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You can unlock Platinum Points for starting GameChat

Nintendo has devised a new initiative for using the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive feature GameChat. You can now earn 100 My Nintendo Platinum Points by hopping into GameChat to spend on a variety of user icons. This promotion is available until 22nd April and it should be noted that you need a Nintendo Switch Online membership… Read More »You can unlock Platinum Points for starting GameChat Source

Bases Loaded 2: Second Season and Goal Two released for Nintendo Switch
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Bases Loaded 2: Second Season and Goal Two released for Nintendo Switch

Rock It Games has announced the release of Bases Loaded 2: Second Season and Goal Two on Nintendo Switch.  NES / Famicom and SNES / Super Famicom titles are featured here. There’s support for a VHS ‘rewind’ feature that lets you replay great moments during games, a retro TV CRT filter display option, and monthly leaderboards to let you compete... The post Bases Loaded 2: Second Season and Goal Two released for Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Nintendo Download – April 2, 2026 (Europe)
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Nintendo Download – April 2, 2026 (Europe)

The latest European Nintendo Downloads for the week of April 2, 2026 are as follows: Switch 2 Download AFL 26 Content Warning Darwin’s Paradox Goat Simulator 2 Haste South of Midnight Super Meat Boy 3D Switch Retail Homura: The Crimson Warriors Switch Download Billy Boots’ Treasure Build A Bank Tycoon Bun Buns Button Prison Casual Sport Series: Boxing Content Warning... The post Nintendo Download – April 2, 2026 (Europe) appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Metroidvania Skautfold: Moonless Knight comes to Nintendo Switch next week
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Metroidvania Skautfold: Moonless Knight comes to Nintendo Switch next week

Skautfold: Moonless Knight has just been announced to be coming to Nintendo Switch. The title will be launching on April 9, 2026, and retail for $14.99 on the eShop. Here’s a full overview of the game: Exploration: Forge your own path in a single, deeply interconnected Metroidvania world. Shortcuts, loops, and a tightly-woven world await as you explore the Imperial... The post Metroidvania Skautfold: Moonless Knight comes to Nintendo Switch next week appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Pokemon Home 4.0.0 update released, support for Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Pokemon Champions added – patch notes
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Pokemon Home 4.0.0 update released, support for Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Pokemon Champions added – patch notes

As previously announced, Pokemon Home has received a version 4.0.0 update. Users should be seeing the update roll out now on mobile and Nintendo Switch devices. Keep in mind that the app’s servers are currently undergoing maintenance, making the software unusable until 5 AM PT / 8 AM ET / 1 PM in the UK / 2 PM in Europe.... The post Pokemon Home 4.0.0 update released, support for Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Pokemon Champions added – patch notes appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Fruit Mountain Party gets release date, will be on Nintendo Switch 2, new trailer
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Fruit Mountain Party gets release date, will be on Nintendo Switch 2, new trailer

Today, BeXide revealed the release date for Fruit Mountain Party. It will be available for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch on April 23, 2026. We previously heard about Fruit Mountain Party in 2024. Only Nintendo Switch was included in that initial announcement. On Nintendo Switch 2, the game features an improved frame rate and GameShare support. For those that... The post Fruit Mountain Party gets release date, will be on Nintendo Switch 2, new trailer appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Nintendo Switch Online now has icons for using GameChat
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Nintendo Switch Online now has icons for using GameChat

In an interesting move, Nintendo Switch Online has added in new icons for those that give GameChat a shot. This is a limited time event. To get involved, select the proper icon on the home menu or press the C button on the Joy-Con 2 controller. If you completed the initial GameChat setup, you’ll be given My Nintendo Platinum Points... The post Nintendo Switch Online now has icons for using GameChat appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has best opening day of the year at the box office, best opening Wednesday in April ever
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has best opening day of the year at the box office, best opening Wednesday in April ever

We have initial results for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie at the office, and the film is already breaking records. First, it’s been revealed that the movie earned $34 million for its debut, which is the best opening day so far this year. It beat out Project Hail Mary, which brought in $33.1 million for its Friday release/previews. Additionally, The... The post The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has best opening day of the year at the box office, best opening Wednesday in April ever appeared first

An Alt Girl For Skoof getting a Nintendo Switch version
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An Alt Girl For Skoof getting a Nintendo Switch version

Samustai has announced that it’s working on console ports of An Alt Girl For Skoof, with a Nintendo Switch version included. Release timing will be provided later. An Alt Girl For Skoof is a first-person visual novel with multiple endings. Terletski Games originally developed the project. Additional information can be found in the following overview: You don’t have a wife,... The post An Alt Girl For Skoof getting a Nintendo Switch version appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

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Analytics firm says Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 third-party ecosystem sales up 76% in 2025

Video game analytic firm Ampere is reporting that combined third party software sales on the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 have helped boost third party video game sales in the Switch ecosystem to $2.3billion in Q2 2025 to Q4 2025. The firm also reveals that third party sales are up 76% year-on-year as they… Read More »Analytics firm says Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 third-party ecosystem sales up 76% in 2025 Source

The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy 1.2.0 update announced, patch notes – start from Hundred Line 2, colorblind support, more
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The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy 1.2.0 update announced, patch notes – start from Hundred Line 2, colorblind support, more

A new version 1.2.0 update has been announced for The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy. If you own the Nintendo Switch edition, it should be available soon. One of the new things here is the ability to start from Hundred Line 2. Other additions include support for colorblind and Korean language.  The full rundown is as follows: The Hundred Line:... The post The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy 1.2.0 update announced, patch notes – start from Hundred Line 2, colorblind support, mor

Fate: Reawakened announces new “Prometheus” DLC
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Fate: Reawakened announces new “Prometheus” DLC

Publisher gamigo, in partnership with developer Tableflip, has just announced a new DLC for Fate: Reawakened. Inspired by Greek mythology and titled Prometheus, the new additional content will include pet eggs, two new dungeons, new monsters, and a completely new city to explore. The company confirmed that the DLC will arrive on Nintendo Switch, but no release date has been... The post Fate: Reawakened announces new “Prometheus” DLC appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

The Confinement announced for Nintendo Switch
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The Confinement announced for Nintendo Switch

QUByte Interactive has just announced a new game for the Nintendo Switch, in partnership with developer Mr. Dev Studio. The Confinement, a fast-paced first-person platformer that demands precision and will push your skills to the limit, arrives on the console on April 9. It is described as a game that will put your abilities to the test, requiring you to... The post The Confinement announced for Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

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Pokemon Home will have Pokemon Legends Z-A support tomorrow

Pokemon fans should be satisfied today as it has emerged that Pokemon Home will be undergoing maintenance tomorrow to support Pokemon Legends Z-A. The move has been promised by The Pokemon Company for some time, but it has only now been announced that this will happen tomorrow. The move means that you can now store… Read More »Pokemon Home will have Pokemon Legends Z-A support tomorrow Source

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USPTO has rejected Nintendo’s summon character and let it fight Pokemon patent 

The extremely controversial patent that Nintendo successfully patented for the Pokemon franchise then was reexamined after discourse online has now been rejected by the USPTO. The patent was for summoning a character and letting it fight for you, a formula that’s been used in video games for years. It should be stated that IGN says… Read More »USPTO has rejected Nintendo’s summon character and let it fight Pokemon patent  Source

Table Flip Simulator coming to Nintendo Switch
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Table Flip Simulator coming to Nintendo Switch

Table Flip Simulator is seeing release on Nintendo Switch, PM Studios and YummyYummyTummy announced today. The game is due out on May 21, 2026. Table Flip Simulator is a chaotic physics-based puzzler. In it, players can unwind by throwing or smashing items with hilarious effects. More information can be found in the following overview: Ready to blow off some steam?... The post Table Flip Simulator coming to Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

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Miyamoto reveals how Fox McCloud came to be in Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The legendary Shigeru Miyamoto has been participating in interviews all about The Super Mario Galaxy Movie which launched in cinemas worldwide today. One of the big questions posed to Mr. Miyamoto is how the iconic Fox McCloud from the much-loved Star Fox franchise came to be in the film. Miymaoto says he got a proposal… Read More »Miyamoto reveals how Fox McCloud came to be in Super Mario Galaxy Movie Source

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie DVD and Blu-ray releases revealed, pre-orders live
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie DVD and Blu-ray releases revealed, pre-orders live

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has just released in theaters, and we’re already seeing retailers putting up home releases of the movie up for pre-order. We have our standard DVD release, as well as a Blu-ray release including a digital copy of the movie, and then a 4K Ultra HD release that also includes a Blu-ray Disc and the digital... The post The Super Mario Galaxy Movie DVD and Blu-ray releases revealed, pre-orders live appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Haste gets surprise Nintendo Switch 2 release
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Haste gets surprise Nintendo Switch 2 release

Another game from Landfall has just dropped on Nintendo Switch 2 as Haste is now available. Most regions should have access to the game today. Haste, a high-speed third-person running game, has players going through procedural worlds to outrun the end of the universe. Online co-op is supported. Learn more about what to expect with the following details: Haste is... The post Haste gets surprise Nintendo Switch 2 release appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Content Warning has just released on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
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Content Warning has just released on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch

Content Warning has officially found its way to Nintendo platforms with a release on Switch 2 and Switch. The title is starting to roll out in different regions and should be out in most territories by the end of the day. Landfall announced that it was bringing Content Warning to Nintendo systems last August during an Indie World Showcase. Last... The post Content Warning has just released on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Co-op climbing game Stuck Together heading to Nintendo Switch
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Co-op climbing game Stuck Together heading to Nintendo Switch

Perp Games and Hugecalf Studios are putting Stuck Together on Nintendo Switch, the companies confirmed today. This one is planned for April 30, 2026. Stuck Together is said to be a “co-op, rage quit-inducing climber”. Two toys are fused together and you’ll need to escape an unhinged teenager by grabbing, swinging, and flinging your way to safety. Here’s some additional... The post Co-op climbing game Stuck Together heading to Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Eve

Glen Powell is a huge Fox McCloud fan, wants a Star Fox movie
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Glen Powell is a huge Fox McCloud fan, wants a Star Fox movie

Glen Powell landing the role of Fox McCloud in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was no happy accident. Believe it or not, Powell is a massive Star Fox fan. Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri recently revealed to Forbes that the actor reached out after The Super Mario Bros. Movie and spoke about his passion for the character. Powell actually wants to... The post Glen Powell is a huge Fox McCloud fan, wants a Star Fox movie appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Miyamoto explains how Fox McCloud ended up in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
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Miyamoto explains how Fox McCloud ended up in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto has explained how Fox McCloud made it into The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Up until a few days ago, no one could have expected that the character would be appearing. Despite the confirmation of other Nintendo cameos, adding Fox in took many by surprise. According to Miyamoto, as shared by Forbes, Illumination came up with the idea.... The post Miyamoto explains how Fox McCloud ended up in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Nintendo’s summoning characters to make them battle patent has been rejected, but not a final ruling
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Nintendo’s summoning characters to make them battle patent has been rejected, but not a final ruling

Last year, Nintendo (and The Pokemon Company) obtained a patent in the United States which involved summoning a character and letting it fight another. Reaction to the news was negative and many wondered what the impact could be for future games. A couple of months later, we heard that USPTO Director John A. Squires had ordered a reexamination. We now... The post Nintendo’s summoning characters to make them battle patent has been rejected, but not a final ruling appeared first on Nintendo