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Minecraft for Switch 2 has a closed beta available to selected players

A Nintendo Switch 2 version of Minecraft is finally arriving this October and players have been waiting a long time to try out the enhanced version available on other platforms. Mojang and Microsoft are currently running a closed beta test for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Minecraft to eliminate any peaky bugs and other… Read More »Minecraft for Switch 2 has a closed beta available to selected players Source

Famitsu review scores – August 9, 2026 – The Mermaid Mask and more
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Famitsu review scores – August 9, 2026 – The Mermaid Mask and more

The latest Famitsu review scores for the week of August 9, 2026 are as follows: Pro Yakyuu Spirits 2026 – 8/8/8/9 Heave Ho 2 – 8/8/8/8 Tatsujin Extreme – 8/7/8/8 The Mermaid Mask – 8/8/7/7 Bubble Bobble Sugar Dungeons Boost – 8/7/7/6 For previous Famitsu scores, check out our archives here. The post Famitsu review scores – August 9, 2026 – The Mermaid Mask and more appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Madden NFL 27, Duskfade, more
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Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Madden NFL 27, Duskfade, more

Listings on the eShops provide file sizes for a bunch of Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch games. These include The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Madden NFL 27, Duskfade, and more. Here’s the full roundup: Switch 2 The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered – 61.5GB Madden NFL 27 – 49.9GB Blazblue Entropy Effect X – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition –... The post Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Madden NFL 27, Duskfa

Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 9, 2026 – Lies of P, Final Fantasy 14, and Big Walk all debut
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Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 9, 2026 – Lies of P, Final Fantasy 14, and Big Walk all debut

The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 9, 2026 are now available. Three new games launched this week – specifically Lies of P, Final Fantasy 14, and Big Walk. All three have different entries towards the top of the list. Other new titles are also on the horizon. With pre-loads, Madden NFL 27 hits #7,... The post Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 9, 2026 – Lies of P, Final Fantasy 14, and Big Walk all debut appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Pokemon Pokopia’s Expansion Pass is off to a great start with Bubbly Basin – here’s why
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Pokemon Pokopia’s Expansion Pass is off to a great start with Bubbly Basin – here’s why

Pokemon Pokopia recently received its first-ever DLC in the form of Bubbly Basin, a brand-new area you can explore and decorate in addition to the five already present in the base game. This is the first of the Expansion Pass’s three confirmed waves, and the whole pass is priced at $34.99. And for being the first of three waves, Bubbly... The post Pokemon Pokopia’s Expansion Pass is off to a great start with Bubbly Basin – here’s why appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Why everyone thinks Nintendo has forgotten about Toadsworth
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Why everyone thinks Nintendo has forgotten about Toadsworth

Nintendo fans have noticed the complete absence of a particular character in recent Mario games, and by “recent”, we mean “every single all-new game since 2013”. Indeed, for whatever reason, Nintendo gave Toadsworth the boot over ten years ago, and he hasn’t been seen in a brand-new Mario title or spin-off ever since. He does at least appear in the... The post Why everyone thinks Nintendo has forgotten about Toadsworth appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

First Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay revealed for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered
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First Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay revealed for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered

If you’re wondering how The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion turned out on Nintendo Switch 2, you may want to check out some of the first gameplay that has just emerged. We’re still technically a few days out before the RPG hits Nintendo’s console. That said, it looks like physical copies are already appearing in the wild. About ten minutes of... The post First Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay revealed for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Pokemon Pokopia director explains why Ditto was chosen as the game’s protagonist
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Pokemon Pokopia director explains why Ditto was chosen as the game’s protagonist

Thanks to the director of Pokemon Pokopia, we now have some insight into why Ditto was chosen to star in the game. Ditto is popular in some ways, but it’s not on the same level of some other Pokemon. When some think of the franchise, they’d probably bring up the likes of Pikachu, Eevee, Charizard, and Mewtwo. We previously shared... The post Pokemon Pokopia director explains why Ditto was chosen as the game’s protagonist appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book devs comment on the game’s difficulty
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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book devs comment on the game’s difficulty

The team behind Yoshi and the Mysterious Book has discussed the game’s difficulty and revealed that during development, Yoshi was originally able to take damage.  The news comes from the latest issue of Nintendo Dream as part of an interview with senior producer Etsunobu Ebisu, director Masahiro Yamamoto, and producer Hisashi Nogami. According to Yamamoto, rather than focusing on difficulty,... The post Yoshi and the Mysterious Book devs comment on the game’s difficulty appeared

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Japan asks US to stop using Mario, Pokemon and others in social media posts

IGN is reporting that the Japanese Ministry has been calling on the Trump administration to stop using IPs like Naruto, Pokemon and Mario in its meme themed social media posts. The Japanese Ministry is not happy with the IPs being used and say that their usage could ultimately damage the popular brands. Simply put they… Read More »Japan asks US to stop using Mario, Pokemon and others in social media posts Source

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Next Sonic game to further evolve Sonic Frontiers open-zone formula

It’s hard to believe that Sonic Frontiers was released in 2022 and all eyes are anticipating the next game in the series. Sonic Frontiers director Morio Kishimoto has spoken a little more about what’s next for Sonic in a new column during which he answered fan questions. It sounds like the Sonic Team wants to build… Read More »Next Sonic game to further evolve Sonic Frontiers open-zone formula Source

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Game Freak showcases prototype video for Pokemon Pokopia

Pokemon Pokopia on the Nintendo Switch 2 has been a massive success shifting plenty of units and contributing to a boost in hardware sales figures. Today, Game Freak‘s Shigeru Ohmori has given fans a look at at an early prototype of Pokemon Pokopia. Ohmori revealed that development on the game started soon after Pokemon Scarlet and… Read More »Game Freak showcases prototype video for Pokemon Pokopia Source

Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 8, 2026 – Tomodachi Life on top, Kynseed debuts
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Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 8, 2026 – Tomodachi Life on top, Kynseed debuts

The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 8, 2026 are now available. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has been on a huge hot streak, and that continues once again. Nothing manages to come close to this one. That said, there is a notable new release. Kynseed initially appears at #11, and on the download-only list, it’s... The post Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 8, 2026 – Tomodachi Life on top, Kynseed debuts appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Parkasaurus: Dinoluxe Edition launch trailer – dinosaur management sim arrives on Nintendo Switch 2
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Parkasaurus: Dinoluxe Edition launch trailer – dinosaur management sim arrives on Nintendo Switch 2

Atari and Washbear Studio shared a launch trailer for Parkasaurus: Dinoluxe Edition, which is on Nintendo Switch 2. The dinosaur management sim comes to the console with the base game plus the “Sea Monsters” and “Prehistoric Wonders” DLC. All you need to know can be found in the following overview: Experience the prehistoric hijinks of building your very own dinosaur... The post Parkasaurus: Dinoluxe Edition launch trailer – dinosaur management sim arrives on Ninten

THQ Nordic Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Darksiders games, SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, and more more at new low prices
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THQ Nordic Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Darksiders games, SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, and more more at new low prices

THQ Nordic put up a new publisher sale this week on the Nintendo eShop, which features some new low prices for Switch 2 and Switch. SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide leads things on Nintendo Switch 2. This actually the only discount for the platform. For Nintendo Switch games, there are a bunch of titles on sale, including various Darksiders... The post THQ Nordic Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Darksiders games, SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, and more more at new

Pokemon Winds and Waves leaks roundup
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Pokemon Winds and Waves leaks roundup

Pokemon Winds and Waves are presumably far off – they’re confirmed for 2027, but at the time of writing, we don’t know exactly when. That means the Pokemon series is in a sort of main series drought, which is actually a good thing – the longer Winds and Waves take to develop, the better they’ll hopefully turn out. All that... The post Pokemon Winds and Waves leaks roundup appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword gets first Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword gets first Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay

First gameplay has emerged for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, which is launching very soon. Footage is available for both docked play and handheld mode. You can even get a quick look at the optional mouse controls Capcom is including. Onimusha: Way of the Sword will look to hit 30 frames per second on... The post Onimusha: Way of the Sword gets first Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Let’s Sing 2027 announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, Let’s Sing Abba for Switch 2
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Let’s Sing 2027 announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, Let’s Sing Abba for Switch 2

Today, THQ Nordic and Voxler announced Let’s Sing 2027 for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. The title launches on November 3, 2026. Let’s Sing 2027 marks the latest entry in the karaoke franchise and the first one on Nintendo Switch 2. There’ll be a Vocal Preference Mode, Save Soundtown party mode, and more. Here’s some additional information: Let’s Sing... The post Let’s Sing 2027 announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, Let’s Sing Abba for Switch

Reanimal reveals “The Prisoner” DLC, out now on Nintendo Switch 2
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Reanimal reveals “The Prisoner” DLC, out now on Nintendo Switch 2

THQ Nordic and Tarsier Studios just revealed new “The Prisoner” for Reanimal. Believe it or not, it’s actually out right now on Nintendo Switch 2. The DLC features The Soldier and the Prisoner as new characters. Together, they’ll need to survive “the war-ravaged streets of a once-familiar place, stumbling blindly down a rabbit hole that will change their lives forever.”... The post Reanimal reveals “The Prisoner” DLC, out now on Nintendo Switch 2 a

Montabi review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
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Montabi review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch

System: Switch 2 / Switch (reviewed) Release date: August 6, 2026 Developer: Mankibo Publisher: Akupara Games Game development is rarely a straightforward path. Ideas evolve, mechanics change, and sometimes a project simply doesn’t become what its creators envisioned. For most studios – especially independent ones – the thought of scrapping years of work and starting over is almost unthinkable. It costs time, money, and momentum.... The post Montabi review f

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Octopath Traveler team aware of sky-high expectations for Octopath Traveler 3

Octopath Traveler 2 was a well-received sequel to the original Octopath Traveler game and released on a variety of different formats. In a new interview Team Asano says that the team is fully aware that expectations for Octopath Traveler III are incredibly high, but it sadly they don’t have anything to announce at present saying… Read More »Octopath Traveler team aware of sky-high expectations for Octopath Traveler 3 Source

Menherarium to appear on Nintendo Switch
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Menherarium to appear on Nintendo Switch

Menherarium is gearing up for release on Nintendo Switch, according to publisher Phoenixx and developer Tezcatlipoca. It will be out on August 13, 2026. Menherarium is a roguelite deckbuilder. Players will be tasked with surviving seven days against a clingy menhera girl. Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview: “Let’s play together… forever, okay?” Menherarium... The post Menherarium to appear on Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Heroes of Magic & Cards slated for Nintendo Switch
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Heroes of Magic & Cards slated for Nintendo Switch

Forever Entertainment is partnering with First Day Games to bring Heroes of Magic & Cards to Nintendo Switch, the publisher shared today. We’ll be getting launch timing a bit later. Heroes of Magic & Cards is deckbuilding poker roguelike. Players can choose a class, upgrade their deck, collect relics, and refine their tactics to take down powerful bosses and earn... The post Heroes of Magic & Cards slated for Nintendo Switch appeared first on Nintendo Everything.

Nintendo confirms mouse controls for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
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Nintendo confirms mouse controls for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave will come with support for motion controls when it lands on Switch 2, Nintendo has confirmed. This is something that we just heard about this week, but seemed to largely fly under the radar. This marks the first time in franchise history that the feature will be supported. Of course, they’re entirely optional – you can... The post Nintendo confirms mouse controls for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave appeared first on Nintendo Everything.