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Zelda Games Get a Power-Up as Monolith Soft Expands Their Role
Nintendo studio Monolith Soft will expand its role in the development of future The Legend of Zelda titles. Known for creating expansive worlds in the Xenoblade Chronicles series, Monolith Soft's involvement is expected to bring even larger and more detailed environments to the beloved franchise. This strategic move signals Nintendo's commitment to innovation within the Zelda series, with changes anticipated in upcoming, yet-to-be-announced games.
Namco × Capcom Opening and Ending Songs Now Available on Streaming Services
The opening and ending songs from the PlayStation 2 tactical RPG Namco × Capcom are now available on streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. Composer Yuzu Koshiro announced the release of the tracks, "Subarashiki Shinsekai" and "Itsuka Kitto, Tsuki no Shita de." The 2005 game featured characters from Namco and Capcom and celebrated Namco's 50th anniversary.
This Week in Switch 2 - The Super Mario Galaxy Movie box office numbers, Monolith talks Zelda & more
This episode covers the latest Nintendo news, including box office numbers for the Super Mario Galaxy movie and discussions from Monolith Soft regarding The Legend of Zelda. The Nintendo Switch platform is also a topic of discussion.
As Ocarina of Time Remake Rumors Swirl, Co-Developer Discusses The Legend of Zelda Series Future
Monolith Soft, a Nintendo studio, has confirmed its intention to contribute to the future development of The Legend of Zelda series. This comes amidst ongoing rumors about a potential remake of Ocarina of Time.
Monolith Soft Shares Behind-the-Scenes Insights on Tears of the Kingdom Development Character Art and Modeling
Monolith Soft has shared behind-the-scenes details from the development of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, focusing on the character art and modeling team's collaboration with Nintendo. The team discussed technical challenges, particularly with the building and fusion systems, and their efforts to ensure visual consistency and player feedback through enemy design.
Monolith Soft Talks Up Ganondorf's "Alluring Charm" In New Interview
Monolith Soft discussed their extensive work on character and item modeling for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom in a recent interview. The developers focused on giving the antagonist Ganondorf a "mysterious and alluring charm" through meticulous muscle definition and facial shading. The interview also touched upon the design of enemies like Horriblins and the Solider Construct, as well as the 'Fuse' weapon system.
Monolith Soft launches website celebrating their work on Zelda series
Monolith Soft has launched a new website to celebrate their contributions to the The Legend of Zelda series, including work on Skyward Sword, A Link Between Worlds, Breath of the Wild, and Tears of the Kingdom. The company is also actively hiring for future Zelda titles, likely for the Nintendo Switch platform.
Xenosaga I and II DS English Patch Announced by Fans; Beta Patch Releasing Soon
Fan group Vector Translations has announced a full English patch for the Nintendo DS game Xenosaga I & II, with a beta version set to release on March 30, 2026, to coincide with the game's 20th anniversary. The patch is being created without AI and will cover the initial chapters of the game. Xenosaga I & II, originally released in 2006, retells and expands upon the events of the first two Xenosaga episodes.
Best Fantasy Games To Escape The World In 2026
This guide highlights 15 of the best fantasy games available on modern platforms, focusing on titles that offer immersive worlds and engaging gameplay. The list includes a variety of RPG subgenres, from first-person and CRPG to action and turn-based, featuring games like Avowed, Baldur's Gate 3, Elden Ring, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Xenoblade Series Composer Has Finished Orchestra Recording For Next Monolith Soft Title
Manami Kiyota, the composer for the Xenoblade Chronicles series, has reportedly finished the final orchestra recording for Monolith Soft's upcoming title. This suggests significant progress in the development of the new game, particularly in its musical score.
Xenoblade Series Composer Has Finished Orchestra Recording For Next Monolith Soft Title
Orchestra recordings for Monolith Soft's next title have been completed by the Xenoblade series composer. The article speculates that Sony may have pressured the cancellation of the game "GOD" due to its potentially sensitive portrayal of organized crime, drawing parallels to "Like a Dragon" and past controversies involving "The Interview."
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Switch 2 Upgrade Is Good But Needs Work | Console Creatures
This analysis examines the paid upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2, comparing its resolution and frame rate improvements to free updates for other Nintendo titles. While the upgrade offers a bump to 4K resolution and 60fps, issues like environmental pop-in and minor load time improvements persist, leading to confusion about the paid model.
The Best Nintendo Switch Games In 2026
This guide highlights the best games available on the Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Switch 2, covering a variety of genres and including both first-party and third-party titles. The list aims to showcase the diverse and high-quality catalog of games on Nintendo's hybrid systems, with a focus on titles that offer unique experiences or represent the pinnacle of their respective genres.
Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games - Every First-Party Title To Pass One Million Sales
This article details the best-selling first-party games on the Nintendo Switch, listing 87 titles that have surpassed one million units sold as of March 2026. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe leads the pack with over 71 million sales, followed by Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The list includes sales figures and brief descriptions for each game, also noting some early Switch 2 titles that have reached the milestone.