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Nintendo issues June 2026 backwards compatibility fixes for Switch games on Switch 2, full list
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Nintendo issues June 2026 backwards compatibility fixes for Switch games on Switch 2, full list

Another set of backwards compatibility fixes for Nintendo Switch games on Switch 2 are now available.  There aren’t as many heavy hitters this time around, but it’s still a solid batch. Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the biggest name out of the bunch – previously, Nintendo said that players may encounter audio issues in some areas. The full list of... The post Nintendo issues June 2026 backwards compatibility fixes for Switch games on Switch 2, full list appeared first o

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US: Amazon best-seller list littered with Switch & Switch 2 games after Prime Day

Prime Day has been and gone and the aftermath has seen a lot of Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 titles enter the top ten best-selling video games list. The big game of the sale was Metroid Prime 4: Beyond for the Nintendo Switch 2. There were some solid bargains to be had during the… Read More »US: Amazon best-seller list littered with Switch & Switch 2 games after Prime Day Source

Nintendo added over 300 permanent jobs in Fiscal Year 2026, plus other data
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Nintendo added over 300 permanent jobs in Fiscal Year 2026, plus other data

Nintendo updated its employee data this week, which reveals that it added over 300 permanent staff during Fiscal Year 2026. Information was recorded between April 2025 and March 2026. Last year, Nintendo’s headcount was at 5,630. This time around, the total increased to 5,938. We’re also seeing that the average tenure for a Nintendo employee is up to 14.6 years.... The post Nintendo added over 300 permanent jobs in Fiscal Year 2026, plus other data appeared first on Nintendo Everythi

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Nintendo apparently in talks with Universal to bring Star Fox ride to theme parks

Nintendo has been branching out to other media besides games and it looks as though the results have been paying off. One avenue Nintendo has been involved in is its Super Nintendo World attraction and apparently it’s looking to expand that with a Star Fox attraction. Nintendo is apparently in talks with Universal to bring… Read More »Nintendo apparently in talks with Universal to bring Star Fox ride to theme parks Source

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Nintendo’s permanent employee headcount is up by 300 employees in FY26

Nintendo has always appreciated its staff and the retention rate of employees at the company is proof of this. New data has revealed that Nintendo’s permanent employee headcount increased by over 300 employees in FY26 compared with FY25. Nintendo is the most popular gaming company to work for with younger generations in Japan and that… Read More »Nintendo’s permanent employee headcount is up by 300 employees in FY26 Source

Deltarune 0.0.0242 update announced, patch notes
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Deltarune 0.0.0242 update announced, patch notes

The second Deltarune update of the week has been announced with version 0.0.0242. Just like the previous one, it’s not out on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch yet, but that’ll change in the near future. The update comes hot on the heels of the release of Chapter 5. A number of critical fixes have been implemented, including ones that address... The post Deltarune 0.0.0242 update announced, patch notes appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 27, 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Fever coming for Tomodachi Life
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Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 27, 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Fever coming for Tomodachi Life

The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of June 27, 2026 are now available. For the most part, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has had a stranglehold on the top spot since launch. However, there’s now a chance that it’ll be dethroned. Rhythm Heaven Fever comes out next week, and with pre-loads alone, it’s already at #1. It’ll... The post Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 27, 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Fever coming for Tomodachi Life appeared first on

The Drifter launch trailer – pulp adventure thriller for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
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The Drifter launch trailer – pulp adventure thriller for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch

Powerhoof has a new launch trailer in for Powerhoof, which celebrates the new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch versions. We just saw the pulp adventure thriller on both consoles. You can find more information about this one with the following details: The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of The Drifter supports up to 4K and 120fps, delivering extra crisp pixel art... The post The Drifter launch trailer – pulp adventure thriller for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Pikmin 4 sound design lead talks about working on the game’s sound effects
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Pikmin 4 sound design lead talks about working on the game’s sound effects

In a post on Nintendo’s recruitment site, Pikmin 4 sound design lead Taiyo Furukawa reflected on his work for the game’s sound effects. This entry in the series shifts the camera to put players closer to the action, and that required a new type of approach. For example, we previously heard from Nintendo about how players can clearly hear Pikmin’s... The post Pikmin 4 sound design lead talks about working on the game’s sound effects appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Nintendo’s newer games from Good-Feel are missing this important thing
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Nintendo’s newer games from Good-Feel are missing this important thing

Good-Feel is one of Nintendo’s most trusted development partners. In 2008, the studio was tasked with creating Wario Land: Shake It as the very first game it made specifically for the Big N. It received good reviews, and Good-Feel then followed up with Kirby’s Epic Yarn in 2010 and Yoshi’s Woolly World in 2015. Since then, however, its track record... The post Nintendo’s newer games from Good-Feel are missing this important thing appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Year 1 DLC lineup revealed, new trailer
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Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Year 1 DLC lineup revealed, new trailer

At EVO 2026 today, the Year 1 DLC characters for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game were revealed. Iroh will kick off the game’s Year 1 Pass. Following that, we’ll see Ty Lee, Lin Beifong, and Bolin. The first two are from Avatar: The Last Airbender with the other two coming from The Legend of Korra. The final character was not... The post Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Year 1 DLC lineup revealed, new trailer appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Terminator 2D: No Fate update out now, patch notes – new features, improvements, more
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Terminator 2D: No Fate update out now, patch notes – new features, improvements, more

Terminator 2D: No Fate was given a new update on Nintendo Switch this week, and it’s a big one. The team added in new features, touched up different parts of the game, and more. Some of the highlights include a completion percentage, a streamer music mode, improvements to art, levels, and music/sound, plus more. The full overview is as follows:... The post Terminator 2D: No Fate update out now, patch notes – new features, improvements, more appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Easy Delivery Co. getting “EasyCo EasyRally” update
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Easy Delivery Co. getting “EasyCo EasyRally” update

Easy Delivery Co. is confirmed to be receiving an update shortly, which is known as “Easy Delivery Co.”. It should be available for Nintendo Switch on July 6, 2026. The highlight here is the “EasyCo EasyRally” mode. It comes with new rally style driving physics, new music, “approximately 1.5 new maps”, and more. Here’s the full rundown: This game mode... The post Easy Delivery Co. getting “EasyCo EasyRally” update appeared first on Nintendo E

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Nintendo president comments on Gen AI

Nintendo recently held its shareholders question and answer sessions and there were plenty of questions from eager shareholders. One of those addressed to Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa were his thoughts on Gen AI. Mr. Furukawa said that there are various issues with gen AI including environmental issues and copyright issues. From what he said it… Read More »Nintendo president comments on Gen AI Source

SEGA / Atlus hosting new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with Sonic Origins Plus, Unicorn Overlord, and more at new low prices
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SEGA / Atlus hosting new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with Sonic Origins Plus, Unicorn Overlord, and more at new low prices

Fans of SEGA and Atlus can save big on Switch 2 and Switch games as part of new sale on the Nintendo eShop. Over thirty titles are included here with some familiar names in the lineup. We’ll mention that a number of games are at new low prices here such as the individual Etrian Odyssey games, Sonic Origins Plus, Unicorn... The post SEGA / Atlus hosting new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with Sonic Origins Plus, Unicorn Overlord, and more at new low prices appeared first on Nintendo Ever

Banchou Tactics: Lion Heart announced for Nintendo Switch 2
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Banchou Tactics: Lion Heart announced for Nintendo Switch 2

Itsara Amata and Corecell today unveiled Banchou Tactics: Lion Heart, which we’ll be seeing on Nintendo Switch 2. The game is planned for a 2026 launch. Banchou Tactics: Lion Heart is an action tactical RPG. It’s set in a Japanese high school and you’ll be taking on rival schools throughout the game. Here’s what’s been shared so far: Itsara Amata... The post Banchou Tactics: Lion Heart announced for Nintendo Switch 2 appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road reveals free Contenders for Glory DLC
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Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road reveals free Contenders for Glory DLC

Today, Level-5 revealed the next piece of DLC for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, which is Contenders for Glory. It’s due out on July 3, 2026. Contenders for Glory will be a free update. It will bring about the Victory Road tournament, which is happening between July 3 and July 23. Other additions such as a new difficulty level in Chronicle... The post Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road reveals free Contenders for Glory DLC appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Nintendo increasing salaries by 10% in Japan, says it’s “important for our long-term growth to secure our workforce”
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Nintendo increasing salaries by 10% in Japan, says it’s “important for our long-term growth to secure our workforce”

There’s a lot of doom and gloom in the gaming industry right now, but if there’s one positive, it’s that Nintendo intends to raise the salaries of its employees by 10 percent in Japan. That news was shared by president Shuntaru Furukawa during a shareholders meeting today. This came in response to an investor bringing up how Nintendo doesn’t have... The post Nintendo increasing salaries by 10% in Japan, says it’s “important for our long-term growth to secure o

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The Star Fox plushies are coming to North America

Nintendo of America has announced that the Star Fox plushies which were first announced for Japan and Europe will be making their way to North America. You won’t be able to get hold of them just yet as they aren’t scheduled to arrive until 30th October. You can now pre-purchase Fox, Slippy, Peppy and Falco… Read More »The Star Fox plushies are coming to North America Source

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Nintendo has raised its employees base salary by 10%

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has stated to shareholders that the Kyoto-based company has now raised its base salary for employees by 10% in a move to retain talent. Here’s what Mr. Furukawa told investors today via machine translation. We maintain salaries at an appropriate level. We believe it is important to ensure that compensation remains… Read More »Nintendo has raised its employees base salary by 10% Source

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US: Nintendo Switch 2 sold nearly 6 million units first year and is second fastest-selling video game system

Circana, which tracks video game software and hardware across the United States, has said that the Nintendo Switch 2 ends its first year at nearly 6 million units sold. Nintendo’s latest system has sold over 5.9 million units in the United States alone and is now the second fastest-selling video game system. Circana also reports… Read More »US: Nintendo Switch 2 sold nearly 6 million units first year and is second fastest-selling video game system Source

Nintendo Switch 2 ends first full year in the U.S. at nearly 6 million units sold, second fastest-selling video game system
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Nintendo Switch 2 ends first full year in the U.S. at nearly 6 million units sold, second fastest-selling video game system

Following the latest U.S. sales report from Circana, we have information about the first full-year sales of Nintendo Switch 2. The console ended its first twelve months at 5.9 million units sold. According to Circana, it’s the second fastest-selling video game system in the U.S. with tracked history dating back to 1995. The only other platform to outdo it was... The post Nintendo Switch 2 ends first full year in the U.S. at nearly 6 million units sold, second fastest-selling video game sys

Best-selling games in the U.S. for May 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book cracks the top 10
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Best-selling games in the U.S. for May 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book cracks the top 10

Circana has released a listing of the top ten best-selling games in the U.S. for the month of May 2026. In its first month, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book comes in at #8. It’s actually not the top Nintendo game though. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream holds staying, landing at #5 (it was #1 the previous month). Here’s a look... The post Best-selling games in the U.S. for May 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book cracks the top 10 appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

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Shareholder asks Nintendo president about Splatoon 3 communication errors

Splatoon 3 is a fantastic game with a solid single player mode and a fantastic multiplayer mode but the game hasn’t been without problems thanks to the pesky online communication errors which plagued the game at launch. Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa was asked about the state of the game and was told that the company… Read More »Shareholder asks Nintendo president about Splatoon 3 communication errors Source