, patch notes appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Before Fate, a time-traveling survival adventure game, coming to Nintendo Switch
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Before Fate, a time-traveling survival adventure game, coming to Nintendo Switch

Cotton Game is working on its new game Before Fate for Nintendo Switch, the developer has shared. Release timing has yet to be confirmed. Before Fate, a time-traveling survival adventure game, features a mix of retro sci-fi elements with a comic art style. As part of the experience, players will go through time portals to explore unique worlds, delve into... The post Before Fate, a time-traveling survival adventure game, coming to Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

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The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass added to Nintendo Music

Since the launch of the Nintendo Music app in October 2024, Nintendo has consistently been expanding the service (free for Nintendo Switch Online members) with more soundtracks from their extensive library of games. Today’s update includes an hour and a half of music from the 2007 Nintendo DS classic, The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, with 80 total… Read More »The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass added to Nintendo Music Source

Bandai Namco Nintendo Switch eShop sale includes lowest prices ever for Tales of Xillia Remastered, more
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Bandai Namco Nintendo Switch eShop sale includes lowest prices ever for Tales of Xillia Remastered, more

There’s a pretty notable Bandai Namco sale happening on Nintendo Switch via the eShop, which features the lowest prices ever for Tales of Xillia Remastered and more. Around two dozen games have been discounted. The full lineup is as follows: Bandai Namco January 2026 Nintendo Switch eShop sale prices – .hack//G.U. Last Recode – $9.99 (was $49.99) – Ace Angler:... The post Bandai Namco Nintendo Switch eShop sale includes lowest prices ever for Tales of Xillia Remastered, m

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Pokemon Red and Green took a lot of “trial and error” to get right

Pokemon series boss Tsunekazu Ishihara has shared some insight into the development of the original Pokemon games Pokemon Red and Green at The New York Game Awards. He said that while the games seem straightforward today it took a lot of trial and error to get right and that the development team were hampered with… Read More »Pokemon Red and Green took a lot of “trial and error” to get right Source

Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights launch trailer
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Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights launch trailer

Idea Factory has released a launch trailer for Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights. Just recently, the otome visual novel shipped outside of Japan. Lots of details can be found in the following Nintendo eShop description: In this world, one’s status and occupation are determined by the month they were born. In the eastern kingdom of Temirana, the... The post Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights launch trailer appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Ball x Pit reveals “Regal” update
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Ball x Pit reveals “Regal” update

Devolver Digital and Kenny Sun today pulled back the curtain on the first update for Ball x Pit, titled “Regal”. It will be free to all players starting on January 26, 2026. The update is bringing along new characters, balls, passives, and features. Here’s some additional information: This free update adds a wealth of new content to the game, including... The post Ball x Pit reveals “Regal” update appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Co-op horror game Kletka coming to Nintendo Switch
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Co-op horror game Kletka coming to Nintendo Switch

Kletka is set to appear on Nintendo Switch, publisher Sobaka Studio and developer Callback announced today. Fans can grab the game on February 19, 2026. Kletka is a co-op horror title. In the game involving an elevator that is trying to eat you, you’ll feed it, explore deadly floors, and descend deeper. For further details, read the following overview: The... The post Co-op horror game Kletka coming to Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.